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Private tour to Lake Chapala and Tlaquepaque from Guadalajara

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Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city of Guadalajara and spend a day in its surroundings on this private tour. During the course of the day, visit a tequila factory for a guided tour, explore Lake Chapala on foot and by boat, and visit the magical town of Ajijic. Learn about the vibrant culture of the area from your guide, and feel free to customize the day to suit your group's interests.

Overview

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city of Guadalajara and spend a day in its surroundings on this private tour. During the course of the day, visit a tequila factory for a guided tour, explore Lake Chapala on foot and by boat, and visit the magical town of Ajijic. Learn about the vibrant culture of the area from your guide, and feel free to customize the day to suit your group's interests.

Itinerary

  • We will meet at 11:00 at the meeting point described in Guadalajara to leave in our transport (already included) to the municipality of Chapala.

    Starting the tour we will make a quick stop at Vicente Fernandez's ranch and the famous Vicente Fernández store "Los Tres Potrillos". It should be noted that entry to the ranch is free and subject to the owner's will, so we cannot guarantee entry.

    15 minutes
    Admission Included
  • Later we will visit a tequila distiller known as ¨LOS MAGOS¨ where we will give them a tour within it, they will learn in detail how is the process of making Tequila in an artisanal way, and of course we will take several tastings of tequila and liquors of the home.

    1 hour
    Admission Included
  • San Juan Cosala

    After having tasted some good tequilas we headed towards the Rivera de Chapala, where around 2:00 p.m. we arrived at the Municipality of San Juan Cosalá, here we visited the best seafood restaurant in the area, ¨MARISCOS DEL CARNAL¨, with super affordable prices and we will also give you a courtesy drink so you can enjoy your boat ride inside the largest lake in Mexico!

    2 hours
  • Lake Chapala

    From there we go straight to the ride on our catamarans, which are super safe and have all the security measures, as well as music and the necessary atmosphere to navigate within the largest lake in Mexico, I assure you you will be surprised by its size !! ! We will give you a complimentary drink.

    25 minutes
    Admission Included
  • Ajijic

    After having enjoyed a delicious meal and having toured the largest Lake in Mexico, we moved to the Magic Town of Ajijic, named a magical town only in 2020, where they will have free time so that they can visit the center of town, its beautiful cobbled streets, its colorful houses, which are a magnet for lovers of photography and its extensive boardwalk. A town which is a destination for many international visitors and a key retirement point for many older people, this is why the Magical Town of Ajijic has many inhabitants from abroad who have decided to make Ajijic their home.

    1 hour
  • Chapala

    Finally we arrive at the town of Chapala, undoubtedly the most representative of the region, because it is the Municipal head and the most recognized, here they will have free time so that you can visit its entire boardwalk, its two piers, enjoy the rite of the flyers or as they are commonly known ¨Voladores de Papantla¨.

    You cannot leave this place without first trying some delicious charales or a carafe snow, which are very typical of the region.

    Right here you can find many options to buy gifts, souvenirs, postcards, etc., since the prices in Chapala are more than accessible.

    1 hour
  • Malecon de Chapala

    The experience focuses on visiting the Rivera de Chapala and Lake Chapala.

Location

Meeting Point Map

Address

C. Aurelio Aceves 225, Vallarta Poniente, 44110 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico

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Experience

Highlights

  • Enjoy several tastings of tequila at a local distillery
  • Visit Mexico’s largest lake, Chapala, with a guide
  • This is an animal-friendly tour if you’d like to bring your pet
  • A private excursion ensures a personalized experience
  • Inclusions

    • Tickets
    • Tastings
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    Exclusions

    • Brunch

    Additional Information

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Guide Languages

    • English

    • Spanish

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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