Journey to Tequila, Mexico, with Vallarta Food Tours for an intimate two-day experience through agave fields and historic distilleries. Taste premium tequilas and engage directly with master distillers in the birthplace of this iconic spirit.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves walking tours and light physical activity.
Wildlife
History
Tequila has been officially recognized since 1974 as a protected denomination of origin, preserving its unique production methods.
Conservation
Sustainable agave farming practices are increasingly promoted here to balance heritage production with environmental care.
Vallarta Food Tours - Internal
Journey to Tequila, Mexico, with Vallarta Food Tours for an intimate two-day experience through agave fields and historic distilleries. Taste premium tequilas and engage directly with master distillers in the birthplace of this iconic spirit.
Vallarta Food Tours - Internal is a Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco–based culinary tour operator that showcases the region’s flavors through a broad collection of guided tasting experiences. The operator presents 21 distinct tours and experiences across Old Town Puerto Vallarta and nearby towns, including Bucerías, Sayulita, Pitillal, and downtown neighborhoods such as Versalles.
Offerings include short walking tastings and longer curated excursions: Vegan Vallarta Food Tour (three hours, six stops); Seafood Lovers Tour (three hours in Old Town); Vallarta By Road (4.5 hours with eight stops aboard an air‑conditioned Mercedes Sprinter); E‑Bike Taco Tour (3.5 hours with seven samples); and The Street — Evening Taco Adventure (three hours, eight dishes). Specialty experiences feature agave and spirit education — Agave Spirits Experience, El Tequilero, El Mezcalier — brewery-focused itineraries with multiple tastings, and the Ultimate Overnight Trip to Tequila.
Tours combine local dishes (tacos, ceviche, pozole, churros, grilled seafood), craft beer tastings, and agave spirit samplings with on‑route cultural context provided by local guides. Select tastings occur in private tasting rooms for focused agave education, while other tours visit family‑run restaurants, street stalls, and craft breweries.
Durations vary from about two hours for intimate tastings to four and a half hours for more expansive tours. Meeting points are centered in Puerto Vallarta with options to visit neighboring towns on specific itineraries. Vallarta Food Tours - Internal focuses on authentic venues, regionally rooted menus, and guided interpretation of culinary traditions for travelers seeking curated food and drink experiences in Banderas Bay.
Location
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
Based in Old Town and surrounding towns
Tours Offered
21
Diverse guided food and drink experiences
Typical Duration
2–4.5 hrs
Short tastings to half‑day excursions
Tour Styles
Walking, E-bike, Bus, Private
Multiple transport and tasting formats
Reserve a spot on a small-group tour or private tasting to sample local dishes, craft beer, and agave spirits.
Wear comfortable shoes
Expect to walk through uneven agave fields and distillery grounds, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
Stay hydrated
The region can be hot and dry—bring water and drink plenty throughout the tour.
Bring ID for tastings
Legal age verification is required for tequila tastings; carry a valid ID.
Plan for limited cell service
Rural areas around Tequila may have spotty mobile reception; prepare accordingly.
Sturdy walking shoes
Protect your feet during walks through uneven agave fields and distillery tours.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Essential during the sunny and hot months to avoid sunburn and heat stress.
summer
Light jacket or sweater
Useful for cool mornings and evenings in Tequila.
fall|winter
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is key in this dry climate, especially during outdoor activities.