From Mexico City: Basaltic Prisms and Real del Monte Tour – Hidalgo, Mexico

EXPERIENCE

Get back to nature on this tour of the best natural attractions in the Hidalgo region. Departing from Mexico City, travel to the town of Huasca de Ocampo and learn all about its magical history. Wander through the streets of the town, admiring the colonial architecture and natural beauty along the way. 

Later, visit the Basaltic Prisms, a true masterpiece of natural art. Get up close to these fascinating hexagonal formations and learn all about their unique geology and formation from your informative guide. Afterwards, travel to the imposing Peña del Aire, stopping at several viewpoints along the way to admire this massive canyon in all its glory.

Finally, return to the village of Real del Monte, the birthplace of the Mexican paste. Learn all about the invention of this delicious treat at the Paste Museum before enjoying a stroll through the cobbled streets of this old mining town.

HIGHLIGHTS

Admire the colonial architecture of Huasco de Ocampo
Marvel at the natural beauty of the Basaltic Prisms
Discover the history of the Mexican paste
Wander through the streets of Real del Monte

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