Immersive Cañada de La Virgen Pyramid Tour
Overview
Available languages
4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
As we guide you through this magical place, we'll share what we have gleaned through hands-on experience & years of study about ancient Mesoamerica, the legends & wisdom of local people.
You will hear about each place and its cultural significance as you journey along the path the ancients took to reach the pyramid.
We've taken 10,000+ people on tours since the site opened to the public in 2011. Our passion is relating information that is just coming to light in an area recently investigated in an enjoyable way. We hope to see you soon.
This is "a must do while you’re here…!"
"An experience that can’t be missed."
"Don’t get left behind."
Additional Info
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 pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour by federally-licensed guide
What To Expect
Canada de la Virgen
The best way to visit the Cañada de la Virgen is with an expert guide. Along the way, Albert will share his knowledge of cultures of the Bajio region, including the Otomi people and other Mesoamerican cultures. After visiting the Welcome Center, we will walk a total of approximately 3 kilometers (2 miles) together, taking the same path as the ancients. Albert will show you recent discoveries at the archaeological site and you’ll be able to climb to the top of the pyramid. Along the way, you will see the impressive landscapes as your mind goes on a journey. You will leave with a more thorough knowledge of this wonderful, historical site.
Options
Pyramid Tour
Reviews
766 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
If you want a deeper historical tour!
Geraldine K,
Nov 4, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Israel was absolutely fantastic. He was so informative, polite, patient with us. Had a great sense of humor and was friendly to the entire group. I am so glad we did this tour and I recommended to all of my friends and family that are coming down to visit.
Amazing Pyramid with an amazing guide.
C9806XSkennethh,
Sep 15, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great tour with our wonderful guide Horatio. He arrived a couple of minutes early at the designated meeting point, provided bottled water and gave us a lot of information about San Miguel on the way out and back. The site itself is amazing - out in the middle of nowhere and well-protected by staff and fencing from anyone that would be up to no good. The pyramid is surprisingly large and you're allowed to walk all the way up to the top. I recommend it for a four or five hour day trip from San Miguel. Wear a hat, it's sunny out there!
Ancient archeological site without a lot of travel
jnp1003,
Jul 9, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent way to visit ruins without a lot of travel. Close to SMA. We were allowed to climb the ruins. Very informative guides.
Newly Unearthed Pyramid
Zokiki,
May 17, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Fascinating to delve into the history of this newly discovered treasure. Horacio is so knowledgable and shared so much information. I highly recommend.
Highly recommend
Sarah G,
Apr 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Guide was kind and knowledgeable. Tour was thorough and informative. You also get to see some beautiful landscapes during the tour. Would highly recommend!
Mountain Fun
Scott L,
Apr 16, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing, magical, informative. Horatio was a joy and very trippy (just how I like my tour guides). Will recommend. Muchas gracias!!
RIP Albert
O1508GBbrucec,
Mar 25, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00RIP Albert. We will miss you. Our tour was great and we are very sad to gear of your passing. Glad we met you when we did. Muchas gracias
Albert’s Passing
thegurutraveler12,
Mar 19, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00My son, Albert Coffee, passed away on March 2, 2025.He was passionate about the Maya and especially this site. His enthusiasm and respect for the history and culture was unmatched. Over the past 15 years, he brought some 30,000 people to the pyramid, silently giving thanks to the spirits and ancestors of the canyon every time he entered the site. I will miss him terribly but I trust he’s soaring with the eagles and is watching over the site he so loved. S Coffee
Not to be missed
Curiosity49442360558,
Feb 28, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00What a treat touring with a passionate archeologist who knows the site intimately and cares about it deeply. Albert has spent decades studying the history, people and cultures and geography of this part of the world.
The Pyramids of North-Central Mexico
James M,
Feb 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00I throughly enjoyed this excursion. Our guide had an excellent command of the history, culture and botany of the site. His personal experience with regard to the unearthing and early exploration of the site provided a unique insight into Mexico’s rich and diverse history.
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