PUERTO VALLARTA
The best days out on Banderas Bay.
The 15 most-booked city tours in Puerto Vallarta, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who runs it — so you can pick the right day on the bay and lock it in within a couple of minutes.
City highlights in Puerto Vallarta with hotel pickup, a walk on the Malecon, Guadalupe Church, and a coffee and tequila stop.
Most Popular“The time of pick up was confusing. It said the time of the tour was 9am, but I had one e-mail that said 9:30 and another said 9:45.”
Puerto Vallarta hop-on hop-off bus with 20 stops, panoramic views, and bilingual audio for about 3.5 hours, plus great value.
“that it is nit rushed and gives time to look around.”
5-hour private Puerto Vallarta tour for up to 6 with hotel/port pickup, Malecon, Old Town, photo stops, Mercado, optional tequila.
“We had a wonderful trip with Alfredo. It covered all of the main parts of the area, and allowed time for lunch, tequila and more! He is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide, and a good driver of course! Communication was very good from booking on, and I would recommend this tour to all!”
PV city tour with hotel pickup, Malecón walk, Municipal Palace, Guadalupe Church, and a tequila tasting, about 8 hours for $20.
“The parts of the tour we experienced was great. We missed an hour of the tour because of issues on your end and was compensated with a bottle of wine. We were transferred to another tour company to complete the tour.”
Puerto Vallarta city views, included tequila tasting, and Mariposario Morpho butterflies plus a calm hour at Mismaloya. Kids free.
“I enjoyed the excursion. It was very reasonably priced however, Viator told me to meet them at 8:40 and when I got there, they said it didn’t start till 10 o’clock.”
A private Puerto Vallarta tour with hotel pickup, flexible stops, and big viewpoints, plus optional tequila tasting and local food.
“Obi and his wife are great tour guides. They took us places we wish to see and very very gracious. The van was comfortable and air conditioned and they had water and drinks available. The lower rating is for the lunch. Th restaurant served good food but is way to expensive. The gave choice for…”
Puerto Vallarta coast tour with an open-top truck, Los Arcos photos, beach time, and optional Virgin Islands boat add-on.
“Great way to see the south coastline, visit beaches and get to know the area. Our guide was very thoughtful and attentive”
Churches, the Malecon waterfront, tequila tasting, and Mismaloya views in Puerto Vallarta in about 8 hours for a budget-friendly price.
“We had a great time on city tour. Eric was very knowledgeable of the culture and history. Lunch was an additional charge but was inexpensive and DELICIOUS!! I’ve done this same tour before, but this was the best. Would definitely recommend for first time visitors.”
A half-day Puerto Vallarta tour mixing **Fire Opal** stories, a stop at **Los Arcos**, and a guided **tequila tasting** at Rancho Verano.
“Our tour guide has a lot of side hustles going. The worst part was the $180. lunch at the tequila factory. This was for 6, However, $180 for lunch on a mountain in Mexico!?! Joe G.”
A 12-hour Puerto Vallarta city tour with a guide, Malecón monuments, Guadalupe Church, markets, Los Corrales views, and tequila tasting.
“I have got a ticket for my friend, the ticket with the lunch included, however my friend was not given a lunch and bought a meal for herself for $27 USD (it’s México, not even a fancy place to dine in) in a typical tourist trap restaurant. So she wasted about $30 USD for just…”
A private 5-hour Puerto Vallarta tour with Malecón photos, Guadalupe church, Conchas Chinas views, Mismaloya Arches, plus a market stop.
“We booked this tour with Juan on our first full day in PVR. It also happened to be my mothers 50th birthday! Before we ever arrived in PVR Juan did a great job communicating with us about what we wanted from out tour and we even discussed how to make it special for my mom.…”
Private 5-hour Puerto Vallarta tour with hotel pickup, Old Town and Malecón strolls, Guadalupe Church, goldsmiths and fire opals, local food, tequila tasting.
“Vichu was the best. We were lucky to have him as our guide. Our group highly recommends this tour with OBI.”
Private city and rainforest half-day in Puerto Vallarta with a guide, free landmark stops, river-side dining, and photo breaks.
“Tony was amazing. Very knowledgeable and helpful with our special needs person. Great restaurant recommended and lovely tequila stop. Thanks.”
4-hour electric bike tour from Puerto Vallarta into the Sierra Madre with Pacific ocean views, bilingual guides, fat-tire e-bikes for $81.
“I booked and paid ($359)for the e bike excursion. I received the 3 confirmed tickets on email. Two days before the cycle trip,I received a request for hotel information . I supplied the info the next day. I then called the e-bike company and they said the trip was full and we couldn’t go.we got…”
Private Puerto Vallarta highlights with tequila tasting, flexible pickup, comfortable van transport, and zero-pressure tasting in about 5–6 hours.
“Well organized tour with good communication. The tour guide knew how to avoid crowds, traffic and max our touring time. The van was clean, comfortable and roomy. We had great time at the Tequila tasting with NO pressure on shopping. He allowed us to go more sightseeing, photos instead of shopping. Thank you for his…”
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