Balloon flight + Grotto breakfast + Pyramids tour from Mexico City

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Mexico City, Mexico
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On average, this is booked 15 (5) days in advance.

7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Spanish
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Overview

*TIME 5 : 00AM FLIGHT DAWN.
SCHEDULE 7 : 00AM THE START TIME DEPENDS ON THE RETURN OF THE FIRST FLIGHT. WE RECOMMEND BUYING THIS FLIGHT ONLY IF THERE IS NO AVAILABILITY 5 : 00AM
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The title refers to our all-inclusive package, which includes round trip transportation from Mexico City, pick-up available from hotels, Airbnb and others 4.5 km from the Angel of Independence, balloon flight 35 minutes, breakfast at emblematic restaurant La Gruta, craft shop and finally a guided tour in the archaeological area with certified bilingual guides.
Balloon flight is our cheapest option and you will need to arrive at our facilities Balloon Airport Aerostat
Balloon flight, grotto and round trip are for those who want a shorter tour without missing breakfast in La Gruta, includes pick up 4.5 km from the Angel of Independence, 35 min flight, breakfast and return to the Angel
*Flying over pyramids or near archaeological site depends on the wind.

What's Included

  • Snacks Upon arrival at the reception you can enjoy coffee, tea and cookies, included in the purchase of any package.
  • Traveler insurance during balloon flight
  • Weight greater than 100kg or 220 lb has an extra charge of 35MXN for each Kilogram
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the option “Flight, Grotto and Transportation CDMX”.

Pickup details

Pickups are available in selected areas of Mexico City, usually near the Angel of Independence. Your driver will contact you the night before your tour to confirm the exact pick-up time and location, which may vary depending on the dawn and logistics of the vehicle.Can't find your hotel? Try typing the name in the browser to check availability.If your location is outside the pickup area, we will coordinate a nearby meeting point.Passengers who book All Inclusive or Flight + Transportation packages will be transferred to the Angel of Independence upon return.Passengers who book Flight Only or Flight + Breakfast packages will end their experience at our Teotihuacan facility.

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Meeting point

For the options “Balloon flight” and “All inclusive”.

Francisco Villa
55850 San Martín de las Pirámides, Méx., Mexico

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Avenida Paseo de la Reforma
Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

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What To Expect

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Mexico City

4:10 - 4:50am We will pick you up in your hotel or Airbnb as long as it is 5km around Angel of independence, punctuality is priority considering that various pick ups could be done in the same vehicle. For the 7am soto time, pick up would be breteen 5am and 6: 30 am, this depends on the sunrise that shifts during the year since Mexico eliminated the change of time for summer or winter time.
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55 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Globopuerto Aerostat - Teotihuacán

6:00 - 6:15 am Arrival to take off area, Hot air balloon ride with take off minutes after sunrise, that will let you experience stunning views of the archeological zone from the moment you take off, surrounded by colorful hot air balloons in a privileged take off zone. *Flight above archeological zone is limited by weather conditions that determine the wind direction. This is a shared ballon flight. For the 7am slot you'll be depending on the return of the sunrise hot air ballon ride of the 5am, start would be between 7:30 - 8:00am. We recommend to schedule this flight only if the 5am schedule is full considering that ballloon return may vary depending on the landing spot and other logistics factors. The 7am balloon flight is thought for those who couldn't find flying space in the 5am slot and they are wishing last days in Mexico City or is last opportunity to live experience due to agenda.
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35 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Gruta

After you balloon flight you will be taken to restaurant la Gruta, natural cave restaurant to enjoy breakfast and an amazing view. Remember to take a photo by the entrance with your group. You can have coffee or tea, and you’ll need to choose 1 of the following dishes. Omellette, Chilaquiles with or without meat, we also have vegan option.In case you want a different dish from Menu, plate will have to be paid separately.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Coatlan Experiencias

After your breakfast you will be taken to enjoy a liquor tasting from the area and a brief demonstration of the craft workshops, considering volcanic rock (obsidian), color in textile crafts
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piramides De Teotihuacan

During your access to archeological zone, a certified guide by the tourism department of Mexico, with spanish as a native language and english as a second language, will give you the pyramids tour, with historical and official records. Your access to archeological zone is included only if you buy the all inclusive package.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

The Angel of Independence

When you select all inclusive package you’ll be taken back to Mexico City with the drop off in the angel of independence due to Mexico City traffic
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Balloon flight + Grotto breakfast + Pyramids tour from Mexico City?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-309463P2

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What's Included

Activity name

  • SnacksUpon arrival at the reception you can enjoy coffee, tea and cookies, included in the purchase of any package.
  • Traveler insurance during balloon flight
  • Weight greater than 100kg or 220 lb has an extra charge of 35MXN for each Kilogram

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers

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