"Travel from Guadalajara to the small city of Tequila aboard the absolutely gorgeous Jose Cuervo Express. The charming train comes with ultra-plush seating in every class to allow for maximum comfort as you journey through the emerald green agave fields en route to your final destination. On board the train, guests can take part in tequila tastings led by their team of 'Expert Tasters.'" - Travel + Leisure Editors
"The Jose Cuervo Express is the only old-style train in Mexico, offering a luxurious journey from Guadalajara to Tequila. Passengers can enjoy tequila tastings, agave harvesting, and Mexican snacks, along with onboard entertainment such as Loteria and mariachi music." - Rachel Chang
Rachel Chang
Rachel Chang is a travel and pop culture journalist who contributes to Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet, and more.
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A great way of transportation to jump in an visit the Tequila town in Jalisco, home of great tequila factories and plantation.
You can have good services and get drinks, foods and snacks on board, and have a great view on the landscape if you travel during daylight.
Despite the name express it's not a fast speed train, so just sit, relax and enjoy the ride.
Eddie Majors
Google
What an amazing experience. We had a great time learning the history of the brand. Taking the sunset train ride is the best option. The drinks really flow and I didn't want to be drunk before noon. We found an amazing restaurant in Tequila for lunch. The entertainment was amazing... we loved everything about this tour.
Rodrigo Ochoa
Google
Awesome tour of the Jose Cuervo Express, ride is roughly 2 to 2 ½ hrs from the Guadalajara station. If you're in the area I highly recommend this tour.
K.S
Google
This train is just amazing! It is 10000% worth the price… they keep giving you food and especially drinks constantly and show you allot of interesting stuff. The best part was the little fiesta on the agave field at the end. It just topped everything.
Would definitely do it again and fully recommend it.
Aaron Joseph
Google
Without doubt one of the best tours I've ever done. We did the morning train option with the elite package and were prepared for a big day so paced ourselves, but were still tipsy when getting off the train. The quality of tequila served in the bar cart definitely was worth it.
We met one family who went a little too hard in the morning and weren’t seen again in the afternoon and bus ride.
After the train you have a break from drinking for about 1.5hours as you do the distillery tour which evens you out.
We don’t recommend La Fonda Cholula for lunch. Over priced and poor food quality.
The show was way more fun than we thought it would be, The sunset in the agave field gorgeous and party that followed was incredible.
And Omar who was our English guide for the day fantastic - he knows so much about the history of the tequila families which is very interesting.
Honestly I thought this tour might be a bit of a gimmick and second guessed going, but the professionalism, seamless service and authentic experiences mixed through the day made this a tour one I would recommend to friends and family.
NOTES:
Tequila - water - repeat.
There is no shortage of free tequila. Pace it.
Drop off and pick up are in two different locations 20 mins apart.
Order uber or taxi ahead of time for your drop off location. We timed our uber for when we were pulling in to the bus depot and saw everyone struggling to get one after us.
Go back to the museum after the tour and explore some more.
Ask about the tequila family histories.
Angelica S
Google
Had the most amazing day. Will be bringing friends and family with me next time. Well worth the money! There is no shortage of drinks. From 9am until 7pm. Our tour guide was amazing. All the staff is so much fun. We did the morning train and bus back to Guadalajara. I feel like this is the best option. The evening party at the agave field was the highlight of the day. And the most amazing churros!!
Rosa Isais
Google
Worth the time and money! Went with a pretty big group of friends, and we ALL had a blast. Our server Roro on the train was fabulous! I'd definitely go back if I visit again.
Joshua Revette
Google
Great tour and experience all around. Learned a lot more about tequila and had some great tastings. Bought a bottle of the family reserve. Would definitely return.