Tequila Route Tour from Guadalajara: Distilleries & Agave Fields

Summary

Jalisco Tequila Experience: Distillery Visits & Agave Landscape

If you want to see how tequila is made—from field to glass—and taste it right where it all begins, this tour gives you real access and stories you won’t find on your own. You’ll meet locals, try different tequilas (and maybe buy some at great prices), and soak up Jalisco’s landscape along the way.

What’s the experience like?

The morning air in Guadalajara felt cool as we gathered on Independencia Street, right where the city’s rhythm starts to pick up. Our guide, Carlos, checked our tickets with a quick smile—he’s got that easy way of making you feel like you’re already part of the group. Masks on, we hopped into a comfy minivan and set off toward Amatitán. The drive out of town is always a little bumpy but you can spot the blue-green agave plants stretching for miles even before you hit the main road.

First stop: a real working tequila distillery. The smell hits you before anything else—sweet, earthy cooked agave mixed with a hint of wood smoke. We walked through the production area where workers were busy stacking piñas and steam drifted up from open vats. Down in the cellar, it was cooler and almost silent except for the soft echo of our footsteps. Tasting time came next: blanco first (sharp and bright), then reposado, añejo, and finally extra añejo—each one smoother than the last. I picked up a bottle at a price I haven’t seen back home; it felt like a small win.

Just outside Amatitán, we stopped at an exclusive patch of agave fields—no crowds here, just rows upon rows under the sun. Our guide explained how each plant takes years to mature; I’d never realized how much patience goes into every bottle. We sipped cantaritos (tequila cocktails) while snapping photos with those iconic blue spikes behind us. There’s something about standing there that makes you appreciate every drop.

By midday, we rolled into Tequila town itself. You get free time to wander—grab lunch at one of those little spots near Plaza Principal or duck into shops selling everything from ceramic shot glasses to local sweets. It’s about four or five blocks’ walk if you want to explore beyond the main square. I found another cantarito stand tucked away on a side street—couldn’t resist trying one more before heading back.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Tequila Route Tour

• Check-in and Covid-19 Protocol
• Visit Tequila Distillery and Tastings
• Agave Fields Visit and Cantarito Tasting
• Free Time for Food and Shopping

Top questions

Is this Tequila Route tour suitable for kids?

Yes! Children are welcome as long as they’re with an adult. Some tastings are for adults only but there’s plenty for everyone to see and do.

How much walking is involved during the tour?

You’ll walk around distilleries and about 4-5 blocks in Tequila town during free time. Most areas are flat and accessible.

Can I buy tequila directly from producers?

Absolutely—you’ll get special prices at both the distillery and agave field stops. Bring some cash or cards just in case.

What should I wear?

Smart casual works best—think comfortable shoes for walking and layers since mornings can be cool but afternoons warm up fast.

What’s included

Your round-trip ride from Guadalajara is covered in an air-conditioned minivan. Certified guide stays with you all day. Entry fees for three activities (distillery tour, underground tavern visit, exclusive agave field). Two tequila tastings included—plus travel insurance for peace of mind.