Guachimontones The Pre-Hispanic Legacy of Jalisco
Overview
Discover the pre-Hispanic legacy of Jalisco in a cultural experience that combines history, archaeology, and living traditions. Tour the main points of interest of Teuchitlán, visit the impressive archaeological site of Guachimontones and its museum, learn about the fascinating circular architecture of one of the ancient civilizations of western Mexico.
Live an authentic experience making tortillas by hand, as traditionally done in Mexican homes, and enjoy a tasting of non-alcoholic beverages inspired by pre-Hispanic traditions that will bring you closer to the flavors and customs of our ancestors.
Don't miss the opportunity to see this UNESCO World Heritage site declared in 2006.
· Maximum group of 7 people. Enjoy a more exclusive and personalized tour.
· Recent model cars: Travel comfortably and with appropriate safety features during the trip.
· Accredited guides: local guides certified by the federal Ministry of Tourism.
What's Included
- Snacks Local sweet gorditas and bean tacos
- Alcoholic beverages tasting of pre-Hispanic beverages
- Bottled water
- Museum entrance and archaeological site in Guachimontones
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hand-made tortilla making class
- Tips
Meeting and Pickup
If your hotel is within our area and is not listed, send me an address message, if your address is not within our pickup area we have meeting points in the center of GDL. The guide will alert you with a message that has already reached the meeting point and will be waiting in the lobby or outside the home.
What To Expect
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Zona Arqueologica Teuchitlan o Guachimontones
4 hours Admission Ticket Included
Balneario El Rincon
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Teuchitlan
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Guachimontones The Pre-Hispanic Legacy of Jalisco?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. Local sweet gorditas and bean tacos.
- Alcoholic beverages. tasting of pre-Hispanic beverages.
- Bottled water.
- Museum entrance and archaeological site in Guachimontones.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- hand-made tortilla making class.
- tips.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Guachimontones The Pre-Hispanic Legacy of Jalisco is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Guachimontones The Pre-Hispanic Legacy of Jalisco will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksLocal sweet gorditas and bean tacos
- Alcoholic beveragestasting of pre-Hispanic beverages
- Bottled water
- Museum entrance and archaeological site in Guachimontones
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hand-made tortilla making class
- Tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
