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Like most boardwalks, Puerto Vallarta’s promenade, known as El Malecon, is dotted with sightseeing opportunities, cafes, shops, galleries, and performers. Overlooking the Bay of Banderas, the mile-long stretch offers scenic views during the day. And in the evening, the waterfront nightclubs and discos open their doors to party-seeking locals and visitors.
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Full-Day Puerto Vallarta City Highlights Tour
See the highlights of Puerto Vallarta on a full-day tour that explores downtown, Los Arcos, and Mismaloya Beach. With an expert guide to lead the way, you’ll stroll the Malecón, see gorgeous coastal scenery, and visit a tequila distillery for a tour and tasting. This Puerto Vallarta tour is a great choice for first-time visitors, and it includes pickup and drop-off at local hotels.
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$29.00
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Downtown Puerto Vallarta Food Tour
Get acquainted with Puerto Vallarta's delicious food scene on this 3.5-hour food and eating walking tour. With an expert foodie leading the way, sample the diverse array of the city's edible delights, from tacos to sweets on this culinary adventure. Stop at 10 different spots to sample the food. And while going from place to place, see some of the highlights of the town and learn about the history of Puerto Vallarta. This small-group tour is limited to just 10 people, ensuring plenty of personalized attention. Suitable for all age groups and fitness levels.
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$55.00
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Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Create your own personalized itinerary for sightseeing in Puerto Vallarta on a hop-on hop-off bus tour. You'll enjoy privileged views of the seaside city on the top deck, as well as the freedom to descend whenever an attraction catches your eye. Plus, your ticket includes tequila tasting, a lounger on Mangos Beach, and entry to a chocolate factory.
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Amazing Vallarta
Discover the highlights of Puerto Vallarta on a full-day sightseeing tour that is ideal for first-time visitors. See the downtown, Marina Vallarta, Los Arcos, and other destinations, then stop into a tequila factory for a tasting of their products. You’ll also head into the rain forest, and have time for shopping and lunch (own expense) before drop-off at your hotel.
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Sierra Madre ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta
Drive an ATV through the Sierra Madre Mountains on a half-day adventure from Puerto Vallarta. You’ll splash through jungle rivers, pass quaint villages, and get a glimpse of the real Jalisco, far from crowded resorts. Choose between a 3- and 4-hour trip by ATV, and spend the day exploring the Puerto Vallarta countryside, with both morning and afternoon departures available.
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Arcos - Animas - Quimixto. By Grupo Naviero de la Bahìa (Bahia Alegre)
This tour is a great opportunity to visit semi-virgin beaches that can only be accessed via sea, with a pleasant trip admiring beautiful landscapes and enjoying the local flora and fauna with the best boat and crew which will do the impossible to May your trip be an unforgettable experience and a great party from beginning to end.
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City Tour Puerto Vallarta - Churches, Tequila Test and more
If you have never visited downtown Vallarta, it is likely that when you see them you do not believe that a place like this existed in Mexico. We will observe hundreds of beautiful places within the city that you will really be surprised
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Yelapa & Majahuitas Snorkeling Tour from Puerto Vallarta
Spend hours at your leisure in the forests, bays, and beaches outside Puerto Vallarta. This relaxing day trip takes you to the nearby villages of Yelapa and Majahuitas. A light breakfast and buffet lunch are served on the boat where you’ll have access to sandy shoreline and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters.
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Las Caletas Day Tour from Puerto Vallarta with Lunch and Open Bar
Discover the secluded and sublime Las Caletas nature reserve on an enchanting full-day tour from Puerto Vallarta. Venture to Mexico’s answer to the Garden of Eden during your excursion to the coastal haven of Banderas Bay; stroll through the atmospheric jungle on the hunt for diverse wildlife; experience an authentic cooking class; or let the stress slip away on the golden sands of the beach. Enjoy a light breakfast, fulfilling and flavorsome buffet lunch in addition to an open bar on this family-friendly adventure.
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Puerto Vallarta Cruise and Candlelight Dinner Show
Immerse yourself in the magical mysticism of Las Caletas by night with an enchanting evening excursion from Puerta Vallarta. Watch the sun sink into the shimmering sea as you sail to a secluded beach surrounded by rugged rock formations. Dine upon a gourmet 3-course meal by candlelight before watching the renowned Rhythms of the Night show, a stunning spectacle that promises to transport viewers to a spiritual land that time forgot.
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Private Tour in El Malecon Boardwalk Bike Ride
Cycle along Puerto Vallarta's El Malecon boardwalk on this private 2.5-hour bike tour. With just your family and friends, soak up gorgeous views of Banderas Bay and check out landmarks along the way, including the Cathedral, lighthouse and the pier. Visit local-favorite eateries for lunch and ice cream (own expense), and learn about the city’s history and architecture from an informative guide.
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Luxury Yacht & Snorkel in Puerto Vallarta
Climb aboard a luxury yacht for a sightseeing cruise in Puerto Vallarta. Experience the natural beauty of the Bay of Banderas during this boat trip. Go snorkeling or paddelboarding during the excursion and keep an eye out for wildlife including dolphins, turtles, and tropical fish. Relax on deck and admire views of the coastline around Puerto Vallarta. Drinks and snacks are included.
