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Highlights of El Salvador

11 days
4.4
(8)
From San Salvador to La Libertad
Highlights of El Salvador - Explore!
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Tour Operator:
Explore!
Max group size:
16
Age range:
16 to 85
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
190467
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Itinerary

Start in San Salvador and end in La Libertad! With the In-depth Cultural tour Highlights of El Salvador, you have a 11 days tour package taking you through San Salvador, El Salvador and 9 other destinations in El Salvador. Highlights of El Salvador includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals.
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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join trip in San Salvador
  2. Day 2 Head to Jiquilisco Bay; boat trip with a local biologist to monitor hawksbill turtles
  3. Day 3 Optional kayaking or a visit to a local cacao farm
  4. Day 4 Drive to Suchitoto via the Laguna de Alegria; evening pupusa-making class
  5. Day 5 Visit the ex-guerrilla community of La Cinquera; free afternoon in Suchitoto
  6. Day 6 Discover San Salvador on foot; visit the Joya de Ceren; drive to Cerro Verde via Lake Coatepeque
  7. Day 7 Hike the Santa Ana volcano to the impressive Llamatepec crater lake; drive to Ataco via the Tazumal Archaeological Site
  8. Day 8 Explore the small villages on the Ruta de las Flores; explore the street food markets
  9. Day 9 Coffee farm visit; drive to the Los Cobanos protected marine area; continue to La Libertad
  10. Day 10 Free day on the coast in Sunzal
  11. Day 11 Trip ends at La Libertad
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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Operated by Explore!

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We've been taking small groups on adventure holidays for over 41 years. Our authentic adventure travel experiences explore the sights and culture of a country, with hand-picked accommodation that balances comfort and location. Our average group tour size is just 11; perfect for meeting new people and getting to the heart of our destinations. Explore is one of the worlds most trusted adventure travel companies with over 500 trips to more than 120 countries. We are passionate about travel and have developed a wide range of unique activities and adventures which give our customers an unforgettable experience with a team of award-winning Explore leaders. With Explore, you'll get to see your destination from a whole new perspective that takes you away from the typical well-trodden tourist track. You'll have the chance to meet, dine and stay with local people, rest in authentic accommodation with other like-minded explorers and travel to must-see destinations with a unique Explore twist. From family holidays to trips for solo travellers; cycling tours to wildlife safaris; trekking on mountains or exploring miles of scenic coastline; self-guided journeys small group trips or Private Tours; there is something for every kind of traveller with Explore. We will provide our expert knowledge, exciting itineraries and outstanding service as part of our sustainable travel experiences which take you under the skin of the country you're visiting for the adventure of a lifetime.

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Food
    Good
    3.7
  • 4.5
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  • A
    · November 23rd, 2023
    Turtle tagging (but boat very uncomfortable) Volcanic scenery.
    Trip date: November 2023
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  • A
    · November 7th, 2023
    Optional trip to St Antonio waterfall.
    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · April 6th, 2023
    It was a varied and interesting trip but nothing stood out in particular
    Trip date: March 2023
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  • A
    · April 2nd, 2023
    The turtle intiative was a delight and having guessed the weight of a green turtle I got to name the turtle upon it's release. there is now a turtle called Annie, after my wife, swimming around the mangroves in El Salvadore. The walk upthe volcane... Show more
    Trip date: March 2023
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  • A
    · February 28th, 2023
    A couple of the locations of the hotels and a chance to see daily life in the country.
    Trip date: February 2023
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  • A
    · February 23rd, 2023
    Really, it was just the experience of being in a country so long associsated with violence and crime, and seeing it beginning to take tentative steps towards normality. The people were friendly everywhere we went, and our guide - Dio - was fantastic.... Show more
    Trip date: February 2023
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  • A
    · February 18th, 2023
    Time spent in Suchitoto, very beautiful, extremely friendly and welcoming people, plenty of choice for eating out etc.
    Trip date: February 2023
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  • A
    · May 28th, 2022
    It was a superb trip with an outstanding itinerary. I had briefly visited El salvador before, but I learned so much more on this trip.
    Trip date: March 2022

Dates & Availability

11 days
Highlights of El Salvador
From San Salvador to La Libertad
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  • Currency
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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveller from England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for El Salvador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for El Salvador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for El Salvador. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for El Salvador. Ideally 10 days before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before July 27th, 2024 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 27th, 2024, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Explore!. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 75 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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