City Helicopter Tours
Language $Currency
Login / Sign up
Bookings
Bookings
Rewards Rewards
$0.00
Rewards Rewards
$0.00
Wishlists
Wishlists
Profile
Help Center
Language
Log out
Things To Do Things To Do Top 10 Top 10 City Tours City Tours Swamp Tours Swamp Tours Steamboat Natchez Steamboat Natchez Groups Groups About About FAQ FAQ Contact Contact
Start your search
Change your search
Place or activity
Select Dates

Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Pyramids

7,154 Reviews 4.92 out of 5 stars Based on 7,154 reviews collected by City Helicopter Tours and TripAdvisor |
Recommended by 99% of reviewers
99% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
|
Badge of Excellence |Badge of Excellence This experience is highly rated by travelers and has met our top quality standards. Mexico City, Mexico
Book online or call us

from $159.39 per person

Lowest Price Guarantee
Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Pyramids Image 1
Balloon Naty and Colorin
Balloon inflation
Entrance to the Cave
Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Pyramids Image 5
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 28 (0) days in advance.
4 to 7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 2 more
French, Spanish
Instant confirmation

Overview

Live one of the most spectacular experiences in Mexico with the number 1 agency in all of Mexico.

City Helicopter Tours Traveller Choice 2024 Award Winner
City Helicopter Tours Traveller Choice 2025 Award Winner
City Helicopter Tours Traveller Choice Award Winner Best of Best 2026

More than 150,000 travelers have chosen us as their number one choice to fly over the imposing pyramids of Teotihuacan and enjoy a unique breakfast inside the original and unique Ancestral Cave, a place full of history, atmosphere and magic.

This tour is designed for those looking for more than just a balloon ride. From your transfer from Mexico City, to your flight at dawn and breakfast in a place that looks like another world, we take care of every detail so you live an unforgettable, safe and seamless experience

Don't fly with anyone. Fly with the true experts in aerial and cultural experiences.

What's Included

  • Breakfast Breakfast in a 100% natural underground cave (optional)
  • Hot air balloon flight
  • Transportation from Mexico City* (optional)
  • If you weigh more than 100kg (220lb) and up to 120kg you will have an extra cost MXN 500.00 per person
  • If you weigh more than 120kg (264lb) and up to 140kg (308lb) it will cost an extra MXN 1,000.00 per person
  • Entrance to Teotihuacan Archaeological Site
See 2 moreSee 4 more

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the option “All-inclusive balloon flight”.

Pickup details

We will pick you up from your accommodation, which is located in Reforma, Countess, Rome, Polanco or Historic Center, if you are in another area we can pick you up but will have an extra charge. important to consider that transportation can be shared, will depend on the logistics of the day.

OR
Meeting point

For the options “Balloon Flight Only” and “Flight + Cave without transportation”.

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

Show on Google Maps

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

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, instant confirmation, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
Read more

Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free

Mexico City

4 : 20 - 4 : 50am - We will pick you up at your Hotel in the CDMX to head to the magical town of Teotihuacan, where our balloon port is located. (pickup time may vary depending on weather and logistics)
Read more

45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tlatoani tours

5:45am - We will be arriving at the takeoff area where we will welcome you with a coffee bar and cookies.6 : 10am - We will take off in the hot air balloon where we will fly 30 to 50 minutes up to 10,000ft high over the archaeological zone of Teotihuacan.7:30am - Upon landing the traditional ceremony will be held, where they will make a toast with the pilot and present their flight certificates.
Read more

1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Restaurante Cueva Obsidiana

8:00am - we will go to have breakfast at Restaurant LA CUEVA, so we will have breakfast inside a cave, 100% natural, a unique experience in the world.
Read more

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Tlalocan artesanías y experiencias

9 : 00am - You will soak up the culture and knowledge in the workshop of obsidian and maguey taught by expert guides and enjoy the tasting of different types of handmade spirits made in Teotihuacan.
Read more

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Zona Arqueologica De Teotihuacan

9:40am - You will have 1.5 hours free to tour the archaeological area of Teotihuacan. (Entrance to the archaeological zone not included 6 usd)
Read more

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Mexico City

11: 30 am-We will head back to CDMx where we will drop you off at the same place we picked you up.- All times are approximate and may change depending on the weather and logistics of the day.- The flight depends completely on the weather, we can not guarantee to fly right over the archaeological zone, but 95% of the flights we manage to fly up or very close- The cave restaurant is unique in the world, and has very specific hours, so we could wait a few minutes to enter, everything depends on the day and logistics- It is important to consider that it is a tour and all activities must be carried out, if you wish to finish the tour before the last stop, you must return by your means to CDMx
Read more

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Show 5 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with prostheses of any type
  • Not recommended for travelers who do not have a limb or problem standing
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Pyramids?

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.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-366381P1

Traveler Photos

Reviews

4.92
7,154 reviews

Average 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 7,144 traveler reviews collected by City Helicopter Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
6,771
4 stars
272
3 stars
58
2 stars
23
1 star
20
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 28 (0) days in advance.
Mexico City Tours
Attractions
Guides
Calendar
View more

Similar Tours & Activities

Private Tour of Mexico City with Anthropology

Begin your adventure with the convenience of our hotel pickup service, which will take you to the historic center, where the heart of Mexico City …More

4.9 (75)

Private Tour of Mexico City with Anthropology

4.9 (75)

Begin your adventure with the convenience of our hotel pickup service, which will take you to the historic center, where the heart of Mexico City...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (75)
from
$80
Discover Mexico City by Bike: Chapultepec to Downtown Tour!

