We love anything to do with the Maya civilisation, and this tour compiles the very best of El Salvador has to offer, with Joya de Ceren the only example of its kind on how Maya people lived daily. For 1500 years the site remained covered under many layers of volcanic ash hence its preservation is immaculate. No wonder why it is nicknamed the Pompeii of the Americas. Completing the tour is San Andres with its unique Maya factory of blue pigment (sacred colour to the Mayas), and Tazumal. The visit to Santa Ana city was great as it is the only beautiful city and well worth it in El Salvador. Our guide was very friendly, kind and joy.

Between the amazing Joya de Seren - giving people today the most accurate look at everyday life back in Mayan times and the towering Tazumal it was a tour I will not soon forget. Benjamin, our guide, was knowedgeable and fantastic. Also - if you get the chance - visit the unbelievably colorful and diverse looking cemetary next to Tazumal. I've never seen a more 'happy' feeling place with the vivid teals and blues... it was a place commemorating life... not death. Lastly - near Tazumal as well - take in the 'indigo' demonstration.