Teotihuacan from the heights: Hot air balloon

Hot-air balloon ride at sunrise

Duration

8 hours

Group size

Maximum of 15 people

Languages

Spanish / English / French / German

Days available

Monday to Sunday

About this tour

Discover Teotihuacan, the City of the Gods, on a hot-air balloon ride at sunrise. You’ll explore one of Mesoamerica’s most powerful empires from above, with incredible views. We’ll enter the archaeological site so you can see the pyramids up close and uncover the secrets of this great civilization. Without a doubt, this is one of the best experiences you can have in Mexico City.

Highlights

Take a hot air balloon ride at sunrise over the archaeological site of the Pyramids of Teotihuacan
Visit the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon, the Pyramid of the Feathered Serpent, the Great Avenue of the Dead, and the Palace of Quetzalpapalotl
Learn about the use of obsidian, the murals, and the discoveries found beneath the pyramids
Learn about the different cultures that created this great civilization

What's included

Round-trip transportation from Mexico City
Hot air balloon ride
Coffee break
Breakfast
Toast
Admission tickets to the archaeological site
Flight certificate
Bilingual guide

Not included

Tips

Itinerary

Pickup
· 1 hour

We’ll pick you up directly at your lodging in Mexico City and head to Teotihuacan
Arrival at the hot air balloon launch site
· 1 hour

Upon arrival at the hot air balloon launch site in Teotihuacan, we’ll check in, and you’ll be able to enjoy a coffee break while watching the balloons inflate as the sun rises
Hot Air Balloon Ride
· 40 minutes

You’ll take off in a hot air balloon to enjoy breathtaking views of the Teotihuacan archaeological site, the sunrise, and the spectacular sight of other balloons floating in the sky
Landing and Toast
· 30 min

You’ll land near the archaeological site after a flight of approximately 40 minutes and enjoy a warm toast, followed by a ride back to the balloon launch site
Breakfast
· 1 hour

When you return to the hot air balloon station, you'll receive a flight certificate, and a delicious breakfast will be waiting for you so you can continue your tour
Admission to the archaeological site
· 3 hours

We will visit a small museum, the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon, the Pyramid of the Feathered Serpent, the Great Avenue of the Dead, and the Palace of Quetzalpapalotl
Return to Mexico City
· 1 hour

We'll head back to your accommodations in Mexico City after a day of adrenaline and adventure
Drop-off

Drop-off directly at your lodging

Accessibility

Limited accessibility for wheelchairs and strollers
Limited access via public transportation

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour begins. No refunds for cancellations made within 24 hours of the tour. This policy is based on the local time of the experience.