In this off-the-beaten-path tour you will learn about life in rural Mexico. We will try Mexican local candy made of guava, and artisan crafts made of actual chewing gum! To top it off, we will end the tour with the Agave Experience, where Master Tequilier Luis Vicencio will teach you the variety of agave plant liquors and what meals and desserts will amplify their taste to give you an unparalleled flavors. We’ll take a brief cooking class and we'll eat an authentic Mexican lunch.
$200 USD
25% online booking discount
$150 USD per adult
About Talpa
Talpa de Allende is considered one of the most religious towns in Mexico due to its yearly pilgrimages, its beautiful basilica, and its miraculous virgin, Our Lady of El Rosario. In addition to that, it has the Pueblo Mágico denomination due to its gorgeous landscapes and natural wonders like waterfalls and even a maple forest. Thousands of devout catholics from across the state of Jalisco visit the Talpa virgin frequently to pray for their loved ones and to thank her for the miracles she's performed.
About the Agave Experience
Tequila is a traditional drink in Mexico but can be a complex spirit to pair. There are 5 main types of tequila. Each serves a different purposes and is best taken in different ocassions. Our Master Tequilier, Tequila Sommelier, will teach you how to distinguish them from each other by sensing their scents and flavors. Furthermore, we will combine them with different foods to get the most out of every pairing. At the end you will decide which Tequila works best with you and your favorite meals.
7:00 am: Pick up at your hotel
8:00 am: Bakery - Bread and coffee stop
10:00 am: Visit to Talpa church and main square
11:00 am: Aranjuez Waterfall
12:30 pm: Agave Experience by Master Tequilier Luis Vicencio
1:30 pm: Antojitos Cooking Class
2:30 pm: Lunch - Authentic Mexican Food
4:00 pm: Return to Puerto Vallarta