Teotihuacan & Basilica of Guadalupe: Balloon Flight + Guided Tour

About this experience

The Teotihuacan and Basilica of Guadalupe Balloon Flight and Guided Tour is an 11-hour guided tour departing from Mexico City that combines a pre-dawn hot air balloon flight over the ancient city of Teotihuacan with a ground-level archaeological tour and a visit to one of the most significant Catholic pilgrimage sites in the Americas. Teotihuacan, built between the first and seventh centuries AD, is home to the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon, two of the largest pre-Columbian structures in the world, and the Avenue of the Dead, which connects the major ceremonial complexes. Seeing the site from altitude at sunrise gives a clear sense of its scale and urban planning before the crowds arrive. The balloon flight is followed by a toast with wine and a tequila tasting, and each participant receives a commemorative flight certificate. The guided tour of Teotihuacan then covers the ruins on foot, with a professional guide explaining the history, architecture, and cultural significance of the site. The day continues with a visit to the Basilica of Guadalupe in northern Mexico City, a major religious complex that draws millions of pilgrims each year. Roundtrip transportation from the meeting point on Avenida Paseo de la Reforma and a professional guide are included. Professional photographs, food, and drinks beyond the morning toast are not included. Booking covers all listed inclusions for the full 11-hour itinerary.

Highlights

• 11-hour guided tour departing from Mexico City
• Pre-dawn hot air balloon flight over ancient Teotihuacan
• See the Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon from the air
• Walk the Avenue of the Dead on a ground-level archaeological tour
• Visit the Basilica of Guadalupe, a major Catholic pilgrimage site
• Covers structures built between the first and seventh centuries AD

What is included

• Roundtrip transportation to the meeting point
• Professional guide
• Hot air balloon ride
• Toast with wine and Tequila tasting
• Guided tour of Teotihuacan and Basilica of Guadalupe

Not included

• Professional photographs
• Foods and drinks

Before you go

Arrival and timing This is a full-day outing running approximately 11 hours, so plan your day accordingly and arrive at the meeting point on Avenida Paseo de la Reforma in good time before departure. The balloon flight takes place at sunrise, meaning the group sets off early in the morning. Punctuality is essential, as the balloon launch is time-sensitive and the itinerary moves through several locations in sequence. What is included on the day Roundtrip transportation to the meeting point is provided. A professional guide accompanies the group throughout. A post-flight toast with wine and a tequila tasting is included, along with a commemorative flight certificate. Food and drinks beyond what is listed above are not included, so consider bringing snacks and water for the day. Professional photographs are not included and must be arranged or purchased separately if you wish to have them. During the tour Wear comfortable, layered clothing suitable for cool early-morning temperatures at altitude and warmer conditions later in the day. Flat, sturdy footwear is advisable for walking across the archaeological site. Follow your guide's instructions at all times, particularly during the balloon flight and when moving through the ruins.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.