Iztaccihuatl Volcano private hiking tour

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Place: Mexico City

Validity: Flexible

Language: English, Spanish

Availability: Daily

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Guided Tour

Private Tour

Do this because

Climb the Iztaccihuatl Volcano, the third highest summit in Mexico
Hike an intermediate-level trail up to the snow line of Iztaccihuatl Volcano
Enjoy panoramic views of the nearby smoking Popocatepetl Volcano
Discover the history and rich gastronomic traditions of the Amecameca municipality

What to expect

Your fantastic journey begins by driving through the picturesque Valley of Mexico, admiring the landscapes and the standing Volcanoes.

Soon, you'll arrive at Paso de Cortes, a mountain pass nestled between the mighty guardians of the land, the Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes. At 3400 m altitude, the air feels crisp and stimulating. You'll soon be in La Joya, a mountain hut perched at a breathtaking elevation of 3977 m. Here, surrounded by nature’s splendor, the conquer trek of 4-hours begins towards the snow line of the volcano. As you ascend the slopes of Iztaccihuatl, you’ll be rewarded with the marveling panorama, revealing the awe beauty of the Valley of Mexico and the sight of Popocatepetl, Mexico’s second-tallest volcano.

After defeating the giant guardians, head to the charming town of Amecameca. Delight in exploring its beautiful historic center and savoring the local food specialties.

As the day draws to a close, relax in your vehicle and enjoy a relaxing drive back to Mexico City.

This tour involves 5-6 hours of hiking with an elevation gain of 400-700m, travelers must have a moderate physical condition
During this tour you will reach a height of over 4400m (vs 2300m in Mexico City), travelers coming from lower altitudes should preferably stay at least 1-2 days in Mexico City upon arrival for adaptation to avoid altitude sickness
The price of the tour/person depends on the size of your group
The program and route can be customizable to your interests while the duration of the tour can be always extended for an extra fee
Please provide a valid phone number during your booking to coordinate your pick-up

What’s included

Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks

Amecameca Market food tasting

Entrance fees

Guided tour

Roundtrip transportation

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What’s not included

Additional food and drinks

Tips (optional)

Health/travel insurance

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 14 days before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Meeting point:

Please indicate your pickup location at check-out. Pickup is available from Polanco, Condesa, Roma, and Centro Historico. Other locations might involve an extra fee.