From Mexico City: Basaltic Prisms and Real del Monte Tour
ID: GYG364500-652675
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Marvel at the impressive Basaltic Prisms, admire the landscape of Peña del Aire and discover the mining past of Real del Monte on this private tour.
Get back to nature on this tour of the best natural attractions in the Hidalgo region. Departing from Mexico City, travel to the town of Huasca de Ocampo and learn all about its magical history. Wander through the streets of the town, admiring the colonial architecture and natural beauty along the way.
Later, visit the Basaltic Prisms, a true masterpiece of natural art. Get up close to these fascinating hexagonal formations and learn all about their unique geology and formation from your informative guide. Afterwards, travel to the imposing Peña del Aire, stopping at several viewpoints along the way to admire this massive canyon in all its glory.
Finally, return to the village of Real del Monte, the birthplace of the Mexican paste. Learn all about the invention of this delicious treat at the Paste Museum before enjoying a stroll through the cobbled streets of this old mining town.
Highlights
- Admire the colonial architecture of Huasco de Ocampo
- Marvel at the natural beauty of the Basaltic Prisms
- Discover the history of the Mexican paste
- Wander through the streets of Real del Monte
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that lunch is not included in the price of this tour
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
At the Roundabout of the Angel of Independence, from the Maria Isabel Sheraton Hotel.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
