Tlaquepaque Trip Overview
When you visit Tequila, you will take in the entire array of Flavors of Mexico. You will you be able to know the interesting process of planting and care of the agave plant, its uses for other products and its work – traditional and industrial – to give life to the Mexico’s National Drink through complex steps that, in the end, give it its flavor, quality and texture. You will not leave these sets without first tasting some of their most famous drinks.
Visit its historical buildings, the most emblematic are the Church of La Purisima and the City Hall, which houses an interesting mural painted by a local artis that represents the emergence of Tequila from a lighting bolt that fell just in a plant agave. Visit also the distilleries where you can get closer to the history of the production of this iconic drink which over the years, has become synonymous with Mexico around the world. Enjoy the view of the impressive agave landscape, honored with the title of World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Additional Info
Duration: 7 hours
Starts: Tlaquepaque, Mexico
Trip Category: Food, Wine & Nightlife >> Cooking Classes
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What to Expect When Visiting Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, Mexico
When you visit Tequila, you will take in the entire array of Flavors of Mexico. You will you be able to know the interesting process of planting and care of the agave plant, its uses for other products and its work – traditional and industrial – to give life to the Mexico’s National Drink through complex steps that, in the end, give it its flavor, quality and texture. You will not leave these sets without first tasting some of their most famous drinks.
Visit its historical buildings, the most emblematic are the Church of La Purisima and the City Hall, which houses an interesting mural painted by a local artis that represents the emergence of Tequila from a lighting bolt that fell just in a plant agave. Visit also the distilleries where you can get closer to the history of the production of this iconic drink which over the years, has become synonymous with Mexico around the world. Enjoy the view of the impressive agave landscape, honored with the title of World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
9:30 a. m. Pick up at your hotel in the Guadalajara Metropolitan area. In route to the city of Tequila you will admire the beautiful patches of the blue agave fields and as we drive alongside the magnificent Sierra Madre of the West.
Upon arrival to the city of Tequila, we will board our open trolley for a complete guided tour of
the city including two Tequila distilleries, to learn about the ancient and modern process of elaboration, as we have a tasting to distinguish the various types of Tequila. After a walk in the Center to visit the Church and City Hall, you will have free time for lunch before driving back to Guadalajara at 2:30 p. m. to arrive at Guadalajara around 4:30 p. m.
Stop At:
• Tequila, Tequila
Sample Menu
• Mexican tortas ahogadas – Mini bagettes drown in mild salsa. Very typical from the state of Jalisco.