Mazatlan All About Tequila Excursion at La Noria

Description

• Round-trip transportation from your Mazatlan cruise ship terminal!
  
• Air-conditioned, fully licensed, and insured transportation!
  
• English and Spanish-speaking certified shore excursion driver-guide!
  
• Bottled water and soft drinks!
  
• All entrance fees are included!
  
• Sample tequila varieties - silver, anejo, and reposado!
• Guests will visit the Village of La Noria and the La Vinata Los Osuna Tequila Distillery!

Get away from the crowds and take a step back in time on this unique excursion. Visit a tequila distillery still producing with equipment from the 1800s. See craftsman hand-making leather sandals, purses, and many other items.

Start this day by meeting with your English-speaking guide right at your Mazatlan Cruise Terminal. You will then be escorted to a comfortable 14-seater, air-conditioned van. Once everyone is settled in, you will head north on a panoramic ride; your driver will also serve as your guide. They will give you a fully narrated 45-minute ride to the first stop in the village of La Noria. Located about 40 miles north of Mazatlan, La Noria is a small village that is packed full of rural Mexican charm complete with adobe homes, cowboys, craftsmen, and the old San Antonio church. Soft drinks and bottled water will be served in the van.

In La Noria, you can view the locals creating belts, shoes, purses, and more in the same way that folks have been making them for generations. Watch as a local artist creates beautiful pottery and take your time browsing through the many arts and crafts available to purchase. This is a unique opportunity to purchase souvenirs, unlike others at touristy spots.

You will also have the opportunity to visit the local church, San Antonio, and enjoy a great view of both the village and the lush valley below.

La Noria is also home to the La Vinata Los Osuna tequila distillery. Leaving the central part of the village, you will drive through acres and acres of the blue agave plantation and arrive at the distillery. La Vinata is the largest blue agave plantation and the oldest tequila distillery in Sinaloa state. You will be briefed on the ancient and current process of producing tequila. This tequila factory is unique because it maintains its old equipment that was used in the 1800s for you to witness both processes. Learn what a pina (pineapple) is in tequila terms and view some of the tools used. You will then be given the chance to sample the product that Mexico is now famous for...tequila!

Once you have completed your visit to the distillery, it's time to head back to Mazatlan where you have the option of stopping to purchase a delicious local lunch, before heading back to your cruise ship pier. This tour is highly recommended to enjoy the beautiful sights and to learn about a lot of the culture and history in this area of Mexico.

What is included?

• Round-trip transportation from your Mazatlan cruise ship terminal
  
• Air-conditioned, fully licensed, and insured transportation
  
• English-speaking shore excursion driver-guide
  
• Bottled cold water and soft drinks in the van
  
• All taxes and entrance fees included
  
• Guests will visit the Village of La Noria and La Vinata Los Osuna Tequila Distillery
• Tequila tasting

Excursion Notes

• We suggest you wear comfortable clothing and shoes along with sun protection.
• The vendors and restaurants accept both Mexican pesos and US dollars (small bills suggested). Exchange rates vary daily.
• The cost of lunch, extra beverages, and shopping purchases are not included.
• There is a maximum of 14 passengers per van. There are multiple vans available.
• Please pay attention to the restrictions and requirements for this excursion, no refund will be granted if requirements are not met.

Where we meet

For the Mazatlan Tequila at La Noria Tasting Excursion, you will meet directly at your Mazatlan cruise ship terminal. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• Due to the amount of walking, this excursion is not suitable for guests with mobility issues or wheelchair confined.
• The minimum age for alcohol consumption is 18 years old.

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• You want to cancel at any time, for any reason, before or after your arrival. Simply contact us via email reservations@shoreexcursioneer.com within 14 days of your missed excursion date for a deposit refund.
• Your ship arrives into port late and you cannot make it in time to the meeting location.
• Your ship misses/skips the port.
• Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator to run the excursion.
• A medical problem prevents you from safely participating in the excursion (we will verify with the tour operator or guest may send doctor's note).
  
• Cancellations that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund. Guests must notify us within 14 days after their excursion date via email for requesting a refund of booking payment made to Shore Excursioneer.
• Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor, please refer to Terms and Conditions for more information.