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Your El Salvador Holiday
Book a holiday package to El Salvador and experience travel on your own terms. If San Salvador is on your radar, you'll be charmed by its culture, nature and history. A trip to El Salvador wouldn't be complete without experiencing some of its leading cities, starting with San Salvador. Some of the most popular attractions here include Metrocentro and Catedral Metropolitano. Antiguo Cuscatlán is another favourite with El Salvador travellers. Visitors to this destination love Metrocentro and Catedral Metropolitano. Round up your loved ones and pack your bags, because your El Salvador holiday is just a few clicks away with Expedia.
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El Salvador Holiday
El Salvador might be the smallest country in Central America, but there’s a huge number of reasons to visit. Known as the Land of Volcanoes (it has around 20 of them), it’s the perfect place for nature lovers.
El Salvador Hotel + Flights
Expedia is a one-stop shop when it comes to booking your flights, hotel and extras. And with our El Salvador Holiday Packages, you can save a pretty penny too. You can also add car rental and tours to your package. With the money you save, why wouldn’t you? A tour to Boqueron Volcano or the Mayan ruins of Tazumal will make your trip even more unforgettable.
Your El Salvador Holiday Itinerary
Day 1-2: Fly into El Salvador International Airport and start your adventure in the capital, San Salvador. Explore the city’s best attractions, such as the National Palace, Plaza Libertad and El Rosario Church.
Day 3: Get behind the wheel of your rental car and cruise northwest for around an hour to the Joya de Ceren and San Andres Mayan archaeological sites. Wander around the ruins and learn more about this mysterious ancient civilisation.
Day 4-5: Continue to Cerro Verde National Park to experience some of the country’s spectacular nature. Hike breathtaking trails to the Santa Ana and Izalco volcanoes and then try some water sports at nearby Lake Coatepeque, a large crater lake.
El Salvador Information
September 15 is Independence Day, an important event for Salvadorans. It’s celebrated around the country with parades of soldiers on horseback, marching bands and fireworks. Families gather to eat a traditional meal that usually includes “pupusas” (corn cakes) — the national dish.
For travellers who like to just turn up and have everything taken care of, our El Salvador All Inclusive Hotels will tempt you.
El Salvador Essential Information
Language | Spanish |
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Currency | U.S dollars |
Local Welcome | ¡Hola! |
Local Goodbye | Adiós |
Closest Airport | El Salvador Intl. Airport (SAL) |
Population | 7,332,000 |
Top Sights | Lake Coatepeque, El Majahual Beach and El Cuco Beach |
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Lake Coatepeque
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Coatepeque, a popular spot to commune with nature in Santa Ana. Stroll along the beaches or experience the entertainment venues in this relaxing area.

Monumento al Salvador del Mundo
Admire one of the most famous landmarks in El Salvador, a towering memorial dedicated to the country’s patron, Jesus Christ.

Cuscatlán Stadium
El Salvador’s national stadium is one of the country’s most famous sporting arenas and a performance venue for major international music artists.
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