Teotihuacán & Basilica Tour from Mexico City - Private

Two of Mexico's most sacred sites in one morning or afternoon

A private tour of Teotihuacán and the Basilica of Guadalupe from Mexico City with a guide in English or Spanish, hotel pickup, and bottled water. You'll climb the Pyramid of the Sun and explore the Avenue of the Dead at the pre-Hispanic archaeological zone, then visit both the new and old basilicas where the Virgin of Guadalupe appeared to Juan Diego on Tepeyac hill.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each2 stops

1. Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe40m
2. Teotihuacan3h

Visit Basilica and Teotihuacan Pyramids

• Visit new and old Basilica
• Explore Tepeyac hill
• Learn about Virgin of Guadalupe appearance
• Tour Teotihuacan archaeological zone
• See Pyramid of the Sun and Moon
• Walk Avenue of the Dead
• Learn about Teotihuacan culture and history

The experience

The tour runs four to six hours depending on how long you spend at each site. Your guide picks you up from your hotel in a private air-conditioned van and takes you first to the Basilica of Guadalupe, where you'll learn about the apparition and walk the grounds of both the modern basilica and the older colonial church. From there you drive to Teotihuacán, the pre-Hispanic city that flourished from 200 BC to 800 AD. The guide explains the culture, economy, religious practices and construction methods as you move through the site.

At Teotihuacán you'll see the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon, the Pyramid of Quetzalcoatl and the Avenue of the Dead. The guide tailors the pace and focus to your group's interests, whether you want to climb the pyramids, linger at particular structures or move through more quickly. Bottled water is provided throughout the day.

Admission to Teotihuacán is not included in the base price. You'll pay the archaeological zone fee separately at checkout if you want entry. The tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for families with infants in strollers, though the site involves walking and climbing stairs at your own pace.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned van.
• hotel pickup.
• bottled water.
• government fees.

Before you book

Lasts 4h–6h, runs every day at 08:00, 09:00 and 09:30, from US$ 349.62 per person, with a live guide in English and Spanish, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 09:00 and 09:30

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 11.39

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Roberto Valle

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you want a guide who adapts the itinerary to your pace and interests rather than following a fixed schedule with a large group. The private van means you set the rhythm at each site and can ask questions without time pressure.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the new and old basilicas at Guadalupe?

The Basilica of Guadalupe has both a modern basilica built in the 1970s and an older colonial-era church. Your guide takes you through both so you can see how the site has developed while learning the history of the apparition that makes it sacred to Mexican Catholics.

Can I climb the pyramids at Teotihuacán?

Yes. The Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon are open to climb, and you can walk the Avenue of the Dead and explore the other major structures. Your guide will explain what each building was used for and how the city was laid out.

How much walking is involved?

Teotihuacán requires moderate walking across the archaeological zone to see the main pyramids and structures. The Basilica of Guadalupe involves walking through both churches and around the grounds. Your guide adjusts the pace to your fitness level, and you can rest as needed.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch, breakfast and dinner are not part of the tour, so you can eat on your own schedule or the guide can recommend a restaurant near one of the sites.