Unique experiences in Tequila
Tequila is one of the towns that you can visit during your flight to Guadalajara as it is very close to the capital, besides being one of the most representative of the state, this thanks to the tradition of making one of the national drinks that takes the same name of the town and in turn, rescue other more of the state. However, going to Tequila is not only going to taste this delicious drink, since there are very peculiar activities in this tequilero village.
This is an activity where you can enjoy Tequila from the top, imagine flying over the blue agave fields and enjoying this wonderful landscape considered a World Heritage Site, where you can make a toast with tequila and savor the regional cuisine at lunch afterwards of your trip in the heights. The flight starts just dawn and lasts only 45 minutes, depending on weather conditions; however, the tour lasts for almost five hours because it includes a lunch, plus a visit to a tequila factory where you will learn about the process of its preparation. The activity is offered by Gdl Tours and has a cost of around $3000 pesos in a shared balloon and $6500 pesos in private experience.
This is the most VIP experience in Tequila, the flight lasts approximately 20 minutes, in which you can partially enjoy a spectacular view of Guadalajara, and then fly over the Huentitán ravine, the Santiago River and the Santa Rosa dam, and you will have unforgettable panoramic views of beautiful waterfalls and the unique agave landscape characteristic of the town. The landing is in the botanical garden of Casa Sauza, where you will be received with the famous "cantarito" which is a drink prepared with natural citrus fruits, grapefruit soft drink, sea salt and Casa Sauza Silver tequila, to then depart for an exhibition of the "Jima" of the agave to discover the process of making tequila. Finally, you will arrive at the Quinta Sauza, located in the heart of the Magical Town of Tequila, where you can eat at the Santo Coyote restaurant that will delight you with a barbecue and an exquisite buffet. The experience is offered by Tequila Copter, lasts about 5 hours and round at approximately $3000 pesos.
Casa Herradura offers three different experiences aboard its traditional train journey; the journey begins in Guadalajara, where a special transport can pick you up in your hotel and then cross the splendid agave landscape by train. In it you can choose between the Premium Wagon, for those looking for a family getaway, the Club Wagon that has an experience for adults only and finally the First Class Wagon that is a superior experience with luxury cabins and an exclusive personalized service, including the choice of food and drinks. The destination of the Herradura Express is in Amatitán, place of origin of the tequila within an authentic Tequila hacienda located in front of the majestic Tequila Volcano.
Each of these experiences will leave you truly unforgettable memories and with just taking a flight to Guadalajara, you can be part of these unique experiences of its kind.
