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Flowers Route Tour - Colonial Towns & Handicraft.

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Flowers Route Tour - Colonial Towns & Handicraft.
4.6  / 524 reviews

Discover the colorful colonial towns in the lush, mountainous countryside of The Flower´s Route. Learn about the cofee culture and blend with the local culture and heritage of El Salvador.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Pickup included
*If you want to be picked up in your San Salvador hotel, airbnb or location you can pay usd$10 extra directly to our guide the day of the tour. You must to contact us before if this is your choice. •If you are staying in hotels on the Tunco beach La Libertad or in the surrounding area, the pick-up cost will be usd$20.00 per 01 person and $10 per two person (20.00) in total.

Experience

Itinerary

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    5 pickup location options:

    Bambu City Center, El Tunco, InterContinental San Salvador-Metrocentro Mall, an IHG Hotel, El Zonte, Courtyard by Marriott San Salvador

  • Car

    (105 minutes)

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    Nahuizalco

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way (75 minutes)

  • Car

    (30 minutes)

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    Juayua

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (20 minutes)

  • Car

    (40 minutes)

    Casa 1800 Ataco

    Coffee, Lunch, Local snacks, Food tasting, Regional food, Coffee tasting (1.5 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

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    Concepción de Ataco

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (75 minutes)

  • Car

    (2 hours)

  • 5 drop-off locations:

    El Tunco, Courtyard by Marriott San Salvador, Bambu City Center, InterContinental San Salvador-Metrocentro Mall, an IHG Hotel, El Zonte

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit the colonial towns of El Salvador and learn their rich histories
  • Check out the towns of Apaneca and Ataco, known for their coffee plantations
  • Learn about the craft-making industries in Nahuizalco and Salcoatitán
  • Head down to the food market in Juayúa

Full description

Explore El Salvador’s Flowers Route, a scenic road through the mountains and coffee plantations On this full-day tour, visit charming villages: Nahuizalco, Juayúa, Apaneca, and Concepción de Ataco, each celebrated for its natural beauty, crafts, coffee plantations, festivals, and cuisine. Stroll cobblestone streets and enjoy the cool Sierra Apaneca climate. Nahuizalco boasts a rich cultural heritage and bustling handicraft market, while Juayúa is famous for its delightful food festival. In Apaneca, delve into the heart of El Salvador’s coffee culture. Concepción de Ataco enchants with colorful murals, markets, and colonial architecture. This artistic town is a haven for local artisans. Join us on the Flowers Route Tour for an unforgettable journey through El Salvador’s most picturesque and culturally rich towns. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, warm hospitality, and a deep appreciation for the country’s heritage.

Includes

  • Shared transportation
  • Bilingual guide
  • Fee entrance
  • Tourism taxes
  • Country taxes
  • Donation to the Association of Parents with Children with Cancer
  • Meals expenses
  • Transfer out of itinerary
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips to driver and guide in the tour

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Recommended Gear:
  • Light clothing
  • Sun block
  • Extra water
  • Walking shoes
  • Camera
  • Pick-up at the airport is available for a charge of USD 29 that is payable directly to the supplier on the day of your tour.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 24 reviews

Review summary

  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5
  • Service
    5/5
  • Organization
    5/5

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Sandra – United StatesSeptember 22, 2024  – Verified booking
The explaining of each stop. The history, he answered all questions
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Jose Luis – United StatesApril 19, 2024  – Verified booking
It was great! I enjoyed every moment. The tour guide Raul and the bus driver were very nice and helpful. The places we visited were awesome.
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesDecember 26, 2023  – Verified booking
Our guide, Alfredo was great - he is a knowledgeable & kind person & funny, too. We saw beautiful villages along the Ruta de las Flores. The van was comfortable. I would recommend this tour.
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Product ID: 20039

Activity provider:Salvadorean Tours

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