Luxury Tequila Experience: VIP Tastings & Boutique Distilleries
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Guadalajara, Mexico
- 10 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Being the national drink of Mexico, tequila plays an important role in the country's culture and history. Delve deep into the tequila- and mezcal-making experience during this full-day excursion through the state of Jalisco. Visit a local distillery to learn about the manufacturing process, enjoy a tasting at a local venue, and stop at the town of Tequila to explore.
- Learn about Mexican history and heritage
- A local breakfast and snacks are included
- Hassle-free transfers from your Guadalajara hotel
- A small group means more attention from your guide
What's Included
- BreakfastEnjoy a delicious breakfast on us!
- SnacksThe list comprises of essential items like water, chilled beer, cigarettes, peanuts, and fruit.
- Alcoholic BeveragesOur selection of tequilas is exclusively comprised of meticulously curated boutique brands.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
In order to ensure that you have everything you need, we will arrange for pick up within Guadalajara City. This includes locations such as Downtown, Americana, Chapultepec, Chapalita, and Andares. For those staying in Tlaquepaque, we will confirm the pickup location due to potential traffic and timing constraints. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to meeting you at a mutually convenient spot. Thank you
Operating hours.10:00 am
Itinerary
Your tequila-themed day trip begins with pickup at your hotel in Guadalajara and transfer via air-conditioned van to a hearty Mexican breakfast to avoid kicking off the day with an empty stomach.
Afterwards, continue on by van to visit a master tequila producer, tour the distillery, and sample eight artisan tequilas in the VIP cellar before relaxing at a scenic tequila bar overlooking the agave fields. Sip palomas and cantaritos cocktails and enjoy a spread of snacks while you snap photos of the views and relax.
Cap off your day with some free time in the town of Tequila to browse the local artisan shops, stop for a bite, and explore on your own before the return transfer and drop-off at your hotel.
Afterwards, continue on by van to visit a master tequila producer, tour the distillery, and sample eight artisan tequilas in the VIP cellar before relaxing at a scenic tequila bar overlooking the agave fields. Sip palomas and cantaritos cocktails and enjoy a spread of snacks while you snap photos of the views and relax.
Cap off your day with some free time in the town of Tequila to browse the local artisan shops, stop for a bite, and explore on your own before the return transfer and drop-off at your hotel.
1
El Arenal
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Tequila Cava de Oro
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
3
Tequila Cava de Oro
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
4
Amatitan
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Tequila
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
6
Tequila
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Cantaritos el Güero #1
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Not recommended for children
- We require each customer's Name, Weight, Height and Date of births to determine which vehicle to bring on the tour.
- We kindly ask to behave at all times. No drugs or violence will be tolerated. Thank you.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 524 reviews
Dr_P, Mar 2026
I had an excellent time Amazing tastings I learned a lot about tequila.Agave fields were gorgeous Our tour guide knew all about the distillery process Small group just 3 of us but it all clicked!
Raquel_D, Jan 2026
I can’t say enough good things about The Agave Experience Tequila Tour. From start to finish, this was one of the most well-designed, informative, and enjoyable tours I’ve done in Jalisco.
Our tour guide was outstanding—extremely knowledgeable, articulate, and clearly passionate about tequila. As a mixologist, I already understand the basics of tequila production, but what really impressed me was her ability to go far beyond the surface. She answered all of my technical questions in detail and walked us through every single step of the process with a depth of information I didn’t expect. It was refreshing to be on a tour that didn’t oversimplify things and instead respected curious, knowledgeable guests.
Our first stop was Cava de Oro, and it was absolutely stunning. The distillery has a rustic, romantic hacienda-style atmosphere that feels authentic and timeless. The setting alone is worth the visit—beautiful courtyards, barrel rooms, and multiple tasting areas. A detail I really appreciated: all tequila tastings were served in proper glassware, not plastic shot glasses. It elevated the entire experience and showed real respect for the spirit.
The second distillery was another artisanal operation, and honestly—it produced the best tequila I’ve ever had. Being able to see the full production side was fascinating: the bottle cleaning room, the factory line, and a small team of women carefully packaging tequila by hand. This tequila felt special, personal, and thoughtfully made. They also had incredible beef jerky on site, which was a fun and unexpected bonus.
Later, we headed into the town of Tequila itself, where we had time to walk around the main central area. The energy was lively—people celebrating, music playing, and a small market where you can buy tequila-related goods and local souvenirs. It was the perfect balance of cultural immersion and fun.
Lunch was at Casa Sauza, located inside the Jose Cuervo Distillery. The food was good by Mexican standards—solid, flavorful, and satisfying. Breakfast earlier in the day was a small, authentic Mexican spot that felt very local. While the food wasn’t anything extraordinary, it was genuinely traditional and absolutely worth experiencing. I tried cactus tacos for the first time, and once I added cilantro, onion, salsa, salt, and seasoning, they were delicious. A charming touch: there was a friendly pet rooster wandering around the restaurant, which made the experience feel even more authentic.
