1.
We will meet at the "Angel de Independencia" approximately around 6:15am, departing early to escape the city chaos. Our group will have private comfortable transportation. We will stop for an early breakfast in Actopan, a city halfway to our destination. travel time to the restaurant is approximately 90 minutes.
2 hours
2. Actopan
Vegetarian friendly options with limited vegan options. Breakfast is on us.
1 hour
3.
We will pass by the quiet town of San Cristobal, Hgo. This is the town and community that owns las Grutas de Tolantongo. The drive from breakfast to this spot will be approximately 90 minutes. Along the way, we will briefly stop for any missing supplies you may be needing for the day's adventure.
2 hours
4. Tolantongo
The day is divided into three parts.
Pool Tranquility: Start your day relaxing a while in the “pocitos”; naturally warm thermal pools that provide astounding views that soothe & clear the body and mind –perfect for “the gram.” From here, there is a zip-lining options to get you down to the next part of our day at the river. Please note that zip lining is not included in the price of the tour (200 Mexican pesos).
Our guide will make sure to have all the essentials you will need for the day. Drive from the breakfast stop to actually touching the water is typically two and a half hours. Actual time spent at the pools is roughly one hour and forty minutes.
2 hours
5. Tolantongo
River Relaxation: Next, the turquoise-colored river is well-managed and is naturally warm due to the thermal springs, a complete relaxing experience. Lunch will be alongside the river (weather permitting). Lunch is not included. We provide a menu that you can place your order from to save time and better enjoy the river. We will collect your lunch total during the day. Tables and chairs are included. Please note that the time spent includes time it takes to move around throughout the day.
3 hours
6. Grutas Tolantongo
Cave Exploration: Finally, you will see awe-inspiring waterfalls and unexpected adventure that our guests have described as “life changing.” Our guides will take you to explore the caverns and tunnels located here. Enjoy the water falls covering the caves and take a swim in the warm pool inside the mountain.
We will head out by 5:30PM arriving between 9-10:30PM, full of new experiences and photos to share with envious family and friends.
2 hours
7.
We will make a stop on the way home to try a few pastes (samples). Pastes are traditional English treat that was left behind by the English miners that once worked the mines in Hidalgo. Think flaky crust (croissant) stuffed with Mexican savory or sweet delights. Similar to an empanada. Time spent here is typically 15 minutes, but is two hours away on the way back to CDMX.
2 hours
8.
Final stop to get you home. From the pastes to CDMX, the trip should be under two hours, weather and traffic permitting.
1 hour