10 of the Best Tequila Tours in Mexico Per Viator Travelers

Situated on the coast of Nayarit—the northern neighbor to the home of tequila, Jalisco—Sayulita is the ideally situated spot to try some of the country’s coolest spirits. Visit not one but several of the best food and drink spots in Sayulita on this tour. You’ll sample tequila, mezcal, and raicilla (tequila’s underrated agave cousin), as well as taste delicious tacos, to get a real immersion into Mexican culinary culture. After trying these small-batch spirits, you’ll be a tequila connoisseur in no time.

What one reviewer said: “This was a great tour that took us out of the normal areas. [...] We had fantastic food and drinks. Marco was an amazing tour guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and a good time. I highly recommend this tour.” Chena_M, October 2025

Maybe Nayarit isn’t on your vacation radar, but Los Cabos almost certainly will be, and you best believe you can squeeze in some tequila tours while you’re there. During this beach-adjacent, private tequila tasting in Cabo San Lucas, you’ll sample no fewer than nine different agave-based spirits (tequila and mezcal), while also diving deep into the artisanal process behind each and every bottle. Combine your tequila with some famous Mexican delicacies too for a holistic experience—expect crunchy grasshoppers, dark chocolate, and seafood.

What one reviewer said: “[This tour] was informative and interesting. Luis was entertaining and knows a lot about tequila and mezcal. I love it when people love what they do and want to share it with others. Definitely recommend!” Belinda_C, November 2025

You’ve almost certainly heard of José Cuervo—the global tequila brand based in Tequila, Jalisco—but have you ever visited the fields where the agave is grown? Well, this full-day tour from Guadalajara is your chance to do so. As well as touring the pueblo mágico of Tequila, home to many a tequila distillery, you’ll also get to explore the José Cuervo Distillery itself and head into the agave fields to see the plants in their natural habitat. Samples are, of course, included.

What one reviewer said: “José was a fantastic tour guide. Friendly, funny, informative, and happy to lead our group. I'd highly recommend this guide either solo, couple, or as a family.” Arthur_V, May 2025

The island of Cozumel might not be the most likely spot to try tequila—it’s on the other side of the country from Jalisco, after all!—but it is one of the most convenient, given it’s a popular cruise ship stop. Situated just off the Yucatán Peninsula, here you can sip tequila with ocean views. Besides the small-group tequila tasting, your itinerary also includes a snorkeling tour of the Yucab reef, followed by a relaxing massage. Don’t worry—the snorkeling comes before the tequila, and all your snorkel gear, as well as beach chair and umbrella usage, are included in the fee.

What one reviewer said: “[This tour is] a really relaxing getaway that helps rejuvenate your social battery, especially if you have been on a cruise ship and will go back on one later that night.” Aidan_K, July 2025

Puerto Vallarta, though also a popular departure point for tours to Tequila itself, is somewhere you can simply hang out and try the spirit without taking a transfer first. At prime sunset hour, simply hop on a bike (or walk; both options are available) and make your way to some of Puerto Vallarta's best taco stands and bars to sample tacos, tequila, and mezcal. With five food tastings and three drink tastings over three hours, you’ll still be able to expertly ride your bike—all while picking up valuable knowledge of Mexican spirits and tacos along the way.

What one reviewer said: “Erik was our guide for the Tacos and Tequila walking tour [...] and he was excellent! The pace was perfect and his sense of humor made the entire experience very fun.” A Tripadvisor Reviewer, November 2025

Not far from Mexico City is one of Mexico’s most recognizable (and popular) archaeological ruins—Teotihuacán, a must for any traveler headed to the capital for the first time. Not only is this site (also known as the City of the Gods) a vast complex of towering pyramid temples and ancient ball courts, it’s also a wonderfully evocative spot to sample some tequila. On this tour, explore the site with a guide before visiting an artisan cooperative and trying tequila, mezcal, and even pulque—a historic fermented beverage.

What one reviewer said: “I would recommend to any of my friends, family, or others looking for a good experience.” Chris_C, September 2025

Want to go right to the source? This guided experience in Tequila, Jalisco, includes a trip through the blue agave fields—a UNESCO site—before you head to an artisanal distillery where you can learn how the agave is cultivated and turned into tequila. After a guided tequila tasting, you’ll head back to the state capital, Guadalajara, in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle (essential in this often hot-and-sticky destination) and enjoy free time to roam around the city’s many markets and monuments independently.

What one reviewer said: “Carmen was a great tour guide! Very knowledgeable and passionate about her work. [She] did an excellent job explaining the distillation process in the making of tequila.” Ricardo_M, October 2025

Make a real day of it in Cancún and combine many of the city’s top experiences—ziplines, ATV adventures, and cenote exploration—with a tequila tasting, too. You’ll kick off your day by riding an ATV in an adventure eco-park before taking to the water, then wrapping things up with some samples of the famous spirit. It’s the ideal way to see and do a bunch of typical Mexican activities in one easy package—plus, tequila never tastes quite as good as when you’re tired out after a busy day.

What one reviewer said: “This was a great experience! The ATV was so much fun. [...] Tequila tasting was a blast. It was the best tequila I tasted my whole trip. Cenote was gorgeous!” Bernedette_P, December 2025

Try something a little different and combine two essential Mexican cultural experiences into one convenient half-day excursion on this guided tour in Mazatlán. First, you’ll visit a temazcal—a traditional, pre-Hispanic sweat lodge—and enjoy a mud and steam treatment to get your skin glowing, before sampling some tequila accompanied by a typical Mexican lunch. Think of it as a tequila tasting with some relaxing (and super local) spa treatments thrown in for good measure, and one way to cover multiple Mexico bucket-list items.

What one reviewer said: “Everything was great. The sweat lodge and the shaman were inspirational and healing. The food and drinks were wonderful. The service was always helpful. [...] Totally enjoyable day.” marybv, November 2025

Tasting tequila is all well and good, but what can you actually do with it? Learn all things tequila cocktails during this small-group mixology masterclass in a Mexico City speakeasy-style bar, a super convenient option for travelers who are only visiting the capital. This tequila experience teaches you how to turn the liquor into delicious concoctions that will have your friends back home truly impressed—and will ensure that the bottle of tequila on your shelf doesn’t just gather dust.

What one reviewer said: “This cocktail class was amazing. Jimena led our cocktail class and she was [...] very knowledgeable and very accommodating. I said I didn’t like the ingredients in the second cocktail so she created one that I could make with different ingredients, and it was amazing.” Rachel_M, February 2024