Location: San Salvador
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7 Multi-day Tours in San Salvador That You Shouldn't Miss
El Salvador's capital, San Salvador, is a modern city of wide boulevards and narrow streets, outdoor markets, government buildings, high-rises, monuments, an exuberant nightlife, museums and other cultural institutions. And all set against the backdrop of San Salvador volcano. The city is surrounded by shantytowns as well as affluent suburbs with restaurants and large shopping malls. Peaceful settings such as the botanic garden of Parque Cuscutlan provide a break from the city's hectic pace.
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1. 2-Day Tour: Following The Maya Path and Copán Ruins
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Visit the southernmost Mayan city : San Andres and the world heritage site of Copan Ruins in one single trip. San Andrés is a pre-Hispanic Mayan site of El Salvador, whose long occupation began around 900 BC. C. as an agricultural town in the Zapotitán valley of the department of La Libertad. This early settlement was vacated by the year 250 because of the huge eruption of the caldera of Lake Ilopango, and was again occupied in the fifth century, along with many other sites in the Zapotitán Valley. Between 600 and 900 d. C. San Andrés was the capital of a Mayan manor with supremacy over the other settlements of the Valley. Once in Copán your guide will highlight the most important moments of this city-state where its habitats develop a unique form of sculpture and carving.
Inclusions: National Park fees, Professional guide, Overnight accommodation
Exclusions: Meals, Please note that the route is through Guatemala. There will be a payment of $ 3 USD at the border which is not included. The border tax is required by the governing authority and is not within our control, Antigen test is requiered issue up to 72 before entering Honduras cost is $ 40 we make arrengements
Reviewed By 125nazu
We took a half day tour to El Zunzal and el Tunco from San Salvador. It was a hot day and our only day to visit the beautiful beaches. The walk on the rocky beach was tiring but thankfully inter tours had a really nice hotel with a pool and facilities that we could use, which will be exactly what you need given the beach conditions - rocky and no beds by the beach. The best part about our tour was definetly our guide, Francisco! Very genuine and professional. Would definetly reccommend, thank you Francisco and Dina ????????
2. Private transit tour in El Salvador from the airport
The best program for a short visit to El Salvador, either if you come by airplane or by bus. The only requirement is to come as early as possible and leave on the last plane or bus so you can enjoy the most of El Salvador during your short stay. Hotel accommodation is at 3-star hotel at Zona Rosa.
Inclusions: Overnight accommodation at hotel Citlally or similar 3**** with breakfast included, Breakfast, Transport by private vehicle, Professional guide, Airport or Bus station round trip transfers, 2 person booked ( 2 bed room )
Exclusions: Gratuities, PCR-RT test requiered to El Salvador, issue on the last 72 hrs or vaccine proof full dosis
Reviewed By 125nazu
We took a half day tour to El Zunzal and el Tunco from San Salvador. It was a hot day and our only day to visit the beautiful beaches. The walk on the rocky beach was tiring but thankfully inter tours had a really nice hotel with a pool and facilities that we could use, which will be exactly what you need given the beach conditions - rocky and no beds by the beach. The best part about our tour was definetly our guide, Francisco! Very genuine and professional. Would definetly reccommend, thank you Francisco and Dina ????????
3. The Maya Route: Copan Ruins & Macaw Mountain Bird Park, from San Salvador.
Certainly one of the loveliest of all Classic Maya Cities is Ruins Copan, situated above a tributary of the rio Motagua in a section of the western Honduras. 4 Hours driving from San Salvador city. The Copan Ruins is considered by many people one of the most spectacular cities of the ancient Maya civilization, is a ruins complex known for its beautiful stone temples , altars, hieroglyphs stairways, Ball Court and stelae. It was built between 400 and 800 A.D. until it suddenly was abandoned.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottle of Water, Parking Fees, Licensed Local Guide
Exclusions: Hotel, lunch, breakfast, Dinner
Reviewed By Ekneedle
Francis was early to pick me up at my hotel and very friendly and professional. Once we arrived at the waterfalls he actually hired a local guy who lived there to show us around and give us more details. Francis doesn't need this service but does it to help out his fellow El Salvadorians who would otherwise be out of work. The hot springs were the PERFECT temperature and just like being in a natural hot tub. The trash around the water is horrendous but they're working on finding a solution to this ever worsening problem. Pack it in, pack it out! Next we went for lunch at an amazing artistic cafe where I bought a piece of art because it was so unique and irresistible. Francis is a wonderful guide and now a friend who will do whatever he can to make sure you have a beautiful, comfortable, informative trip in his country. It's also nice to feel comfortable with a guide, when you're a solo female traveler.
