Legacy Maya Jewel of Ceren and Tazumal
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover three of the most representative places in El Salvador in one day. Start your tour at Joya de Cerén, a unique archaeological site that preserves the daily life of an ancient Mayan community intact. Continue to Lake Coatepeque, where you will stop for lunch and enjoy one of the most stunning landscapes in the country. It ends in Tazumal, in Chalchuapa, home to one of the most important and monumental Mayan structures in El Salvador, reflecting centuries of history and cultural legacy.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Additional fee of $10 for hotel pickup, airbnb or location directly to our guide, accommodation has to be in San Salvador
Most travelers can participate in the experience
There will be a maximum of 13 travellers on the tour or activity.
What To Expect
Duration:8 hours
Operating Schedule:ITINERARY 08:00 a.m. Departure from San Salvador. 09:00 a.m. Arrival at the Joya de Cerén archaeological site. 09:05 a.m. Start the tour with a local guide at the Joya de Cerén archaeological site. 10 :00 a.m. Departure from Joya de Cerén to Lake Coatepeque. 11: 15 a.m. Arrival at Lake Coatepeque. 01 :00 p.m. Departure from Lake Coatepeque to the Tazumal archaeological site. 02: 45 p.m. Arrive at the Tazumal archaeological site and start the tour with the local guide. 04 :00 p.m. Return to San Salvador. 06 : 30 p.m. arrival in San Salvador Tentative schedule
Joya de Cerén is the only site in El Salvador recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a distinction that makes it an exceptional place within the Mesoamerican region. This archaeological site was a Mayan village located in the valley of Zapotitán. In the 7th century AD, the eruption of the Loma Caldera volcano covered the site with volcanic ash, which allowed the extraordinary conservation of its homes and everyday objects. Thanks to this, today it is possible to know what the daily life of the ancient Maya was like.
The tour also includes a visit to Lake Coatepeque, considered one of the most attractive in the country. Here you will make a short stop and enjoy lunch (not included) overlooking the lake.
Chalchuapa was an important center where diverse cultural influences converged, including Copán, Teotihuacán and the Toltec tradition. The site of Tazumal is part of this complex and is composed of several structures that reflect the development of a relevant Mayan settlement between 100 and 1200 AD, reaching its greatest splendor during the Classic period, before being permanently abandoned.
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Legacy Maya Jewel of Ceren and Tazumal
What‘s Included
Coordinator
Local guide
Admission to archaeological sites
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking charges
You can bring your light breakfast on board.
Gratuities
Lunch is made in Lake Coatepeque
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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