By the end of the day, I was full, happy, slightly buzzed, and genuinely felt like I had made lifelong friends. The pacing of the tour was excellent, the variety of experiences was thoughtful, and nothing felt rushed.
If you’re even remotely interested in tequila—whether you’re a beginner or someone with real knowledge—this tour is 100% worth the money. It’s educational, fun, beautifully curated, and leaves you with a deep appreciation for tequila, the people who make it, and the region itself.
Highly, highly recommend.
Jennifer_H, Dec 2025
Me encantó andar con Andrea. Fue de lo máximo.
Aprendí bastante sobre el tequila y los tastings estaban de maravilla
I had the best time with Andrea. I learned so much about making tequila and the tasking were amazing.
I definitely recommend
Jonathan_R, Nov 2025
We had an incredible time on The Agave Experience Tequila Tour! Our guide, Andrea, was amazing — she explained every step of the tequila-making process with such detail that we left feeling like experts. The tasting experience was excellent, and she even stopped in the agave fields so we could take some great photos.
Andrea also took us to a few great local spots where the food was amazing, and we got to visit the viral bar where drinks are served in clay cups.
Visiting the town of Tequila itself was another highlight, especially since there was a red-carpet event happening that added a unique local flair to the day.
Overall, this tour was the highlight of our trip to Guadalajara. We learned a a lot of tequilas, had a ton of fun, and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to experience real Jalisco culture and the heart of tequila production.
Callum_R, Nov 2025
Best experience ever, made coming to Guadalajara so worth it. Mariana was an amazing host, she really knows her tequila! Would recommend to anyone
Ana_C, Nov 2025
Andrea was great. Very knowledgeable! She took us to two small Mexican owned distilleries and explained the whole process.
char, Sep 2025
This tour was one of the best ones we did! From start to finish it went smooth, thanks to Jorge for his excellent service, communication & knowledge on all things Tequila & Jalisco. The tour is well worth every moment every cent spent. We learnt along the way from Jorge & appreciated the visits to all local joints along the way for food run by locals. We absolutely loved the chance to visit Cantarito El Güero #1 at the end of the tour. We wouldn’t have visited otherwise & we got to experience it first time. This tour is exceptional!
Guzzla_B, Aug 2025
This tour starts off with a great local breakfast and you'll surely need it. This is a day of tasting some great Tequila. Andrea was great. She explained the distillation process from start to finish and what goes into to making a great Tequila on to the best way to consume it. I left the tour with a better appreciation of each style from the Blonco to the extra Anjeo and what to pair them with. We got a chance to cruise around Tequila town and finish the tour at the well known spot El Guero. Don't pass up on this tour.
Vanthana_B, Aug 2025
I did the Agave Experience tour with Andrea and got super lucky — I was the only one on the tour that day, so it felt really personal. Andrea told me their tours are always customized to the group, no matter the size, which I thought was great.
She’s so knowledgeable and has a background in food engineering, so I learned a ton about the tequila-making process, the different varieties, and even how to drink tequila like a pro. The tasting at Cava de Oro was one of my favorite parts — amazing tequila, and no pressure at all to buy anything. What I also loved is that the tour is run by their company (not the distillery), so it felt more genuine and flexible.
Andrea also took me to a nice spot for lunch, we stopped in the agave fields for photos, and then spent some time exploring the town of Tequila. Overall, it was such a fun day and I’d definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting.
Daniel_E, Aug 2025
This was one of the best experiences that I have ever booked on Viator. We came to Guadalajara for my husbands birthday and we enjoyed everything thoroughly. It became one of the most memorable days ever. Andie, who was our guide, was extremely knowledgeable about tequila and the tequila making process. You can tell she has forged great relationships with everyone she’s come into contact with. The little taco shop we stopped at in the beginning had some of the best tacos I’ve ever had.
Andie was extremely patient and kind and willing to share all of her knowledge. By the end of the tour we felt like the best of friends and knew not just about how to taste tequila, but the ins and outs of the process. The locations were beautiful and it was truly one of the most unforgettable days we’ve ever had.
Michael_H, Aug 2025
This was a great experience! Andie had it all covered and was very knowledgeable about not only tequila, but Mexican history, culture and more. She was a blast to hang out with for the day. We would recommend this trip to anyone who loves tequila, but wants to know more and learn it from a fun and exciting person. Great guide!
Anonymous, Jul 2025
Our day in the magical town of Tequila was absolutely unforgettable! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide than Andrea. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and made us feel like family the entire time.
The tequila tastings were top-tier we learned so much about the agave process, visited incredible distilleries, and even got to taste some rare and artisanal varieties. The town of Tequila itself was full of charm, culture, and beautiful views. My entire family loved every moment.
