EXCURSION: Private
EXCURSION TYPE: Cultural, Scenic, Shopping
FOOD/BEVERAGE: Snacks, Bottled Water Included
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy
Venture through San Sebastian, discover its mining history and more when you book this epic excursion near Puerto Vallarta. With so many cultural and gastronomic experiences, this full-day excursion is ideal for the foodie and history enthusiast. Your tour includes a delicious Mexican lunch and a ride that takes you from the Marina to the iconic former mining village of San Sebastian. Explore the San Juan mine, learn how Mexican coffee is crafted, and enjoy authentic Mexican food.
Begin your tour with a pickup from Puerto Vallarta’s Marina and embark on a scenic drive as you head to the mining village of San Sebastian. This historic town sits on Jaliso’s western side and dates back to the 17th century. Here, you’ll discover the mining history of San Sebastian and the legacy of the village’s agricultural history that goes back thousands of years. Head to San Juan–the last mining location in the area that closed in 1921. You’ll also get a glimpse of the mountainous terrain, hills, and forests along the way, which adds to the beauty of this historic mining town.
Continue your journey with a stop at a traditional coffee estate or hacienda. Here, you’ll discover the art of crafting Mexican coffee, including learning about its organic ingredients and process. Your tour also takes you to the home of a tequila expert or “tequila” to sample various agave-distilled products. Next, you’ll head to the town’s center, where you’ll find art made from relics salvaged from items from the mines and make a stop at the Presidential Plaza. End your tour by dining on a traditional Mexican lunch at a traditional family-owned restaurant made with endemic ingredients before heading back to the Marina.
From learning about the mining history of San Sebastian to dining on decadent traditional Mexican meals, this cultural excursion is ideal for history buffs and foodies alike. Sign up for this exciting excursion today and get ready to experience authentic Mexican culture from the perspective of a former mining town.
• Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
• Meeting and assistance by our representative.
• Entrance fees to the monuments.
• Private guide throughout your journey.
• Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
• All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by private air-conditioned Transport.
• All taxes.
• Domestic and International Flights.
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
• In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
• Sometimes, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
• While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
• Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
