--- title: Balloon Flight in Teotihuacan + Breakfast in La Gruta and Transportation lang: en type: tour city: Mexico City country: Mexico price: 130 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.88 reviews: 77 duration_minutes: 180 duration_max_minutes: 420 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 48 of 60 (Hot Air Balloon over Teotihuacan) schedule_checked: 2026-10-08 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/tours/balloon-flight-in-teotihuacan-breakfast-in-la-gruta-and-transportation/ --- # Balloon Flight in Teotihuacan + Breakfast in La Gruta and Transportation **Guidekin's take:** Pair a dawn balloon flight over Teotihuacan with an underground cave breakfast, or choose the flight-only option. The breakfast package adds bottled water and free time at the pyramids; Mexico City transfers are optional and archaeological entry costs extra. 4.88 from 77 reviews at €130 per person for 3h–7h. In our comparison: #48 of 60 in Hot Air Balloon over Teotihuacan, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Enjoy a spectacular balloon flight over the Teotihuacan pyramids at dawn, one of the most impressive experiences in Mexico. See the sacred landscape from the sky as the sun illuminates the “City of the Gods”. After landing, the adventure continues with a delicious breakfast in the famous and original underground restaurant “La Gruta”, located inside a natural volcanic tube in a dormant volcano. (don’t fall into tourist traps, this is the original) This is the area’s authentic and most emblematic restaurant, renowned for its completely natural environment inside a cave, which turns the dining experience into something truly unique and special. To make you just worry about enjoying yourself, it includes convenient, safe and hassle-free round trip transportation from Mexico City. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 05:00: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €130 per person for the Balloon Flight Only option; other options up to €206 - Duration: 3h–7h - Rating: 4.88/5 from 77 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Vía Mexa - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 05:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-08 ## Reviews 4.88 from 77 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 75 of 77. - 5 stars: 72 (94%) - 4 stars: 3 (4%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Balloon Flight Only | €133 / person | Spanish, English | Balloon flight only: In this option you will receive the location of the balloonport and you must arrive by your own means. | | Breakfast in "LA GRUTA" | €206 / person | Spanish, English | Flight in Aerostatic balloon Breakfast "LA GRUTA" (Original): Includes: 2 Drinks 1 Village bread 1 Fruit dish 1 dish to choose (Omelette, Eggs to taste, Enchiladas and more) Visit the Archaeological Zone: You will have 1 hour to explore the Teotihuacan Pyramids Admission not included cost 10 USD per person. Pickup included | ## What's included - Free time to explore and walk among the majestic pyramids. - Bottled water - Breakfast in a 100% natural underground cave just outside the archaeological area of Teotihuacan - Round trip from Mexico City. (Optional) - Hot air balloon flight. ## Not included - After the 100 kg, $40 MXN is charged for each additional kilo. - Entry/entry: Archaeological Zone of Teotihuacán - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Mexico City** (45m) - 4 : 20 a.m. - 4 : 50 a.m. - Pickup from selected Mexico City hotels or Airbnb. From there we will head to the balloonport in Teotihuacan to begin this incredible experience. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed one day in advance and may vary depending on weather... 2. **Vive Vuela Teotihuacan** (2h; admission included) - 5:45 a.m. - Arrival at the balloonport. Our team will welcome you with coffee, tea and biscuits as you watch the balloons prepare before takeoff. 6: 10 a.m. Start of the hot air balloon flight. Enjoy a unique experience of between 30 and 50 minutes, reaching heights of up to... 3. **8:00 a** (1h; admission included) - m. - After the flight, we will head to the iconic Restaurant La Gruta, where you will live a unique dining experience: breakfast inside a real natural cave. A 100% natural environment that makes this moment truly unforgettable. Enjoy a magical and exclusive atmosphere, in one... 4. **9 :00 a** (30m; admission included) - m. Immerse yourself in the ancestral culture of Teotihuacan with a guided tour of a traditional obsidian and maguey workshop. You will know the importance of the volcanic stones used by the ancient Teotihuacans in their daily lives, trade and rituals. Guided by local experts,... 5. **Zona Arqueologica De Teotihuacan** (1h) - 10:00 a.m. - You will have 1 hour of free time to tour the archaeological area of Teotihuacan and explore its stunning Sun and Moon pyramids and historic spaces at your own pace. Important: Admission to the archaeological site is not included and costs approximately $10 USD... 6. **Mexico City** (1h) - 11 :00 a.m. Return to Mexico City. We will drop you off at the same point where we picked you up at the beginning of the experience. Important: - All times are approximate and may vary depending on the weather conditions and logistics of the day. - Balloon flight depends... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 05:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Upon arrival at the Globeport, at the take-off area, you will be welcomed in comfort and will have secure parking. Then, they will go to reception to register and validate their ticket, starting an unforgettable experience. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Special reservations to people with wheelchair, ask + 52 5578416779 ## Compared with other Hot Air Balloon over Teotihuacan | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #48 of 60** | €130 | 3h–7h | 4.88 (77) | shared | | [Balloon flight + Grotto breakfast + Pyramids tour from Mexico City](/mexico/mexico-city/tours/balloon-flight-grotto-breakfast-pyramids-tour-from-mexico-city/?format=md) | €102 | 7h | 4.98 (742) | shared | | [Tour from Mexico City: Teotihuacán Hot Air Balloons](/mexico/mexico-city/tours/tour-from-mexico-city-teotihuac-n-hot-air-balloons/?format=md) | €144 | 6h | 4.98 (451) | shared | | [Balloon Flight with Breakfast in Cave and Round Trip CDMX](/mexico/mexico-city/tours/balloon-flight-with-breakfast-in-cave-and-round-trip-cdmx/?format=md) | €137 | 6h | 5.0 (218) | shared | Ranked #48 of 60 in Hot Air Balloon over Teotihuacan by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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