Yes. Since your driver is dedicated to you for the day, you can add stops like Chapala town or a scenic lakeside viewpoint without rebooking tickets or reworking a schedule. It's an easy way to see more of the lake in one unhurried private transfer.
Ajijic sits about 45 km (28 miles) south of Guadalajara along the shore of Lake Chapala. A private transfer typically takes 45 to 70 minutes depending on traffic, far more predictable than timing a bus connection or hailing a taxi once you arrive.
Two to three hours covers the historic center, the Wall of Skulls, and the shops and galleries along the main streets. Many travelers pair Ajijic with a stop in nearby Chapala or a scenic drive along the lakeshore to fill out a fuller day.
Ajijic holds a weekly farmers market where residents sell regional food and handmade crafts, so it's worth checking the current schedule locally to time your visit around it. The town also holds cultural festivals throughout the year, adding an extra layer of local life to the visit when the timing lines up.
Start at El Muro de las Calaveras, artist Efrén González's striking wall of clay skulls where locals place candles in memory of the departed. From there, wander the cobblestone streets to browse murals and galleries, then finish at the malecon for open views across the lake toward the surrounding hills.
Chapala town draws crowds with its boardwalk and boat rides, but Ajijic is known for its concentrated arts scene, resident painters and sculptors, and a long-established international community that shapes its restaurants and galleries. It feels more like a living arts colony than a typical lakeside tourist stop.
