--- title: Teotihuacan Hot Air Balloon VIP private tour & guided visit lang: en type: tour city: Mexico City country: Mexico price: 254 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 64 duration_minutes: 420 duration_max_minutes: 540 languages: [pt, en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Private basket rank_in_category: 24 of 60 (Hot Air Balloon over Teotihuacan) schedule_checked: 2026-10-08 data_updated: 2026-10-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/tours/teotihuacan-hot-air-balloon-vip-private-tour-guided-visit/ --- # Teotihuacan Hot Air Balloon VIP private tour & guided visit **Guidekin's take:** Pair a balloon flight over Teotihuacan with a private tour for your party through the archaeological site and a breakfast buffet facing the Temple of the Moon. Transfers and site entry are included; the balloon is shared or private by option. 4.98 from 64 reviews at €254 per person for 7h–9h. **Private basket:** Choose PRIVATE balloon for COUPLES for a private basket; €254 per person is for PRIVATE tour & SHARED balloon, and both options need at least two guests. Trade-off: Starting price buys a shared basket, minimum two. (last checked October 8, 2026) In our comparison: #24 of 60 in Hot Air Balloon over Teotihuacan, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Some experiences are worth having entirely to yourself. Choose from: a shared flight, a private balloon for up to 6, or an intimate flight for two, perfect for a proposal or anniversary. Watch the Pyramids rise from the mist below, because there's no better way to see Teotihuacan than from the sky On the ground, enjoy a breakfast buffet facing the Temple of the Moon, then a private guided tour through the archaeological site — just you, your guide, and an ancient civilization. Choose 1 of 3 exclusive extra activities: a cave observatory's stunning optical illusion, a sacred cacao tasting, or an extended visit through the site. Door-to-door private transportation completes the full VIP experience. *A $35 MXN fee per extra kilogram applies for passengers over 100kg paid directly to the balloon company* At Frida Tours, we not only give tours, we craft memories. Plus, we're the only tour agency in Mexico run and operated exclusively by women for travelers of all ages and backgrounds. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Food included: Cacao tasting (extra option 2) OR - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €254 per person for the PRIVATE tour & SHARED balloon option; other options up to €367 - Duration: 7h–9h - Rating: 4.98/5 from 64 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Frida Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish - Booking: mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-08 ## Reviews 4.98 from 64 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 64 of 64. - 5 stars: 63 (98%) - 4 stars: 1 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | PRIVATE tour & SHARED balloon | €254 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English, Portuguese | Private tour: Private tour with transportation and other activities, but the hot air balloon flight will be shared with other passengers Cacao tasting or cave: Visit a local producer to taste and understand the tradition & legends behind cacao or visit a cave where the sun ray enters Private transportation wit AC: Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation Pickup included | | PRIVATE balloon for 3-6 people | €305 / person (for 3+ people) | Spanish, English, Portuguese | Private balloon for up to 6: Perfect for families and groups or friends wanting to live an exclusive experience. All private experience: From the transportation, to the flight, to the guided visit you'll enjoy an exclusive tour for your group. Breakfast buffet: With options for all diets Pulque/cacao tasting or cave: Visit a local producer to taste and understand the tradition & legends behind pulque or visit a cave where the sun ray enters Private transportation: With pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation HBD message: A canvas message can be displayed upon request with a "Feliz Cumpleaños" (Happy birthday) text Pickup included | | PRIVATE balloon for COUPLES | €367 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English, Portuguese | Private balloon for 2 persons : The perfect option for couples celebrating a marriage proposal, anniversary or bday since the balloon will be just for you! Pulque/cacao tasting & cave: Visit a local producer to taste and understand the tradition & legends behind pulque or visit a cave where the sun ray enters Private transportation: With pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation Message displayed: Canvas displayed during the flight with a "¿Te quieres casar conmigo?" (Will you marry me?) or "Feliz aniversario" text Pickup included | ## What's included - 45-60 min hot air balloon flight over Teotihuacan (shared or private depending on the chosen option) - Entrance to sun ray cave with astronomical observatory (extra option 1) OR - Private trasnportation with pick-up & drop-off at your accommodation - Entrance to Teotihuacan archaeological site - Extended guided visit in the archaeological site (extra option 3) - Full breakfast buffet and after flight toast - Cacao tasting (extra option 2) OR - Complete in-person guide inside the archaeological site ## Not included - Gratuities - Snacks - Extra kilogram fee of $35MXN per kilo (only people above 100kg) ## Itinerary 1. **Soar above Teotihuacán in a hot air balloon flight operated by one of the reg...** (2h; admission included) - Soar above Teotihuacán in a hot air balloon flight operated by one of the region's most trusted companies, flown by certified, experienced pilots who prioritize your safety at every altitude. From takeoff to landing, you're in expert hands, free to simply relax and take in... 2. **Enjoy a generous Mexican breakfast buffet on a terrace with views of the Temp...** (1h; admission included) - Enjoy a generous Mexican breakfast buffet on a terrace with views of the Temple of the Moon rising before you. Afterwards, learn about the region's obsidian craftsmanship and the ancient tradition of pulque, adding a rich layer of history to an already unforgettable morning 3. **Zona Arqueologica De Teotihuacan** (2h; admission included) - Explore the archaeological site with your own private guide, walking through its most iconic landmarks at your own pace — including the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and the Avenue of the Dead. With nothing rushed and no one else to share your guide's attention, this is... 4. **San Juan Teotihuacan** (1h) - Cap off your journey with one of two unique experiences: visit a cave observatory for a striking optical effect that makes for unforgettable photos (best enjoyed on sunny days), or dive into a cacao tasting and learn about its sacred role in ancient Mesoamerican culture. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - 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. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please note PREGNANT WOMEN are not allowed to fly - People that have had a RECENT SURGERY are not allowed to fly ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €508 | €254 | | 4 | €892 | €223 | | 6 | €1338 | €223 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Hot Air Balloon over Teotihuacan start at €102 per person. ## Compared with other Hot Air Balloon over Teotihuacan | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #24 of 60** | €254 | 7h–9h | 4.98 (64) | private | | [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 #24 of 60 in Hot Air Balloon over Teotihuacan by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €102 to €318, median €137; typical length 6h. 7 of 60 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/teotihuacan-hot-air-balloon/?format=md ## More in Mexico City - All Mexico City tours: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/tours/teotihuacan-hot-air-balloon-vip-private-tour-guided-visit/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/?format=md