Mexican Wine Tour (Queretaro / Private / 12h)

Overview

The Mexican wine tour from Mexico City is a tasty experience to learn about the delicious grape-made drink and cheese traditions of Queretaro State, the second most famous wine region in Mexico. Also, Peña de Bernal, a “Magical Town” famous for its beautiful colonial architecture and the third biggest monolith in the world, will leave you amazed on your visit.

Highlights

• The tour is completely private and fully customizable.
• Get impressed by Peña de Bernal, the third-highest monolith on the planet.
• Visit Donato winery to learn about all stages of the winemaking process and have a tasting with a local sommelier.
• Get to know the regional cheese-making traditions.
• Visit the beautiful and picturesque“Magical Town” of Bernal.

Itinerary

Wake up to an exciting morning, your guide will be waiting at your accommodation in Mexico City. Get ready to have a blast in Queretaro. On your way, spot the gradual change of landscapes from mountainous to semi-desertic, it’s like watching a natural movie!

Your taste buds will dance with joy in our first stop at Quesos VAI, an artisanal cheese farm. Learn all about cheese production and taste some of the most scrumptious local varieties. We bet you’ll be saying “queso, por favor” all day long!

After this cheesy experience, the charming “Magic Town” of Bernal is the next destination. Prepare your camera for some shots of the massive Peña de Bernal monolith and explore its historic center on a captivating walking tour. Stroll in the beauty of its streets, try local delicacies, and browse the colorful handicrafts markets.

But wait, there’s more! Our adventure wouldn’t be complete without visiting Donato Vineyards, one of the region’s most modern and exclusive wineries. Walk around the greeny vineyards with a local professional guide by your side, learn about wine production, and indulge in some of the most representative vins with a local sommelier. Sip, swirl, and savor but don’t get too drunk!

As the sun sets, return to our vehicle completely relaxed and have a great way back to your accommodation in Mexico City.

Why go with us

• You will spend the time of the tour purely on sightseeing: no visits to souvenir shops/restaurants (unless you ask).
• An ideal choice for small groups: the price of the tour is fixed and varies just slightly depending on the size of the group.
• We are flexible: we can adjust the program and route to your interests while the duration of the tour can always be extended for an extra fee.

Logistics

DEPARTURE TIME AND LOCATION
The default departure time for this tour is 7:30 AM, but it can be also slightly adjusted per your request. Our guide will meet/pick you up at the requested time and might need to contact you by phone, so please kindly provide a valid phone number during your booking.

TRANSPORT

Complimentary pick-up/drop-off is included: please indicate the exact time and location for your pick-up during your booking (e.g. in the “Special Requirements” field). That is to say, we can pick you up from the following parts of Mexico City: Polanco, Condesa, Roma, Centro Historico. Other more remote locations might involve an extra fee.

TOUR DURATION AND CUSTOMIZATION
The standard duration of the tour counts from the moment of a meetup till the end of the tour. On the other hand, the tour is customizable which means we can adjust the time you spend in each destination. For example, if you want to visit an extra location (attraction/restaurant/market, etc.), you can do it on a complimentary basis if this visit (1) fits the default duration of the tour and  (2) doesn’t involve a major change of the route.

WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
Comfortable clothes and shoes; hat/cap; sunglasses and sunscreen; personal ID, travel insurance, some cash; good mood and curiosity.

Notes

• The type of vehicle depends on the size of your group and may include car, 7-seater, minivan.
• This is a private tour: only your group will participate.