Mayan Heritage Tour: Joya de Cerén UNESCO Site & Tazumal Ruins

4.9 (31 reviews) 6–8 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

The Mayan civilization remains a vital part of Central America's heritage. To truly understand our identity, it is essential to explore the culture, daily life, sacred sites, traditions, and customs. At Joya de Cerén, you will discover the authentic life of Mayan commoners and farmers, gaining insight into their everyday world. Next, we visit Tazumal, a grand temple complex once used for important ceremonies.

To conclude our day, we will enjoy a delicious lunch at a recommended spot either overlooking the stunning panoramic lake or in the charming city of Santa Ana.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 13 people
People per booking: 1–13
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: El Salvador Positive Tours

Ages: Adults (10–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrances
Included: Small Groups
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Certified Tour Guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Joya de Ceren Archaeological Park

one hour Admission included

Joya de Cerén Archaelogical site is the only one world herritage in El Salvador, thats make it unique in Mesoamerica.

Joya de Cerén was one of the Mayan villages that were located in the valley of Zapotitán when in the seventh century AD. erupted the volcano Loma Caldera and the site was covered by volcanic ash from the eruptive event, thus preserving the earth constructions and the artifacts of the place, here you can see the daily life of Mayas.
Tazumal

one hour Admission included

Chalchuapa was a place where the influence of Copán came, as well as the Teotihuacan and Toltec influence. It comprises a series of structures that were the scene of an important and sophisticated Mayan settlement that existed around 100 and 1200 AD. After a long occupation, whose greater development corresponds to the Classic horizon (250 to 900 d.C.), Tazumal was definitively abandoned around 1200 AD.
Lake Coatepeque

one hour Admission included

This lake is one of the most interesting in El Salvador, we will make a short stop, beacause ,the lunch is going to be taken here.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Intercontinental San Salvador-metrocentro Mall By IHG
Best Western Plus Hotel Terraza
Courtyard by Marriott San Salvador
Sheraton Presidente San Salvador Hotel
Barcelo San Salvador
Holiday Inn San Salvador By IHG
Hilton San Salvador

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.