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Coffee Country and Ruta de las Flores. A day full of fun!

Location San Salvador, El Salvador
$125.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Ruta de las Flores is a series of colorful villages sitting across the Apaneca mountain range, a belt formed by 14 volcanoes and the heart of COFFEE COUNTRY in El Salvador. This was the first tourist circuit developed here after the Peace Agreements of 1992. Nowadays is one of the top tourist destinations and must-go in our country.
The perfect mix of volcanic minerals, elevation and climate makes this mountain range the most important coffee growing region in El Salvador. Around this crop many traditions, stories and history had been loomed over the years to offer a very special and interesting destination.
Dare to talk with the locals, eat what they eat. You'll explore, taste, learn and discover... El Salvador is so diverse that will make your day.

There's plenty of optional activities (upon request):
- Zipline
- ATVs rides
- Coffee Cupping (plus a supplement to your Coffee Experience)
- Hot springs and thermal pools
- Reptile House

NOTE: some attractions may run on weekends only.
Gourmet Coffee Experience In Ruta De Las Flores
Specialty Coffee Tour with tas
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Local taxes
  • Driver/guide
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Specialty Coffee Tour
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • In order to reduce the plastic waste I no longer offer bottled water. Please consider bringing your own reusable bottle.

Meeting point
Meeting point: lobby of Barceló San Salvador, Colonia San Benito (Zona Rosa). Bus lines: 101D and 34 (Uber works fine in this area).
Return details
Meeting point: lobby of Barceló San Salvador, Colonia San Benito (Zona Rosa). Bus lines: 101D and 34 (Uber works fine in this area).

  • Nahuizalco
    Nahuizalco has some of the largest indigenous populations in the Western region and is home of ancient traditions as the colorful weekends street market when farmers come to sell their fresh products: flowers, greens, seasonal fruits, cooked goods and handcrafts. Interesting fact, despite there's an indoor market, the street market is a women business. The John the Baptist church is one of the best preserved colonial churches of El Salvador. Don't forget to check the the diverse handcrafts, locally made. The signature crafts are weaved products (such as baskets, table mats, lamp shades, etc). Many of this are made by single mothers at home, so they can care their children and make a living.
  • According the pre-hispanic tradition Salcoatitán was The Sacred Place of Quetzacoatl, the mythical Feathered Serpent deity. An ancient ceiba tree (also sacred for the Mesoamerican cultures) grows magnificent by the road and the mosaic to Quetzalcóatl (pass by)
  • Juayua
    Juayúa is famous for the high quality coffee and for the weekends FOOD FEST, the ultimate street food experience in El Salvador! In the ancient Nahua language, Juayúa stands for "Place of Purple Orchids" and is a small city, surrounded by volcanic slopes where grows world-class quality coffee. Yes, yes... you heard about the Food Fest (Festival Gastronómico) and want to know about. This runs every weekend (and major holidays) when locals set food stalls along the streets around main square, cooking fresh, local and exotic delicacies. From fresh seafood ceviches, mix khababs, smoked pork ribs, garlic prawns... all selections served with different sides (cheese, avocado, pickled vegetables, rice and beans, etc) to desserts for a great value. Here you eat what locals eat! Upon request: - Walk to Chorros de la Calera springs. - FOR THE KIDS: come and visit the Reptile House with tens of species such as snakes, lizards, dragons, tarantulas and other creepy creatures. Very cool!
  • Apaneca
    Apaneca is the village at the highest elevation in El Salvador ( ~ 1700 mt / 5580 ft) and sits in between two (volcanic) peaks. This is the origin of its ancient name: "River of Winds". On the slopes of this hills, surrounded by vast coffee fields, runs a state of the art coffee mill. Here you'll learn about the milling process and the complexity and human impact that takes to turn a cherry into part of your morning ritual. Taste a cup of fresh ground, locally grown coffee with the expert, the 5th generation of a family of farmers and traders. And, yes, you can get coffee -ground or whole bean- packed and ready to take home.
  • Concepcion de Ataco
    One of the most charming mountain villages in the country. Cobblestoned streets, bright colored facades, colorful murals makes Ataco a must go for any traveler. Explore for yourself this top destination: the Inmaculate Concpetion church, Cielito Lindo lookout, traditional looms or the diverse handcraft and coffee shops.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No minimum age. All minor with adult supervision.
  • Coffee harvest season in this region normally runs from mid November to late January (maybe longer on lower elevations and depending on weather conditions along the season). That's the busiest time of the year
  • Weather conditions may change in any moment especially in mountainous areas such as this. Be aware and prepared.
  • The schedule may be altered depending on factors such as traffic, weather, day of the week, etc. You'll be informed in advance.
  • All passengers must follow local COVID19 safety protocols in any moment.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Coffee Country and Ruta de las Flores. A day full of fun!

    Location San Salvador, El Salvador
    $125.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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