Joya de Cer en Archaeological Site Tours and Tickets

Maximise your time and minimise your spending, with this great-value combo tour, pairing two of El Salvador's most popular attractions, plus hotel pick-up. Uncover San Salvador's colonial history on a 2-hour walking tour, taking in highlights like Masferrer Square, Salvador del Mundo Square, El Rosario Church and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Then, journey to the UNESCO-listed Mayan ruins of Joya de Cer en for a 2-hour guided tour and learn how the fascinating archaeological site earned its nickname as the 'Pompeii of the Americas'.

Step back in time on a 3-day, 2-night exploration of the ancient Mayan civilization's archaeological sites in El Salvador. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed ruins at Joya de Ceren, the Mayan sites of San Andres and Tazumal and the country's National Museum of Anthropology. It's a great chance to learn about daily life and the magnificence buildings of this once-thriving empire. Your archaeological tour includes a guide, accommodations, entrance fees, daily breakfast and round-trip hotel transport.

Experience the gorgeous natural scenery of El Cerro Verde National Park and the ancient Mayan village of Joya de Cer en on this 8-hour day trip. Journey to this postcard-worthy national park, nestled among three active volcanoes, for a nature hike and great views of Coatepeque Lake. Before returning to San Salvador, stop by the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Joya de Cer en, a one-time Mayan village preserved by a volcanic eruption. Your trip includes a guide, site entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport.

Don't waste time at the airport in between flights - make the most of your layover in San Salvador with this private 4- to 6-hour tour of El Salvador's Mayan archaeological sites. Follow part of the famous Mayan Route to two equally fascinating sites, Joya de Cer en and San Andr es, and learn how the two settlements were preserved beneath layers of volcanic ash. Discover why UNESCO-listed Joya de Cer en is nicknamed the 'Pompeii of the Americas' and use your imagination to bring the pre-Columbian farming village back to life. This tour includes pick-up and drop-off at Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport in San Salvador.

Experience two of the most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of the Mayan civilization, Copán and Joya de Cer en, during this 2-day, 1-night trip. Explore the 'Pompeii of the Americas' at Joya de Cer en, one of the only Mayan villages preserved from ancient times by a volcanic eruption. Then discover the unique stelae (upright stone carvings) and magnificent buildings at Copán, a vast Mayan center with several thousand structures. Your Mayan-themed trip includes a guide, overnight accommodation, entrance fees, snacks and round-trip hotel transport.

During this day trip from San Salvador you will be able to see where the Mayan route began. You will visit Joya de Ceren, an UNESCO heritage Mayan village where you will find the ruins of the ceremonial center of San Andres and its museum. You will also visit the Mayan pyramid of Tazumal and will end the tour with a visit to Santa Ana's city center.

Only on a guided tour is it possible to visit El Salvador's four largest archaeological sites in just one day. Along with a guide, head to the Mayan ruins in Tazumal, San Andres, Casa Blanca, and Joya de Ceren - the only UNESCO World Heritage-listed site in El Salvador. This tour includes all transportation, national park fees, and guide service at each site, offering an incredible value.

Commune with the ancient Mayan civilization during this 8-hour visit to some of the culture's top archaeological sites in El Salvador. Check out the impressive village of Joya de Cer en, a UNESCO World Heritage site that was preserved many centuries ago by a volcanic eruption. Then wander among the pyramids at the Mayan ceremonial center of San Andr es and see the largest pyramid in the country at Tazumal. This Mayan-themed trip also includes a guide, entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport.

Discover the volcanic ruins and tree-flanked trails of El Boquerón National Park on a 4-hour tour from San Salvador. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, marvel at the colossal mound of Big Mouth, one of the country's most impressive volcanoes, and hike the dense, forested paths of El Boquerón National Park. Delve into the ancient mysteries of the Joya de Cer en ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site that dates back to the 6th century, and gaze at panoramic vistas of the Black Lake, a sweeping sea of hardened volcanic rock. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip hotel transportation on this exhilarating excursion.

Relive the glory of the mighty Mayan empire with this half- or full-day tour of the most notable Mayan ruins in El Salvador. Explore the fascinating pre-Columbian villages of San Andr es and UNESCO-listed Joya de Cer en. After a typical Salvadoran lunch (own expense), admire the colonial landmarks of Santa Ana and stand in awe before El Salvador's largest pyramid at the Tazumal archeological site in Chalchuapa.

Make the most of your time in San Salvador, the Central American capital that punches well above its weight, with this unexpected 2-day, 1-night city visit. Check out the sublime views from the Devil's Gate, a rock formation just outside of town, and learn about the life of human rights activist Monsignor Romero at his city memorial. You'll also explore Mayan history at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Joya de Ceren and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Boquerón National Park. Your trip also covers a guide, accommodations, entrance fees, daily breakfast and round-trip hotel transport.

Immerse yourself in Mayan culture with this day trip to three archaeological sites - Joya de Cer en, San Andr es, and Tazumal - in Santa Ana. First, get a peek into the past and learn how the Mayans lived at Joya de Cer en, then head to San Andr es, a residential area of the Mayan rulers and a ceremonial center. Finally, visit Tazumal and explore its complex of pyramids.

Got time to spare before your onward flight? Maximise your time in San Salvador with a whistle-stop tour of the capital's highlights and a visit to the UNESCO-listed Mayan site of Joya de Cer en. Choose to explore the sights independently or with a private guide on a 4- to 6-hour tour, taking in landmarks like Salvador del Mundo Square and El Rosario Church, then exploring the fascinating 'Pompeii of the Americas'. This tour includes pick-up and drop-off at Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport in San Salvador.

Get a taste of all that El Salvador has to offer, including charming colonial towns, gorgeous beaches and postcard-worthy scenery, on this 9-day, 8-night excursion. Sample the architecture and history of San Salvador before journeying along the idyllic "˜Flowers Route,' to experience idyllic small town life. You'll also get to experience El Salvador's rich Mayan heritage during visits to the UNESCO World Heritage site at Joya de Ceren and visit communities rebounding from the country's decade-long civil war. Your trip covers a guide, accommodations, all activities and entrance fees, daily breakfast and round-trip hotel transport.

Discover the towering volcanoes, gorgeous lakes and ancient Mayan sites of El Salvador during this comprehensive 8-hour trip. During your excursion you'll explore the country's numerous volcanoes, including the Izalco, Santa Ana and Cerro Verde Volcanoes. Each of these sky-high peaks harbors a wealth of unique ecosystems and plant life to explore. Then check out beautiful Lake Coatepeque before exploring the Mayan-era 'Joya de Ceren' archaeological site and the Pre-Columbian city of San Andr es. This full-day El Salvador adventure covers site entrance fees, a guide, and round-trip hotel transport.