Chapala Lake and Ajijic Tour from Guadalajara
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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 1 more
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Explore the luscious lakeside villages of Ajijic and Chapala on a full-day tour from Guadalajara. Admire the scenic splendor of Lake Chapala (Lago de Chapala), Mexico’s largest natural lake. Wander the cobblestone streets of picturesque Ajijic as you appreciate the colonial majesty and provincial charm of its architecture.
- Full-day tour to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara
- Admire lovely views of the lake from the mountain village of Ajijic
- Enjoy free time to explore the town's boutiques or restaurants
- Hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned minivan included
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Meet your guide at your hotel and climb aboard the air-conditioned minivan to enjoy the scenic journey to the charming village of Chapala. The village enjoys a picturesque position among dramatic mountains and undulating hills and is famed for its incredible natural views and wonderful climate.
Absorb the enchanting scenery as your guide informs you of the fascinating birds that inhabit the island, pointing out pelicans and other rare species. Observe a unique perspective of the lake from this verdant vantage point before purchasing delicious local specialties from the scattering of authentic restaurants on the island.
Return to shore and commence the short journey to the traditional town of Ajijic. An ancient tree heralds the entrance to this charming place, famed for its horseback riders and refreshing summer temperatures. Listen as your guide unravels fascinating stories of the town’s history and relationship with nature.
Whitewashed buildings, artisan craft shops and cultural monuments beg to be discovered during your free time in Ajijic. Browse bespoke boutiques for unique souvenirs or purchase a hearty Mexican lunch in one of the many excellent eateries in the town. Return with your guide to Guadalajara in the comfortable minivan when the tour concludes.
Absorb the enchanting scenery as your guide informs you of the fascinating birds that inhabit the island, pointing out pelicans and other rare species. Observe a unique perspective of the lake from this verdant vantage point before purchasing delicious local specialties from the scattering of authentic restaurants on the island.
Return to shore and commence the short journey to the traditional town of Ajijic. An ancient tree heralds the entrance to this charming place, famed for its horseback riders and refreshing summer temperatures. Listen as your guide unravels fascinating stories of the town’s history and relationship with nature.
Whitewashed buildings, artisan craft shops and cultural monuments beg to be discovered during your free time in Ajijic. Browse bespoke boutiques for unique souvenirs or purchase a hearty Mexican lunch in one of the many excellent eateries in the town. Return with your guide to Guadalajara in the comfortable minivan when the tour concludes.
Itinerary
We begin our tour to Chapala starting with the visit to the old station of the French facade train whose construction was completed around 1920.
To continue with the beautiful boardwalk, we walk and admire the view of the largest lake from Mexico.
By December 1955, Lake Chapala was in one of its worst droughts, that is why it is decided to take the virgin of Zapopan and make a pilgrimage looking for the miracle of the rain, as a result of this event in June 1956, it rained so much in the storm that it recovered and thanks to this miracle a thank-you mass is celebrated every year on the 1st of July.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Free
We will continue our visit through the Floresta, a place where foreigners are looking for retire fleeing the extreme climates of their cities.
We stop in Ajijic and free time is given to know. We board the truck and We will transfer to Piedra Barrenada, where the tourist is recommended to take the food at his expense. We conclude at the meeting point indicated by the guide and we undertake our return.
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- "Best to wear really comfortable shoes because of the cobblestone streets, especially in Ajijic." See review
- "Nice lunch out on the lake, and an option to take a boat out onto the lake." See review
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