José Cuervo Tours from Guadalajara to Tequila

Explore José Cuervo tours with TQM Tours—choose the scenic Cuervo Express train or a private distillery experience at La Rojeña in Tequila, Jalisco. Compare Amanecer vs Atardecer to pick the perfect train option.

José Cuervo Express train crossing agave fields
Train Experience

José Cuervo Express – Premium Plus

One of the most scenic train rides in Mexico, this luxurious tour transports you through Jalisco’s agave fields with live entertainment and tastings onboard.

  • Premium train car & entertainment
  • La Rojeña distillery access
  • Optional Cantaritos El Güero stop
Chocolate and tequila pairing at La Rojeña
Distillery Experience

José Cuervo Distillery Tour – Chocolate Pairing

This intimate experience brings you into the heart of tequila production with a focus on tradition, flavor, and sensory pairings in Tequila, Jalisco.

  • Private transportation from Guadalajara
  • Exclusive tequila & chocolate pairing
  • Access to Reserva de la Familia cellar

Compare Your Options

TrainDistillery
Best ForGroups, celebrations, first-time visitorsCouples, tequila lovers, large parties
ExperienceScenic luxury train, tastings & entertainmentPrivate guided tastings and cellar access
DurationFull dayHalf-day or full-day options
BookingExplore train toursExplore distillery tours

Explore José Cuervo tours from Guadalajara to Tequila with TQM Tours. Choose from luxury train rides like the José Cuervo Express, or private distillery visits that include cellar access and curated tastings. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, exploring Jalisco for the first time, or diving deep into tequila culture, we have the perfect experience for you. Book now to start your unforgettable journey.

José Cuervo Express — Choose Your Experience

Four ways to ride from Guadalajara to Tequila: Premium Plus, Diamond, or Elite. All include agave fields & jimado demo, La Rojeña distillery tour, an educational tasting, time in Pueblo Mágico Tequila, and a Mexican show. Amanecer (train to Tequila) and Atardecer (train back) itineraries run ~11 hours. Source: Mundo Cuervo 2025 brochure.

Family José Cuervo Express family train experience
Train Class

Express (Family)

All Ages Amanecer / Atardecer Guided tasting*
  • Family-friendly Express wagons with light snacks & soft drinks.
  • Onboard cocktail service available for adults.
  • Kids & under-18 welcome (see policy).
Premium Plus lounge-style wagon on the José Cuervo Express
Train Class

Premium Plus

18+ Only Amanecer / Atardecer Educational Tasting
  • Premium Plus wagon service with snacks & cocktail bar.
  • Additional bar with Reserva de la Familia® Platino available.
  • Agave fields & jimado demo + La Rojeña distillery tour.
Diamond wagon interior on the José Cuervo Express
Train Class

Diamond Experience

18+ Only Reserva de la Familia® tasting Cava access
  • Elegant Diamond wagon + regional snacks & cocktails.
  • Reserva de la Familia® Platino/Reposado/Extra Añejo bar.
  • Private visit to the Reserva de la Familia® cava.
Elite exclusive wagon on the José Cuervo Express
Train Class

Elite Experience

18+ Only Exclusive wagon Sensorial tasting
  • Exclusive Elite wagon + regional snacks & cocktails.
  • Reserva de la Familia® Platino/Reposado/Extra Añejo bar.
  • Sensorial three-glass tasting + cava access.

What’s Included at a Glance

Premium PlusDiamondElite
Age18+ only18+ only18+ only
WagonPremium PlusDiamond wagonExclusive Elite wagon
BarSnacks + cocktails; additional bar with Reserva de la Familia® PlatinoRegional snacks + cocktails; Platino/Reposado/Extra Añejo barRegional snacks + cocktails; Platino/Reposado/Extra Añejo bar
Guided TastingEducational tasting (3 glasses) with Jose Cuervo Tradicional®Educational tasting with Reserva de la Familia® + premium house toastSensorial tasting (3 glasses) with Reserva de la Familia® + premium house toast
Cava AccessYes (Reserva de la Familia®)Yes (Reserva de la Familia®)
ItinerariesAmanecer (train to Tequila) or Atardecer (train back). Duration ~11 hours each.

Amanecer — Train to Tequila (≈11 hrs)

Check-in

Depart by train (Ferromex station)

Educational tasting onboard; arrive in Tequila

La Rojeña + Cultural Center + free time & show

Fields & jimado demo → bus return to Casa Cuervo (EDISA)

Atardecer — Train Back to Guadalajara (≈11 hrs)

Check-in at Casa Cuervo (EDISA) → bus to agave fields

Jimado demo → Cultural Center + La Rojeña → free time & show

Board the train in Tequila → educational tasting onboard

Arrive Ferromex station (GDL)

Source: Mundo Cuervo “JCE Presentación 2025” brochure confirms inclusions for Premium Plus, Diamond, and Elite (bars, tastings, cava access, 18+ restriction) and 11-hour Amanecer & Atardecer itineraries.

Amanecer vs Atardecer — Which itinerary fits you?

Both itineraries run about 11 hours and include Mundo Cuervo highlights. Amanecer rides the train to Tequila in the morning; Atardecer rides the train back to Guadalajara in the evening (with the onboard tasting then).

Amanecer Amanecer train to Tequila through agave fields
Train → Tequila • Bus back

Morning train into Tequila (≈11 hrs)

Great if you want the scenic ride first and a flexible afternoon in town.

Check-in at Ferromex station (GDL)

Depart by train to Tequila — educational tasting onboard

Arrive in Tequila; Mundo Cuervo visits (Cultural Center & La Rojeña)

Free time for lunch, Pueblo Mágico, and Mexican show

Bus to agave fields for jimado demo → bus return toward GDL

Optional add-on (TQM Tours): If you book Amanecer, you can choose a private return with a stop at Cantaritos El Güero. You’ll not ride back with the Cuervo group; we connect you with vetted, independent local driver-guides (authorized guides) who operate their own insured vehicles. Other stops available on request.

Amanecer timing and flow per Mundo Cuervo 2025 brochure.

Atardecer Atardecer evening train returning to Guadalajara
Bus → Tequila • Train back

Evening train back to Guadalajara (≈11 hrs)

Perfect if you prefer more time in Tequila and the tasting onboard on the way back.

Check-in at Casa Cuervo (EDISA) → bus to agave fields

Jimado demo → Mundo Cuervo visits (Cultural Center & La Rojeña) → free time & show

Board the train in Tequila → educational tasting onboard

Arrive Ferromex station (GDL)

Atardecer timing and flow per Mundo Cuervo 2025 brochure.

Quick Differences

Train Segment

Amanecer: Morning train to Tequila.
Atardecer: Evening train back to GDL.

Tasting Timing

Amanecer: Tasting onboard in the morning.
Atardecer: Tasting onboard in the evening.

Return Options

Amanecer: Standard return by bus. Or upgrade to a private return coordinated via independent local driver-guides, with an optional stop at Cantaritos El Güero.

How rides are coordinated: TQM Tours does not provide transportation services directly. We coordinate round-trip pickups with independent, authorized local driver-guides who operate their own insured vehicles. Staying in Tequila? We can arrange pickup in Tequila to start in Guadalajara; after the train, choose to return to Tequila in a privately coordinated ride or continue to Guadalajara.

Sources: Mundo Cuervo 2025 brochure timelines for Amanecer/Atardecer (durations, order of activities, departure/arrival points). :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

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