Toluca to Tula Toltec Ruins and El Cerrito: Day trip
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About your trip
Journey north through Mexico State highlands, where ancient Toltec capitals meet lesser-known pyramid complexes, and pre-Columbian urban planning demonstrates sophisticated Mesoamerican civilization achievements. Experience the grandeur and historical significance of archaeological sites with comfortable transport through highland landscapes, while you anticipate encounters with warrior columns and ceremonial architecture.
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Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Toluca whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Your professional Daytrip driver will meet you at your accommodation in Toluca and transport you safely to Tula Toltec Archaeological Ruins and then to El Cerrito, allowing you to explore ancient Toltec civilization and regional archaeological sites showcasing pre-Columbian urban development and ceremonial architecture.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Tula Toltec Archaeological Ruins and El Cerrito should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €100
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€299
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Toluca
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Tula Toltec Archaeological Ruins
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included




2
El Cerrito
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 hours - admission not included


Explore this significant regional archaeological site where ancient pyramid complexes and ceremonial architecture demonstrate local cultural development and political organization within broader Mesoamerican civilization networks, while providing insights into regional variations. Walk through pyramid structures, residential areas, and ceremonial plazas while learning about local construction techniques, religious practices, and cultural traditions adapted to highland conditions and regional resources. Visit interpretive facilities explaining site history, archaeological discoveries, and ongoing research, revealing connections with other Mesoamerican centers while understanding regional cultural development patterns. Learn about ancient agriculture, trade relationships, and political organization while exploring different architectural phases and construction periods representing centuries of continuous occupation and cultural evolution. The site's peaceful setting and well-preserved structures provide authentic archaeological experiences while supporting regional tourism development and cultural heritage preservation efforts. This site is usually open from Wednesday to Sunday, 9:00 to 15:00, but the hours may vary, so it's best to double-check locally. The entry fee is 75 pesos, or about four USD.
Back to Toluca
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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