Tequila

Tours

Visit Tequila on a guided day tour from Guadalajara. Learn about the history and production of Mexico's most iconic drink, taste a variety of different tequilas, and explore the charming "Pueblo Mágico" of Tequila. Start with pickup from your hotel in Guadalajara and travel by private transportation to an artisanal tequila factory located in the town of El Arenal. Capture wonderful photos of the vast agave fields and learn about the different steps in creating traditional tequila. Try 5 types of tequila and an agave beer at the factory while you recite the "drunkard's prayers". Afterward, there will be a stop to purchase some lunch at a popular restaurant featuring live mariachi music. Travel to the "Pueblo Mágico" of Tequila and stroll through the charming streets. You can also visit a traditional bar to try the most famous cocktail in the region made with "cantaritos" tequila. After some time in the town, relax on the return journey to Guadalajara, with drop-off at your hotel.

Explore the Tequila Route on a full-day tour from Guadalajara. Visit the agave fields, the Tequila Selecto distillery, the El Pedregal hacienda, the magic town of Tequila, and the most famous cantaritos bar, "El Guero." Enjoy a tasting of artisanal tequilas and a pairing to enhance the experience. The first stop is at the Puerta del Agave, where you will enjoy the beautiful visit offered by the viewpoint of the Tequila volcano. There you will learn about the history and roots of Tequila. Continue to the Tequila Selecto distillery, where you take a guided tour of the facilities to learn about the ancestral processes, current methods, and the various aging processes of tequila. Finish the tour with a professional tasting accompanied by a pairing where you can learn all the secrets of tequila. Next, visit the El Pedregal hacienda where you have an open bar tasting. Take the time to ride the giant swings and capture beautiful photos of the volcano and the agave landscape. Then, discover the magic town of Tequila, where you will have free time to taste the typical food, and visit emblematic places such as Jose Cuervo, Casa Sauza. See the various museums as you stroll the town's picturesque streets full of tequila shops. Finally, make a stop at the famous Cantaritos el Guero. Taste this typical drink and dance to the rhythm of a live band.

We begin in the fields of the agave landscape, where you will discover all about the origin of tequila. You will learn directly from the local farmers the details of the work in the fields and their fundamental role in the quality of tequila. Our second stop is an artisanal distillery, where you will explore the ancestral, semi-industrial and industrial production processes of tequila. The experience culminates with a professional tasting in a crystal glass, paired with exquisite food to bring out the flavors of the tequila. Right here we will teach you how to recognize a 100% tequila from a mixed tequila. The third stop is in Amatitán, at the impressive viewpoint of the Tequila volcano and its agave fields. Here you will be able to climb the giant swings and capture incredible photos in the most beautiful corners of the hacienda "El Pedregal". At this stop we will have the second tequila tasting, open bar, where we will share with you the history of the town that really saw the birth of this famous drink. Then, we head to the charming Pueblo Magico of Tequila. You will have free time to taste the typical gastronomy, buy handicrafts, stroll through its colorful streets and explore its emblematic historical sites, such as the Jose Cuervo and Sauza haciendas, the emblematic mural and the famous TEQUILA letters in the middle of the main square. Finally, we end the tour at the famous "Cantaritos El Güero", where you will enjoy the typical drink of the region in a vibrant atmosphere, with live music that will make this an unforgettable experience.

Embark on an unforgettable guided tour of the Tequila Route, departing from the vibrant city of Guadalajara, Jalisco. This tour is designed to offer a complete immersion in the rich tradition and culture surrounding one of Mexico's most iconic beverages: tequila. The tour begins with an early departure from Guadalajara, allowing you to enjoy a scenic drive surrounded by vast fields of blue agave, a view that is both breathtaking and educational, as these fields are the birthplace of the essential raw material for tequila production, also known as the "Agave Landscape," a World Heritage Site. The first stop on the tour is at the "Don Cayo" distillery, where you will receive a warm welcome from an expert. Here, you will discover the fascinating process of tequila production, which includes harvesting the agave piñas, cooking, grinding, fermentation, and distillation. You will have the opportunity to observe each stage up close and learn about the traditional techniques that have been perfected over generations. In addition, you will experience the barrel aging process, which gives tequila its distinct flavor profiles. During the distillery tour, you will taste a variety of tequilas, from blanco to reposado, añejo, and tequila liqueurs. Each tasting will be accompanied by a detailed explanation of the differences in flavor and aroma, as well as how these variations are produced. Tequila experts will share their knowledge and answer your questions, enriching your understanding of this iconic drink. The next stop will be at some agave fields that are part of the agave landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2006. Your tour guide will share historical and cultural anecdotes about tequila, its origins, and its role in Mexican identity. This additional context will enrich your appreciation for the drink and the tradition that surrounds it. For lunch, you will stop at a local restaurant offering a selection of traditional dishes. You will enjoy a delicious meal that will complement your experience. The tour also includes a visit to the town of Tequila, where you can explore its charming colonial architecture and enjoy the authentic and vibrant atmosphere of the region. You will also visit the local market and craft shops, where you can purchase unique souvenirs and typical products of the region. As a last stop, we will visit the famous "el Güero" cantaritos, where you can try this traditional drink and spend some time in the magical and fun atmosphere of this place. At the end of the tour, you will return to Guadalajara with a deeper understanding of tequila and the rich cultural heritage of Jalisco. The guided tour of the Tequila Route offers a complete experience that combines education, culture, and tasting, ideal for lovers of tequila and Mexican tradition.

