Cihuatan Ruins & Premium Rum Tasting Experience

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ID: GYG1298741-1985305
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Country: El Salvador

Duration: 06:00 hours


Description

Step into the ancient world of Cihuatan and uncover its history with a local guide. Then enjoy a premium rum tasting experience and take home a unique Salvadoran bottle as a special memory.
Step into the past and discover one of El Salvador’s most important archaeological sites with this unique cultural and tasting experience.

Your journey begins with pickup in central San Salvador, where you’ll travel comfortably to the ancient city of Cihuatan. As you explore the ruins with a local guide, you’ll learn about the history, traditions, and daily life of this pre-Columbian civilization. Walk through plazas, pyramids, and ceremonial areas while gaining insights you won’t find in books.

After connecting with the country’s ancient roots, continue your experience with a visit to the renowned Cihuatán rum distillery. Here, you’ll enjoy a premium rum tasting, guided through the flavors, aromas, and craftsmanship behind one of El Salvador’s most celebrated spirits.

To make your experience even more special, you’ll receive a 375 ml bottle of Indigo rum to take home—a perfect souvenir of your time in El Salvador.

This experience is designed for travelers who want more than just sightseeing. With a local guide, small groups, and a relaxed pace, you’ll enjoy a deeper, more authentic connection to the culture, history, and flavors of the country.

Highlights

  • Explore ancient Cihuatan ruins with a local expert guide
  • Enjoy a premium rum tasting at its place of origin
  • Take home a Salvadoran Indigo rum bottle as a unique souvenir

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Minimum age for rum tasting is 18 years old
Please bring a valid ID for the rum tasting experience
Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes
This experience is not suitable for people with limited mobility
Pickup is available only in central San Salvador (Zona Rosa, Escalón end San Benito)
Please be ready at your pickup location 10 minutes before departure time
The tour operates in small groups for a more personalized experience
INCLUDED
  • Pickup and drop-off in central San Salvador (Zona Rosa, Escalón end San Benito,)
  • Private transportation in a comfortable vehicle
  • Local guide throughout the experience
  • Entrance fee to Cihuatan archaeological site
  • Guided visit to Cihuatan ruins
  • Premium rum tasting experience at Cihuatán distillery
  • 375 ml bottle of Indigo Salvadoran rum (take-home)
NOT INCLUDED
  • Food and additional drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for guide and driver (optional)
  • Pickup outside central San Salvador (additional fee may apply)

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.