Cañada de la Virgen Archaeological Site Tour

Duration : 5 Hours

The Price : $69

Max People : 22

Age Range : 3+

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Join our expert guides on an exploration of the the amazing monuments left behind by an ancient civilization that reached these northernmost limits of what is known as meso-america.

There are more than 1,200 registered archeological sites in the state of Guanajuato and of those sites Cañada de La Virgen is one of the most important and most highly visited.

Come discover how the Cañada de La Virgen site served as an very important sacred ceremonial center, and as a burial ground for a very few and select elite, and it also functioned as a highly precise solar and lunar clock and calender! This amazing tour is followed up by a delicious ranch-style meal served by the ranch ladies.

Places You’ll See :

Schedule Details

Highlights

Day tour of Cañada de la Virgen, a Mesoamerican site, from San Miguel de Allende Visit one of Mexico's best-kept secrets without the crowds on this walking tour Get detailed commentary from a team of real-life archaeologists Round-trip transport in an air-conditioned minivan from San Miguel de Allende

What's included

Professional guide (Bilingual) Transport by air-conditioned minivan The option "Pyramid Basic" doesn't include the ranch style meal. If you want to add it you need to choose the option "Pyramid Tour + Meal" Entry/Admission - Canada de la Virgen

What's not included

Gratuities Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

The Cañada de la Virgen, a Mesoamerican archaeological park just a short drive from San Miguel de Allende, remains one of Mexico’s best-kept secrets. During this action-packed day tour, join a team of bona fide archaeologists and anthropologists and embark on an in-depth exploration of the under-the-radar ancient site, only open to the public since 2011.

Escape San Miguel de Allende’s crowds and settle back as you cruise through the Mexican countryside.

At the park, get detailed and enriching background on the history of the Otomi people, traditionally one of Mexico’s most peaceful, mountain-dwelling indigenous groups, from specialists of the Bajio region.

Wander the 2-mile (3-kilometer) site at your own pace and get a peek at the off-the-beaten-track ruins, some dating back to the sixth century. See an old observatory, a colossal temple, and the former homes of astronomer-priests, who kept alive the group’s cosmological traditions.

Departure and return

Departure details

Coyote Canyon Adventures, Zacateros 54, Zona Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico In our office (Zacateros 56-A, Centro, 37700) Intersection beetween Zacateros St. and Ancha de San Antonio Av. We are located between "Multienvios office" and "Trattoria Romana"

Return details

Returns to original departure point

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible

Near public transportation Infants must sit on laps

Additional information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking You will walk a total of approximately 2 miles (3 kilometers) within approximately 2 hours in order for your tour to encompass all of the archaeological sites.

It is recommended that you bring a hat; sunblock; bottled water --although included; comfortable, well padded walking shoes or sneakers

Note: No bags or backpacks will be allowed into the site. Small camera bags, cameras and water are OK. Bags can be left in our vehicle or with site staff at the visitor's center A minimum of 3 people per booking is required Minimum age is 3 years

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions Most travelers can participate This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.

If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

What's Included

2 guests Min
Access to the Site
Guides
Insurance
Transportation

Activities

Sightseeing

Location Map

Why Book With Us?

Coyote Ugly Adventures are dedicated to adventure tourism and ecotourism since the year 2000, they have been offering horseback adventures and archaeological tours to the pyramids of Cañada de la Virgen and other sites, as well as other activities such as hot air balloon flights, camping, ATVs, multi-day cross country rides, hiking, biking, ultralight flights and other adventure tours.

Cañada de la Virgen Archaeological Site Tour