Wine Tasting Adventure with The Wine Route in Valle de Guadalupe
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most adults with moderate walking; requires being able to stand and stroll between tasting stations.
Overview
Immerse yourself in a 6-hour journey through Valle de Guadalupe’s boutique wineries with The Wine Route. Taste award-winning wines, meet winemakers, and finish with a gourmet Baja-Med meal in Mexico’s celebrated wine country.
Wine Route Tour - Guadalupe Valley
6 Hours • All Ages • Wine tasting through the Valle de Guadalupe
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About This Adventure
Embark on a captivating 6-hour wine tasting journey through Valle de Guadalupe, where you'll explore three boutique wineries, meet winemakers, and savor award-winning wines amidst stunning landscapes. Conclude your adventure with a gourmet Baja-Med meal at a local restaurant, creating unforgettable memories in this picturesque wine region.
Enjoy a great wine taste through the Valle de Guadalupe
NOTE: If you are traveling with an Infant, please bring your own car seat
Duration
6 hrs
About the tour
- Wine taste through the Valle de Guadalupe (Guadalupe Valley), and taste local gourmet dishes on this tour from Ensenada.
- Stop at several wineries to tour the properties and learn about their methods of production, meet a winemaker.
- To close the tour, stop at a restaurant to enjoy a gourmet meal at your own expenses.
Places to visit
- Three wineries boutiques in the Valle de Guadalupe
- Gourmet restaurant
What to expect
- You will be picked up from your hotel around 10:00 am and will be taken to Valle de Guadalupe, where you will have the opportunity to visit 3 wineries.
- The first winery offers wine tasting from the oldest vineyard in the Valley, surrounded by the most beautiful landscape of Valle de Guadalupe. Wine tasting cost not included.
- Afterwards, you will be taken to 3 boutique wineries, all of them with fine wines with major international awards, where you will meet a wine maker, have a tour in production area (to see barrels and fermentation tanks), walk in vineyards, buy local products, or just enjoy a relaxing glass of wine pairing with some appetizers surrounded by unique architecture. Wine tasting/food cost not included.
- At the end, around 3:00 pm, you will be taken to a gourmet restaurant also in the valley, where you can close your day with a Baja-Med style meal. Food not included.
- You will be taken back to your hotel at around 5:00 pm. You will have bottled water and snacks during the tour.
Included
- Visit to 3 wineries
- Gourmet restaurant
- Local expert English/Spanish
- Hotel/meeting point pickup and drop-off
- Transport
- Free T-shirt or souvenir
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Meet an expert in winemaking
- Guided tour in area of barrels/vineyards
Not Included
- Wine tasting (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks Lunch
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Tour recommended for adults 18 years old & up, if you are bringing kids, please specify in comments.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Not wheelchair accessible vehicles
- Stroller accessible
- Dress code is casual
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- We recommend to have breakfast before the tour
- Don’t forget to call your bank to tell them you will be in Mexico, in order to avoid being blocked
- You can pay with credit/debit card everywhere, but bring some cash for tipping and souvenirs.
- Don’t need to exchange Us Dollars to Mexican Pesos, Us Dollars cash accepted everywhere
- Few ATM machines available
Note: For larger groups (more than 15 person), please send an email to us with your request)"
Adventure Tips
Bring comfortable walking shoes
Winery grounds include uneven paths and vineyard trails requiring sturdy, comfortable footwear.
Remember to stay hydrated
Bottled water is provided, but ensure you drink plenty to stay refreshed during tastings in the warm valley climate.
Use sunscreen and a hat
Exposure to strong Baja sun is significant; protect your skin with SPF and a wide-brimmed hat.
Carry cash for souvenirs and tipping
While cards are widely accepted, some wineries and restaurants prefer or only take cash, especially for tips or local products.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Roadrunners hunting near vineyards
- Desert foxes active at dusk
History
Valle de Guadalupe’s viticulture dates to the 19th century with missions introducing grapevines, evolving today into Mexico’s leading wine region.
Conservation
Many wineries here practice sustainable agriculture and water conservation to protect the fragile semi-arid ecosystem.
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Adventure Hotspots in Ensenada
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating vineyard terrain and winery grounds with ease.
Sun protection (hat and sunscreen)
Protects against strong desert sun during tours across exposed vineyard areas.
summer specific
Layered clothing
Accommodates temperature changes from cool mornings to warm afternoons.
spring specific
Reusable water bottle
Supplement hydration between provided bottled water during wine tastings.