Lake Chapala and Magic Town of Ajijic Day Trip from Guadalajara with Tequila Factory Visit
by JUAN PABLO GALLO VALENCIA
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This full-day bus tour lasting about 8 to 9 hours includes stops at a tequila distillery, the Chapala riverbank, the Magic Town of Ajijic, and Lake Chapala, the largest lake in Mexico. The tour starts at 11:00 AM with a meeting point in Guadalajara, followed by a short stop outside Vicente Fernández's ranch and store, "Los Tres Potrillos." Entry to the ranch is free but not guaranteed. The group then visits the artisanal tequila distillery "LOS MAGOS" for a detailed tour and multiple tastings of tequila and homemade liquors. Around 2:00 PM, the tour continues to San Juan Cosalá on the Chapala riverbank for lunch at the seafood restaurant "MARISCOS DEL CARNAL," which includes a courtesy drink. After lunch, participants take a catamaran ride on Lake Chapala with music and safety measures provided. A complimentary drink is served during the boat ride. Next, the tour proceeds to the Magic Town of Ajijic, declared a magical town in 2020, where travelers have free time to explore the town center, cobbled streets, colorful houses, and the extensive boardwalk. Ajijic is a well-known destination for international visitors and retirees. The final stop is the town of Chapala, the municipal seat and main town of the area. Visitors have free time to walk along the boardwalk, visit two piers, and watch the traditional Voladores de Papantla ceremony. Local snacks like charales and carafe snow are recommended. Souvenir shopping is also available here at reasonable prices. The tour allows pets, providing a chance for guests to bring their animals along. Private air-conditioned transportation is included for travel to and from the meeting point in Guadalajara. Tickets, tastings, and alcoholic beverages are part of the package, while brunch is not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Vicente Fernández Ranch and Los Tres Potrillos Store
The tour begins at 11:00 AM with a meeting in Guadalajara before heading to Chapala municipality. There is a brief stop outside Vicente Fernández’s ranch and the associated store "Los Tres Potrillos." Entry to the ranch is free but depends on the owner’s permission and cannot be guaranteed.
15 min
LOS MAGOS Tequila Distillery
Visitors tour this artisanal tequila distillery to learn the production process. Several tastings of tequila and homemade liquors are offered during the approximately 80-minute visit.
80 min
Lunch at Mariscos del Carnal, San Juan Cosalá
Around 2:00 PM, the group arrives in San Juan Cosalá on the Chapala riverbank for lunch at the seafood restaurant "Mariscos del Carnal," known for affordable prices. A courtesy drink is included to accompany the meal.
90 min
Catamaran Ride on Lake Chapala
A 25-minute boat ride on Lake Chapala is provided using safe catamarans equipped with music and safety features. Participants receive a complimentary drink while on the water.
25 min
Magic Town of Ajijic
The tour continues to Ajijic, declared a Magic Town in 2020. Guests have about 80 minutes of free time to visit the town center, walk cobbled streets, see colorful houses, and stroll the long boardwalk. Ajijic attracts many international visitors and retirees.
80 min
Town of Chapala
The final stop is Chapala town, the region’s municipal seat. Visitors have about 70 minutes of free time to explore the boardwalk, two piers, and watch the Voladores de Papantla ceremony. Local foods such as charales and carafe snow are recommended, and souvenir shopping is available at reasonable prices.
70 min
Chapala Riverbank and Lake Chapala
The tour emphasizes visiting the Chapala riverbank and Lake Chapala, Mexico’s largest lake.
Meeting point
Outside the Fiesta America Hotel which is in the location, for reference also, opposite the hotel is a Starbucks and a Burger King.
End point
Outside the Fiesta America Hotel which is in the location, for reference also, opposite the hotel is a Starbucks and a Burger King.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Lake Chapala and Magic Town of Ajijic Day Trip from Guadalajara with Tequila Factory Visit
by JUAN PABLO GALLO VALENCIA
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.MX$1,580Overview
This full-day bus tour lasting about 8 to 9 hours includes stops at a tequila distillery, the Chapala riverbank, the Magic Town of Ajijic, and Lake Chapala, the largest lake in Mexico. The tour starts at 11:00 AM with a meeting point in Guadalajara, followed by a short stop outside Vicente Fernández's ranch and store, "Los Tres Potrillos." Entry to the ranch is free but not guaranteed. The group then visits the artisanal tequila distillery "LOS MAGOS" for a detailed tour and multiple tastings of tequila and homemade liquors. Around 2:00 PM, the tour continues to San Juan Cosalá on the Chapala riverbank for lunch at the seafood restaurant "MARISCOS DEL CARNAL," which includes a courtesy drink. After lunch, participants take a catamaran ride on Lake Chapala with music and safety measures provided. A complimentary drink is served during the boat ride. Next, the tour proceeds to the Magic Town of Ajijic, declared a magical town in 2020, where travelers have free time to explore the town center, cobbled streets, colorful houses, and the extensive boardwalk. Ajijic is a well-known destination for international visitors and retirees. The final stop is the town of Chapala, the municipal seat and main town of the area. Visitors have free time to walk along the boardwalk, visit two piers, and watch the traditional Voladores de Papantla ceremony. Local snacks like charales and carafe snow are recommended. Souvenir shopping is also available here at reasonable prices. The tour allows pets, providing a chance for guests to bring their animals along. Private air-conditioned transportation is included for travel to and from the meeting point in Guadalajara. Tickets, tastings, and alcoholic beverages are part of the package, while brunch is not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Vicente Fernández Ranch and Los Tres Potrillos Store
The tour begins at 11:00 AM with a meeting in Guadalajara before heading to Chapala municipality. There is a brief stop outside Vicente Fernández’s ranch and the associated store "Los Tres Potrillos." Entry to the ranch is free but depends on the owner’s permission and cannot be guaranteed.
15 min
LOS MAGOS Tequila Distillery
Visitors tour this artisanal tequila distillery to learn the production process. Several tastings of tequila and homemade liquors are offered during the approximately 80-minute visit.
80 min
Lunch at Mariscos del Carnal, San Juan Cosalá
Around 2:00 PM, the group arrives in San Juan Cosalá on the Chapala riverbank for lunch at the seafood restaurant "Mariscos del Carnal," known for affordable prices. A courtesy drink is included to accompany the meal.
90 min
Catamaran Ride on Lake Chapala
A 25-minute boat ride on Lake Chapala is provided using safe catamarans equipped with music and safety features. Participants receive a complimentary drink while on the water.
25 min
Magic Town of Ajijic
The tour continues to Ajijic, declared a Magic Town in 2020. Guests have about 80 minutes of free time to visit the town center, walk cobbled streets, see colorful houses, and stroll the long boardwalk. Ajijic attracts many international visitors and retirees.
80 min
Town of Chapala
The final stop is Chapala town, the region’s municipal seat. Visitors have about 70 minutes of free time to explore the boardwalk, two piers, and watch the Voladores de Papantla ceremony. Local foods such as charales and carafe snow are recommended, and souvenir shopping is available at reasonable prices.
70 min
Chapala Riverbank and Lake Chapala
The tour emphasizes visiting the Chapala riverbank and Lake Chapala, Mexico’s largest lake.
Meeting point
Outside the Fiesta America Hotel which is in the location, for reference also, opposite the hotel is a Starbucks and a Burger King.
End point
Outside the Fiesta America Hotel which is in the location, for reference also, opposite the hotel is a Starbucks and a Burger King.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.