Nominated as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, San Sebastian is truly an unspoiled place to explore. Founded in 1605 as a silver mining town, just over a century ago, an estimated 30.000 people lived there.
Today, there are only about 600 people remaining. The mines are long closed but the charm and beauty of the village is still there.
While visiting San Sebastian, we will explore the local coffee plantation, where you can see the whole process from the trees to the roasting of the beans and sample the organically grown coffee.
We will visit the museum of Doña Conchita and learn the history of San Sebastian.
A stroll through the main plaza and a stop at the local church is also included in this tour.
As an option before heading back to Vallarta, we can visit the treasure of the area, the Hacienda Jalisco. A former silver mine hacienda it is now operating as a bed and breakfast with a museum. It was a favorite hideaway for legendary director John Huston as well as his friends, Richard Burton, Elizabeth Taylor and Peter O'Toole. Entrance to the Hacienda/Museum is 25 pesos.
Lunch is available at several restaurants
At 4,500 feet, you'll find the cooler temperatures a change from Puerto Vallarta's tropical feel.

this doesn't include lunch, but does include water and snacks.