Private Tour La Fortaleza Distillery and visit to Tequila
Description
Discover the magic of Tequila, Jalisco, on an unforgettable tour that will immerse you in the essence of this famous tequila-producing region. You'll begin by visiting the iconic La Fortaleza distillery, where you can choose between the "Viva Abuelo" or "Bisabuelo" tour. During this experience, you'll learn about the rich history of tequila and its meticulous production process as you explore the facilities. In addition to touring the charming town of Tequila, you'll enjoy a visit to the Tequila Selecto Distillery, where you'll learn about the tradition of artisanal tequila and its cultural significance. This tour is ideal for those looking for an authentic and unique experience in the heart of Jalisco. To round off your visit in spectacular fashion, we'll make a stop at the renowned Cantaritos El Güero. "The order of the itinerary may vary depending on the availability of the La Fortaleza distillery." Don't miss it!
Tour Options
Itinerary
You will visit the Selecto tequila factory, one of the few remaining artisanal and industrial tequila factories, with a guided tour and tasting of tequila, liquors and creams that are made inside the distilleries. You will also be able to visit the agave fields and have a great time.
Embark on a fascinating guided tour of the La Fortaleza distillery, where you will learn about the entire tequila production process. During the tour, you will see the brick ovens where the agave is cooked, the mills where the piñas are crushed, and the fermentation vats where the juice is turned into must. As you progress, you will discover the copper stills in which the must is distilled into tequila, while the different stages of distillation are explained. The visit culminates in the bottling area, where you will learn how tequila is labeled and bottled. In addition, you will have the opportunity to taste several varieties of tequila and purchase bottles as a souvenir of this experience. This activity is ideal for those who wish to learn about the rich history and tradition of Mexican tequila in a warm and welcoming environment. Choose between the "Vive Abuelo Tour" or the "Bisabuelo Tour" and immerse yourself in the exciting world of tequila!
Visit the Magical Town of Tequila, where you will have free time to take photos and explore its portals and the main square to buy tequila or typical handicrafts.
To end your visit to Tequila in spectacular fashion, don’t miss a stop at the renowned Cantaritos El Güero. Here you can indulge in refreshing and delicious cantaritos, a traditional drink that combines tequila, lime juice and soda, served in colorful clay containers. This iconic establishment is famous for its festive atmosphere and authentic flavor, making it the ideal place to conclude your experience in this charming town. Be sure to enjoy it!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We go through all clients within the metropolitan area.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(11)
My tour guide Eduardo was wonderful. So friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great drive to the town of Tequila and an amazing tour of the La Fortaleza distillery. It’s awesome. And so small Then we wandered around town and visited a few bars. Tried a Batanga. Then went to a Cantarita bar in the middle of an agave field I can honestly recommend this wonderful tour And a huge Gracias to Eduardo. He was terrific ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We had such an incredible time on this tequila distillery tour! From start to finish, everything was well organized, fun, and super informative. The distillery itself was beautiful, and getting to see the entire process—from agave to glass—made us appreciate tequila on a whole new level. What really made the experience stand out was our guide. They were not only extremely knowledgeable, but also warm, engaging, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They made the tour feel personal, answered all our questions, and kept the energy fun the entire time. We also really appreciated how flexible and accommodating they were, making sure everyone in the group felt comfortable and got the most out of the experience. The tastings were a highlight—delicious, well-paced, and paired with great explanations that helped us understand the flavors. Highly recommend this tour if you’re looking for a mix of culture, fun, and an unforgettable experience. We would absolutely do it again!
Jesus was a great guide, loved and recommend this tour 10/10. Visiting La fortaleza distillery was my favorite part.
Great education tour The history of the love of the family business The landscaping is beautiful Great tour guide The bottling process
This tour is an enjoyable mix of history and process. It is not a get drunk and be obnoxious tour. If you want to really learn about how an excellent tequila is made, then I highly recommend this tour. I had just finished reading the book Tequila Wars, so it was very interesting to visit a true Sauza distillery and to see the town of Tequila. It was so impressive to watch tequila being made in a traditional manner. We also stopped in at Tres Mujeres distillery which was enjoyable as well. Definitely eat a hearty breakfast in the morning before the tour so you are ready to savour the tequila. Eduardo, our guide, was excellent, knowledgeable and a great driver.
Amazing experience. Staff was friendly and helpful. The establishment is beautiful and it was an experience we will never forget. I enjoyed tequila tasting inside the cave and seeing the authentic process of making tequila. Definitely a place you must visit if you are in the area.
This place is beautiful. The tour was good. But this tequila was amazing. Love that this place has such history and love for tequila.
Awesome experience, learned a lot. Definitely recommend! Love the story behind the tequila! Tour guide was great, loved her sense of humor
Our driver/guide, Jesus, picked us up at our hotel for a fun day exploring the area where tequila is produced. Car was immaculate and comfortable and Jesus explained things of interest as he expertly dealt with Guadalajara traffic. The highlight of the trip was a visit to the La Fortaleza Distillery. Amazing!! One member of our party has some mobility issues. While these tours are not designed for these types of challenges—Jesus made sure that everyone could enjoy the day. The visit to Tequila town was complete with cazuelitas, street performers, strolling the shops and seeing the church The day was at our pace and based on our interests!! Highly Recommended!!!
A day of adventure and taste sensations! The tour to La Fortaleza Distillery was a perfect blend of excitement and tequila education. From thrilling activities to savoring the finest spirits, this experience was simply extraordinary. Highly recommended!
