What to do and see in Mineral del Monte, Hidalgo: The Best Tours

Surprise yourself with the stories of the English mining past in Real de Monte and amaze with the geometric structure of Basalt Prisms • It ascends and descends on the elevated streets between slopes and stairs of Real del Monte • Contemplate the center of the square of this beautiful site and enjoy a delicious paste to sit on one of its benches • Admire the 40 meters high geometric figures of the Basaltic Prisms • Dare to cook your own trout in one of the restaurants in the area • Practice some of the outdoor activities such as zip line, kayak, boat ride and horseback riding

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

We leave for the State of Hidalgo where the majestic Basaltic Prisms are located, one of the natural wonders of Mexico. Which are natural stone columns of 5 or 6 faces formed by the rapid cooling of the lava. During our visit you can walk on an impressive suspension bridge We will continue to the Magical Town “Real del Monte”, an English-style mining town famous for its traditional pastes, its old mines and the English pantheon. Once you visit Real del Monte you can not leave without tasting the paste (from the Cornish "pasti" and in English "pasty") is a food of British origin introduced to the cuisine of Hidalgo. Free time to eat. We continue to Pachuca, the capital of Hidalgo and known as "La Bella Airosa", so called since during June to October the winds reach 75 km per hour. On our way we will find the imposing Neoclassical style Monumental Clock

Inclusions: Tourist transportation from Mexico City, Tour driver in Spanish language, Visit the Basaltic Prisms, Royal Visit of Monte, Visit Museo del Paste, Visit Pachuca and the Monumental Clock, Admission to Museo del Paste, Tasting of the traditional paste, Booths, Travel insurance on board the unit

Exclusions: No tip, Nothing previously unspecified.

Enjoy a full-day out of the city and get to know two Pueblos Magicos, or 'Magic towns', in Hidalgo. See the everyday life of these colonial towns in Mexico, as they are rich in history and heritage. Learn all about the sites you visit with the knowledgeable commentary of a professional guide.

Inclusions: Round-trip shared transfer from meeting point, Professional guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Discover old English villas dating back to the 18th century, rock formations carved in whimsical ways and 30-meter waterfalls on this wonderful tour. Walk the emblematic streets of Huasca de Ocampo and Real de Monte where you will discover beautiful buildings of English architecture, alleys with history and gastronomic points that will delight your senses; Visit the Hacienda de San Miguel, the English pantheon, the elf museum and enjoy the lush beauty of the landscape. The trip continues to visit basaltic prisms, rock formations carved by water for millions of years, thus achieving a perfect geometric structure. Once there you will have the opportunity to tour the park and enjoy the pastries, small patties of wheat flour that retain their flavor for three centuries.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, A shot of handmade mezcal, Bottled water, Travel insurance

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

This tour starts at the beautiful Hacienda of the XVIII Century, which is one of the most famous in the State. It belonged to Pedro Romero de Terreros, Count of Regla. We will continue towards Huasca de Ocampo, where we will see one of the attractions, “The Basaltic Prisms”. These 30 meters tall prisms are geometric basaltic columns that decorate the walls of the impressive canyon of Santa María Regla, with its walls bathed by the four waterfalls that feed the San Antonio Regla dam and the San Miguel Regla Hacienda. The tour continues in the English pantheon, where every grave is aiming towards England, and apart from enjoying the view, a local will tell you interesting stories about the place. We will visit the magic town of Real del Monte, here you will have time to travel the streets, and also 4 hours to taste (on your own) the delicious pastes, pulque bread, nata bread, tamales and many other varieties of the cuisine of Hidalgo. We will then give you free time to shop.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick up

Exclusions: Lunch

OVERVIEW Join our 3-day food adventure tour to get acquainted with gastronomic traditions of the State of Hidalgo in Mexico.  Your eyes will witness its spectacular natural attractions while flavors of regional dishes will delight your palate. Local gastronomy is really diverse and ranges from delicious pastries to insect food accompanied by exquisite pulque. Additionally, you will visit charming cities & magical towns and admire countless cultural attractions. Market food experiences, visits to beer & pulque producers, walking tours & local museums - all this and more is waiting for you on our tour. WHY GO WITH US Small groups of up to 13 travelers: closer communication, easier coordination, more adventures & fun! Off-the-beaten-track tours with maximum immersion in local nature, culture, and traditions. The easy-going atmosphere of our tours is perfect for informal travel & making new friends among co-travelers and locals.

Inclusions: Walking tours, guided visits, tastings, Market Food Experiences & other activities as per itinerary, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation: 2x nights in hotels/B&Bs, Service of a Tour Leader, Transportation: private vehicle

Exclusions: Flights; airport pick-up & drop-off; travel insurance; personal expenses & tips

We have been riding our mountain bikes for more than 10 years. We know unique routes and trails, as well as the history of the region thanks to research (thesis in anthropology) on the history of the site.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes