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Balloon Flight in Teotihuacan + Breakfast in La Gruta and Transportation

By Vía Mexa
Free cancellation available
The previous price was RM 742 and current price is RM 571 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Enjoy a spectacular balloon flight over the Teotihuacan pyramids at dawn, one of the most impressive experiences in Mexico. See the sacred landscape from the sky as the sun illuminates the “City of the Gods”.

After landing, the adventure continues with a delicious breakfast in the famous and original underground restaurant “La Gruta”, located inside a natural volcanic tube in a dormant volcano.
(don’t fall into tourist traps, this is the original) This is the area’s authentic and most emblematic restaurant, renowned for its completely natural environment inside a cave, which turns the dining experience into something truly unique and special.

To make you just worry about enjoying yourself, it includes convenient, safe and hassle-free round trip transportation from Mexico City.

Activity location

  • Mexico City
    • Mexico City, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Vive Vuela Teotihuacan
    • 55850, San Martín de las Pirámides, Estado de México, Mexico

Check availability

Balloon Flight Only

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Balloon flight only: In this option you will receive the location of the balloonport and you must arrive by your own means.

Starting time: 5:00
Price details
RM 683.00
RM 512.25 x 1 AdultRM 512.25
Paid at activityRM 58.88
Total
The previous price was RM 741.88 and current price is RM 571.13
25% off
Until Tue, 16 Jun

Breakfast in "LA GRUTA"

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Flight in Aerostatic balloon
Breakfast “LA GRUTA” (Original): Includes:
2 Drinks
1 Village bread
1 Fruit dish
1 dish to choose (Omelette, Eggs to taste, Enchiladas and more)
Visit the Archaeological Zone: You will have 1 hour to explore the Teotihuacan Pyramids
Admission not included cost 10 USD per person.

Pickup included

Starting time: 5:00
Price details
RM 1,062.66
RM 797.00 x 1 AdultRM 797.00
Paid at activityRM 58.88
Total
The previous price was RM 1,121.54 and current price is RM 855.88
25% off
Until Tue, 16 Jun

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free time to explore and walk among the majestic pyramids.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Round trip from Mexico City. (Optional)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    MEXA Breakfast in the Underground Restaurant "LA GRUTA"
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hot air balloon flight.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    After the 100 kg, $40 MXN is charged for each additional kilo.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entry/entry: Archaeological Zone of Teotihuacán
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Special reservations to people with wheelchair, ask + 52 5578416779

Activity itinerary

Mexico City

  • 45m
4 : 20 a.m. - 4 : 50 a.m. - Pickup from selected Mexico City hotels or Airbnb. From there we will head to the balloonport in Teotihuacan to begin this incredible experience. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed one day in advance and may vary depending on weather conditions and operational logistics.

Vive Vuela Teotihuacan

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
5:45 a.m. - Arrival at the balloonport. Our team will welcome you with coffee, tea and biscuits as you watch the balloons prepare before takeoff. 6: 10 a.m. Start of the hot air balloon flight. Enjoy a unique experience of between 30 and 50 minutes, reaching heights of up to 10,000 feet and admiring breathtaking panoramic views of Teotihuacan at dawn. 7: 30 a.m. After landing, they will participate in the traditional flying ceremony, which includes a toast with the pilot and the presentation of your commemorative flight certificate.

La Gruta

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
8:00 a.m. - After the flight, we will head to the iconic Restaurant La Gruta, where you will live a unique dining experience: breakfast inside a real natural cave. A 100% natural environment that makes this moment truly unforgettable. Enjoy a magical and exclusive atmosphere, in one of the most emblematic restaurants in Teotihuacan, where nature and gastronomy merge into an unrepeatable experience.

Taller de Artesanías Finas el Sol

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
9 :00 a.m. Immerse yourself in the ancestral culture of Teotihuacan with a guided tour of a traditional obsidian and maguey workshop. You will know the importance of the volcanic stones used by the ancient Teotihuacans in their daily lives, trade and rituals. Guided by local experts, you will learn about these ancient techniques and their cultural legacy. In addition, you will enjoy a tasting of artisan spirits made in the region, an authentic sample of Teotihuacan traditions.

Zona Arqueologica Teotihuacan

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
10:00 a.m. - You will have 1 hour of free time to tour the archaeological area of Teotihuacan and explore its stunning Sun and Moon pyramids and historic spaces at your own pace. Important: Admission to the archaeological site is not included and costs approximately $10 USD (or $210 MXN) per person.

Mexico City

  • 1h
11 :00 a.m. Return to Mexico City. We will drop you off at the same point where we picked you up at the beginning of the experience. Important: - All times are approximate and may vary depending on the weather conditions and logistics of the day. - Balloon flight depends entirely on the weather; it cannot be guaranteed to fly exactly over the archaeological zone, although in 95% of the cases it is possible to fly over or very close to Teotihuacán. - La Gruta Restaurant is a unique restaurant located inside a natural volcanic tube on a dormant volcano, making it an exceptional dining experience. Due to their high demand and specific hours, there could be waiting times for access. - This is a complete tour and all activities must be carried out. In case any traveler decides to leave before the last stop, the return to Mexico City must be at their own expense.

Location

Activity location

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    Mexico City
    • Mexico City, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Vive Vuela Teotihuacan
    • 55850, San Martín de las Pirámides, Estado de México, Mexico

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