What makes this tour so special? It’s a biking adventure from Chapultepec to Downtown. On this journey, I’ll guide you through the vibrant heart of …More

5.0 (3)

Discover Mexico City by Bike: Chapultepec to Downtown Tour!

5.0 (3)

What makes this tour so special? It’s a biking adventure from Chapultepec to Downtown. On this journey, I’ll guide you through the vibrant heart of...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$50
PREMIUM Frida Kahlo Museum and Xochimilco (Small Groups)

This is the perfect tour for you! We are proud to offer a specialized and personalized service, so you can enjoy a unique day in …More

4.9 (1,083)

PREMIUM Frida Kahlo Museum and Xochimilco (Small Groups)

4.9 (1,083)

This is the perfect tour for you! We are proud to offer a specialized and personalized service, so you can enjoy a unique day in...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,083)
from
$60
From Mexico City: Day Trip to Puebla and Cholula

You will going to: • Get to know one of the most beautiful historical centers in Mexico, which has been cataloged as a World Heritage …More

3.5 (2)

From Mexico City: Day Trip to Puebla and Cholula

3.5 (2)

You will going to: • Get to know one of the most beautiful historical centers in Mexico, which has been cataloged as a World Heritage...

10 to 11 hours Free Cancellation
3.5 (2)
from
$56

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Frida Kahlo VIP [Museum Tickets Included] Walk, Markets & Churros

ENGLISH ONLY — no Spanish or bilingual option. Guests must be able to follow the tour in English. 3 HOURS IN COYOACÁN; MUSEUM ENTRY 3 …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
5.0 (1,360)

Frida Kahlo VIP [Museum Tickets Included] Walk, Markets & Churros

5.0 (1,360)

ENGLISH ONLY — no Spanish or bilingual option. Guests must be able to follow the tour in English. 3 HOURS IN COYOACÁN; MUSEUM ENTRY 3...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,360)
from
$88
Frida Kahlo VIP [Museum Tickets Included] Bike, Markets & Churros

ENGLISH ONLY — no Spanish or bilingual option. Guests must be able to follow the tour in English. 3 HOURS IN COYOACÁN; MUSEUM ENTRY 3 …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
5.0 (1,217)

Frida Kahlo VIP [Museum Tickets Included] Bike, Markets & Churros

5.0 (1,217)

ENGLISH ONLY — no Spanish or bilingual option. Guests must be able to follow the tour in English. 3 HOURS IN COYOACÁN; MUSEUM ENTRY 3...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,217)
from
$88
Frida Kahlo’s Blue House: Tour with Certified Guide

Frida was born in this house, painted in this house, and died in this house. That is why the Blue House doesn't feel like a …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
4.9 (1,091)

Frida Kahlo’s Blue House: Tour with Certified Guide

4.9 (1,091)

Frida was born in this house, painted in this house, and died in this house. That is why the Blue House doesn't feel like a...

120 to 140 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,091)
from
$81
Lucha Libre Tickets & Tacos & Beer & Mezcal = BEST NIGHT EVER!

EXACT MEETING LOCATION SENT THE NIGHT BEFORE > Tuesdays we start at 18:00 in Roma Norte (Arena Mexico). > Wednesday we start at 18:00 in …More

4.9 (2,066)

Lucha Libre Tickets & Tacos & Beer & Mezcal = BEST NIGHT EVER!

4.9 (2,066)

EXACT MEETING LOCATION SENT THE NIGHT BEFORE > Tuesdays we start at 18:00 in Roma Norte (Arena Mexico). > Wednesday we start at 18:00 in...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,066)
from
$96

Things To Do in Mexico City

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Activity name

The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Helicopter Tours customers.

Filter by:

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Pyramids?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Breakfast. Breakfast in a 100% natural underground cave (optional).
  • Hot air balloon flight.
  • Transportation from Mexico City* (optional).
  • 1 hour and a half to visit archaeological area.
The following is NOT included:
  • If you weigh more than 100kg (220lb) and up to 120kg you will have an extra cost MXN 500.00 per person.
  • If you weigh more than 120kg (264lb) and up to 140kg (308lb) it will cost an extra MXN 1,000.00 per person.
  • Entrance to Teotihuacan Archaeological Site.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 3..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Pyramids is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • not recommended for travelers with prostheses of any type
  • not recommended for travelers who do not have a limb or problem standing
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Pyramids will be included in your confirmation email from City Helicopter Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024

What's Included

Activity name

  • BreakfastBreakfast in a 100% natural underground cave (optional)
  • Hot air balloon flight
  • Transportation from Mexico City* (optional)
  • 1 hour and a half to visit archaeological area
  • If you weigh more than 100kg (220lb) and up to 120kg you will have an extra cost MXN 500.00 per person
  • If you weigh more than 120kg (264lb) and up to 140kg (308lb) it will cost an extra MXN 1,000.00 per person
  • Entrance to Teotihuacan Archaeological Site
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • not recommended for travelers with prostheses of any type
  • not recommended for travelers who do not have a limb or problem standing
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • There may be circumstances where the pilot asks some passengers to move to the other side of the same basket to ensure proper weight distribution.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Report Product Issue

Activity name