10 Day Trips from in Puerto Vallarta That You Shouldn't Miss

June 1, 2021 Etsuko Causey

Strolling, shopping, and sipping tequila along the Malecon boardwalk of Puerto Vallarta is the best way to kick off your vacation. Then hit the cobblestone streets of Old Vallarta to browse the flea market for handmade crafts. The calm, warm waters of the Bay of Banderas make for excellent diving, or you can just watch artists sculpt spectacular creations in the sand. The cluster of fine art galleries in El Centro are perfect spots to hit on a self-guided art tour.
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1. Private Tour: San Sebastian del Oeste Day Trip

Superior Tours Vallarta
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Nominated as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, the former mining town of San Sebastian del Oeste is now a quiet mountain village located about 1.5 hours from Puerto Vallarta. With a personal guide you'll visit a coffee plantation, main plaza, and other highlights of the colonial town, with a stop for lunch (own expense). Private transport from your hotel or cruise port is included.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, , Gratuities

Reviewed By 331austini

Amazing all around! Most responsive tourism company I've dealt with. Quick, easy, affordable, and friendly. What more could you ask for.

2. 8 Passenger Vallarta Private City Tour

My Tours Vallarta
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Once You do this tour You will feel like a local. See Vallarta´s intimacy and surrounding areas on a private and comfortable air conditioned van.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Private tour, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tequila tasting (optional)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Judy S

We visited Puerto Vallarta in February and booked a private tour of Sayulito and San Pancho and another for a modified city tour that included the Botannical Gardens. Both fantastic! This is the second time we've visited the city and booked Bernardo, and once again we weren't disappointed. If you want a personalized tour of any kind and a knowledgeable, friendly tour guide with a great sense of humor and gift of communication, book with Bernardo. He is the best! No negatives! Can't wait to return! Judy Sneller

3. Private City Highlight Tour with Tequila Tasting

Puerto Vallarta Discovery - Day Tours
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Come to enjoy Puerto Vallarta, on this tour you will have a private vehicle and tour guide who will show and explain you the most important places of this beautiful place. Does not matter if you are comming by plane, cruise ship or you are already at Puerto Vallarta, we can pick you up in a meeting point.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Tequila tasting, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Travel225505

I enjoyed our tour. Feeding the koi was fun. The gardens are beautiful. The breeze on the 2nd floor was refreshing

4. Private Bahia de Banderas south beaches adventure

Mr. Cream Pancakes & Waffles, Condominios Marina Sol S/N, Marina Vallarta, 48354 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Vallarta Natours
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The south saide of the bay offers unique beaches, that can only be reached by boat Our boat is 27 feet long and has a bathroom and cabin, as well as roof covering 3/4 of the boat, a ladder to get on the boat after the snorkeling activity and life vests for each passenger.  Explore some of the famous south towns, like Yelapa, Qumixto, Majahuitas, Las Animas and more. Have lunch at one of thease great places and ejoy the beach!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, Professional guide, Use of Snorkelling equipment

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions, 40 pesos per person Port fee

Reviewed By Svahidmoore

Anyone get go snorkelling with xyz tours. What sets vallarta natours from the rest is your guide Thalia. She is a polyglot and marine biologist, thus super knowledgeable about the marine life you'll encounter.

5. Private Best of Nayarit

Superior Tours Vallarta
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Visit La Peñita, San Pancho and the surf town of Sayulita located North of Puerto Vallarta. Included in the tour: Pick up and drop off at your holiday address Private guide/driver All permits paid Complementary cooler with bottled water on ice. Not included: Personal expenses, Lunch and Gratuities

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Complementary cooler with bottled water, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Personal Expenses, The listed price does not include a $20.00USD harbor fee in case you arrive by ship, payable at the time of tour check-in.

Reviewed By 331austini

Amazing all around! Most responsive tourism company I've dealt with. Quick, easy, affordable, and friendly. What more could you ask for.

