Destination:
Days: 4Enjoy a weekend escape to San Miguel de Allende and go on a journey of discovery and wonder. Stroll through its vibrant and colorful streets, dipping in and out of its architectural gems with a private guide providing expert insight.
On this weekend getaway, you will also tour the beautiful and photogenic city of Guanajuato and wind your way through its emblematic streets, churches, and art galleries.
Also, excite your senses with a private wine tasting experience at Dos Buhos Vineyard, a private tequila tasting at the award-winning Andanza Restaurant, and a visit to San Miguel’s hot springs.
With this perfectly formed escape, you will understand why San Miguel de Allende is consistently named among the world’s top cities.
HIGHLIGHTS
San Miguel de Allende – Discover this vibrant UNESCO World Heritage City and its many cathedrals, shops, and restaurants
Guanajuato – Visit this alluring and colorful city and stroll its winding streets and subterranean passageways
Wine and tequila tasting – Experience the flavors and aromas of Mexico with private tequila and wine tasting sessions
Day 1: Arrival at Leon Guanajuato Airport, Dos Buhos Vineyard experience
Arriving in Leon Guanajuato airport, you will be met by your private driver and transferred to San Miguel de Allende to settle into your hotel.
In the evening, delve into the enthralling world of Mexican wines with a nighttime visit to boutique winery, Dos Buhos, located just outside San Miguel.
Begin with a guided tour of the property and its wine making facilities, learning about the manufacturing process and the blossoming Mexican wine industry. After, spend a magical evening enjoying a light, gourmet dinner accompanied by a selection of six wine pairings.
***Please note this experience may by temporally suspended due to COVID19 operational schedule restrictions** Please inquiry for a personalized proposal.
Overnight: Hotel Matilda
Day 2: Gastronomy, Art & Culture Walking Experience in San Miguel de Allende with Casa Dragones Tequila tasting
Today you will meet with your local expert guide at your hotel lobby for a guided walking journey to discover the insights and local knowledge into some of the most interesting local experiences and sites this beautiful city has to offer. Along with your guide, you will explore the iconic central plaza, where locals come to gather and chat under the shade of the trees before going inside San Miguel’s famous pink church that boasts gothic-style architecture. Your guide will lead you in discovering the best-kept secrets and wandering through the cobbled streets of this culturally rich town.
En route, you will stop at the Bellas Artes Art School and cultural Center, a truly beautiful oasis of peace. To culminate the experience you will also explore the historic Dôce 18 Concept House, a restored space to find the best proposals of art, cuisine and most exclusive boutiques of Mexican designers and where you will also enjoy 40 minutes and only by appointment Tequila experience in Casa Dragones New Tasting Room, a six-seat destination for sipping tequila and signature craft cocktails, Casa Dragones collaborated with the internationally acclaimed firm Meyer Davis, known for their made to measure approach to design and architecture, to create the intimate Tasting Room, which showcases Casa Dragones’ ongoing commitment to Mexican craftsmanship.
Schedules are variables times from 12 pm to 8pm- subject to availability.
Your experience will end downtown for Lunch (or Dinner) on your own, suggested at Jacinto’s or The Restaurant, as the perfect spot to end an exquisite experience.
Overnight: Hotel Matilda
Day 3: Privately Guided Guanajuato City Tour
Today, enjoy the delights of the UNESCO World Heritage City, Guanajuato.
Your personal expert guide will meet you at your hotel at 9am and you will be driven to Guanajuato. Here your guide will lead you in exploring the historical center, starting with a panoramic view over the city, taking in the interesting architecture and the plethora of colors. You will stroll the streets of the city with its underground passageways heading towards the central square, visiting churches and museums along the way. As you explore the city, its university, the Juarez Theatre and its tranquil plazas, your guide will tell you all about its rich history. The day will also include a visit to the house of muralist Diego Rivera where you will receive a special talk about his life and work, and no visit to Guanajuato is complete without passing by the narrow Alley of the Kiss, where you will learn about the love story that gives the street its name. Upon completion of your visit, you will be driven back to your hotel in San Miguel de Allende.
Overnight: Hotel Matilda
Day 4: Departure Day
Meet your driver at the hotel lobby for a private ride to Leon Airport where you can take your flight home. If you would like to extend this itinerary, speak to a Journey Mexico Travel Planner who will happily make the arrangements for you.
Dates
Our trips are fully customized, allowing us to build your itinerary for any time of the year.
Prices
Our custom-tailored journeys start from $1,000 USD per day for two travelers. Contact us today to discuss your travel desires and design a personalized proposal with exact pricing.
Please note, our pricing guideline is a starting from price and is not necessarily applicable to the suggested hotels contained within the suggested itineraries on this web site. Itineraries are customized prior to final pricing.
