Private 6-Hour Todos Santos Tour from Los Cabos

Todos Santos is an appealing change of pace from Cabo: a small town surrounded by palm groves, fruit trees, fields, and beaches. I like that this is a private, customizable day trip, and that your driver can pick you up at your hotel, villa, or marina. The main thing to weigh is the drive: you may spend a large share of a six-hour outing on the road.

I also like the freedom to shape your time in town. You might browse shops and galleries, stop for lunch, or ask about a beach visit. But this is not a tightly scripted sightseeing tour, so be clear about what you want to see before setting off.

The short version: private ride, flexible day

• Todos Santos gets about three hours: The named town stop gives you time to wander, shop, and eat, though the exact plan depends on your group.
• Your pickup is private: A driver collects your group at a hotel, villa, or marina, then returns you there.
• The route can be tailored: Tell your driver what interests you. Past outings have included shops, galleries, a weaving shop, lunch, and a beach stop.
• Expect a substantial drive: Some groups have spent about an hour each way getting to and from town, leaving less time for stops.
• Drinks and snacks are included: The air-conditioned vehicle comes with bottled water, soft drinks, beer, and snacks.
• Agree on the plan first: If you have a must-see stop, ask about it before departure. Specific attractions, including a tequila factory visit, are not guaranteed.

Getting from Cabo to Todos Santos

The trip starts at 9:00 am, with pickup at your hotel, villa, or marina. You ride in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. The private format means you are not sharing the day with a busload of strangers, and your group can discuss how to use its time.

The drive is part of the day, not a short transfer between nearby sights. One group described the journey to Hotel California as about an hour, with a similar drive back. That leaves roughly four hours for travel and other stops within a six-hour outing, though actual timing can vary.

This is worth bearing in mind if you are weighing the trip against spending the day in Cabo. Todos Santos offers a different setting, but the distance makes it important to go with a plan. If you want a relaxed day with time to walk around, the drive can feel like a fair trade. If you want to pack in several attractions, six hours may feel tight.

Your driver can help set the day’s rhythm, but the experience may function more like a private ride with local guidance than a formal, narrated tour. Some groups have walked around town with their driver pointing out places of interest. Others have been dropped off and left to explore on their own. If you want more background or a guided walk, ask directly before booking.

Three hours to explore town

Todos Santos is described as an oasis of palms and fruit trees, including mango, papaya, and avocado, with agricultural fields and beaches nearby. The town is growing, but it remains a smaller-scale stop than Cabo. The appeal is less about checking off a long list of monuments and more about having time to stroll, browse, and pause for a meal.

The stated town stop is about three hours, and admission is free. That gives you room to explore at your own pace, but it is not an open-ended visit. Decide what matters most: shops, a meal, galleries, a particular landmark, or time outdoors. The more specific you are, the easier it is to make those hours count.

Hotel California is a familiar stop for some groups. It can be interesting to see, but it is not the whole town, and a detour there may take time away from other activities. If it is not a priority for you, say so. One group would have preferred more time at the beach and in town instead of spending an hour getting to the hotel.

Other possible stops have included a traditional blanket-weaving shop, a coffee shop, and the surfing beach. These are examples of what a flexible day might include, not a fixed route. A visit to a tequila factory has also been discussed by one group but did not happen, so treat it as a request rather than a promised stop.

Food, shops, and a little planning

Lunch is not listed as included, so budget separately for a meal. Tequila Sunrise is a restaurant mentioned by several groups, and one practical tip is to consider it if you want a sit-down lunch near Hotel California. Another group enjoyed starting at a coffee shop chosen by the driver, then walking through town before lunch.

The town’s shops and galleries suit people who like browsing more than formal sightseeing. You can look for local crafts, pause for coffee, and take the day at a slower pace. If you prefer a structured schedule with several named attractions and a guide speaking throughout, make that expectation clear before you go. The day’s flexibility is useful, but it can also leave you wondering where to head next if no plan has been agreed.

Be direct about your priorities when you meet your driver. You can say which stops matter, how much time you want for shopping or lunch, and whether you hope to visit a beach. The tour is advertised as customizable, but no specific combination of stops is promised. A quick conversation at pickup can help avoid spending precious time on a stop you did not want.

What the private format is worth

The price is $471.43 per group of up to six, not per person. At a full group of six, that works out to about $78.57 each. A smaller party pays the same group price, so the cost per person rises as your group shrinks.

That price covers round-trip, air-conditioned transport, a private driver, pickup and drop-off, bottled water, soft drinks, beers, and snacks. Gratuity is not included. You are paying for a private vehicle and flexibility, rather than a ticketed attraction or a packed schedule of included activities.

For a family or group of friends, the private setup can be practical. You can set a pace that works for your party, and one family with two toddlers found its driver willing to adjust stops to their needs. Still, vehicle comfort matters: one group found the third row of its Yukon cramped for three people. If your party has six adults, ask about the vehicle and seating before booking rather than assuming all seats will be equally comfortable.

Named drivers who have led this outing include Daniel, Mario, Carlos, Jahaziel, Andy, and Allen. The experience depends in part on your driver’s approach, so it is sensible to communicate what kind of day you want. A friendly, flexible driver can make the long ride feel worthwhile, but do not assume that every driver will deliver the same level of commentary or structure.

Who will enjoy this day most

I would consider this trip if you want to get beyond Cabo for a few hours, prefer private transport, and enjoy setting your own pace. It can work well for families, couples, or a small group with mixed interests, especially if you value a flexible day over a fixed tour route.

It is less suited to anyone who dislikes long drives or expects a guide-led tour with a firm sequence of sights. If you mainly want shopping, you can do that in Cabo without spending much of the day in a vehicle. The case for Todos Santos is the combination of the town, the countryside on the way, and the chance to choose how you spend your time there.

Cruise passengers should be especially careful with timing. You must provide your ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time when booking. No refund is offered if you miss the outing because your ship is late or does not arrive, so leave a sensible buffer and confirm that the schedule fits your port call.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted, and cancellations within that window are not refunded. The tour allows service animals, and most people can participate.

Should you book it?

Book this trip if you want a private ride to Todos Santos and are happy to shape the day with your driver. The strongest value is the private pickup, included refreshments, and freedom to adjust the pace for your group. Ask in advance about vehicle seating and any stop you consider essential, especially a beach, weaving shop, or tequila factory.

Skip it if your ideal day means minimal driving, a guaranteed list of attractions, or a guide who leads you through every stop. With realistic expectations and a few priorities agreed upon before departure, this can be a pleasant way to see a different side of the region.

FAQ

How long is the Todos Santos tour?

The tour lasts about six hours. The stop in Todos Santos is listed as approximately three hours, with the rest of the time used for transportation and any other stops.

What time does pickup begin?

The stated start time is 9:00 am. Pickup is offered at a hotel, villa, or marina.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates, with a maximum group size of six.

What is the price?

The listed price is $471.43 per group, for up to six people. Gratuity is not included.

What is included in the price?

The price includes a private vehicle and driver, round-trip air-conditioned transportation, hotel or cruise ship pickup and drop-off, bottled water, soft drinks, beers, and snacks.

Is lunch included?

No lunch is listed as included. You should plan to pay separately for any meal.

Is a tequila factory visit guaranteed?

No. A tequila factory is not a guaranteed stop. If it is important to you, ask about it before booking.

What information do cruise passengers need to provide?

Cruise ship passengers must provide the ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time when booking. A refund is not available if the tour is missed because the ship is late or does not arrive.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted, and the payment is not refunded for a late cancellation.