6. Puerto Vallarta Gay Bar Hopping Tour

Venustiano Carranza 210, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Gay Vallarta Bar Hopping
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Join the VIP Party and Experience the exciting gay nightlife in Mexico's number one gay destination. Celebrate your special event and Meet new friends from all over the world. Our friendly host escorts you to the hottest gay bars in Puerto Vallarta with choices including a drag show bar, an all-male revue (optional), a go go bar, quieter bars with open air spaces, or the number one gay dance club in town. Choose our most popular option to start the tour: a delicious 3-course meal with 2 drinks which includes our popular hour of fun and sexy bar hop game during dinner.

Inclusions: Visit a variety of gay bars like all-male revue (optional) dance clubs or open air bars, Friendly local expert host, Gratuities for bar and restaurant staff, Live Entertainment, VIP access to clubs as often as possible with advance reservations (no covers, no lines), Special VIP seating, The Delicious Dinner Option is our most popular option. It adds a 3 course meal and 2 drinks to your tour as well as a fun and games hour celebrating special events., 4 additional drinks at 4 other bars are included in the tour!

Exclusions: Gratuities to our tour host *we suggest a 300 pesos gratuity per person., Transportation to and from the meeting point

Reviewed By mike19067

Our first time to Puerto Vallarta and this tour added so much to it! We loved the city and this tour gave us a feel for gay night life. The variety of the places that we toured ensured that there would be something for everyone and there was! Tim and the other guide (sorry I forgot his name) were great and really worked at making sure that everyone had a good time.

7. Yelapa and Majahuitas Puerto Vallarta

A.P.I. Puerto Vallarta S.A. de C.V., Terminal Marítima, Blvrd Francisco Medina Ascencio km 4.5, Zona Hotelera, Área Militar de Vallarta, 48333 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Mexitravels
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On the way back to Puerto Vallarta aboard the catamaran with open bar, you will enjoy a fun party where you can dance till you drop. Regardless of what you decide to do during this great tour, your memories will remain forever with the beautiful landscapes that your eyes will witness. Discovering the fascinating secrets of these beaches will be a pleasure that will be worth experiencing. Not available for cruise passengers

Inclusions: Deli style food, Open bar on board, Snorkeling and kayaking equipment

Exclusions: Horse rental (additional fees), Drinks on the beach of Yelapa (additional charges), Entrance / Admission - Magic Port, Activity not available for cruise passengers

Reviewed By marcbA4131QF

Monse handled all of our concierge needs and took great care of our large group of 41 people. From transportation to all of our activities, Monse and Luis did a fantastic job for us.

8. Private Boat Tour to Yelapa with Snorkeling and Waterfall Hike

Muelle Olas Altas, Playa Olas Altas, Emiliano Zapata, Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Estigo Tours
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Join one of our guides for this Private Boat Tour from Puerto Vallarta, we will pick you up at City Center Los Muertos Pier and whisk you away to enjoy a scenic private boat ride to the famous natural landmark “Los Arcos” where you will be given time to snorkel at this amazing site. From here you will head to the popular Yelapa beach, we will will take you off the beaten track to explore local spots by boat, on our way to the destination we will explore secluded beaches, snorkel with tropical fish. Once in Yelapa we invite you to meander through the rustic narrow cobblestone pedestrian streets, to reach Cola de Caballo waterfall and go for a swim or just take photos and enjoy the tranquil beauty. This local crafted tour is a must-see for everyone visiting Puerto Vallarta. Guests are encouraged to bring drinks and snacks on board to enjoy while coasting along the beautiful bay.

Inclusions: Ice Chest, Use of Snorkelling equipment

Exclusions: The price of Food and Drinks are not included on this tour.

Reviewed By Adventurer_brian

1st of June 2021, The guys were great. Safe and fun....we will have to do it agian next time. Worth every penny/peso! Enjoyed two different tours on two different days. ATV and Zipline, and then a private boat trip to Yalappa. Amazing. Stoped and had lunch at Fanny's and the boat tour was great he spoke English very well and really explained alot about the people and the area.

