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A group of people standing in front of terraced hills. 1
A person holding a square plate with a dish containing a slice of bread topped with diced mango, cucumber, and red onion. 2
Three people standing on a boat with a river and greenery in the background. 3
Three people walking towards a building with a sign reading "GUACHIMONTONES". 4
Terraced fields with a fence in the foreground. 5

Complete Archaeological and Cultural Experience in Guachimontones

By Tours Jalisco Aventurero
Free cancellation available
Price is $80 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

This experience is designed for those who want to know Guachimontones thoroughly. The tour focuses on the archaeological area of Guachimontones, home to the Teuchitlan tradition, one of the most unique cultural expressions of western Mexico, famous for its circular pyramids and its relationship with the landscape.

During the visit the archaeological site is explored understanding its historical, social and symbolic context, walking between the structures and the natural environment around them.

The tour continues to the Vega Dam, where you stop at a local restaurant to rest and enjoy the surroundings. The stop is free; it does not include food, allowing each visitor to decide whether to consume or simply appreciate the landscape.

As part of the tour, you will visit a craft shop and a craft workshop, where you will get to know the local manual labor, the processes and materials, and the cultural value behind each piece.

Activity location

  • Zona Arqueologica Teuchitlan o Guachimontones
    • Carretera Estatal 604 Guadalajara-San Marcos km 56
    • 46762, Teuchitlan, Jalisco, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Zona Arqueologica Teuchitlan o Guachimontones
    • Carretera Estatal 604 Guadalajara-San Marcos km 56
    • 46762, Teuchitlan, Jalisco, Mexico

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Tour Guachimontones in Multilingual

  • Earn $7.80
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Sun 9:00am-6:00pm
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
$260.00 x 1 Adult$260.00
Total
Price is $260.00

What's included, what's not

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    Private transportation
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    Bottled water
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Tequila Tasting
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    Meals
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    Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Zona Arqueologica Teuchitlan o Guachimontones

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
The visit begins in the archaeological zone of Guachimontones, one of the most unique pre-Hispanic sites in Mexico and a key piece of the Teuchitlan tradition. Unlike other areas, here the structures are circular, integrated into the landscape and intended as ceremonial, social and symbolic centers. The tour includes the site museum, where explanatory videos are projected and the historical and cultural context of the place is presented, allowing to understand the origin, function and importance of circular pyramids before touring them. Afterwards, a guided walk through the archaeological zone is carried out, exploring the different structures, squares and pyramids, with clear explanations about their use, meaning and relationship with the environment. The tour is done with certified guides, at a quiet pace, allowing you to ask questions, observe details and enjoy the site without rush.

La Rana Artesana

  • 30m
Handicrafts and Craft Workshop Work in obsidian After the archaeological visit, the tour continues to a local artisan workshop, specialized in the work of obsidian, one of the most representative materials of the region since pre-Hispanic times. It explains the historical use of this material, its cultural value and its permanence as a living craft transmitted from generation to generation. The visit allows us to observe closely the traditional techniques used to create tools, decorative objects and symbolic pieces, understanding the relationship between the pre-Hispanic past and contemporary craftsmanship. There is also a visit to the craft shop, where you can see and purchase authentic pieces directly from the artisans. This stop complements the archaeological experience by connecting ancient history with the living traditions of the region, offering a direct and authentic approach to local culture.

Restaurante SOKY Teuchitlán

  • 2h
The tour continues to the Vega Dam, a natural environment that contrasts with the archaeological visit and offers a space to relax, breathe and enjoy the landscape. It is a stop designed to slow down, appreciate the surroundings and connect with the local life of the region. At this point you will visit the Soky restaurant, located on the shore of the dam. The stop is for rest and leisure time, allowing visitors to enjoy the place, take pictures or simply gaze at the landscape. It is important to note that food and beverages are not included in the tour. Each visitor can freely decide whether to consume in the restaurant or just take advantage of the space to relax. This stop complements the experience of the day by balancing history, culture and nature, closing the tour with a quiet moment before returning.

Location

Activity location

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    Zona Arqueologica Teuchitlan o Guachimontones
    • Carretera Estatal 604 Guadalajara-San Marcos km 56
    • 46762, Teuchitlan, Jalisco, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Zona Arqueologica Teuchitlan o Guachimontones
    • Carretera Estatal 604 Guadalajara-San Marcos km 56
    • 46762, Teuchitlan, Jalisco, Mexico

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