Top Central Mexico Hiking Tours

This Iztaccihuatl Volcano hike is a must-do for outdoor enthusiasts visiting Mexico City. An experienced guide gets you ready from start to finish on this adventure-filled day. Trek for 3 hours on an intermediate trail that ends a few thousand feet below the snowcapped summit 17,000 feet high. The air may be thin up there, but the views are not — soak up stunning views of Popocatepetl and the Valley of Mexico before descending the dormant volcano and fueling up with lunch (own expense). 

Escape the bustle of the capital during this full-day private horseback riding excursion from Mexico City. Combine a ride through stunning Ajusco National Park with a traditional Mexican lunch. Get an introduction to life in the Mexican countryside. Enjoy panoramic views over Mexico City and Eagle’s Peak mountain. A full home-cooked barbecue meal with meat, sides, and wine is included.

Hike Mexico’s fourth tallest peak, the 13,000-foot (4,000-meter) Nevado de Toluca, with the help of a mountain guide. Explore this extinct volcano, its twin lakes, and spectacular scenery during a full-day adventure. Trekkers must be healthy, in appropriate shape, and equipped with hiking boots for this nearly 5-mile (8-kilometer) hike. For your security, trekking poles and accident insurance are included in the tour cost.

The Izta Popo National Park has 2 volcanoes in the same place. We have designed hiking routes so you can enjoy the incredible views of the dormant volcano Iztaccíhuatl and the active volcano Popocatépetl. Our certified guide will explain the flora and fauna of the place. Live and breathe pure air at about 3,600 meters above sea level and 4,300 meters above sea level. It is an excellent place to share a wonderful experience alone, with friends or family. The tour includes round-trip transportation. Choose between: Level 1. The walk begins at about 3,600 meters above sea level and ends at 3,980 meters above sea level. The trail is marked sandy. The total is 8-9km of which 4.5 km are moderate uphill and the rest is downhill. Level 2. The total is 14km of which 4km are uphill and the rest downhill with a few meters of moderate ascent. The trail is marked, mostly sandy with an outward view of the Izta and a return view of the Popo. Level 3. It is a 7km walk at an altitude of between 3,990 and 4,500 meters above sea level where there will be sand and stone.

Avoid the crowds on this early morning tour of the Teotihuacan pyramids, also known as the City of the Gods. On this tour, an archeologist takes you around the UNESCO World Heritage Site and gives you insight into the majestic plazas and murals. Snap memorable shots of this remaining Mayan heritage as the sun goes up. Then cap off your day trip from Mexico City with a visit to an obsidian factory.

Save by booking two popular Mexico City tours with this Super Saver featuring some of Mexico City’s best sites. Discover the colonial beauty of Coyoacán, stroll through North America's oldest university and gain insight into Frida Kahlo’s life and artwork at her former home of Casa Azul. Then, drift through the waterways of Xochimilco, a UNESCO site, and enjoy snacks aboard a ‘trajinera’ boat. You’ll come away with unique experiences and knowledge of Aztec history and colonial architecture.

Fly in a hot air balloon over one of the most spectacular places in Mexico, the Teotihuacán Valley, and enjoy one of the most impressive hot air balloon experiences in the world just 45 minutes from Mexico City. Volare is the hot air balloon rides company with more experience in Mexico. Includes - 30 to 50 minutes flight in shared balloon* - Coffee break service - Breakfast - Honor toast and diploma - Round transportation from Mexico City (optional)** Duration of the experience: 5 hours (includes transportation) Notes * The flight duration is subject to weather conditions. ** Included in the options with round trip transportation from Mexico City. If you don’t need the transportation service from Mexico City select the no transportation option.

Hit three top historical attractions on this full-day guided tour from Mexico City: Tlatelolco, the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and Teotihuacan. See where the main market of the Aztec empire once stood in Tlatelolco. At the Shrine of Guadalupe, one of the most popular Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world, see a cloak with an image of the Lady Virgin on display. Stroll through the archaeological ruins of Teotihuacan, known as the City of the Gods, the Sun and Moon pyramids for fantastic views.

On this private half-day tour, avoid the large tour groups and get to know the sights of Mexico City in the company of just your family and friends. Your personalized guide takes you to Tlatelolco, an excavated Aztec zone. Visit the Shrine of Guadalupe, a popular Catholic pilgrimage site, and set your eyes on a cloak said to have imprinted on it an image of the Lady Virgin. Explore the archaeological ruins of Teotihuacan, and climb the Sun and Moon pyramids for arresting views. Transport, tickets, and lunch are included.

Discover one of the world’s most impressive collections of artifacts from pre-Columbian Maya civilizations through Spanish colonization at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City. An informative guide provides historical and archaeological context to the exhibits, including the Aztec Calendar, reconstructions of Maya tombs and giant Olmec heads. After this half-day tour, you’ll come away with insight into the influence of Mesoamerican cultures on Mexico today.