We leave from Guadalajara in the morning to enjoy the day to the fullest. We will travel by road for approximately one hour until we reach our first point: "Vampires of San Luis Soyatlan." Vampires are a typical drink of the region based on Tequila, which we can purchase to enjoy along the way. Our next stop is the bridge of wishes, here we will do a small activity where we will write our favorite wish and we will leave it on this bridge with the expectation that it will be fulfilled as soon as possible. We will continue our journey to the magical town of Mazamitla, where we will appreciate the classic architecture of a Swiss town. Here we will learn about the production process of cajeta in an artisanal Cajeta factory. After the tasting, we will go to the center of Mazamitla where we will have free time to walk its beautiful streets, eat a traditional corn tamale or eat in one of the typical fonditas. If time permits, you can tour part of the city on horseback or ATV. (Activity not included) Finally, we will go to our last stop: "Adventure World" It is an amusement park and extreme activities such as zip lines, ATV rides, Razers, hanging bridge, among others. Here you will also be able to see wild animals such as tigers and lions. After this stop, we are ready for our return to Guadalajara.

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Jalisco, the ultimate destination for tequila lovers. Enjoy a guided tour of the town of Tequila with convenient transportation from Guadalajara. Explore the vast agave fields and discover the secrets behind the production of Mexico’s most famous spirit at the legendary José Cuervo distillery. Upon arrival, step into the stunning blue agave fields, where the roots of this sacred drink’s tradition begin. Your expert guide will explain how agave is carefully cultivated, harvested, and prepared for the tequila-making process. Next, head to downtown Tequila and visit La Rojeña, the oldest tequila distillery, where this iconic beverage has been crafted for over 200 years. Witness the process from start to finish—watch as the agave is cooked, extracted, fermented, and distilled to perfection. Finally, enjoy free time to explore the charming town of Tequila. Savor a delicious meal at one of the many restaurants in the main square, including an upscale dining experience owned by José Cuervo. You can also try local specialties such as fresh seafood, tacos, or the beloved street snack 'marquesitas.

Learn all about Tequila on a guided tour. Visit the fields where agave grows, a distillery for a tasting, and the towns of Tequila and Amatitán with a certified guide. Start your adventure by being picked up from the lobby of your hotel or another address in Guadalajara. Head off along Mexico's Tequila Trail. First, stop to admire the Agave Landscape. Take photos and walk among the agave plants in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See how this raw material for Tequila reproduces. Next, discover how Mexico's national drink is made at an artisanal distillery. Watch all the steps involved in creating different types of Tequila. Then, enjoy a Tequila tasting experience before visiting the Magical Town of Tequila. Explore downtown Tequila, see the church, buy arts and crafts, and try the local food and drinks like 'cantaritos.' Finally, hop back into the van to return to Guadalajara.

Learn the process of tequila and taste 4 types of tequila, including: Blanco, Reposado, aged, extra aged and two tequila liqueurs. This is one of the most photogenic distilleries, where Cristian Nodal's Adiós Amor video was shot and where Adam Levine (Maroon 5) makes his tequila. With one of the most beautiful views in the region, we will visit the Tequila Swing. We'll get on the swing where we can enjoy the agave landscape. Visit the magical town of Tequila and enjoy its historic church and bustling center. Eat in the village market, taste the famous Quesabirria or the meat to the Tequila, the culinary exquisiteness of the region. Discover the secrets that the village hides, its mural, the walker José Cuervo, its historic kiosk or the Papantla flyer show. We end at the famous Cantaritos el Güero #1, one of the most internationally known spots on the Tequila route. Spend some time dancing and enjoying some regional music. This place is famous for its giant shots of up to 21 liters and for being the place with the biggest daily party in all of Mexico.

Unlimited tequila included! Party aboard a barrel-shaped bus, sing, dance and have fun while you tour the town on a cultural tour with a certificated guide; get to know the agave fields where you can take a souvenir photo; Visit the "La Aguirreña" factory, learn the tequila process and end with a tasting of more than 5 types of tequila and liquors. It starts in the center of town and ends at the same point. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Discover the elaboration process of tequila by visiting a traditional distillery, and you can upgrade your experience by selecting the option of visiting a second distillery, the José Cuervo Distillery. Drive into the countryside of Mexico’s renowned tequila-producing region for a tour and tasting at one of the most famous tequila distilleries in the world. Pass the agave fields en route from Guadalajara. Then, learn about the fermentation process, and past and present-day tequila production techniques. Discover tequila’s indigenous origins and the Spanish who distilled the beverage into the tequila known today. At the end of the guided visit, you will enjoy a tasting of this national drink after exploring the town of Tequila with your guide. In the case that you choose the José Cuervo Distillery option, you would be transferred to Tequila after the visit to said distillery. During the 1-hour drive to Tequila, stop to admire mountain vistas and the fields of agave azul (blue agave), the succulent plant used to make tequila, Mexico’s national drink. These blue-green patches of agave plants blend beautifully with the earth tones in the natural landscape. At Tequila, you will be given free time to explore its streets on your own, you can have lunch or go shopping and purchase some tequila for you to remember the experience! Finally, you will again meet your guide to return to Guadalajara and be dropped at one of the three possible points downtown.