Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in San Salvador
You'll arrive at El Salvador airport and get transferred to your hotel in San Salvador. If your flight gets in early enough, there's time to wander around the city and get oriented before settling in for the night.
Optional Activities
- Explore San Salvador city
- Day 2
San Salvador and Suchitoto
Start your morning in San Salvador's historic center, checking out the cathedral, national palace, theatre, and various churches scattered throughout. After lunch, you'll drive to Suchitoto to see its cultural sites like the central plaza, Santa Lucia Church, and the House of Alejandro Coto. Head back to San Salvador by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Half-day exploration of San Salvador historic sites including Catedral Metropolitana, National Palace, National Theatre, and Iglesia El Rosario
- Visit central plaza and Iglesia Santa Lucia in Suchitoto
- Visit House of Alejandro Coto in Suchitoto
Landmarks/POIs Catedral Metropolitana National Palace National Theatre Iglesia El Rosario Iglesia Santa Lucia House of Alejandro Coto - Day 3
Mayan Archaeological Sites to Santa Ana
You'll visit three Mayan archaeological sites that don't get as many tourists. First stop is Joya de Ceren, a pre-Columbian farming village buried under volcanic ash. Then you'll see San Andres Archaeological Park with its museum, followed by Tazumal to view El Salvador's largest pyramid and the Stone of the Victories. Drive to Santa Ana for the night (around 75°F/24°C).
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Joya de Ceren Archaeological Park
- Visit San Andres Archaeological Park and museum
- Visit Tazumal and see the largest pyramid of El Salvador and Stone of the Victories
Landmarks/POIs Joya de Ceren Archaeological Park San Andres Archaeological Park Tazumal - Day 4
Cerro Verde National Park and Santa Ana Volcano
Head to Cerro Verde National Park and start a 4-hour hike on Santa Ana Volcano before 11 am. You'll walk through rainforest with a guide looking for wildlife, visit an orchid garden, and get views of turquoise Lake Coatepeque and Izalco Volcano. Before heading back to San Salvador in the late afternoon, walk along the crater rim to see the sulfur lagoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- 4-hour guided hike on Santa Ana Volcano in Cerro Verde National Park
- Visit orchid garden
- Crater rim walk with views of sulfur lagoon
Optional Activities
- Cruise at Lake Coatepeque
Landmarks/POIs Cerro Verde National Park Santa Ana Volcano Lake Coatepeque Izalco Volcano - Day 5
Playa El Tunco
Drive 40 minutes to Playa El Tunco in La Libertad, a well-known surf spot with consistent waves and several beaches to choose from. You'll have the full day to explore the coastal area and relax at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Surfing at Playa El Tunco
- Explore coastal beaches and surf spots
- Beach activities
Landmarks/POIs Playa El Tunco - Day 6
Departure from El Salvador
Your driver guide will take you to El Salvador International Airport based on your flight time. You can spend extra time in Playa El Tunco or check out more of the coast if you have hours before departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore coastal area and beaches around Playa El Tunco
