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Iztaccihuatl Hiking Tour: Volcano Trek and Amecameca Town

Hiking in Mexico

Iztaccihuatl Volcano

Iztaccihuatl Hiking Experience.

Enjoy the view of picturesque Valley of Mexico.

Amecameca Town in Mexico.

Iztaccihuatl Hiking Tour: Volcano Trek and Amecameca Town

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2023

Alex V.

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Mexico City

Chinese (Simplified), English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish (Native)

12 hours

Private tour (only you and Alex V.)

Up to 15 people

Join our Iztaccihuatl Hiking Tour! Get closer to the sky with every step as you breathe the crisp mountain air and conquer the slopes of this legendary volcano. The awe-inspiring sights of the smoking Popocatepetl are your reward. After an exhilarating Iztaccihuatl hike, immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the charming town of Amecameca. Let’s trek the Mexican volcanoes together!

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

07:00 AM

Meeting Point

Mexico City

- We can pick you up from your accommodation or another place of your choice in Mexico City.

Meeting

Gear up for the Iztaccihuatl Hiking Tour. Our journey begins by driving through the picturesque Valley of Mexico, admiring the landscapes and the standing volcanoes.

Puebla

Soon, we 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.

Puebla

We’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.

Puebla

As we 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.

Amecameca

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

Mexico City

As the day draws to a close, relax in our vehicle, and cherish the achievement of climbing the peak. We’ll take care now of the journey back to Mexico City.

End of the tour

Ending Point

At your accommodation or another place of choice (in Mexico City)

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

• Local Expert Guides: Most of our guides are bilingual (Spanish & English), and tours in these languages are offered by default. Tours in other languages (e.g. French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian) are subject to availability and may involve additional fees. If you need a tour in a language other than Spanish or English, please confirm availability and pricing with us before booking.

• Transportation: Round-trip transportation from Mexico City.

• Meals: Amecameca Market Food Experience.

• Activities: Entrance and a guided hike to Iztaccihuatl Volcano.

What‘s not included

• Travel Insurance

• Tips

• Persal Expenses

Tour Important Information

• Vehicle: The type of vehicle depends on the size of your group and may include a car, 7-seater, or minivan.

• Physical condition: This tour involves ~5-6 h of hiking with an elevation gain of ~400-700 m (depending on your fitness level and hiking skills), so travelers should have a moderate physical condition.

• Acclimatization: During this tour, we will reach a height of over 4400 m (vs ~2300 m in Mexico City). Therefore, travelers coming from lower altitudes should preferably stay at least 1-2 days in Mexico City upon arrival for adaptation to avoid altitude sickness.

• Hiking route: By default, we follow the standard route described in the tour description. However, due to unfavorable weather or a limited number of daily visitor permits in Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park (if permits are unavailable on the day of your booking, we won’t be able to reach the standard trailhead by car and will need to hike 2 hours from the park entrance), the route may change without prior notice.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2023

Alex V.

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About Tour Guide Alex V.

Hi guys, it's Alex here! ✌️

For over 5 years, I and my colleagues have been organizing tours to some of the most incredible places in and around Mexico City. As a team of local guides, we aim to help travelers discover our beautiful city and its surroundings in the most interactive, authentic, and fun way. In our tours, we strive to do things differently: avoid tourist traps, go off-the-beaten paths, interact with locals, learn about their traditions, and connect with their core values. So, if you want wanna discover Mexico from a local perspective, and get to know its history, culture, gastronomy, and nature, consider hiring us as your guides. Be sure, we will make your experience in Mexico City unforgettable!