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Unlock Teotihuacan Pyramids: Private Tour & Delicious Local Lunch

Mexico City, Mexicoby Intrepid Urban Adventures - Latin America

  • 8 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 12 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Get outta town! Go beyond the usual tourist bus experience on this tour that will literally take you out of Mexico City to see Teotihuacan pyramids, try local "delights" like cactus candy, sip on ancient pre-Hispanic brews, and dine at a local family home where you'll enjoy authentic dishes made and served by them. The best part: you’ll be supporting local family businesses, to really give you an itinerary worth bragging about.

What's included

  • End your adventure with a delicious homemade lunch at a local family’s home
  • Dive into the rich Teotihuacan culture, from ancient pyramids to modern times
  • Taste unique local treats, like cactus candy, along the way!
  • Travel like a local on public buses throughout the day
  • Join a friendly, English-speaking local guide as you head out of Mexico City
  • Explore a nearby town, visiting 2 family-run businesses for a true local experience
  • Recharge atop the spectacular Quetzalcoatl Pyramid, taking in breathtaking views
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Drinks and additional food

Itinerary

  1. 1

    House of Tiles

    2 hours

    This full-day Mexico City tour takes you from the city's buzz to the peaceful Teotihuacan Pyramids. We'll meet at the "House of Tiles," then take a 20-minute bus ride to the North Bus Station and a 90-minute countryside journey to the pyramids.

  2. 2

    Teotihuacan Mexico Tour

    1 hour

    We’ll start the day at the Teotihuacan Pyramids, "where men become gods." Walking through them is like stepping back in time.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    1 hour

    We’ll start at the impressive Moon Pyramid, where a guided tour will uncover the history, meaning, and architecture of this iconic Latin American site.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    1 hour

    Step back in time as we explore the Teotihuacan Pyramids. Start at the Moon Pyramid, then walk the Calzada de los Muertos to the towering Sun Pyramid, learning its history and significance along the way.

  5. 5

    Stop 5

    1 hour

    Take some time to relax and soak in the pyramid views before we continue with a stroll through a local town, making two stops to dive deeper into the rural way of life. The highlight of the day is lunch at a local family’s home, where you'll experience authentic life outside Mexico City.

Meeting and pickup

The Casa de los Azulejos ("House of Tiles"), Av Francisco I. Madero 4, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Cuauhtémoc, CDMX

End point

Mexico City Fine Arts Museum, Av. Juárez S/N, Centro Histórico Cuauhtémoc, 06050 CDMX

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • Vegetarian, Vegan, or Gluten Free options are available on this tour, but please let us know in advance if you have any dietary requirements.
  • Please note that this tour covers about 6 km of walking and can be quite strenuous for travellers who are not used to walk. We recommend this tour for guests who have at least a medium level of fitness ability.
  • Please note that it is not allowed to climb the pyramids.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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