Route of the Flowers Tour

No trip to El Salvador would be complete without visiting its picturesque villages. Color, tradition, and artwork fill the streets of Juayúa, Nahuizalco, Apaneca, and Ataco, making the Ruta de las Flores (Flowers Route) a special experience.

Description

After picking you up at any designated pickup points, we will head to the Ruta de las Flores, known as the Route 66 of El Salvador. We will travel along this scenic road, passing through colorful villages. The first stop will be Juayúa, located at around 3,300 feet, where we will explore the historic center featuring the church of Santa Lucía and the parish church of Cristo Negro.

Next, we will proceed to Nahuizalco for an hour, where you will meet locals who still speak the indigenous Nawat language and learn about traditional weaving and hat-making. In Apaneca, you will enjoy its colorful houses and the central village square, browsing the local handicraft shops.

Finally, we will visit Ataco, situated at 3,900 feet. Here, you will see vibrant street murals and the central park, where you can immerse yourself in the local culture and sample artisanal coffee for just over an hour.

Meeting Points

During the booking process, you can select your pickup location:

Real Intercontinental HotelBambú City Center Shopping Mall (main entrance)Courtyard Marriott hotelEntrance to Tunco Beach (main entrance)Entrance to Playa Zonte (main entrance)

If you prefer pickup at your hotel in San Salvador, there is a supplement of 10USD per person in cash on the day of the tour. For a hotel pickup in Tunco, the supplement is 20USD per person.