El Salvador · Archaeology

9-Hour El Tazumal and Ruta de las Flores Tour with Juayúa Falls

9 Hours Round trip from Calle Tazumal Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore El Tazumal, one of El Salvador's most important Maya archaeological sites
02 Learn about Maya history and culture with a specialist in Salvadoran archaeology and anthropology
03 Discover Concepción de Ataco in the Ruta de las Flores, famous for its murals and authentic lifestyle
04 Take a short hike in Juayúa to reach refreshing waterfalls
05 Enjoy a great cup of coffee in one of El Salvador's coffee towns

Visit El Tazumal, one of El Salvador's most important Maya archaeological sites, and learn about Maya history and culture with a specialist in Salvadoran archaeology and anthropology. Continue through the coffee towns of the Ruta de las Flores, including Concepción de Ataco, known for its murals and authentic lifestyle. Complete the day in Juayúa with a short hike to refreshing waterfalls and time to enjoy a great cup of coffee.

Continue with a 30-minute drive to Juayúa, then hike for 20 minutes to soak in the refreshing waterfalls.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities San Salvador, Chalchuapa

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

El Tazumal, Concepción de Ataco and Juayúa Waterfalls

Pick up at around 8 am in San Salvador, El Tunco, or nearby locations.
Head to El Tazumal, located 70 km from San Salvador.
Spend around one hour exploring the Maya ruins and the museum.
Drive for about one hour to visit Concepción de Ataco in the Ruta de las Flores.
Explore Concepción de Ataco, famous for its murals and authentic lifestyle.
Continue with a 30-minute drive to Juayúa, then hike for 20 minutes to soak in the refreshing waterfalls.
Enjoy a great cup of coffee in town before returning to your hotel at around 5 pm.