City tour express, Butterfly, tequila, river and beach (free kids)

4.7 (235 reviews)4 h–6 hPuerto VallartaSightseeingWildlife & natureFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 2:40 pm, 1 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 50 min to spare.

Safety margin
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 4:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in Puerto Vallarta20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierThis tour meets at the pier
  3. 8:30 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 4 h–6 h; we plan for 6 h. Latest sensible start: 9:20 am.
  4. 2:30 pm
    Tour ends10 min back to the pier
  5. 2:40 pm
    Back at the gangway1 h 50 min before all aboard
  6. 4:30 pm
    All aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours

Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.

Our verdict

This tour fits a typical Puerto Vallarta call (8:00 am–4:30 pm). It runs up to 6 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 2:40 pm — 50 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.

Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 3:40 pm or later. On a short call (ship leaving by 2:00 pm) skip it or ask for the first departure.

The operator picks up at the cruise port (it is on their pickup list), so the trip to the start point is part of the tour. We allow 10 min to walk off and find the pickup; look for the ground-transportation area outside Puerto Vallarta Maritime Terminal (Terminal Marítima, Puerto Mágico).

Among the 400 Puerto Vallarta shore excursions we track, this is one of the longer ones (the median runs 4 h); 86% of them fit a typical call.

Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Puerto Vallarta call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.

About this tour

Discover Puerto Vallarta with our unique experience. Visit the new Butterfly and book your place; if you are a cruise ship, call us at +523221415286 or send a message for pickup at 12 pm in Puerto Magico, returning to the cruise ship.

Morning tour is van with A/C

Evening Tour is bus without A/C

We explore the artisanal, ecological and local, guaranteeing an authentic immersion. In Mismaloya, you will appreciate its beauty. We customize each tour with trained guides for a unique and memorable experience.

Highlights:

Personalized Experience: Your day, your preferences.

Expert Guides: Learn from local history and culture.

Emotional Connection: We want you to feel the magic of Puerto Vallarta.

Local Impact: We boost the economy through activities like Paddle boarding to magical beaches, horseback, snorkeling and more.

Experience a day of relaxation and growth with us!

Remember that the morning tour takes a little longer than the afternoon tour.

Max 39 per group English, Spanish

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • tequila tasting
  • guide
  • entrance to the butterfly garden

Not included

  • SNORKEL
  • HORSEBACk Ride horses $900 MXN (60 USD)
  • Lunch
  • PADDLE BOARD TO MAGIC BEACHES

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Malecon Boardwalk
    We will visit the seawall of Puerto vallarta where we will make a cheerful city tour but without getting off the vehicle, only the morning tour gets off the vehicle, the evening tour the historic review is inside the vehicle.
    30 minAdmission included
  2. 2
    Parroquia de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe
    We will enter this beautiful church to take photos and learn about its architecture
    10 minAdmission included
  3. 3
    Playa Punta Negra
    We pass in front of Punta Negra beach, we will slow down so you can take photos and record videos from the transport, this is one of the beaches that tourists do not normally see.
    Pass by without stopping
  4. 4
    Mariposario Morpho Puerto Vallarta
    We will enter the butterfly house where you can see how butterflies are born and their entire process from egg to adult butterfly. Then you can enjoy the new restaurant inside the butterfly house with access to the river, where you can also swim and enjoy with your family. Remember that during the visit you will also have a complimentary tasting of artisanal liquors.
    2 hAdmission included
  5. 5
    Playa Mismaloya
    We will have 1 hour where we can enjoy the beach in tranquility, you can go for a walk or swim on the beach if you like, remember that this is free time.
    1 hAdmission included
  6. 6
    Stop 6
    We will go to see a local jewelry store where they will be manufacturing live and you will be able to see how the jewelry is made, we are going to marine and marine jewelry.
    20 minAdmission included

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
In the blue shrimp restaurant we will be spending it at 10 40 am or 1 pm ; in both cases you must first contact the number +523221415286 to confirm your attendance.
In the blue shrimp restaurant we will be spending it at 10 40 am or 1 pm ; in both cases you must first contact the number +523221415286 to confirm your attendance.
From the cruise pier
Meets at the pier
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point

Good to know

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Cell phones are not allowed into the laboratory.
  • is not recommended for people in wheelchairs

Traveler reviews

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Operated by Mariposario Morpho Puerto Vallarta. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.

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