MEXICO CITY
38 Tours Reviewed
A monastery in the woods? That is the fun hook of this Desierto de los Leones hike near Mexico City, where you swap city noise for pine-scented trails and end up at an ex convent built in the middle of…
Valle de Bravo forest clears your head. This guided hike through the Monte Alto Ecological Reserve is built around one big payoff: a climb through wooded trails to a mountain viewpoint, with views over the town and the lake. I…
Cold start, big payoff. This Ajusco sunrise hike is built around one of the best moments you can catch around Mexico City: first light from the highest sunrise point in CDMX (13,110 ft). You start at 2:00 am, climb through…
High altitude, minus the summit stress. This private Malinche outing takes you from Puebla’s historic center up into pine-and-oak forests and out toward open meadows, with big views of nearby volcanoes. I like that you get hotel pickup and drop-off…
Water turned to stone in Oaxaca. This exclusive private tour strings together some of the most memorable stops just outside the city, starting with a guided walk at Hierve el Agua and then moving into mezcal, art, and old-world craftsmanship.…
A walk through Dinamos Forest can reset how you see Mexico City. You trade traffic noise for pine and shade, then get a guided storyline about water—how it flowed in pre-Hispanic times, how it powers history, and where it ends…
Water plus waterfalls equals a good day. This Apoala hike and swim ties together village life near Oaxaca City, a real market breakfast stop, and then a guided trek to the waterfalls and back. I like how the route mixes…
Iztaccíhuatl tests your lungs early. This day mixes a walk on the slope of an active volcano with big panoramic views over villages and nearby peaks. I also like the added context: you start with a brief look at Paso…
Popocatépetl is the main event. This private volcano hike from Puebla pairs big views with careful safety, plus trails chosen for your pace in Mexico’s Izta-Popo National Park. You’re looking at an active volcano from the rules-approved distance, then moving…
One hike in CDMX can feel otherworldly. This route takes you from Los Dinamos up to the cult site of Tláloc at 3,500 meters, with wooded ravines, tunnel-and-cave sections, and frequent chances to stop and enjoy the view. I love…
There are hikes, and then there are hikes with a view mission. This La Bufa walk pairs Guanajuato’s landmarks with a real stretch of trail—about 14 km in roughly 4 hours—so you get fresh air and big skyline moments without…
Mexico City gets loud fast. This day trip trades it for Nevado de Toluca views and crater lakes, with guides like Bernardo (English/Spanish) helping you make sense of every bend of the trail. You’ll spend the day walking in fresh…
Some days you need a mountain day. This full-day Sierra Norte hike trades Oaxaca City streets for cool air, pine forest trails, and village life around Cuajimoloyas, guided by Ivan plus a local community guide. You’ll start at the Templo…
Volcano hiking with real drama starts here. I love that this trail begins at Paso de Cortés inside Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park at about 3,500 meters, so you’re already getting big-mountain air and views from the first stretch. Two highlights for…
This is a hike with real altitude drama. From the moment you leave Puebla, you’re headed for Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park and a route that follows the historic Paso de Cortés pass. The day mixes serious mountain walking at 3,500m with…
