The 10 Best Tequila Town Day Trips from Guadalajara

1.Full Day Tour to Tequila and Amatitán with Fun and Culture

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 681 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47Our pick

Spend about nine and a half hours with a bilingual guide such as Francisco, visiting Tres Mujeres distillery, Amatitán’s historic caves, the town of Tequila, and Cantaritos El Güero. You’ll learn how tequila is made, taste tequilas and liqueurs, hear local stories, and have time for lunch and photos. Transport is air-conditioned and included.

“Everything was great. Our tour guide Francisco was very well versed with the different places we went to. His stories were engaging and fun. Also a great english speaker. He even helped us after the tour with some translation and helped us track down something we lost at the day of the tour. Really enjoyed the tour!”

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2.Tequila Town and Cantaritos El Guero

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 211 reviews · 9 hours · from $42

Travel from Guadalajara in a white van to El Arenal, tour Tequila Don Cayo, taste five tequilas, stop for lunch with mariachi, explore Tequila town, and finish with cantaritos in Amatitán. Guides such as Alejandro, Alex, Ricardo, and Leonardo have helped English-speaking visitors follow along, though English service can vary by departure.

“Great day out. We did book an English tour but the guide only spoke Spanish. However we muddled through and the guide at the tequila factory spoke English. Had a fantastic, fun and interesting day.”

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3.Premium Tequila Route with professional tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 139 reviews · from $52

Spend 8.5 hours with bilingual guides such as Edna or Kim exploring agave fields, a small distillery, Amatitán, Tequila, and Cantaritos El Güero. You will taste five premium tequilas in crystal glasses with wine pairing, learn to spot 100% agave tequila, and enjoy a second open-bar tasting. Eat breakfast first.

“mindblowig experience. I really travel a lot. I usually have a good luck to get amazing experience. But this time it was an increadible experience and I wish I god give them more stars then availailable here. Good job, you are great. Thank you Edna for being with us.”

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4.Tequila/Guachimontones Tour-cultural heritage route

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $95

Travel from Guadalajara to the circular pyramids of Guachimontones, then visit a local tequila distillery and the town of Tequila. Guides Daniel or Guadalupe lead small groups in English, with private transportation, admissions, tastings, water, and Gatorade included. Bring money for lunch and prepare for an uphill walk at the ruins.

“Very nice boutique tour combining pyramids and tequila distillery visit. The guide Guadalupe was very responsive, friendly and knowledgeable on the topics.”

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5.Tequila Route Experience from Guadalajara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $40Best value

Travel from Guadalajara to the blue agave fields and Tequila with an English-speaking guide such as Carmen, José Luis, or José. Tour a small distillery, taste blanco, reposado, añejo, and extra añejo tequila, stop for a clay-jar cocktail, and enjoy free time in Tequila. Air-conditioned transport, water, and insurance are included.

“Carmen was amazing 🤩 ! Tour expectacular Will defetnely do IT a gain ! My family was very happy with the whole tour”

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6.Classic Tequila Route Tour from Guadalajara and cantaritos el GÜERO!!!

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 94 reviews · from $41

Spend 8.5 hours touring Jalisco’s tequila country from Guadalajara. Visit Don Cayo, learn how agave becomes tequila, taste several styles, walk through Tequila town, and finish at Cantaritos El Güero. Guides such as Edna, Kim, Navi, and Leo have led past departures, with English and Spanish available.

“Amazing value for everything you get to do. The town of tequila is so beautiful and rich with culture! Our tour guide Navi was lovely and made the experience that much better. Definitely recommend!”

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7.Private Full-Day Tour to Tequila and Guachimontones

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 66 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.)

Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle from Guadalajara to Guachimontones and Tequila. You’ll explore the unusual circular pyramids with an English or Spanish guide, tour and taste at Don Cayo, stroll Tequila town, photograph agave fields, and stop at Cantaritos El Güero. Guides such as Jesús and Mauricio are often requested for their local insight.

“Best experience ever. Jesus our driver was the perfect host, his knowledge and explanations made us feel like locals . Plenty of time to wander and discover .Highly recommended . A+++++”

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8.Town of Tequila & Jose Cuervo Factory Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 50 reviews · 9 hours · from $145

Travel from Guadalajara to Tequila with an English or Spanish-speaking guide, visit blue agave fields and José Cuervo’s La Rojeña distillery, then enjoy several hours for lunch and exploring. Guides such as Ramón are praised for clear answers and friendly service. Pickup is available at selected Guadalajara hotels or the Plaza del Sol meeting point.

“Excelente, Ramón como guía 100 puntos. y el auto limpio, con aire y buena charla !”

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9.Horse Riding on the Tequila Route with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 7 hours · from $210

Spend seven hours with a bilingual guide such as Delfino exploring Amatitán and Tequila. Taste blanco, reposado, and añejo tequila above Tequila Canyon, ride calmly through blue agave fields, visit a family distillery, walk Tequila’s center, and eat regional food at La Taberna de La Cofradia.

“Great combination of activities. Tequila tasting on the top of the hill with beautiful surrounding views and horse riding among the agave fields were definitely the highlights.”

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10.Tequila Town and Cantarito Making Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 8 hours · from $104

Spend eight hours with a bilingual guide traveling from Guadalajara to Tequila and Amatitán. Make your own cantarito with a professional barman, visit a traditional premium distillery, taste several tequilas, explore town centers, and walk along the slopes of the Tequila Volcano. Guides may include Roberto, Héctor, or Sebastián.

“Sebastian was such an amazing guide! He was very knowledgeable and helpful. We learned so much about Tequila! Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking for a fun day trip.”

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