Puerto Vallarta Culture Tour: Local Guides & Tastings

Our tour leaders are natives of Puerto Vallarta with extensive local knowledge. They are amiable and keen to impart their love for, and the unique customs of Puerto Vallarta to you.

Duration: 5 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Malecon Boardwalk - Our guide will share with you the history of our city as you walk along this iconic site of Puerto Vallarta. “El Malecon” as we call it. This 1 km boardwalk is also flanked with interesting statues that are symbolic to Puerto Vallarta. In addition to this, the boardwalk will lead us to the heart of the city , where we’ll find our beautiful Parrish, dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water provided
  • Climate-controlled vehicles
  • Tequila and Raicilla tasting experience
  • Selection of sodas available
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Lunch
Location
Malecon Boardwalk
Calle Paseo Diaz Ordaz S/N, Centro
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Tina_c
Jun 19, 2025
On Point!!! - Our tour was on point!!! Loved our guide and the experience! We highly recommend this tour! Best way to see the city.
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Joni_b
May 15, 2025
We enjoyed our tour. Our... - We enjoyed our tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and personable. We recommend this tour. We included a stop for lunch and the local foods are delicious.
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Billywoo2
Apr 22, 2025
Daniel Martinez was great - We met Daniel in the terminal getting off the ship. He seemed very personable and honest. He was definitely priced right. There were four of us. He took us to a part of town where locals lived,and pointed out markets and restaurants. He took us to a cemetery with brightly painted murals, and explained “ Day of the Dead “ traditions. He took us to the Malecon and downtown area, where he let us walk around a little. He met us back at the cathedral. He took us to an off the beaten path hotel/ restaurant that was beautiful,and had a stunning view of the city. He took us to Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor’s houses connected by a bridge. He took us to a part of town with Gaudi style architecture and a park.He took us to a beach and recommended a great restaurant where we ate lunch. He would have stayed with us longer, but we were ready to get back to the ship. Puerto Vallarta was our favorite port primarily because of Daniel.
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Greg_g
Apr 20, 2025
Top Notch Private Tour of PV - Top shelf from beginning to end! Cervando arrived right on time. Beautiful clean van complete with ice cold water, pop and even a couple of beers. First, Cervando told us what we were going to see, and then explained the history and significance of each area as we passed by. There were plenty of opportunities to stop for photos, a short walk, or a margarita at a beach front bar. He also knew as much about Canada as most Canadians. Very easy to talk to and very concerned for our comfort throughout the tour. The final stop was a tequila tasting and education on the history of tequila. Ramon at Los Tres Raicilla was an excellent host. This tour took us off the all inclusive property and allowed us to see another side of PV that looked alot more fun than staying at the All Inclusive! I would highly recommend Cervando for this or any tour he offers!
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Dorina_g
Mar 22, 2025
Personalized and perfect tour! - This tour made it so much easier for my mother to see the sights since she cannot walk for long distances. Cervando messaged me where he would meet us and he was there at exactly the time agreed. He talked with us about what we would like to see and do and immediately provided great suggestions. He just made it so easy for both of us and talking with him about his life here was interesting. He spoke in both Spanish and English with us so it was enjoyable conversation. The taco spots he took us to were both so good and exactly what I wanted. He also provided refreshments so it was nice not having to even stop anywhere to get something to drink. Private tours are the way to go to get a much better experience and I would highly recommend this if you really want to see and enjoy Puerto Vallarta.
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Melinda
Feb 2, 2025
Outstanding! Highly recommend! - Wonderful experience with our guide. He was so knowledgeable, friendly and really showed us Puerto Vallarta in a way we couldn’t have accomplished on our own.
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Mintymuzza
Jan 25, 2025
Wonderful. Great intro to PV and Mexico. - Cervando was kind and courteous and took us to all the sights. He even stopped the minivan to show us whales diving off the coast. We loved our time and getting to see the real Puerto Vallarta through a local’s eyes. Superb!
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H5764vfrebeccal
Jul 24, 2024
Unforgettable tour with My Tour Vallarta - Cervando with My Tour Vallarta was absolutely exceptional! He arrived promptly at our hotel with an ice-cold welcome package, making us feel instantly relaxed. His van was a comfortable oasis from the summer heat. Cervando's passion for Puerto Vallarta was infectious. His deep knowledge of the city, combined with his ability to tailor the tour to our interests, created an unforgettable experience. We explored the vibrant heart of downtown, discovered hidden gems in the Conchas Chinas neighborhood, and even ventured to local spots that few tourists ever see. Cervando's insider tips and engaging stories brought the city to life. We were so impressed by Cervando's hospitality and attention to detail. He went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic day. His genuine love for his city is evident in every interaction. We can't wait to return to Puerto Vallarta and book another tour with My Tour Vallarta. Supporting small, locally owned businesses like this is important to us, and we highly recommend Cervando to anyone visiting the area. Thank you, Cervando, for making our trip truly special!
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Paulahw3868aj
Jun 5, 2023
Cervando is the BEST! - Cervando was a great tour guide for our 1/2 day tour in Puerto Vallarta! He was extremely knowledgeable on PV's history and customized our tour to what we wanted to do, taking us to beautiful beaches and the historic sites of PV. He is a fluent English speaker and very friendly. Our daughters are still talking about the wonderful tacos we had for lunch!
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Joelwj8905vh
Nov 29, 2022
RAUL made this the BEST tour - Raul is the greatest, entertaining, informative and knowledgeable guide ever. We saw the highlights and the local sites alike. The taco stands were authentic and delicious. Local tequila at Tequilera La Novena had great tasting of at least 8 samples and no pressure. Raul made this the greatest tour.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).