Long stay in El Salvador
2024
Highlights of the trip
During your stay you can enjoy the following highlights: Culture / Heritage, Faune and flora, Free time.
Best times to go
The best time(s) to go is/are : Printemps, Automne, Hiver.
Petit Futé
Where to stay - Santa Ana ?
The map of your stay "Long stay in El Salvador"
Detail of the stay : Long stay in El Salvador
How to get there - Santa Ana
Discovering the Capital
Steps: Santa Tecla
Relaxation and city tour. The tour begins in the Salvador del Mundo square where the monument, the symbol of the city, is located. Head for the historic centre: the cathedral, the National Theatre, the National Palace, the El Rosario church, Plaza Barrios, Plaza Libertad and a visit to the National Museum of Anthropology. The afternoon will be devoted to the vehicle ascent of the San Salvador volcano. A two-hour stop at El Boquerón National Park is planned. This park is the crater of the San Salvador volcano, at an altitude of 1,893 meters. From the viewpoint, it is possible to contemplate the entire city of San Salvador.
In the early evening, a walk to the paseo del Carmen in Santa Tecla is a must, especially on weekends. The many restaurants and bars in this festive district are a must.
Places of interest : MUSEO NACIONAL DE ANTROPOLOGÍA DR. DAVID J. GUZMÁN (MUNA) CATEDRAL METROPOLITANA DE SAN SALVADOR PALACIO NACIONAL PLAZA CÍVICA - PLAZA GERARDO BARRIOS IGLESIA EL ROSARIO TEATRO NACIONAL PLAZA SALVADOR DEL MUNDO - PLAZA LAS AMÉRICAS PARQUE NACIONAL EL BOQUERÓN
San Salvador and its surroundings
Steps: Panchimalco
Visit of the craft market and the Antiguo Cuscatlán market in the morning. In the afternoon, we will discover the surroundings. From the Mirador de los Planes, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Lake Ilopango. The tour continues to the famous Puerta del Diablo, impressive rock formations overlooking the city of San Salvador. Stop and visit the pipil village of Panchimalco which has a very beautiful colonial style church and small art museums not to be missed.
Places of interest : MERCADO NACIONAL DE ARTESANIAS
Colonial Village of Suchitoto
Steps: Suchitoto
Departure for the village of Suchitoto, the only fully preserved colonial village. Visit of its cobbled streets, its colonial church, its art galleries. In the afternoon: one hour boat trip on the lake.
Places of interest : IGLESIA DE SANTA LUCÍA EXCURSION EN BATEAU
Road to the west
Steps: Santa Ana
Departure for Santa Ana. A short hike in its surroundings will be very enjoyable as well as a visit to the city, the theatre and the pedestrian area of Villa Morena to eat.
Places of interest : TEATRO NACIONAL
Heading for Ahuachapán
Steps: Sitio Arqueológico Joya De Cerén
On the road are the archaeological sites of Joya de Cerén, Tazumal and Casa Blanca. Then follow the Flower Route, stopping in the different villages, in particular Apaneca and Concepción de Ataco, which are not lacking in charm. These last two villages are very popular on weekends. You will discover the colourful craftsmanship of the HermanosFaBru'S. Their memitas, painted or sculpted female characters, are emblematic and representative of Salvadoran life and women.
Places of interest : EL TAZUMAL CASA BLANCA FABRU'S
Visit of Ahuachapán
Heading south
Steps: San Salvador
Return to San Salvador to go to La Libertad this time. Renowned for its muelle (dock), it is necessary to taste the seafood and fish that are sold there
Relaxation and unforgettable experience with turtles
Choose a beach near La Libertad to enjoy surfing, or simply to rest by sea. Plan to reserve to a local association a release of tortues turtles.
Five-star day
Steps: Playa Costa Del Sol
Detour to the Costa del Sol for an all-inclusive day at one of the region's hotels. Discovery of mangroves in the Jaltepeque estuary.
Places of interest : ESTERO JALTEPEQUE
Road to the east
Steps: San Sebastián
Back again to San Salvador for San Miguel. On the way two stops are essential. The first one in Alegría for a picnic by the emerald lake. The second in San Sebastián, where you can discover, in a textile centre that produces fine crafts, weaving machines driven by human force and methods introduced in the 18th century that still remain the rule for the manufacture of Salvadoran textiles today.
Discovering the surroundings of San Miguel
Steps: San Miguel
In San Miguel, possibility of hiking in the surroundings (précolombiens remains, different lagoons...).
On the road to peace
Steps: San Miguel
From San Miguel, take the direction of the north to win the road of Peace. Along with the Flowers route, it is advisable to rent a car to travel through the mountains.
Parade of magnificent landscapes and remains of the civil war
Steps: Perquín
Very culturally rich, an important part of Salvadoran history will be revealed in Perquín, the end of the road.
Relax on the beach
Steps: Playa El Cuco
Crossing again by San Miguel to relax on a beach in the area Oriente, the Playa El Cuco is strongly recommended for bathing and especially surfing!
Escapade at sea
Steps: La Unión
Departure for La Unión and visit of its port. From there, you will take a lancha to discover the islands of the Gulf of Fonseca
A change of scenery and very relaxing break
Little paradise on earth
Steps: San Salvador
On the road to San Salvador, the ultimate stop will take place on Jiquilisco bay. They can be reached by boat or by car.
Idleness
Relax and calm in an ecosystem rich in mangroves, relax on the fine sandy beaches!
Back to reality
Steps: San Salvador
Return to San Salvador in the Zona Rosa where you will be spoilt for choice for a last quiet evening!
