Day Trips from Mexico City to Mexico - page 2

Trade the non-stop traffic and noise of Mexico City for a day of caves and cultures on a private 12-hour tour. After direct transfer from your hotel, explore the mysterious tunnels and grottos of Cacahuamilpa. Later, stroll through the cobbled streets and enjoy the Baroque architecture of Taxco.

Discover the hot springs and stunning scenery of the Tolantongo Caves on this full-day tour from Mexico City. Return transfer by air-conditioned vehicle ensures a hassle-free journey, leaving you with more time to swim, sunbathe, or explore the grottoes and canyon. The small-group tour size offers a more personalized experience, making it a great choice for couples, families, and adventurous travelers.

Teotihuacan Pyramids from Mexico City shared experience first thing in the morning to avoid the large crowds, incredible photographs, all the history by an expert, we did not visit stores (tourist traps). Our experience focuses on architecture, history and photography. Our transportation service is comfortable and always air-conditioned. The operators are professionals and meet the highest quality standards. All entrance fees are included and we will provide bottled water throughout the experience.

This two-part tour takes you first to Tula, a Mesoamerican archeological site outside Mexico City. Guarded by colossal statues resembling totem poles, the site was an important regional center between 850 and 1150 A.D. Then it’s on to Tepotzotlan, one of Mexico’s “magic towns,” for a tour of a colonial monastery.

Live the adventure of knowing Teotihuacan, one of the most imposing pre-Hispanic cities, try to conquer the heights of the Pyramid of the Sun and the Moon. Also, be amazed by visiting the square of the three cultures and the Basilica of Guadalupe, the second most visited Catholic sanctuary in the world.

Get to know the Pueblos Magicos, or 'Magic Towns,' in Hidalgo on this day trip from Mexico City. With your guide in the lead, learn about daily life in these colonial towns, as well as their cultural and historical significance to the region. Round-trip transportation from a central meeting point in Mexico City included.

Visit the beautiful colonial cities of Taxco and Cuernavaca in a single day with this excursion from Mexico City. You'll start in Cuernavaca, where you'll see historic attractions like the Palacio de Cortés and the city's cathedral. You will then make your way to Taxco, where you will have time for lunch, shopping, or simply exploring the city's cobblestone streets before returning to Mexico City.

Visit Teotihuacan in the early morning for a memorable view of the landmark site on a full-day tour from Mexico City. Afterward, stop at an artisan market, then have time to purchase lunch and refreshments before returning to Mexico City. Your tour includes entrance fees, air-conditioned transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Visit Cholula and nearby Puebla on this guided day tour from Mexico City. You will start in Cholula where you can see the Great Pyramid of Cholula and spend time exploring the city. Next, you'll head to Puebla, where you'll have time to shop, eat, and explore before heading back to Mexico City.

Follow a mountain guide to the summit of Nevado de Toluca Volcano, the fourth tallest peak in Mexico at 15,354 feet (4,680 meters). Hike into the extinct volcano's crater to see the lagoons within and enjoy the spectacular scenery along the way. Includes all safety equipment, lunch and private transportation from Mexico City.

Swap out a day in Mexico City for the beauty, art and culture of Puebla. The tour begins at the Pyramid of Cholula, which dwarfs the Egyptian Pyramids by almost 2 million cubic meters and has a cultural story that is just as enigmatic. The tour also includes the architectural and cultural gems of the Church of Santa María Tonantzintla, the Puebla Cathedral and the Calle de los Dulces (Sweets Street).

Tour the UNESCO-listed Teotihuacán pyramids and join a family for lunch on this day tour from Mexico City. With the help of a guide, reach Teotihuacán by public transport, and walk through the ancient city that Aztecs called 'the place where men become gods.' Enjoy the view from the top of the Quetzalcoatl Pyramid. After a visit to a pulqueria, soak up cultural traditions, conversation and food as you share lunch in a local Mexican home. This private tour ensures a more personalized experience.

In this tour the main points of the city of Taxco and Cuernavaca are known. It is a tour that cannot be skipped if art, culture and history are of interest to you.

Discover the best of Puebla and Cholula on a full-day tour from Mexico City that is ideal for people with limited time. After pickup at your hotel, head to Cholula to visit the Great Pyramid of Cholula (Tlachihualtepetl) and the elaborate Church of Santa Maria Tonantzintla. Then continue to Puebla where you can try their specialties for lunch (own expense) before a guided walking tour of the colonial city.

Puebla is one of the most beautiful colonial cities in the entire country: Be amazed by its architectural beauty, unique gastronomy, its churches and of course one of the most emblematic archaeological sites in Mexico. We are proud of the professionalism of our guides and the service to our clients. We invite you to live a unique experience 3 hours from the city.

Learn about Mexican history and culture with this tour from Mexico City. You'll visit the Basilica of our Lady of Guadalupe—the most important Catholic pilgrimage site in the country—as well as the Teotihuacan archaeological site, with its Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and its temple of Quetzalpapalotl, You'll also get the chance to spend time at an arts and crafts center before returning to Mexico City.

Discover ancient Mexico’s “City of the Gods” on this half-day guided excursion. After a convenient pickup on Paseo de la Reforma, marvel at one of Mexico’s most important archaeological sites on a small group tour and experience sites like Sun and Moon Pyramids, Moon Plaza, and the Palace of Quetzalpapalotl. Learn about the site’s history from an informative local guide and enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch afterwards.

Visit Teotihuacán and Tlatelolco, pay your respects at the Basilica of the Virgin of Guadalupe, and partake in a tequila tasting on this excursion from Mexico City. Your professional guide will take you to the two archaeological parks, where you will learn many things about the pre-Columbian cultures of the region. Next, you will learn of the apparition of Mother Mary in the Basilica of Santa María de Guadalupe, followed by a visit with a tequila tasting.

On this visit you get to know two outstanding places in Mexico City for their history and religious and cultural importance, you can live with the people of the area, and also buy local products, such as prickly pear liquor and handicrafts from the area. A stop is made at a local restaurant in Teotihuacán to eat (with additional cost) as well as a stop at an artisan market. The tour begins in the Plaza de las 3 culturas, then Teotihuacán and ends at the Basilica of Guadalupe.

Let a guide navigate for you to 2 cornerstones of Mexican culture on a day trip from Mexico City. After your first stop at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the national shrine of Mexico, explore the ancient archaeological site of Teotihuacan. Going with a guide is essential, as many of the ruins are unmarked and needs context. Hotel transport is included for your convenience.

Visit two of Mexico City's top attractions on this small-group tour. You will begin with a visit to Teotihuacán, famous for its ancient pyramids and archaeological ruins. After a break for lunch, continue to the Basilica of Guadalupe, the most important Marian monument in Mexico, before returning to your hotel.

One of the most popular day trips from Mexico City, Teotihuacan is an impressive archaeological site as well as a popular tourist attraction. Create a richer experience in the "City of the Gods" on this small-group tour to the ruins that departs in the afternoon. This tour also includes a visit to an obsidian workshop, and an optional upgrade to include lunch.

Discover the history and culture of two Colonial Mexican towns on a private excursion to Cuernavaca and Taxco. After transfer from your Mexico City hotel, take a tour around the Plaza de la Constitucion in Cuernavaca and enjoy a clear view of the 16th-century cathedral built by the Order of the Franciscans. In Taxco, also known as the Silver Capital of the World, have lunch (own expense) and take free time to explore at your own pace.