Route of Pre-Columbian Villages Tour

Indigenous and colonial heritage in the west

Travel back in time through villages rich in indigenous and colonial heritage. We begin our journey in western El Salvador, passing historic churches dating from the 17th and 18th centuries.

Crafts in Nahuizalco and coffee in Juayúa

Our first stop is Nahuizalco, whose name means «the four Izalcos» in Nahuat. This indigenous-colonial town is known for its beautiful basketry and wood crafts, perfect for picking up authentic local souvenirs. Next, we visit Juayúa, or «River of purple orchids», a town with deep roots in coffee production, which played a key role in the country’s economy for over a century.

Dining in Apaneca and murals in Ataco

We continue to the lovely town of Apaneca, where we’ll enjoy a delicious local lunch. Finally, we head to the vibrant village of Concepción de Ataco, filled with street murals and color. Here, we’ll visit a coffee plantation to observe the process from bean to cup. At the end of the tour, we will return directly to your hotel.