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Teotihuacan Hot Air Balloon Ride with Optional Bike or Walking Tour
1 day
By walk
About this activity
Option 1: Start at 5:30am in the lobby of the hotel where the guides will pass for you to start your visit to the archaeological site, remember to bring an extra battery because since arriving you won't be able to stop taking photos from the balloon inflation to the breathtaking aerial views of the archaeological site, at the end the flying experience can enjoy breakfast before continuing the adventure.
You will begin your visit entering to the Archaeological site where you will see the Pyramid of Quetzalcoatl and the iconic citadel. Then you will visit the mural that is still preserved in the old residential neighborhoods that are still open to the public. After visiting the mural, you will again go back to the Archaeological Zone to climb the Pyramid of the Sun and Moon finishing the archaeological visit to the Butterfly Palace. Leaving the Archaeological Zone you will go to a craft workshop where you learn more about the Obsidian and taste a rich Pulque. Additionally you will have a typical lunch from this region. You will make a quick stop before lunch to visit a family factory that produces typical Tuna of Teotihuacan, Nopal and Xoconostle (tastings included). You will end the tour with a tasty meal buffet (excluding drinks), you will be returning to Mexico City at around 5:00pm
Option 2: After the hot air balloon experience, you will enjoy breakfast. Then, you begin your visit by taking a bicycle according to your size, take a tour of the Valley of Teotihuacan pyramids where you can see from different perspectives. You will reach the neighborhoods of Tepantitla Tetitla and Atetelco where you will see the mural that is still preserved in the old residential neighborhoods and is still open to the public. After visiting the mural, enter the Archaeological Zone to climb the Pyramid of the Sun and Moon. Finishing the archaeological visit to the Butterfly Palace. Leaving the archaeological zone you will go by bike to a craft workshop where you will learn more about the Obsidian and taste a rich Pulque additional to the typical lunch that will be provided. Before going for lunch, you will visit a family factory that produces typical Tuna of Teotihuacan, Nopal and Xoconostle (tastings included). You will end the tour with a tasty meal buffet (excluding drinks), you will be returning to Mexico City at approximately 6:00pm. The bike ride is approximately 10km. Please note: The bike tour takes place outside of the Archaeological Zone.
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You will begin your visit entering to the Archaeological site where you will see the Pyramid of Quetzalcoatl and the iconic citadel. Then you will visit the mural that is still preserved in the old residential neighborhoods that are still open to the public. After visiting the mural, you will again go back to the Archaeological Zone to climb the Pyramid of the Sun and Moon finishing the archaeological visit to the Butterfly Palace. Leaving the Archaeological Zone you will go to a craft workshop where you learn more about the Obsidian and taste a rich Pulque. Additionally you will have a typical lunch from this region. You will make a quick stop before lunch to visit a family factory that produces typical Tuna of Teotihuacan, Nopal and Xoconostle (tastings included). You will end the tour with a tasty meal buffet (excluding drinks), you will be returning to Mexico City at around 5:00pm
Option 2: After the hot air balloon experience, you will enjoy breakfast. Then, you begin your visit by taking a bicycle according to your size, take a tour of the Valley of Teotihuacan pyramids where you can see from different perspectives. You will reach the neighborhoods of Tepantitla Tetitla and Atetelco where you will see the mural that is still preserved in the old residential neighborhoods and is still open to the public. After visiting the mural, enter the Archaeological Zone to climb the Pyramid of the Sun and Moon. Finishing the archaeological visit to the Butterfly Palace. Leaving the archaeological zone you will go by bike to a craft workshop where you will learn more about the Obsidian and taste a rich Pulque additional to the typical lunch that will be provided. Before going for lunch, you will visit a family factory that produces typical Tuna of Teotihuacan, Nopal and Xoconostle (tastings included). You will end the tour with a tasty meal buffet (excluding drinks), you will be returning to Mexico City at approximately 6:00pm. The bike ride is approximately 10km. Please note: The bike tour takes place outside of the Archaeological Zone.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Local guide
- Use of bicycle
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Entry/Admission - Zona Arqueologica Teotihuacan
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund only activities that do not may have been made
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
Features
Original
100%
Tourism
90%
Adrenaline
70%
Sport
40%
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This was such a great day! We had the transport pick us up at a hotel down the street from our AirBnB at a very early 5:30 am. Definitely use the transport because we heard from other people that it was really hard to find the hot air balloon place in an Uber. The hot air balloon part was awesome! We went above the clouds and it was surreal. Then went to get breakfast at a nearby restaurant where there was a yummy buffet. That was where Miguel picked us up and took us to the pyramids. We got a great long tour of the pyramids and the surrounding ruins. Had a quick snack outside the pyramids. Then we got to see Miguel's home where he has an obsidian workshop and did agave and tequila tastings. Overall a pretty long day but really really fun. Got back around 4 pm or something like that. Definitely recommend! Miguel was awesome.
This is a bucket list trip. I've never been in a hot air balloon before and the experience was out of the world. Booking and arrangements were easy. The views are mind blowing. Do it! We were happy to pay for the high end tour which meant we had Miguel to ourselves on a personal tour. His passion and knowledge for the site and its history simply enhance the experience. A sense of humour and cheerful encouragement is just what you need to get up to the top of the pyramids. I'd recommend the walking trip rather than the bike ride! Quesidalla a pollo at the snack bar at the top of the site is just what you need after the leg workout. The local drinks tasting is a must do - tequila without the face, Miguel knows how. To finish the day we took the option of dinner in a local cave after a brief explore in the dark. What a day, Exceptional value. They've just started doing colour light shows outside of rainy season and the video looks amazing. A fantastic reason to return. Great team, guys. Thank you.
We tried to take this tour in May of 2016, but bad weather canceled the trip. The best was that my credit card was refunded the next day. So we booked the trip again with Viator. Our pick up was on time. The Morning sky was fantastic color on the way out. Our host could not have been more enjoyable, watching the Balloons getting filled with air and hot air was entertaining. We had a woman pilot was was friendly a talented with loads of experience. We totally enjoyed the day. I would recommend Viator and Cameron balloons. Do not miss this opportunity if you are going to be in Mexico city.
Amazing trip! Both the hot air balloon and the guided tour were exceptional. Highly recommended!
Absolutely amazing experience - much better than expected! I was also worried it would be scary especially as I don't like heights, but strangely didn't bother me. Amazing views especially when the captain went above the clouds. I would highly recommend doing the bike tour also - Jorge the owner of the cycling tour company was such a gentleman and took great care of me and really made the trip special.