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Ancestral Drinks: Mezcal and Pulque from the Heart of the Desert

Guided morning mezcal and afternoon pulque tour with desert hiking and visits to agave producers

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Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 5 hours

In San Luis Potosí you will explore the agave traditions that shape local identity. The morning session focuses on mezcal production, including the ancestral Mezcal de Campanilla, so you will learn about how mezcal is made and about its place in local culture. The afternoon shifts to pre‑Hispanic pulque and a desert hike, giving a different view of agave drinks and the landscape that produces them.

Along the way you will visit communities that preserve these ancestral techniques and get to know the rural surroundings near the capital city. You will learn that pulque and mezcal come from the same plant and hear how each drink reflects distinct traditions. As you move through the Guachichil desert, you will also experience the open, sunlit landscape that shapes the region’s agave culture. The tour combines cultural insight with time in nature, connecting the drinks to the people and places that keep these customs alive.

Why visit

  • Morning tour focused on mezcal production in nearby communities
  • Afternoon tour centered on pulque traditions combined with desert hiking
  • Agave plant link between pulque and mezcal traditions
  • Ancestral MEZCAL DE CAMPANILLA from San Luis Potosí tradition

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • GORP energy bar
  • One ounce ancestral mezcal and cup of pulque
  • All taxes and fees
  • SECTUR certified guide NOM-009-TUR-2002

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Lunch

    Tour available in your selected language

    English
    Spanish

    Additional information

    Not recommended for pregnant travelers

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    +18: Alcoholic Beverages Age Restrictions

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Location

    Departure point

    Av Manuel J. Clouthier 1923, Av Manuel J. Clouthier 1923, San Luis Potosí, 78269
    Our meeting point will be in the parking of the Plaza Soriana next to the famous fried chicken restaurant (KFC).

    End point

    Av Manuel J. Clouthier 1923, Av Manuel J. Clouthier 1923, San Luis Potosí, 78269

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