Mayan Tour: Joya de Cerén UNESCO Site +Tazumal Ceremonial Center

4.8
(20 reviews)

6 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

The Mayan Civilization remains a vital part of Central America's heritage. To truly understand our identity, it is essential to explore its 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.
Join us and let the stories of our ancient cultures come alive!

What's Included

Small Groups
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrances
Certified Tour Guide
Gratuities
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Joya de Ceren Archaeological Park

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Tazumal

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Lake Coatepeque

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by El Salvador Positive Tours

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