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Antigua is Guatemala’s original capital city, abandoned for years before being rediscovered and named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the beautiful colonial architecture surrounded by volcanoes during this full-day tour to Antigua from San Salvador with hotel pickup. Explore more than 500 years of history within cobblestone streets, stopping in museums, visiting cafes, or dining on Mayan-Guatemalan cuisine as you desire.
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Day Tour : Antigua Guatemala UNESCO Site - From San Salvador City
12 to 15 hours
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Maximize your layover in San Salvador by enjoying an exhilarating half-day tour of the majestic volcano termed by locals as El Boquerón, or Big Mouth. Depart from Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport with a VIP fast-track customs clearance and head into the historical heart of San Salvador to see significant sights like Salvador del Mundo Square and the Metropolitan Cathedral. This tour can be done as a privately guided tour or unguided and includes the convenience of round-trip transportation from the airport.
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San Salvador Layover Tour | City Sightseeing & El Boqueron Park
5 hours
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Guarantee some of the best views in El Salvador by ascending to the summit of Santa Ana Volcano, the country's highest volcano. This shared excursion from El Tunco beach allows you to climb the peak at your own pace, rather than one set by the rest of your group. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off mean you don't have to find a meeting point.
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Santa Ana Volcano Early Morning Hike
7 to 9 hours
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Discover the vibrant heart of El Salvador on this private half-day tour of San Salvador’s historic center. Designed for travelers who want a meaningful, local experience in a short time, this tour offers a rich introduction to the country’s capital. With your local guide, explore iconic landmarks such as Gerardo Barrios Square, Metropolitan Cathedral, Iglesia El Rosario and the bustling Central Market. Walk through colorful streets, uncover local culture, learn more about the history of El Salvador and experience everyday life beyond the tourist path. This tour offers an authentic and insightful introduction to the capital, ideal for first-time visitors, photographers, and curious travelers. ✔ Private tour for a personalized experience ✔ Learn more about the big history of the smallest country of Central America ✔ Experience like a local: try street food and taste local flavours! (Pupusas tasting and more!)
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Private San Salvador city tour - History, Streetfood & Local Life
4 hours
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This small group El Salvador Shore excursion will take you to the hill where some of the Best coffee in the country is harvested. You will see the locals in their daily life and activities at Nahuizalco a small village famous for its handicrafts after you will visit the Coffee processing center. and enjoy a Gourmet fresh cup of coffee,
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Shore Excursion from Acajutla Coffee and flowers route
5 hours
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Step outside of San Salvador and you’ll see that there are dozens of nature preserves and colorful towns to explore in El Salvador. This day trip from the capital city highlights two popular attractions nearby. First, you’ll visit the San Salvador volcano, which is one of the most accessible in the country. Simply take a walk along a trail and you’ll reach the crater in a matter of minutes. Then, you’ll visit Suchitoto, a well-preserved town known for its culture.
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Combo Tour: Lake Ilopango boat Ride and Suchitoto colorful town
6 hours
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Be one of the only ones to know our culture, traveling to the past through these emblematic and unique places of our country, discover and experience why it was named as a World Heritage Site, know how our ancestors lived, their beliefs and customs.
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World Heritage JEWEL OF CEREN AND SAN ANDRES
3 to 4 hours
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Many travelers find it difficult to get an overview of a new city, especially one as large and historic as San Salvador. This tour provides a great way to see the main sights of the city known widely as the capital of Central America and to learn about its history and culture. The Real City Tour San Salvador takes visitors on a tour of the historic centre of the city, as well as the Boqueron National Park and the Rainbow Slide.
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Real City Tour San Salvador : Historic Center & Boqueron Park
5 to 6 hours
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Santa Ana is El Salvador's highest and most active volcano. Join a small group and embark on an early morning hike from San Salvador to summit the volcano. On a clear day, you can see views of the Pacific Ocean, surrounding volcanoes, and beyod from the summit. This hike is suitable for those in good physical condition.
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El Salvador Airport to Santa Ana, Lake Coatepeque or Cerro Verde
2 hours 30 minutes
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Skip the heat and the queues with a private early-access guided hike up the Santa Ana volcano. Depart ahead of the daily departure group and travel at your own pace. Go through the cloud forest on the skirts of the volcanic crater, past the steamy sulfuric acid lake and experience the beauty of the multicolored layers of ash along the rim of the volcano. You’ll also see the views of Coatepeque Caldera lake below.
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Santa Ana volcano hike with privileged early access. Go safe and skip the crowds
7 to 8 hours
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Journey to the capitol city of El Salvador during this city and volcano tour, including round-trip transport from select hotels. First, explore the city with a guide who knows the best and safest ways around, and see San Salvador Cathedral, Iglesia El Rosario, Plaza Libertad, and the National Palace. Then travel to San Salvador volcano, and stroll the streets of Santa Tecla.
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Full day | San Salvador City Tour Boquerón Park and Rainbow Slide
7 to 8 hours
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The capital of El Salvador is a hub of activity, from cultural performances at its many theaters to uniquely constructed churches that inspire those who appreciate religion and architecture alike. Get to know this city street by street on a private walking tour of San Salvador’s highlights. Over 500 years of history fills each block, and when the city tour ends in the afternoon, you have the choice to visit the El Boqueron National Park on the San Salvador Volcano.
