Historic San Jose del Cabo: Mission, Pearls & Chocolate Tour

5 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Experience the perfect blend of tradition and flavor on this immersive half-day tour of San José del Cabo.

In a destination where the modern world moves fast, this tour allows you to slow down and connect with the authentic "Old Town" vibe. Enjoy a personalized experience and the expertise of a local guide dedicated to making your visit unforgettable.

Start your journey with a fascinating Pearl Demonstration. Learn the ancient history of the Sea of Cortez pearls.

A Taste of Tradition: Indulge your senses with a Mexican Chocolate Demonstration. Discover the history of cacao in Mexico and enjoy a tasting of rich, locally made chocolate.

Step Back in Time: Visit the iconic Old Jesuit Mission. Your guide will share the captivating stories of the missionaries and indigenous cultures that shaped this region since the 1730s.

Enjoy well-deserved free time. Whether you want to savor a traditional lunch, browse the world-class art galleries, or shop for authentic souvenirs, the choice is yours.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Bellaterra Los Cabos

Ages: Adults (5–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Lunch: Food or beverages not mentioned

Itinerary

Plaza Mijares

20 min

We will walk around the recently renovated plaza, directly across from the church, it is surrounded by little coffees, restaurants and shops.
San Jose del Cabo

40 min

San Jose is the typical Mexican town, with lots of history and culture to be discover, pedestrian areas, colonial architecture, old historic houses and buildings, have an amazing Art District home to a number of exciting galleries
Stop 3

30 min

Art District is an incredible place hosting art galleries from international and Mexican artist that called San Jose del Cabo their home. Art Galleries are located on some of the Historic and old buildings.
Stop 4

20 min

This is a historic building dating back to 1730, it is a Jesuit Mission a Catholic Church with a lot of history, in 1822 it was severely damaged during an attack of a chilean insurgents ship and it 1940 was rebuilt and is how it looks today.
Stop 5

20 min

Visit the pioneer of chocolate in Baja! Based in San José del Cabo, we are the first chocolate factory in Baja California Sur. Experience the luxury of our fine chocolates and natural cosmetics, all handcrafted using rare Mexican Criollo cacao—the highest quality bean—sourced from Mexico’s finest estates.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Residences at Hacienda Encantada
Hotel & Suites Las Palmas
Las Ventanas Al Paraiso A Rosewood Resort
Hilton Vacation Club Cabo Azul Los Cabos
Marisol Hotel Boutique
Las Quintas De Los Cabos
Baja Point
Royal Solaris Los Cabos
The Westin Los Cabos Resort Villas
El Encanto Suites Hotel Boutique
La Marina Inn
Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos

and 101 more pickup points

Driver will meet you at the main lobby, entrance of your hotel, once you make the reservation please let us know the name of the place you are staying so we can confirm with you the exact pick up time and the location (if main entrance, lobby, etc). It will be important to be ready 10 minutes before your scheduled pick up time.

Using your ticket

Please contact us to let us know the name of your hotel, condo or vacation rental you are staying so we can schedule your pick up time accordingly. At the specified location (main lobby, entrance, etc) guide will meet you, please present your voucher and tour will commence. It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and attire, bring sunbclok, hat, sunglasses, and a light sweater during the months of December thru March.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The transport vehicle does not have a wheelchair ramp, if it is a wheelchair that can be folded, the operator can assist in loading it into the unit and placing the wheelchair in the luggage area
San Jose del Cabo has easy access ramps and streets if you use a wheelchair, but nevertheless there are places where help is required, it is necessary that someone accompany you to assist you, if you dont have a companion, please notify us and we can provide a companion with additional cost (the cost will depend on the special needs of each person)