Xochimilco Mezcal Party: Culture, Flavor, and Fun
Historic Center of Mexico City, Mexico
For all the bad, mezcal... and for all the good, too! Tour Xochimilco to the rhythm of music, taste unique mezcals, and celebrate Mexican culture like a local.
Mezcal Tasting Tour by Trajinera in Xochimilco
Experience a two-hour artisanal mezcal tasting tour on a traditional trajinera boat in Xochimilco, Mexico City, ideal for culture and food enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Explore Xochimilco with a handmade mezcal tasting session.
- Enjoy authentic tastings enriched with stories and cultural insights from a local guide.
- Sample mezcal varieties with unexpected flavors unique to this experience.
- Discover traditions and surprises that create a distinctive tasting atmosphere.
- Taste artisanal mezcal while celebrating Mexican culture on the canals.
Description
Sail the Xochimilco canals aboard a traditional trajinera for two hours of cultural immersion and mezcal tasting. Guided by local hosts, you will sample young and aged artisanal mezcals selected to reveal the diversity of this Mexican spirit.
This experience includes complementary flavors designed to balance and enhance each sip, combining traditional and unexpected pairings for new sensory experiences. Between tastings, enjoy light activities that encourage socializing and create a lively, relaxed atmosphere.
Your guide will provide a welcoming environment with a variety of artisanal mezcals and non-alcoholic beverages. The tour includes a brief stop at a chinampa, offering a chance for photos, restroom access, and optional food or drink purchases amid tranquil surroundings.
At the end of the tour, you receive a handmade souvenir mezcal shot glass to take home. This tasting combines flavor, culture, music, and community in a colorful setting unique to Xochimilco.
Includes
- Two hours on a comfortable, traditional trajinera boat on the Xochimilco canals
- Unlimited tasting of craft mezcals with unique flavors
- Surprise edible insects as part of the tasting experience
- Local guide sharing cultural stories and insights
- Unlimited beer, soft drinks, and water throughout the tour
- Stop at a chinampa for a break, photos, and optional purchases
- Engaging games and activities for a social experience
- Souvenir handmade mezcal shot glass
- Follow-up with personalized recommendations to continue exploring Mexico City
- Full meal including pulque food tasting and Mexican snacks during the trip
Excludes
- Parking fees
- Personal expenses during the tour
- Live music (available at an additional cost)
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions in advance.
- The tour operates with small groups to ensure personalized attention.
- The tasting proceeds in light rain; in case of extreme weather, the tour is rescheduled or refunded.
- Arrive 10 minutes early to avoid delays.
- Wear comfortable clothing and bring sunblock.
- The tasting includes alcoholic mezcal and snack surprises; children participate with non-alcoholic options.
- If celebrating a special occasion, notify us for customized decorations and arrangements.
- Special drink requests, including beer preferences, can be accommodated with prior notice.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Book your spot early and bring a camera, sunscreen, and an open palate for a memorable mezcal experience in Xochimilco.