4. 8-Day Trip in El Salvador: Essentials
OVERVIEW Join our 8-day "El Salvador: Essentials Tour" to explore la Ruta de las Flores prior to arrival to the surfing hub of El Tunco, spending the last days enjoying the waves or swinging in a hammock on the beach. Situated between Guatemala and Honduras, El Salvador is often bypassed by travelers focused on other more famous Central American attractions. Despite this fact, the country has plenty of offerings to a curious visitor. Our journey starts in a beautiful capital city of San Salvador and leads to the whitewashed village of Suchitoto and further to ancient Mesoamerican ruins carefully hidden in the lush nature reserve of Ahuachapan. HIGHLIGHTS Get to know San Salvador. Go kayaking on the lake, take a boat tour with local fishermen or visit impressive waterfalls and caves in Suchitoto. Visit captivating UNESCO-declared ruins of Joya de Ceren. Relax in one of Ahuachapan's popular hot springs. Learn/practice surfing in El Tunco.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transportation: private vehicle, Accommodation: 7x nights in conveniently located, locally-owned hotels/B&Bs/guesthouses, Service of a Tour Leader , Walking tours/orientation walks: San Salvador, Suchitoto, Ahuachapan, El Tunco, Activities/guided visits: Joya de Ceren & Tazumal; Suchitlan boat & Food Tour; Ahuachapan hot spring
Exclusions: Flights; airport pick-up & drop-off; travel insurance; personal expenses & tips
5. Best of El Salvador in One Week : Mayan sites, Volcanoes, Colonial Towns, Beach
Best of El Salvador in one week 7 - Days is a tour, that inlcudes the highlights of this country, In this adventure you can discover as Salvadorean live, what they eat, learning about local food and history. Also, you can have the opportunity to know nature, as volcanoes, mangroves and pacific ocean. Salvadorean culture is huge, we invite you to learn about this amazing country. We can show you the positive side of El Salvador.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner
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Reviewed By Ekneedle
Francis was early to pick me up at my hotel and very friendly and professional. Once we arrived at the waterfalls he actually hired a local guy who lived there to show us around and give us more details. Francis doesn't need this service but does it to help out his fellow El Salvadorians who would otherwise be out of work. The hot springs were the PERFECT temperature and just like being in a natural hot tub. The trash around the water is horrendous but they're working on finding a solution to this ever worsening problem. Pack it in, pack it out! Next we went for lunch at an amazing artistic cafe where I bought a piece of art because it was so unique and irresistible. Francis is a wonderful guide and now a friend who will do whatever he can to make sure you have a beautiful, comfortable, informative trip in his country. It's also nice to feel comfortable with a guide, when you're a solo female traveler.
6. Archeology Mundo Maya El Salvador
Two full days of Tours to know the Mayan World of El Salvador. Three nights accommodation at Hotel Barcelo San Salvador.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast
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7. El Salvador Complete
You can enjoy in a short period of time archaeological sites, hot springs, learn more about the coffee process, enjoy the view of Lake Coatepeque, know the city among others.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast
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Reviewed By 125nazu
We took a half day tour to El Zunzal and el Tunco from San Salvador. It was a hot day and our only day to visit the beautiful beaches. The walk on the rocky beach was tiring but thankfully inter tours had a really nice hotel with a pool and facilities that we could use, which will be exactly what you need given the beach conditions - rocky and no beds by the beach. The best part about our tour was definetly our guide, Francisco! Very genuine and professional. Would definetly reccommend, thank you Francisco and Dina ????????
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