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Wild dolphins encounter & snorkeling
Go in search of dolphins in their native environment on this wildlife cruise from Puerto Vallarta. You'll see wild dolphins and have the chance to swim with them, if the conditions are right. Then visit a snorkeling location to discover the underwater world of Mexico's Pacific coast.
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Puerto Vallarta Local-Style Walking tour
Start your day with a walking tour of downtown Puerto Vallarta—ideal for a shore excursion or for first-time visitors. Taste authentic Mexican food at a local-approved taco stand, ride a public bus, and take in the sights along the malecon (waterfront promenade). Learn about local culture with visits to the cathedral and the market, and then enjoy a leisurely stroll through Puerto Vallarta's Old Town.
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Private Tour: El Eden ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta
This fully customizable private half-day ATV tour takes you through Puerto Vallarta to El Eden for a jungle adventure. With just your family and friends, enjoy a variety of landscapes as you drive your all-terrain vehicle through downtown, along a highway and into the woods of El Eden. Choose from a variety of stops: to swim in rivers, visit a charming fishing village and see a filming location for the movie ‘The Predator.' Experience a different side of Puerto Vallarta with this tour ideal for riders with previous experience on ATVs.
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1 to 6 Passengers Vallarta Private City Tour
See the highlights of Puerto Vallarta: the rich history, beautiful architecture, and stunning scenery that has made it a tourist hotspot for many years. Visit the seaside Malecon and celebrated Lady of Guadalupe Church. You will stop at several lookout points for spectacular views of the Bay of Banderas and Los Arcos before lunch and the return trip to your hotel.
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Puerto Vallarta 360 City Tour
Enjoy the perfect mix of city and countryside locations on this in-depth Puerto Vallarta tour. Tick off all the highlights of the lively Mexican beach community, from centuries-old adobe houses to the stunning waterside Malecon. Other highlights include visits to lush green Nogalito Eco Park and an artisanal silver workshop, plus a tequila tasting and chef-prepared lunch.
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Private ATV Tour of Everything Puerto Vallarta. (3 HRS)
See Puerto Vallarta from every angle with a single or double ATV tour. Cruise over dirt roads and water hazards, which are no match for your ATV. Share this personalized experience with friends or family. Drive past rivers and valleys, through meandering roads and past villages to the Sierra Madre jungle, before returning to Puerto Vallarta on this tour.
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Snorkel Tour in Las Gatas Water Break
The tranquil beach of La Gatas, one of Zihuatanejo's main attractions, is the perfect prescription for a harried life. On this half-day tour, wade in the calm waters and relax in a comfy lounge chair with that book you’ve been meaning to read. Get a kick out of the 18-foot bronze statue of Jesus underwater, and partake in water activities as you like (own expense). A delicious grilled lunch and hotel transport from Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo are included.
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ATV-Zip Line Combo Adventure Tour from Puerto Vallarta
Get away from the Puerto Vallarta crowds with this combo ATV off-road and zipline tour. Easily navigate over rugged backcountry roads in your ATV—you go up in elevation and catch incredible views along the way—and then soar down an 8-cable zipline course. Photo and video footage is included, too, for extra value.
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Private Tour: Puerto Vallarta City Sightseeing
Experience Puerto Vallarta's history and authentic attractions on a sightseeing tour of the city. Set out in a private van to explore this resort town and its many offerings. Take a walk along the waterfront Malecón, visit the iconic Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic church and see beautiful Mismaloya Beach, which played a starting role in John Huston's 1963 film 'Night of the Iguana' and officially put Puerto Vallarta on the tourist map. Learn how tequila is made at an area factory and even visit a local market or two.
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$400.00
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Puerto Vallarta VIP Promotional Tour
This half day tour will give you an in-depth look at the beautiful city of Puerto Vallarta. Beginning at the Marina, this tour takes you to the resident’s area where our local guide will show you the wildlife and ecology of the area – you could even spot a crocodile! There's plenty to photograph as you walk on the Malecon Boardwalk and cross the suspension bridge to Isla Cuale.
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Puerto Vallarta City Tour
Our Puerto Vallarta City Tour is the best way to discover and explore this charming beachside city. An expert guide will lead you to the most important Puerto Vallarta’s attractions and share fascinating facts and tales. You’ll learn about the history of this unique seaside town, do a little shopping in the artisans market and of course, there will be tequila tasting! You soon will be a Puerto Vallarta expert by the end of this tour down hidden streets and main avenues. Keep those cameras out for spectacular photos of architecture and nature and the beauty of Mexico!
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ATV and Zipline Adventure Combo Tour with Tequila Tasting
This half-day tour near Puerto Vallarta combines several adventures in the morning or afternoon. After an ATV tour, take a dip in the Canopy River, then ride a zipline course through the treetops with the Sierra Madre Mountains as your backdrop. A short mule ride to Jalisco ends with a tequila-tasting session.
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$170.00
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- La Marigalante
- Sierra Madre Mountains
- Las Caletas
- Los Arcos
- Marietas Islands
- Beach of the Dead (Playa de los Muertos)
- Aquaventuras Park
- El Tuito
- Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe)
- Boca de Tomatlán
- Vallarta Botanical Gardens (Jardín Botánico de Vallarta)
- Puerto Vallarta Cruise Port
- Zona Romantica
- Nuevo Vallarta