The most magical way to see Teotihuacán: float over the Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon at sunrise in a hot air balloon, then walk the ancient city with your own certified guide and finish at the Basílica de Guadalupe.
What's included
Private round-trip transport, a certified English-speaking guide, toll highway, coffee break, a shared hot air balloon flight, the Teotihuacán entrance fee and a guided visit to the Basílica de Guadalupe.
✓ Certified archaeological guide
✓ English-speaking driver
✓ Toll highway
✓ Coffee break before the flight
✓ Shared hot air balloon flight
✓ Teotihuacán entrance fee
✓ Guided visit to Basílica de Guadalupe
✓ Passenger insurance
✓ Cold bottled water all day
Your day, hour by hour
Sunrise in the sky, ancient history on the ground.
Hotel pickup
Your guide picks you up — balloon flights run on a fixed early schedule.
Hot air balloon flight
Check in, coffee and a breathtaking shared flight over the pyramids.
Teotihuacán
Explore the Avenue of the Dead and the Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon with your guide.
Basílica de Guadalupe & back
Visit the most important shrine in Mexico, then drop-off at your hotel.
Pickup & departure cities
We pick you up at your hotel or Airbnb in central Mexico City — Centro Histórico, Reforma, Polanco, Roma and Condesa. Staying somewhere else? Ask us and we will adapt the pickup.
Suggested pickup: 5:00 AM (fixed by the balloon schedule) · Duration: 9–11 h. Times can be adjusted to your plans and Mexico City traffic.
Why book a private tour
On a private tour the day moves at your pace. You skip the long waits, get personal attention, stop for the photos you want and travel only with your own group. For families, couples and small groups, it's the difference between seeing Teotihuacán and truly experiencing it. Rated 5.0 by 3,500+ travelers on TripAdvisor.
Full price list
Group size
Price per person
2 adults
$450 USD
3 adults
$400 USD
4 adults
$375 USD
5 adults
$365 USD
6–9 adults
$345 USD
10–16 adults
$325 USD
Kids (3–10): $300 USD each · Babies (0–2): not recommended · All federal & state taxes included
The hot air balloon is not recommended for children under 5.
Good to know
✓ What to bring
- Warm jacket for the early flight
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunscreen & hat
- A big smile
✕ Not included
- Lunch (optional)
- Souvenirs
- Tips (optional)
Frequently asked questions
“How long is the Teotihuacán + Hot Air Balloon private tour?”
Around 9–11 hours door to door from central Mexico City.
“What time is hotel pickup?”
Around 5:00 a.m. — the time is fixed by the balloon flight schedule.
“What is included in the price?”
Private transport, toll highway, your guide, coffee break, a shared balloon flight, the Teotihuacán entrance fee and the Basílica visit.
“Is the balloon private?”
The balloon flight is shared with other travelers; the rest of the day — vehicle and guide — is 100% private.
“What if the flight is cancelled due to weather?”
Balloon flights depend on weather. If it is cancelled we will help you reschedule or adjust the tour.
“Do I need to pay a deposit?”
No. You reserve online and pay on the day of your tour in cash (USD or MXN), card, PayPal or Zelle.