Mexico City - Teotihuacan - Piramide de la Serpiente Emplumada 1-day tour [Full-day customized tour]

Mexico City round-trip | 1-day tour to Piramide de la Serpiente Emplumada in Teotihuacan

Just a 1-hour drive from Mexico City takes you to the ancient city of Teotihuacán, a gem of Mesoamerican civilization that still preserves the magnificent Piramide de la Serpiente Emplumada and the "Avenue of the Dead." As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this was once one of ancient America's great metropolises and remains awe-inspiring today. Enjoy a full-day private charter with a Chinese-speaking driver-guide, effortlessly traveling through time to explore this mysterious ancient civilization.

Note: The one-way trip from Mexico City to Teotihuacan takes approx. 1–1.5 hrs, the full-day drive takes approx. 3 hrs, and the total duration is 10 hrs.

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Recommended activities (customizable combinations) Top highlights

Sun Pyramid

Standing at 65m tall, it is one of the core structures of Teotihuacan. Experience the architectural wisdom of ancient civilizations at the pyramid's base, then climb to the top for breathtaking panoramic views of the entire archaeological site and the Avenue of the Dead.

Piramide de la Luna (Moon Pyramid)

Located at the end of the Avenue of the Dead, it stands opposite the Pyramid of the Sun. Though slightly smaller in scale, climbing the Pyramid of the Moon offers a panoramic view of the entire Avenue of the Dead and surrounding ruins, with an especially magnificent vista.

Avenue of the Dead (Calzada de los Muertos)

This broad central axis connects the Sun and Moon Pyramids with the sacrificial platform, flanked by temple ruins and noble palace remains, serving as a key passageway for understanding the layout of the ancient city-state.

Templo de Quetzalcóatl (optional)

It houses an extensive collection of stone carvings and colorful reliefs, representing one of the core religious worship practices of ancient Mesoamerica. The exquisite carving details make it an unmissable highlight for archaeology enthusiasts.

Local market and jade workshop (optional stop)

You can visit the jade workshop or tequila distillery along the way to learn about local traditional crafts and cultural features, with the option to purchase souvenirs at your own expense.

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Service information

Point of departure: Any hotel in Mexico City / Airport

Destination: Teotihuacan (Piramide de la Serpiente Emplumada + Avenue of the Dead + Temple of the Feathered Serpent)

Service hours: Default round-trip day tour (10 hours), including approx. 3 hours total driving time

Vehicle type selection: Offers 5/7/9-seater business vans, SUVs, family comfort vehicles, and more

Guide language: Chinese driver guide (English driver guide optional), no guided commentary inside attractions

Service method: Private charter, customizable itinerary, flexible stops

Note: The pyramid area requires purchasing an admission ticket (at your own expense), and we recommend checking the opening hours in advance.