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Explore San Salvador: Historic Center, local market and volcano
5 to 6 hours
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Escape the city for a day at the beach with this small-group tour from San Salvador. Enjoy round-trip transport to a private beach club along the Pacific Coast of La Libertad and spend the day relaxing with access to two beaches, a saltwater pool, and the resort’s lounge area, restaurants, and sunloungers. Stop at the surf town of El Tunco on the way back to admire the views before returning to the city.
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Day at the Beach at La Libertad
1 to 7 hours
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Discover three of El Salvador’s must-see surf spots on this private tour along the country’s Pacific coastline, with round-trip transfer from your hotel ensuring a hassle-free journey. Learn more about El Salvador’s world-famous surfing culture from your guide and enjoy free time to catch a wave, sunbathe, sip a cocktail in a beachside bar on La Libertad, El Tunco, and El Sunzal beaches.
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Half Day-Tour to Surf City: Malecon + Boardwalk + El Tunco Beach
5 to 8 hours
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Experience one of the most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of the Mayan civilization, Copán, during this overnight trip from San Salvador. Discover the unique stelae (upright stone carvings) and magnificent buildings at Copán, a vast Mayan center with several thousand structures, plus explore the charming town. Your Mayan-themed trip includes a guide, overnight accommodation, entrance fees, and round-trip hotel transport.
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2-Day Tour: Following The Maya Path and Copán Ruins
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Get a sense for the historical highlights, beautiful handicrafts and fascinating culture of San Salvador during this 4-hour sightseeing trip. Check out national El Salvadoran landmarks like the Metropolitan Cathedral, National Palace and ‘El Salvador del Mundo’ (Savior of the World Square). You’ll also have a chance to shop for souvenirs at the San Salvador handicrafts market and discover the city’s main residential areas. This San Salvador sightseeing trip also covers a guide and round-trip hotel transport.
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Half day| San Salvador City Tour
4 hours
Free Cancellation
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Step back in time and explore key Mayan sites during this full-day small-group tour from San Salvador. Visit three archaeological sites—Joya de Ceren, San Andres, and Tazumal—to see how the ancient peoples lived. Your tour includes hotel pickup and stops at the large crater lake of Coatepeque to enjoy the scenic views.
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Tazumal + Pompeii of America + San Andres Ceremonial Center
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The Ancient Maya Civilization remains one of Central America’s most captivating societies. El Salvador, nestled amidst lush landscapes, holds the southernmost remnants of this remarkable civilization. Embark on a journey through time as we delve into the heart of Mayan heritage. Tour Highlights: San Andres Ruins: Marvel at the ancient structures, intricate carvings, and sacred plazas that once buzzed with Mayan life. Tazumal Ruins: Immerse yourself in history at Tazumal, the largest Mayan ruin in El Salvador. Joya de Cerén: Discover the Pompeii of the Americas at Joya de Cerén. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers a unique glimpse into the daily lives of Mayan villagers. Preserved by volcanic ash, it showcases their homes, workshops, and agricultural practices from over 1,500 years ago123. Chalchuapa: Drive thru this colonial town. Coatepeque Lake: As we journey, we’ll make a stop overlooking the breathtaking Coatepeque Lake, with free time for lunch (not included).
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Maya Ruins: Joya de Ceren, San Andres, Tazumal, Chalchuapa, Lake
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Climb an active volcano with this nature tour. Led by a guide, explore El Salvador's natural world alongside likeminded travelers. Known as the "Lighthouse of the Pacific", the Izalco Volcano is perfect for tramping, bird watching, and admiring panoramic views of the ocean. Afterwards, descend into Lago de Coatepeque to swim, boat, or jet ski before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.
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Izalco Volcano Hiking Experience - Private Guided Tour
7 to 10 hours
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See some of the most interesting areas in the capital including new residential areas from the west part in town, with the beautiful viewpoint where you will get the best photo of the valley, see the Salvador del Mundo plaza where families and friends get together during evenings, on route see Parque cuscatlan and the interesting Flor Blanca castle, you will walk in the city center enjoy an inside visit of Famous El Rosario Church, main plazas in city center. Optional visit to the national palace is available from Tue to sat. Return to your hotel.
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San Salvador Half- day City tour
4 hours
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The Ruta de las Flores is a road connecting five towns in El Salvador, lined with colorful flowers in the blooming season. Take a day trip from San Salvador’s busy city streets and enjoy the laid-back speed of these villages on a day tour. You’ll shop indigenous markets in Nahuizalco and hear the folklore surrounding the ancient ceiba tree in Salcoatitan. You’ll taste a cup of fresh coffee in Apaneca, savoring how the volcanic soil influences the coffee flavoring.
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Coffee Country and Ruta de las Flores. A day full of fun!
7 to 8 hours
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Comfortable and safe transfer in recent units, driven by professionals, our staff is responsible, honest to guarantee your safety and that you can enjoy your visit to the fullest.
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TRANSPORTATION TO PLAYA MIZATA roundtrip
2 to 3 hours
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A personalized and fast tour of the historic center of San Salvador will let you know in a synthetic way one of the most important places in the country.
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Express Tour Historic Center San Salvador
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Delve deeper into El Salvador’s history and culture with this full-day guided small-group tour around the colonial-era city of Suchitoto and the historic Pipil city of Cihuatan from San Salvador. Perfect for solo travelers and first-time visitors, this tour includes hotel pickup, transportation, entrance fees, and a guide, letting you focus on uncovering the history of this fascinating country without transport hassles.
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Cihuatán Rum Distillery, Archaeological Site & Suchitoto Town
8 to 10 hours
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