Mayan Treasures & Indigo Traditions of El Salvador
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Port
Acajutla, El Salvador
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$129.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 5¾ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
This experience is perfect for travelers who seek to connect deeply with El Salvador's Mayan legacy, traditional craftsmanship, and vibrant landscapes in just one memorable day. It uncovers the layers of El Salvador's ancient history and artistry.
Your adventure takes you to Tazumal — the country's most significant archaeological site and home to its largest Mayan pyramid. Here, towering stone structures and excavated ceremonial platforms reveal the power and sophistication of this once-thriving Mayan city.
Continue to Casa Blanca Archaeological Park, a smaller but equally intriguing site that complements Tazumal's story. Within the grounds, you'll step into a hands-on indigo workshop, where artisans revive the same techniques used by the ancient Maya to extract and dye with natural indigo — a color that symbolized the sacred and later became one of El Salvador's most valued exports.
Between visits, enjoy a short break with a hearty snack of sandwiches and fruit, along with refreshing beverages.
Return via the scenic Los Naranjos route through lush mountains and coffee farms.
Notes:
Tour does not operate on holidays. Travel time is approximately 1½ hours each way. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water.