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Private Tour Experience in San Sebastian Del Oeste
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5 to 6 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English, Spanish
Overview
This exclusive tour immerses travelers in the rich history of San Sebastian del Oeste, including an 18th-century coffee farm, a unique tequila and raicilla tasting at Hacienda Don Lalin Distillery, and visits to the historic Doña Conchita Encarnacion House/Museum and the Church of San Sebastián del Oeste. Personalized service, an air-conditioned vehicle, and complimentary refreshments ensure a memorable experience.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-person guide is licensed or certified
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- Parking Fees
- Souvenirs
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Start time
12:00 AM
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
- **Confirmation**: You will receive confirmation via email at the time of booking. - **Pickup Information**: Please provide specific details about your location, including hotel name and room number, cruise ship details, or Airbnb address for pickup arrangements. - **Participation**: Most travelers can participate in this tour. - **Transportation Time**: The remaining hours of the tour are allotted for transportation and potential traffic delays. - **Child Safety**: While we do not provide car seats for children or infants, parents are welcome to bring their own. Infants may sit on laps at parents' discretion, though we recommend securing a separate seat for their safety. - **Pickup Time**: The tour begins at 09:00 AM from your specified location, including hotels, residences, airport pickups, cruise ship terminals at API, and select villas outside Puerto Vallarta. - **Special Requests**: If you require an earlier or later pickup, please inform us ahead of time so we can accommodate your needs. - **Multilingual Guides**: Our guides are fluent in both English and Spanish, ensuring effective communication and an immersive experience for all participants. - **Weather Policy**: This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund. We look forward to providing you with an exceptional and memorable experience.
What To Expect
Puerto Vallarta
Scenic journey from Puerto Vallarta to the charming town of San Sebastián del Oeste. Our adventure begins with a convenient and comfortable pickup from your location, ensuring you start your day with ease. As we travel by car along the picturesque Jalisco Road 544, you'll enjoy a 1.5-hour drive through lush landscapes and breathtaking views. We'll make a quick stop half way at Las Palmas, Jalisco, so we can stretch out our legs and maybe even use the restrooms if you required to do so.
• Admission Ticket Free
Along the way, we will pass through the quaint rural town of Las Palmas, Jalisco, for a quick restroom break, offering a glimpse of authentic local life and it's particular style of living in today's era, which once played a significant role in the economy of San Sebastián del Oeste as an Hacienda.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Our next stops along the way will be at the impressive Puente El Progreso. This historic bridge, surrounded by lush vegetation, is a marvel of engineering and a perfect spot for some fantastic photos. At this bridge, you’ll visit a local bakery and taste local bread and delicious coffee from the pot.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Hacienda Don Lalin Raicilla Distillery.
Tequila and Raicilla Tasting. A highlight of our tour is a visit to the Hacienda Don Lalin Distillery at the bridge El Progreso" where you’ll experience an authentic Tequila and Raicilla tasting. Discover the traditional methods used to produce these iconic Mexican spirits. You’ll learn about the distillation process, the differences between Tequila and Raicilla, and enjoy sampling the unique flavors of both. This tasting session provides a deeper appreciation for these beloved beverages and their cultural significance.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
San Sebastian del Oeste
La Quinta Mary Coffee Farm. As we enter San Sebastián del Oeste, we’ll pass by the historic La Quinta Mary Coffee farm, which dates back to the 18th century. Here, you'll get a glimpse of the traditional coffee production methods and learn about the history of coffee cultivation in the region. The picturesque setting of the coffee farm, surrounded by lush greenery, adds a unique charm to our journey.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
San Sebastian del Oeste
Lunch at El Comedor de Lupita. We'll indulge in a delicious lunch at El Comedor de Lupita before continuing our journey. Located at the straight bridge entrance of San Sebastián's main town, this restaurant offers an iconic hacienda-style Mexican meal based on miners' recipes. From fresh fish and shrimp to hearty fajitas and traditional corn tortillas, you’ll experience authentic flavors in a rustic, charming setting.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Gobierno de San Sebastian del Oeste
After lunch, our tour continues with a visit to the iconic Church of San Sebastián del Oeste. Admire its colonial architecture and learn about its significance as a cultural and religious center in the town. You’ll have time to explore the church and its surroundings, soaking in the spiritual atmosphere and capturing memorable photos.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
San Sebastian del Oeste
Following our visit to the church, we’ll explore the craftsmanship of a real silver smith in the area. Discover the intricate artistry and traditional techniques used to create beautiful silver pieces, reflecting the town’s rich mining heritage.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
San Sebastian del Oeste
To end, we’ll visit the Doña Conchita Encarnacion House/Museum, offering insights into the first residents of San Sebastián del Oeste and the original owners of the silver mines in the area. This museum provides a fascinating glimpse into the town’s early history and its role in Mexico’s mining industry.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
San Sebastian del Oeste
Free Time to Explore. After our cultural and artisanal exploration, you’ll have free time to wander through San Sebastián del Oeste at your own pace. Explore the beautiful streets, visit local shops and galleries, or simply relax and soak in the serene atmosphere of this historic town.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Return Journey from San Sebastián del Oeste with Obi Tours. As our day of exploration in San Sebastián del Oeste concludes, we embark on a smooth and direct drive back to Puerto Vallarta. Relax in our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle as we travel non-stop along Jalisco Road 544, unless a restroom break is needed. Enjoy the picturesque landscapes once more, with complimentary water bottles and beers available to ensure your comfort. Trust us to bring you safely and efficiently back to your destination, wrapping up a memorable adventure.
• Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dietary Preferences: Please specify any dietary preferences or restrictions they may have.
- Health Restrictions: There are no specific health restrictions for this tour, but travelers should be aware that there is some walking involved.
- Age Limit for Alcohol Consumption: The legal drinking age in Mexico is 18 years old.
- While we don't provide car seats for children or infants, we welcome parents to bring their own. For added convenience, infants have the option to sit on laps at the parents' discretion, though we recommend securing a separate seat for their safety.
- Pickups are at 09:00 AM: Our tours typically start at your hotel or residence, including after airports pickups, cruise ship visit at API terminals, and select villas away from Puerto Vallarta and Bandera's Bay.
- Special request or accommodations for Earlier or Late pickup, PLEASE, let us know ahead of time.
- Multilingual Guides: Our guides are fluent in English & Spanish, ensuring effective communication and an immersive experience for all participants.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group and our team will participate and travel with us.
- Total duration includes travel time.
Operated by Obi Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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