6 City and Sightseeing Tours in San José del Cabo to Build a Day Around

1.Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 994 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $95Our pick

Spend about six hours touring San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas with a guide such as Francisco, Gio, Roberto, or Benito. Visit the mission, shops, artisan workshops, and a chocolate or tequila stop, then cruise to El Arco by glass-bottom boat.

“This tours includes a good amount of stops in cabo san lucas & san jose del cabo. The driver is also very knowledgeable & gives you the history of both places while on the ride. My only suggestion would be to switch the lunch break to the first stop in cabo san lucas. It is a long day & by the time we got to the lunch spot we were starving. The restaurant they recommended is the oldest in the city but the food wasnt good. If you dont care for the history, find another spot!”

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2.CityTour La Paz, Balandra beach and the Magic Town of Todos Santos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 477 reviews · 12 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $111

Travel from San Jose del Cabo to Balandra Beach, La Paz, and Todos Santos in a small-group day trip. You get protected-beach access, lunch, water, snacks, and free time at each stop. Guides such as Gabriel, Manuel, Juan, and Abelardo have provided bilingual commentary, though the level of English can vary.

“Juan was the best tour guide! He is knowledgeable about the areas and the historical information! It was nice to hear the information in Spanish and English, it helped with my poor Spanish. I have always wanted to visit Balandra and it did not disappoint. It is beautiful! Thank you, Juan!”

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3.Whale Watching in Cabo San Lucas: Sightseeing Cruise and Shopping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $115

You’ll cruise from Cabo San Lucas toward El Arco and the Sea of Cortez on a glass-bottom boat, with about two hours for whale watching. A guide such as Mele may help find gray and humpback whales, followed by tequila tasting, shopping, and hotel transport.

“The whale watching was awesome, Mele took us all around to the right places! Shopping wasn’t much though, our driver was very good”

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4.San Jose del Cabo Art Walk, Beer Tasting &Chocolate Demonstration

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend four hours exploring San Jose del Cabo with hotel pickup, a mission visit, Baja beer and pizza, Mexican chocolate tasting, pearl demonstration, and several art galleries. Guides such as Benito, Ismael, Javier, and Giovanni add local context, though shopping stops may take time.

“Timely and included everything advertised. We were with a fun group of folks from around the country! Enjoyed great laughs throughout our time with Javier. I would call it a cultural-light tour.”

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5.Experience the Clear Boat adventure & Cabo San Lucas City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $70Best value

Ride a transparent boat to Cabo’s famous Arch, look for fish and sea lions below, then visit a glass factory and Plaza Amelia Wilkes. Your guide drives the air-conditioned van and may add tequila tasting or tacos. Guides such as Adolfo, Juanito, Carlos, and Ulises earn special praise.

“The boat ride was much shorter than expected. Price was twice as much as the price at the resort we are staying at. Disappointed!!”

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6.City Tour Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $100

Alex Garcia Tours links Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo in about five to six hours. You’ll see the Arch by glass-bottom boat, visit a glassblowing workshop, explore the old mission, and sample tequila or chocolate with guides such as Alex, Pedro, or Carlos.

“Alex was immediately welcoming, charming and funny. We had a small group and received excellent attention and service. We learned a lot every step of the way, and had a great time. I would highly recommend spending time with Alex Garcia on any of his adventures. 10/10, highly recommend”

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