Tours and Trips in Guadalajara

All aboard the Jose Cuervo Express® for the trip between Guadelajara and Tequila, where you'll learn about Mexico's most iconic spirit. Choose between two itineraries that offer a full cultural immersion, from guided tastings with a master tequilero to distillery tours, agave harvesting demos, and a fun Mexican show. This full-day Tequila tour includes round-trip transport by train and bus with seats in the Jose Cuervo Express® Premium Wagon, as well as snacks, drinks, and all activities.

Make the most of your time in Guadalajara with a private day trip to two small towns in Jalisco known for their artisans and craft markets. Going with a guide gives you access to behind-the-scenes demonstrations and a short class on how to make an equipal, or leather furniture specific to the region. No need to plan logistics: Homemade lunch and round-trip hotel transport is included.

Add a family-friendly day to your itinerary with an all-inclusive admission ticket to the Guadalajara Zoo, home to over 390 species from all over the world. Take a relaxing train ride through the park, or enjoy the rare opportunity to pass over the animals from 15 meters in the air on the Sky cable car. No need to purchase separate tickets - both rides are included in this package.

Discover all of Guadalajara's top attractions during this in-depth day tour, with free time to explore the arts and gastronomy hub of Tlaquepaque. Get a peek at the controversial work of Mexican muralist Jose Clemente Orozco, and discover the city's most stunning panoramic view. After visiting all the main landmarks, you'll head to Tlaquepaque village. Linger over a tasty lunch platter, pop into an art gallery, or shop for handicraft souvenirs.

Experience Guadalajara's vibrant nightlife and its sights illuminated by night on a 4-hour evening tour. Alongside your guide, you'll visit popular Guadalajara bars to drink tequila shots and taste traditional Mexican drinks. In between enjoying the atmosphere of each bar, you'll see illuminated landmarks such as Guadalajara Cathedral and the Historic Center (Centro Histórico). Learn about the history and local culture of the city and receive insightful recommendations from your guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Set out from Guadalajara on a day trip to explore the city of Zapopan, peruse its pedestrian-only street and see its two main attractions: The Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan and the Huichol Art Museum. After arriving in Zapopan you'll visit the stunning 17th century basilica, home to a revered statue of the Virgin Mary and a popular pilgrimage site for Catholics. Next door is the museum highlighting the region's indigenous Huichol people. Browse intricate beadworks, yarn paintings and other artworks while learning about their culture and heritage.

Visit some of the most architecturally interesting buildings and important Roman Catholic sites in Jalisco. The tour is a nice balance of guided commentary and time on your own to explore at your leisure. Start the tour with an early pick up from Guadalajara, arriving in Jalostotitlán to see the sites. From there, continue to San Juan de los Lagos, with its revered holy sites and bustling marketplace before heading home.

Guadalajara's UNESCO World Heritage site Hospicio Cabañas is one of the oldest and largest hospitals in America. Founded in 1791, the building's interior features a striking 32-meter dome and famous frescoes by Jose Clemente Orozco. This tour allows you to skip the line and enter the complex immediately.

Discover the astounding architecture of Guadalajara and the provincial charm of Tlaquepaque on a 5-hour sightseeing tour. Admire legendary landmarks and historical monuments in Guadalajara's colonial downtown, marveling at the majesty of the cathedral and the theater. Embrace the vibrant atmosphere of the grand market before journeying to the quaint, cobbled streets of Tlaquepaque to explore bespoke boutiques bursting with artisan treasures.

Immerse yourself in the archaeological history of Guachimontones on this 6-hour trip from Guadalajara. Learn about the civilization that built this site, just discovered in the early 1970s. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Guadalajara included.

Discover the architecture and the historical and cultural significance of Guadalajara on this guided half-day tour. Learn about the important Mexican muralists, including Jose Clemente Orozco and his work, and see examples of this artwork. Plus, visit historical sites like the Cabañas Orphanage, which features 57 of Orozco's fresco murals, along with the Cathedral, the Degollado Theatre, and more.