Andrea truly made the experience special. Her passion for the region and tequila culture shines through, and she went above and beyond to make sure everyone was having a great time. If you're considering this tour, book it and ask for Andrea. It was the highlight of our trip!
Braulio_S, May 2025
Pedro was amazing, patient, didn’t rush us, and explained very well. Top quality service. Would forsure take another tour with him.
Sherry_S, May 2025
Our guide, Andrea, was very knowledgeable and we all learned so much about the tequila process. The places she took us to were top notch and I tasted some of the best tequila I have ever had. We all had so much fun and I plan on doing this same tour next time my daughter comes from California. I highly recommend this tour!
Christian_M, Mar 2025
We had a fantastic time with Andie, eating and drinking our way through el Arenal and tequila. She also gave us fantastic reqs for where to go for the evening and dinner in Guadalajara- I recommend unreservedly :)
Hilary_S, Mar 2025
We really enjoyed our day spent learning about tequila and exploring the region outside of Guadalajara. We especially enjoyed our guides (Jorge) and thought they provided a berth of knowledge about tequila production and consumption. This was the perfect day trip. The stops at 2 distilleries and the town of Tequila were just the right amount. We also enjoyed the breakfast at a local place for Gorditas and then a late lunch at a local restaurant outside of Tequila. All in this tour was about 9 hours. Before this trip, most of my family members viewed tequila in a totally different light than they do now... in fact we are now tequila enthusiasts!
Ross_W, Mar 2025
Learned a lot about the history of tequila, enjoyed multiple tastings of quality tequila, visited multiple distilleries and had delicious food.
Manuel_B, Mar 2025
It was awesome and very informative! She took the time to explain everything very well and showed up the whole process.
Frank_A, Feb 2025
In depth tour of the Tequila making process, the Meals and follow up tasting were fun too. Andrea was a great guide
Jessica_A, Feb 2025
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable (in fact I overheard how another tour was going and realized we got the smart tour guide lol). The tour was extremely well paced between touring distilleries and tastings. Yes, you do taste quite a bit of tequila, but it's manageable with time between tastings.
Nancy_M, Feb 2025
We had a very informative tour with Andie. She brought us to small distilleries with excellent tasting tequilas. We also had an amazing breakfast in a family run restaurant. We would highly recommend this tour.
Bonnie_M, Dec 2024
Andie was such a great tour guide! She was knowledgeable and friendly. She knew all the secret spots to take us and now we have fabulous memories!
Farnaz_J, Dec 2024
We had an amazing experience on our tequila tour with Pedro as our guide. He was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about tequila, making the tour both fun and educational. Breakfast at a local spot was delicious and a perfect way to start the day. Both distilleries we visited were fantastic, and Tequila Town itself was beautiful and vibrant, filled with unique charm and colorful streets. Our private tour ran smoothly from start to finish, making the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. Highly recommend!
Albert_C, Oct 2024
A wonderful look at the tequila making process with an in-depth perspective on the people and communities that make it possible. We enjoyed Pedro's expertise and insight as we got to explore the process from growing to bottling.
Ema_R, Oct 2024
Beyond expectations. Outstanding tequila tasting in cave. Tour guide, Pedro, was personable, knowledgeable and professional
Caroline_G, Oct 2024
Last minute trip to Mexico and a day to make the most of my time I am so glad I booked this tour! They picked me up/ dropped me off at my hotel and from start to finish were incredibly kind and courteous to me.
Our group was comprised of 7 of us total and our guides were Andy and Pedro. We had so much fun cultivating relationships and they made us feel welcomed and took the time to get to know us. We traveled to two distilleries and then into Tequila with a final stop to the famous Cantaritos El Guero. The day was so enjoyable and am so happy with it.
Henry_H, Oct 2024
We had an amazing time!
The ride was comfortable and the tour was extensive. Our guides were extremely friendly and knowledgeable.
Learned a lot, drank a lot!
sergio_s, Oct 2024
Pedro was a great guide, extremely knowledgeable about the Tequila production process, and all other forms of alcohol in general. He was very patient with our group, and answered all of our questions. To top it off he has a great sense of humor, and was just overall fun to be with for the entire trip. My wife and I plan on doing this trip again with other friends in the future.
Inderpreet_D, Oct 2024
Andrea was a fantastic guide and we would recommend this tour to anyone. She is incredibly knowledgeable and patiently answered all of our questions. The distilleries she chose were excellent and we received a truly behind the scenes, personalized experience throughout the day. Andi allowed us to set the pace and timed each event carefully. We are so grateful that she graciously spent her birthday with us. We highly recommend this experience to anyone who is looking for a personalized, carefully curated, top notch tour.
Amy_L, Sep 2024
I had the best time on this tour. Andrea was my guide—it was just the two of us and it felt like spending a day out with a close friend. She’s very warm, fun, and knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing her tequila knowledge. I appreciated how educational the tour was while still feeling like a fun adventure. I highly recommend it!
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