Reach the top attractions of Mexico City easily and affordably on a hop-on hop-off bus tour. Choose from four themed routes, which cover distinct areas of the city. Disembark at stops that interest you and hop back on when you’re ready. Or simply relax on the upper deck and listen to commentary during the ride. You’re free to experience the city your way at a pace that works for you.

Maximize your time in magnificent Mexico on a full-day trip to Puebla and Cholula from Mexico City. With a knowledgeable guide, discover the rich cultural heritage of each city, and marvel at Puebla’s beautiful historical center. Sample Puebla’s enticing range of culinary delights (own expense) and browse a traditional craft market for special souvenirs.

Visit two of Mexico City's most important attractions, the National Museum of Anthropology and Chapultepec Castle, in just a few hours on this half-day tour. An informative guide takes you to the National Museum of Anthropology, which houses the largest collection of traditional Mexican art in the world. Then, discover the Chapultepec Castle’s 12 halls filled with royal artifacts and learn about its origins as a retreat for Aztec rulers.

Discover architectural wonders on this guided day trip to Cholula and Puebla from Mexico City. Inside Cholula’s archaeological zone, feast your eyes on Pirámide Tepanapa, or the Great Pyramid, the world’s largest—even bigger in volume than Cheops in Egypt! Wind your way through the UNESCO-listed city of Puebla, home to gorgeous tiled buildings and Mexican Baroque churches, including the Church of Santo Domingo and Chapel of the Rosary. Bonus: hotel transport and lunch are included.

This experience is good for our physical, mental and social health. We will reach the highest and most beautiful viewpoint in the city, called the Pico del Águila and the highest point of the city reaching 3,930 meters above sea level. An experience that they must live at least once in their life. At the end we will have a surprise in recognition of your effort.

Spend a day amid the monarch butterflies on a private day trip to Santuario del la Mariposa Monarca. Set on a volcanic mountainside, the reserve is one of the best spots in Mexico to see the butterflies as they fly there to survive the winter weather. You’ll reach the site with minimum fuss, with private transport and admission organized in advance.

Spend a day in the great outdoors and hike to the top of Mexico’s fifth-highest mountain on this exciting excursion. Alongside a private guide, head to the base of La Malinche, an inactive volcano, and begin your trek. Summit the mountain, stop to enjoy the scenery along the way, and eat your lunch (not provided) at a scenic location.

It is a private tour where you will have the opportunity to enjoy and explore at your own pace and without any haste all the attractions that Grutas tolantongo has for you. You will have the option of taking a zip line tour or immersing yourself in the hot springs of its pools, river or main grotto or walk along its suspension bridge and admire its beautiful landscape between the mountains.

Ideal for those in search of an active adventure, this tour provides the opportunity to discover the Ajusco forest. Wake up early and begin your trek to the summit as the sun begins to rise. Stop at the top for a rest and to capture photos or videos with the help of your guide and their drone. Admire the view of Mexico City from above and marvel at the Popocatepetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes.

Let's conquer the mountains of a beautiful pine and oak forest. The largest and least crowded lung of CDMX with views that will take your breath away. We will begin the ascent next to the 'La Magdalena' river, known for being the only living river in the city. The objective is to reach the 'Puerta del cielo' viewpoint located at 3550m high (11600ft). Along the way, you'll see a small waterfall, huge rocks, and diverse, lush vegetation. We will visit another viewpoint, we will explore a cave, and we will also climb a 30-meter-high via ferrata (with safety equipment) that will get your adrenaline pumping 100%. Once we arrive at the 'Heaven's Gate' you will have time to rest, take photos and eat to recharge your energy. Finally, we will return to the starting point, where transportation will take us back to the city. *APPROXIMATE DISTANCE = 6-7km (4miles) *REQUIRED LEVEL = Intermediate. *RAINY SEASON: Safe to do the activity and it's also mushroom season!

Enjoy a guided hike up the slopes of the third highest mountain in Mexico, Iztaccihuatl Volcano, to the Refuge of 100, at 15,486 feet (4,720 meters). Along the way, enjoy impressive views of Popacapetl Volcano, the city of Puebla and the Pico de Orizaba. Lunch and private transportation from Mexico City included for a hassle-free day.

Get closer to nature than you would if you stayed in the city on a private camping trip in Totláli Ecological Reserve. Sleep beneath the stars and increase your chances of spotting nocturnal wildlife such as fireflies and lizards. You'll have the chance to toast marshmallows, explore the reserve on foot, and see exceptionally bright stars.

Trek to the top of central Mexico’s Iztaccihuatl Volcano during your time in Mexico City on this full-day adventure. Choose from an early morning alpine climb or a day hike (dependent on your physical abilities) and follow your private guide up the mountains. Alpine climbs require the use of crampons and an ice axe, which are provided.