Day 1 – Arrival in San Salvador
Personalized welcome at Oscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport, gateway to El Salvador. Transfer to your hotel in the capital, nestled between volcanoes and valleys.
Distance: 45 km / 1h

 

Day 2 – San Salvador, culture and nature
Discover the capital's treasures: the Metropolitan Cathedral, resting place of human rights icon Archbishop Romero; the National Palace with its Republican architecture; and the Military Museum showcasing the country's complex history. Lunch, then stroll through El Boquerón Park to admire the massive crater of San Salvador Volcano, perched at 1800 meters.
Distance: 50 km / 1h30 combined

 

Day 3 – Suchitoto, colonial charm
Departure to Suchitoto, a colonial gem frozen in time. Visit the Museo Cotto and the Centro de Arte para la Paz, symbols of cultural resilience after the civil war. Stroll through cobblestone streets lined with vibrant bougainvillea.
Distance: 50 km / 1h30

 

Day 4 – Free day in Suchitoto
Enjoy a peaceful day in one of El Salvador’s most charming villages. Optional excursion: Los Tercios waterfall, famous for its unique geological formation of hexagonal basalt columns.
Distance: local

 

Day 5 – Rum, Joya de Cerén, and Santa Ana
Guided tour of the Cihuatán Rum Distillery, then head to Joya de Cerén, a UNESCO World Heritage site nicknamed the “Pompeii of the Americas” for its remarkable preservation under volcanic ash. Continue to Santa Ana, the country's second largest city.
Distance: 90 km / 2h30

 

Day 6 – Santa Ana and Cerro Verde
Visit the majestic neo-Gothic cathedral and the National Theater of Santa Ana, an emblem of Salvadoran elegance. Lunch by the shimmering waters of Lake Coatepeque. Hike in Cerro Verde National Park with panoramic views of neighboring volcanoes.
Distance: 60 km / 2h

 

Day 7 – Tazumal and Salvadoran coffee
Explore the archaeological site of Tazumal, showcasing ancient Mayan civilization. Then, immerse yourself in the world of coffee with a visit to a traditional processing plant.
Distance: 50 km / 1h30

 

Day 8 – Coffee, ruins, and labyrinths
Dive into the coffee plantations of Apaneca, discover pre-Columbian ruins and the majestic Laguna Verde. Optional: Challenge yourself in the Albania labyrinth, a green maze crafted amidst the mountains.
Distance: 30 km / 1h

 

Day 9 – Ruta de las Flores and beach
Explore the legendary Ruta de las Flores: Juayúa and its Black Christ Church, Salcoatitán and its artisan traditions, Nahuizalco famous for its vibrant night market and woodcraft. Overnight at the beach in La Libertad.
Distance: 110 km / 3h

 

Day 10 – Surf City and beach
Relaxation day at Surf City’s world-famous beaches, ideal for surfing, lounging, or sunset walks.
Distance: local

 

Day 11 – To the Bay of Jiquilisco
Transfer to the Bay of Jiquilisco, one of Central America’s largest mangrove ecosystems, a sanctuary for sea turtles and exotic birds. Waterfront accommodation.
Distance: 100 km / 2h30

 

Day 12 – Mangroves and monkey reserve
Boat excursion at Puerto Barillas: encounter howler monkeys, navigate lush mangrove canals, and observe tropical wildlife. Road to Conchagua.
Distance: 120 km / 3h30

 

Day 13 – Islands of the Gulf of Fonseca
Explore the protected area of Conchagua, then embark on a boat trip through volcanic islands shared by El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Distance: local

 

Day 14 – Chaparrastique Volcano and return
On the road, morning view of the majestic Chaparrastique Volcano, still active, before transferring back to San Luis Talpa for your last night.
Distance: 160 km / 4h

 

Day 15 – Departure
According to your flight schedule, transfer to Oscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport.
Distance: 10 km / 20 min