For those with limited time but who want to climb Mexico's highest mountains in the best possible way, this tour is your best option.
In one week we'll climb the Malinche, the Iztaccihuatl, and the Pico de Orizaba, the latter being the highest mountain in Mexico. We'll start with the Malinche, which will serve as excellent acclimatization, and we'll enjoy incredible views of the Iztaccihuatl, the Popocatepetl, and the Pico de Orizaba.
After the Malinche we'll climb the Iztaccihuatl (the sleeping woman), one of the most beautiful volcanoes in the country. We'll have incredible views at dawn as we reach the mountain's "knees," and then we'll cross the glacier found on its "belly," reaching the summit once we get to the second glacier. It's a route that requires excellent physical condition, but the effort is worth it for the wonderful landscapes it offers at every step.
Having reached the summit of the Iztaccihuatl, we'll get ready for the final challenge: the Pico de Orizaba, the highest point in Mexico. This climb is as demanding as the Iztaccihuatl and is just as rewarding, since the impressive Jamapa Glacier and the colors it's wrapped in at dawn are memories that will last a lifetime. After conquering this imposing glacier we'll reach the summit of Mexico, where we'll celebrate and enjoy having reached our goal.
Between these exciting climbs we'll visit one of the most important tourist sites in Mexico, so you don't leave without seeing the best of it: we'll visit the world-famous pyramids of Teotihuacan, as well as the magical towns of Huamantla and Cholula.
Finally, there's an option to end this great trip on the relaxed beaches of the Yucatan Peninsula, in the Tulum area.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival day in Teotihuacan. We'll visit the famous pyramids of Teotihuacan (UNESCO) and transfer to cabins at La Malinche.
Day 2: Summit of La Malinche (4400m). We'll climb La Malinche and stay in its cabins Malinche - the fifth highest mountain in Mexico.
Day 3: We'll visit Huamantla and transfer to the Iztaccihuatl refuge. Huamantla is listed as a "pueblo magico" (magic town) for its tourist appeal.
Day 4: Summit of Iztaccihuatl (5220m). We'll climb the Iztaccihuatl and spend another night at the refuge Iztaccihuatl - the third highest mountain in Mexico
Day 5: We'll visit Cholula and transfer to a hotel in Tlachichuca Cholula - a historic town with a beautiful church and pyramid.
Day 6: We'll transfer to the Piedra Grande Refuge (4,240) for acclimatization
Day 7: Summit of Pico de Orizaba (5,636). We'll climb the Pico de Orizaba and transfer to the hotel in Mexico City Pico de Orizaba - the highest mountain in Mexico *B, L, D
Day 8: Return. Transfer to the Airport *B. Return, or transfer to Tulum.
Extra 9: Tulum, Yucatan Peninsula
Extra 10: Tulum, Yucatan Peninsula
Extra 11: Tulum, Yucatan Peninsula
Extra 12: Transfer to Mexico City. Return