9. Chica Sailing ADVENTURE ALL INCLUSIVE 7-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR*

La Marina Puerto Vallarta, Av Paseo de la Marina, Marina Vallarta, 48450 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Chica Locca
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Let you find a few hours from your busy life and indulge in exploring enthralling natural scenery with a half-day tour in the Bay. Designed to offer a quick getaway, our Chica Sailing takes you on a fun-filled sea trip. You have all the essential elements of a big trip, including boating, snorkeling, SUP, kayaking, rafting, and mat floating though for a limited time. Embark on a romantic sojourn amid waves and watching the setting sun on our charming catamaran cruise. The adoringly decked cruise spacious to handle up to 20 guests and flawlessly delightful for intimate sailing trips for 2-4 couples. Unravel the picturesque natural setting over the Bay as the boat sails through pleasant waves. Travel to Marietas Islands and Yelapa while blown away in the lovey-dovey ambiance marked by comfy cushions, pure privacy, an open bar, and awesome food and music. Let Chica Locca takes you to anywhere you want while romancing the sea and cuddling with your beloved.

Inclusions: Local Guide, Unlimited Premium Open Bar, Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled water, Breakfast, Coffee and/or Tea, Restroom on board, Snacks, Soda/Pop, Use of Snorkelling equipment

Exclusions: Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off, Souvenir Photos (Available for Purchase), Gratuities

Reviewed By JordanJ1369

This trip is highly recommended. My wife and I were staying in Sayulita and met with the tour operators and driver right off the town square across from Coco Banana. The van ride to the marina was about 20 minutes. The boat/catamaran was awesome! Came with a lower and upper deck, two water slides from the top deck, a couple hammocks and comfy seating all around. The service and crew were top notch. Everyone was polite, funny and welcoming. They started off serving us fruit, pastries and whatever you wanted to drink for breakfast (alcohol or nonalcoholic) and provided nonstop fun and service the whole way to the islands. Once you get to the islands, you are transported in a smaller boat to an area where it is safe to swim to the islands themselves where you you can get some amazing pictures and see sights not many will ever experience. The ride back is just as fun, if not more so. You continue with as many drinks as you'd like. We had fajitas for lunch, which were delicious, and we did a bit of fishing off the back on the way home. Overall 6 outta 5 rating. Love these folks and will definitely be back for more tours

10. Scuba Diving Vallarta Undersea

Proa 22, Marina Vallarta, 48335 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Vallarta Under Sea
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Trips departure daily at 9am. Check in starts at 8:30 am. We offer trips as follow and could be changed for local conditions: Monday, Wednesday and Fridays: Los Arcos and Majahuitas (Begginners are welcome). Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays: Marietas Islands only certified divers. (Hiden beach available wednesday trough sunday extra cost of $25 if conditions allow) Divers must show certfication card. Sundays: Los Arcos National Park. We look always the best conditions acording with visibility, currents and waves for your convenience. All of our trips are all inclusive tours, we includes 2 tanks, full set of gear, guide, boat ride and permits for diving at the marine reserves. Our boats are fast, comfortable and safe, our guides know perfectly how to assist you on the boat, during the in water activity and hidden beach access. The information provided by our staff and theire experience is unvaluable. Hidden beach access is available from wednesday through sunday only.

Inclusions: Use of life vest, Boat ride, Box lunch & fruit, CONANP (Federal gov) fee, Conservacy donation fee to Bahia Unida, Permits for national park, Bottled water, Use of Snorkelling equipment

Exclusions: Hiden beach deposit must be paid cash during check in mx$500 (u$25), Boarding fee must be paid in cash when check in. mx$50 (u$3.00), Gratuities

Reviewed By 134ciarat

This was an adventure that is not to be missed! Lisandro, our tour guide, was amazing and he talked to us about the islands and all of the wildlife around them. We saw whales, beautiful fish, coral, laughing gulls, turtles and a giant manta ray. The hidden beach and the caves within it were amazing and I loved all of the snorkeling. This is a must do adventure when you are in Puerto Vallarta!

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