Indulge in a quintessential Guadalajara evening of mariachi music and tequila tasting. Delve into local culture with an intro to these two Guadalajaran delights. Enjoy the live sounds of a mariachi band in the city's downtown historic district and learn the genre's regional connection from an experienced guide. Next visit a traditional cantina for a crash course in tequila making and tasting. Your nightlife tour continues at the same bar afterward so prepare you palate and get ready for additional imbibing, or simply spend some time chatting with local residents.

Sample shots of tasty tequila in the atmospheric private cellar of one of the world's oldest tequila distilleries on an exclusive VIP tour of Casa Jose Cuervo from Guadalajara. On thisExclusive tour, that can't be booked anywhere else, treat your taste buds to a gourmet Mexican lunch before taking a cultural tour of the town of Tequila. Explore the globally renowned Jose Cuervo distillery, upgrading to create a tequila bottle with a personalized label, and sample the famed beverage in a private quarter. Round-trip transportation from your Guadalajara hotel is included, and an intimate experience is guaranteed on this small-group tour limited to 13 people.

Explore the luscious lakeside villages of Ajijic and Chapala on a half-day tour from Guadalajara. Admire the scenic splendor of Lake Chapala (Lago de Chapala), Mexico's largest natural lake, before enjoying an idyllic boat ride to Scorpion Island (Isla de los Alacranes). Wander the cobblestone streets of picturesque Ajijic as you appreciate the colonial majesty and provincial charm of its architecture. Experience personalized attention from your guide with tour numbers limited to 13 people on this small-group tour.

Discover the luscious landscape of Mexico's renowned tequila-producing region on a full-day tequila tour to Jalisco. Visit one of the world's most famous tequila distilleries to tour and taste your way around this iconic establishment. Explore historical agave fields during your journey from Guadalajara and acquire knowledge of the complex fermentation process integral to producing delicious tequila. Savor the fiery flavor of Mexico's national drink while your guide offers knowledgeable narration. An intimate experience is guaranteed on this small-group tour, with numbers limited to 13 people.

During this experience, you'll get to know the history of Mexico's national drink, Tequila. See the Agave Fields that were declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and participate in the process of the Jima, the way agaves are planted. You'll see the transformation from beginning to the end result. You'll see Mundo Cuervo, a magical place that has different workshops to include silver, stone carving, and ceramics, etc. Also, Sergio Bustamante, Jesus Guerrero Santos and Juan Soriano have some of their art pieces in Mundo Cuervo that you'll be able to see on this tour. 

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Mexico with a 3-hour food tour of Tlaquepaque. Sample delectable local delicacies and sip sweet Jalisco tequila while experiencing the traditional customs of Tlaquepaque, a provincial town near Guadalajara. Visit seven authentic culinary venues with your knowledgeable guide on this epicurean adventure. Admire a scenic backdrop of colonial museums, gorgeous art galleries and bespoke artisan boutiques as you feast on sumptuous specialties. This tour is limited to 16-food lovers to ensure you enjoy personalized attention from your guide.

Spend a half-day exploring the artisan towns of Tlaquepaque and Tonala on a round-trip excursion from Guadalajara. Learn about local history as peruse these colonial towns, accompanying your guide along their cobbled streets, visiting workshops to watch local woodworkers, potters, glass blowers and soap makers create their wares, shopping the markets for handcrafted goods, and listening to the sounds of mariachi bands as they drift through the plaza. The tour is limited in size to 13, assuring a more personalized experience.

Explore the town of Tequila on a private tour from Guadalajara. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit the distillery of one of several famous producers of the town's namesake product: Herradura, Sauza, Cofradia or Jose Cuervo. Enjoy a tasting, including in the tour price, with an optional 3-course lunch. Enrich your experience with a relaxing walk in the town's historic center, shop for crafts and specially-priced bottles.

Escape the city in favor of rural Mexico on a full-day tour on the Tequila Herradura Express train from Guadalajara. This cultural experience, ideal for first-time visitors, includes a tour of famous tequila distillery Hacienda San Jose del Refugio in Jalisco and a live performance by a mariachi band. Tequila samples, snacks, buffet lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Guadalajara are included. If you wish, upgrade your journey to include a light breakfast, on-board bar and enjoy a 3-course lunch.