Los Cabos: City Tour, Glass Workshop & Arch Clearboat Ride

Summary

Los Cabos city tour with glass workshop clearboat ride and local lunch

You’ll taste fresh tortillas in San Jose del Cabo, watch glassblowers work their magic, sail over bright fish on a clearboat past the famous Arch of Cabo San Lucas, and laugh with locals over tequila. This Los Cabos city tour isn’t just about landmarks—it’s about small surprises and real moments you’ll carry home.

What’s the experience like?

"Try not to blink or you’ll miss the dolphins," our guide Armando grinned as we stepped onto the clearboat at Cabo San Lucas marina. I was still sticky from the heat, clutching my water bottle like a lifeline, but suddenly all I could think about was what it would feel like to float above that turquoise water. The bottom of the boat really is see-through — it’s weird at first. Fishes darted below us, and someone up front gasped when we got close to the famous Arch of Cabo San Lucas. The rocks looked almost pink in the morning sun. I kept trying (and failing) to snap a photo without my own reflection in the glass.

Before that, we’d stopped at this family-run glass workshop. You could smell something sweet and sharp — maybe burning sugar? — as we watched a guy shape molten glass into a hummingbird right in front of us. He made it look easy, but my attempt at blowing a bubble just turned into a wobbly blob (the others laughed, which honestly helped). There was time for questions and poking around shelves stacked with wild colors. Afterward came tequila tasting — not my usual thing before noon, but apparently that’s tradition here. I tried to say “salud” like Armando did; pretty sure I butchered it.

San Jose del Cabo felt quieter than San Lucas, almost sleepy under the midday sun. We wandered through Mijares Square where kids were chasing pigeons and old men sat talking under jacaranda trees. The church bells startled me — they’re loud! — and then we ducked into an art gallery that smelled faintly of paint and dust. Lunch was simple but good: tortillas warm enough to burn your fingers if you weren’t careful, salsa that made me sweat (in a good way), lemonade so cold it hurt my teeth.

I didn’t expect to remember the little details more than the big sights — like Armando telling stories about pirates who once hid near Lovers Beach, or how everyone seemed to wave at each other in San Jose as if they’d known each other forever. It’s funny what sticks with you after a day trip from Cabo San Lucas; sometimes it’s just that feeling of being somewhere new but oddly familiar.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo

• Visit glass workshop and watch live demo
• Enjoy tequila tasting
• Sail on clear boat in Cabo waters
• Admire Lands End rock formations
• See Lovers Beach and wildlife
• Explore San Jose historic center
• Walk around old adobe buildings and church
• Visit art galleries in San Jose
• Have authentic Mexican lunch in San Jose

Top questions

How long does the Los Cabos city tour last?

The tour typically lasts most of the day, including stops in both Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo plus travel time.

Is hotel pickup included for this Los Cabos city tour?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included for most travelers staying in Los Cabos.

What is included in lunch during the tour?

The tour includes an authentic Mexican lunch at a traditional restaurant in San Jose del Cabo with one drink (lemonade, soda or beer).

Do you visit both Cabo San Lucas & San Jose del Cabo?

Yes, the itinerary covers both towns—Cabo San Lucas for the marina and Arch, plus historic San Jose del Cabo for art galleries and Mijares Square.

Is there a tequila tasting on this Los Cabos day trip?

Yes, there is a tequila tasting included after visiting the glass workshop.

Are infants or small children allowed on this tour?

Yes, infants can join; prams/strollers are welcome and infant seats are available if needed.

Do I need to pay any extra fees during this tour?

You’ll need to pay an additional dock fee (about 5 USD or 100 MXN per person) at check-in for the clearboat ride.

What should I wear for this Los Cabos city tour?

Wear comfortable shoes and casual clothes suitable for walking around town and getting on/off boats.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Los Cabos hotels or cruise ship meeting points, entry to both cities’ highlights with an expert bilingual guide leading you through local stories, live glassblowing demonstration with tequila tasting afterward, bottled water and sodas along the way, a clearboat ride out to see Land’s End Arch up close (dock fee not included), plus an authentic Mexican lunch with your choice of drink before heading back relaxed—and probably full—to your hotel.