Teotihuacan Hot Air Balloon Ride with Optional Bike or Walking Tour
Description
Discover the best of Teotihuacán and its lesser-known gems on this full-day guided tour from Mexico City. See the UNESCO World Heritage site’s top attractions including the Sun and Moon pyramids, as well as mural paintings. Visit an obsidian workshop, and taste pulque and Cactus products at local factories. Upgrade your experience with a bike tour at no additional charge! Lunch and hotel transport included.
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Itinerary
Flying over Teotihuacán in a balloon is an immersion in a magical journey through time. From the sky, ancient pyramids and monuments unfold majestically, silently telling the stories of past civilizations. This panoramic view from the air not only highlights the grandeur of this world heritage, but also deeply connects you with the essence of a culture that has marked history. Without a doubt, it is an experience that you should do at least once in your life. Your adventure begins around 4:30 am with pickup from your hotel lobby. We recommend bringing an extra battery, as you'll want to capture every moment, from the inflation of the balloon to the aerial views of the archaeological site. After a flight of 30 to 50 minutes, depending on weather conditions, a delicious breakfast awaits you to continue with the day. Please note that the maximum weight allowed is 110 kg (220 lb) per person; If you exceed this weight, please contact us before making your reservation.
After breakfast, our experience continues visiting the most visited Archaeological Site in America to see its monumental spaces, beautiful murals and colossal buildings. Walking Tour
When we leave the Archaeological site, we will taketour of the Teotihuacán Valley, where we will be able to see the pyramids from different perspectives. We will visit an old neighborhood that still preserves Teotihuacan Mural Painting, it will amaze you. We will visit an ancient pre-Hispanic observatory that is located inside a cave where we will talk about the Teotihuacan worldview, Before finishing our last stop will be a cooperative of local products, the meal is made in a local restaurant. Opt 1: Teotihuacán Full Day - Walking (visit on foot inside the archaeological site and transfers by van the rest of the tour) Opt. 2: Teotihuacán Full Day - On Bike (visit on foot inside the archaeological site and bike ride on the outside of the archaeological site 10 km or 6 ml approx)
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up locations: CDMX Historic Center (downtown), Zona Rosa, Condesa, Polanco, La Roma (In case your hotel is outside these areas, we will provide you with a meeting point.) The Pick-up Schedule, as well as the driver's name and type of vehicle is confirmed one day before your visit, we ask you to enter your mobile number (including international code) so that you can receive such information. If you are staying in an Airbnb we ask you to provide us with the name of the Hotel closest to your home, in case you do not have one, we will provide you with the closest meeting point to your accommodation. Important: the pick up starts from 4 am
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be over 5 years old and 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