Is Valle de Guadalupe worth visiting?
Often referred to as the Napa Valley of Mexico, Valle de Guadalupe is a place that has been gaining a lot of steam in recent years. Located about an hour and a half south of Tijuana and just under two hours from San Diego, it is very easy to get to and very worth the trip.
Is Guadalupe Valley Open?
While many wineries and restaurants in the Guadalupe Valley are open all year long, the summer is really when the valley comes to life. Seasonal campestre (country) restaurants open up from May to October.
Do you need reservations for Valle de Guadalupe?
You don’t need a reservation to take a tour, but rather when you are there you select & pay for the tour that you want (difference is the number & quality of the wines that you taste).
How far is Valle de Guadalupe from border?
approximately 90 minutes
Valle de Guadalupe is located in Ensenada and it’s situated approximately 90 minutes from the United States border.
Do I need a passport to go to Valle de Guadalupe?
TIPS FOR VISITING VALLE DE GUADALUPE. BRING YOUR PASSPORT You used to not need a passport to cross into Baja California from San Diego but as of recently, it’s now a requirement.
Is the Valle de Guadalupe safe?
At the end of the day, despite the fact that the Valle de Guadalupe is a totally, unequivocally safe destination for American visitors, we still make safety our top priority on every tour. We want you to enjoy your experience with Baja Winery Tours, and above all this means that we want you to feel comfortable!
When should I go to Valle de Guadalupe?
The Best Time Of The Year To Visit Valle De Guadalupe From April to May and October to November are ideal times to visit the majestic Valle. During these months, you’ll find that it’s cooler, but the sun is still shining bright. Because the desert heat isn’t as intense you can enjoy your trip more.
How do you get to the Guadalupe Valley?
Getting There The valley is located about 14 miles from the city of Ensenada. The easiest way to get to Valle de Guadalupe is to cross the Mexico border by car in Tijuana or Tecate. From San Diego, you can cross the Mexico border at San Ysidro in Tijuana and follow route 1.
Do you need a passport to go to Valle de Guadalupe?
Is it safe to go to Valle de Guadalupe?
Can I drive to Mexico without a passport?
U.S. citizens must present a valid U.S. passport book or card, in addition to an entry permit (Forma Migratoria Multiple or FMM) issued by Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM). Travelers should be sure to enter Mexico with valid proof of automobile registration, even if remaining in the border zone.
Where are the Valle de Guadalupe wineries?
Our goal was to visit the Valle de Guadalupe wineries in Baja, Mexico. What started as a drive on the Ruta del Vino Valle de Guadalupe (the Guadalupe Valley Wine Road) to experience Mexican wine turned into something much more substantive: an important life lesson in preconceptions.
Where are the best wineries in and around Ensenada?
The wine route, Highway 3 (Ensenada-Tecate) heads east and there you will find Liceaga, Vinisterra, Casa de Piedra, Mogor Badan, Venda Cava, Tres Mujeres, and other great wineries.
What kind of wine is Adobe Guadalupe?
Adobe Guadalupe is a mission-style winery nestled amongst 60 acres of vineyards in the Guadalupe Valley. Their wines, all of which are named after archangels, are blends created from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Nebbiolo, Tempranillo, Malbec, Grenache, Cinsault, Mourvedre, Syrah, and Viognier grapes.
What makes the Valle de Guadalupe so special?
The Valle de Guadalupe, where more than 90% of the nation’s wine is produced, has become a magnet for international media, tourists and foodies. With nearly 100 wineries (most having appeared in the last 5-10 years), and an array of restaurants and eateries, there is now an official ‘wine route’ that ovals around the so-called wine valley.