Tired of the city noise, endless traffic, and the same weekend plans? Discover the picturesque mining town of Mineral del Monte and the natural wonders of Huasca de Ocampo. All in the comfort of a small group escape!
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🗓 Next Trip: October 4, 2025
💰 Price: 2,599 MXN per person
🚊 Departure: Mexico City (8:00 AM)
🏨 Return: ~8:00 PM
🍷 Language: English
⛰ Activities: Mine site, Prismas Basalticos, traditional food tasting, colonial towns
👥 Group Size: 10 people max
  • ✅Included:
    • Round-trip private transportation from Mexico City
    • Bottled water throughout the trip
    • Entry to Mina de Acosta + guided tour, Basaltic Prisms, Hacienda Santa María Regla, etc.
  • ❌Not included:
    • Optional/additional activities
    • Personal expenses
    • Lunch
    • Tips (optional but appreciated)
Trip Highlights
A Magical Day Escape from CDMX: Explore Colonial Charm, Haunted Legends & Natural Wonders
  • Explore a Fairytale Mining Town
    Wander the cobbled streets of Mineral del Monte, a Pueblo Mágico full of charm, colorful houses, and British mining heritage.
  • Marvel at the Basaltic Prisms
    Witness the towering Prismas Basálticos, natural geometric rock columns formed by ancient lava and waterfalls.
  • Descend into a Historic Mine
    Go underground with a guided tour of Mina de Acosta and learn the story of silver, tunnels, and British miners in the 19th century.
  • Dine at a Historic Hacienda
    Enjoy a delicious lunch at Hacienda Santa María Regla, a majestic 18th-century estate surrounded by gardens and volcanic canyons.
Itinerary
  • Before Lunch Time
    8:00 AM – Departure from CDMX
    We’ll meet at Parque España and head northeast toward Hidalgo. The ride is scenic and comfortable, with bottled water provided.
    10:00 AM – Mineral del Monte Walk & Pastes Tasting
    Upon arrival, we’ll explore the colorful main square and streets. Try Hidalgo’s iconic pastes at the most renowned local spot: Pastes El Portal.
    11:30 AM – Mina de Acosta Guided Tour
    Step inside one of the oldest silver mines in the region. Our expert local guide will take us through tunnels and history.
    1:00 PM – Visit the Panteón Inglés
    Set in a pine forest with a mysterious fog, this English cemetery tells forgotten stories of miners and wanderers.
  • After Lunch Time
    2:00 PM – Lunch at Hacienda Santa María Regla
    Surrounded by waterfalls and volcanic rocks, this majestic hacienda is a window into colonial Mexico and mining history. Lunch included.
    4:00 PM – Basaltic Prisms of Santa María Regla
    These towering hexagonal rock formations are one of Mexico’s most underrated natural wonders.
    5:00 PM – Stroll through Huasca de Ocampo
    We’ll wrap up the day with a relaxing walk in Mexico’s very first Pueblo Mágico, with time to grab coffee, local sweets, or artisan crafts.
    6:30 PM – Return to Mexico City
    We’ll be back in CDMX around 8:00 PM, just in time to get ready for calm Sunday.



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