Cañada de la Virgen Archeological Site Tour
Description
This tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into Mexico's ancient past, exploring breathtaking pyramids nestled in a stunning semi-desert landscape. Beyond simply seeing the monumental structures, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the pre-Hispanic culture that thrived here, unlocking the secrets of their advanced civilization. Prepare to be amazed as you uncover the incredible astronomical alignments cleverly woven into the very fabric of these pyramids, revealing the profound connection between this ancient society and the cosmos.
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Discover the ancient mysteries of the Cañada de la Virgen Archeological Site, located in the semi-desert of Mexico, near San Miguel de Allende. On this 6-hour guided tour, you'll explore the pyramids, learn about the vanished culture that built them, and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of astro-archeology. Your journey includes a visit to the Astro Archeology Museum, where you'll gain insights into the site's astronomical importance.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(6)
A wonderful tour, with knowledgeable, friendly guides. A great value, including tour and transport to and from our B&B in the middle of San Miguel de Allende. We would highly recommend this to anyone interested in learning more about Mexico’s history and culture.
This is an important regional site to visit. Israel's style was easy to understand and he was willing to answer any and all questions. Highly recommended for all levels of interest.
We arrived at the pickup point and no one was there. We called Mitote, to inquire (spoke to Israel). First he said it was a large tour, that we'd be picked up shortly. Still no one showed. We called back and then he told us the site was closed today - sorry. So why did they not cancel ahead of time? We checked the hours...not closed today! Asked for refund, but he was not sure how that worked. This is our last day so we can't reschedule. VERY disappointed.
Sorry, that very day the archeological site was close to the public and we where told 5 minutes after 9 am, we are so sorry about the situation due to a legal conflict, we actually do not know when Is going to be re-open to the public, mis más sentidas disculpas por su mala experiencia, it was out of our control. More information at the link below, and we are actually taking out this service untll everything Is set up back to normality. Israel Arteaga -Mitote Tours- https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AvCN1Z2fL/ https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DMwErnbec/
Israel is a fabulous tour guide. His knowledge and emotional connection to Mexico is so heart warming and enjoyable. He guided us throughout this archeological site with intellect, respect and humor. Highly recommend Israel and Mitote tours in SMA.
Israel is an amazing guide! La Canada Virgen Pyramid experience would not have been the same without him. He was so incredibly knowledgeable about everything the history, the archaeology, the nature and wildlife and was simply delightful to be with. We took the trip with our kids and they loved it as much as we did.
Israel is very knowledgeable and amenable to our needs. He has a wealth of information on all topics, history, culture, biology/nature, geography and geology. He has many connections and he accommodated all of our requests, including an educational experience and a local liquor store to help us identify the best tequila and Mezcal. He also has a wonderful sense of humor, and we felt safe everywhere that he took us. Is English is very good and we have no trouble understanding him. He provided information during the ride back and forth to the site. It was a wonderful experience.
