Your experience

Step back in time on this unforgettable journey to the ancient city of Teotihuacán. Travel in comfort with private transportation from Mexico City to one of the world's most significant archaeological sites. This tour adds a unique twist by including exclusive access to a hidden pre-Hispanic cave, where ancient rites once took place.

Getting started

Your excursion begins with a personalized pick-up from your Mexico City hotel. Meet your bilingual certified guide who will share insights throughout your journey. Your route first brings you to the historic Plaza of the Three Cultures, an emblematic site combining pre-Columbian ruins, colonial architecture and contemporary buildings—a living tapestry of Mexican history.

What to expect

Plaza of the Three Cultures

Start your day exploring this symbolic square, where three distinct periods of Mexico's past intersect. View remnants of the ancient city of Tlatelolco and the imposing Santiago Tlatelolco Church, constructed from repurposed Aztec stones. Hear stories that bring to life the cultural transformations of the site.

• See layers of Mexico's past from Aztec to colonial to modern

• Walk through ruins once filled with market stalls and vibrant exchange

• Appreciate the evolution of the city over centuries

Teotihuacán Pyramids

Next, arrive at Teotihuacán, the remarkable City of the Gods. Accompanied by your expert guide, walk the Avenue of the Dead flanked by temples, murals and ceremonial plazas. Learn about the civilization that built these monumental structures and marvel at the scale of the Pyramids.

• Climb the Pyramid of the Sun, rising 75 meters, for a breathtaking panorama

• Stand at the base of the Pyramid of the Moon and imagine ritual processions

• Admire the Temple of Quetzalcoatl with its intricate feathered serpent motifs

• Discover the meaning and layout of the Avenue of the Dead

Pre-Hispanic Cave Experience

This tour's highlight is special access to an underground chamber used by Teotihuacán's elite for sacred rituals and astronomical purposes. Observe carvings and traces of ancient practices in this atmospheric subterranean world.

• See original artifacts and carvings deep underground

• Hear legends and interpretations of the cave's mystical use

The tour’s end

Your guide will ensure you enjoy every moment, answering questions and unveiling the mysteries of each location. Relax in comfort as your private transfer returns you to Mexico City, your memory filled with images of ancient pyramids, sacred caves and vibrant history.

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