The best Full Day Combo Tour - Volcanoes, Lake & Mayan Sites
Overview
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9 hours
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Dive into the heart of El Salvador with our Ultimate Full-Day Combo Tour, designed for those who seek the thrill of exploring diverse landscapes and rich history all in one unforgettable day. This tour is unparalleled, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and ancient wonders.
Explore the ancient ruins of Joya de Cerén, known as the "Pompeii of the Americas," where the daily life of a Mayan village is preserved under volcanic ash. Continue your journey at San Andrés, another significant Mayan archaeological site.
Next, immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of Cerro Verde National Park, set within the stunning Lake and Volcano Complex. And just when you think it can't get any better, you'll find yourself gazing upon the serene beauty of Coatepeque Lake, taking in its crystal-clear waters against a backdrop of volcanic peaks.
If you have just one day to explore El Salvador, make it count with this extraordinary tour. Book now and create unforgettable memories!
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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Playa El Tunco
Travelers pick up only to join tour
What‘s Included
Local guide
Professional guide
National Park fees
Transport by a comfortable vehicle
Local taxes
Gratuities
Lunch
$10 pick up to other location (San Salvador hotel, airbnb) per Tour.
$20 pick-up cost at El Tunco an Zonte Town Entrance(per Tour).
Options
Standard
Visit the main highlight of El Salvador in one single day!
Reviews
260 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
El Salvador- Exceptional experience
Voyager34881196577,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing. Our tour guide Odanis and driver Omar were absolutely informative and super kind with us. They made sure that we were take care of and provided so much about the Mayans. It's a great experience and I would recommend.
El Salvador Exceptional Experience
H4317GNbrendar,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adonis was an incredible tour guide who brought El Salvador’s history and culture to life. He was knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate, making the entire Salvadoran tour both fun and meaningful. Highly recommend Adonis to anyone wanting an authentic and unforgettable experience!
Amazing sites, knowledge tour guide, and yummy food in the area!
Manny G,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alfredo was a great tour guide. He was knowledgeable and took pictures for the folk on the tour. The sites were magical. I highly recommend!!!
An Excellent Full-Day Combo Tour Experience
krismirkk,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Best Full Day Combo Tour – Volcanoes, Lake & Mayan Sites truly lived up to its name. Our guide, Alfredo, was fantastic—very knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to approach with questions. The bus was clean, comfortable, and always on time, and the driver made us feel very safe, especially going up and down the volcano. Lunch was at a restaurant chosen by the tour, and it was absolutely amazing. Overall, an excellent and well-organized experience that I would highly recommend.
This tour tied together a...
Rebecca V,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour tied together a variety of activities (two Mayan sites and Cerro Verde). Be prepared for both lots of sunshine and heat at the ruins as well as cooler temperatures at the volcano. Our only concern was that we didn't stop for lunch until about 3 pm! Take advantage of snacks you can buy along the way, or bring a snack with you.
Long drive, little program and then only mass tourism in the national park
Winfried H,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Of all the excursions made in El Salvador, we liked this Azs flight the least. At the archaeological excavation site we were urged to hurry at the end. Then we head to the observation restaurant Casa 1800 in the national park - crowded, totally touristy, totally noisy. We would have preferred a more authentic restaurant Again: Hurry up! And this despite the fact that the waiters had a lot to do. Finally, there were 30 minutes left for a set walk. What remains of nature? A view from high above of the lake, a volcanic view and mass tourism. And then more than 2 1/2 hours of driving back. Although the tour guide and driver were nice and attentive, they cannot save the tour either.
scenario with a lot of history and nature!
mariasilvia r,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Alfredo, the guide, was very good in knowledge, in organizing the route, in meeting the requests of each traveller without causing damage to the route.
Highly recommend
reinaldo9009,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was awesome. Everything was properly organized, the driver very professional, the food was good, beautiful views, and Alfredo, the tour guide was great. I'll definitely come back.
Good day tour
Ana S,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very complete the tour and very friendly Alfredo, the guide and the driver. The visit to the Jewels of Ceren is very interesting and very different from other archaeological sites
'Full Day' = ALL Day
LuRae T,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Wow - what a long, long day. IF, you want to be in a small group of people [2-4] and a shorter 6-8 hour tour - I would recommend another tour. There were 8 site-seers on this tour bus; that required 4 different pick-up locations. [My journey began @ 07:30 and ended @ 18:55, that is an 11 hour & 25 minute day!] However, the tour w/ Alfredo Diaz & our driver - I cannot recall, nor pronounce his name - was alot of fun & very informative. The natural beauty of El Salvador was in full bloom; the Mayan ruins & museum's were amazing, and my hamburger at Casa 1800 was great - but, the view was spectacular! And, the gardens & hiking around the restaurant are very relaxing.
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