Top San Miguel de Allende Outdoor Activities

Get an inside look at what it takes to uncover ancient ruins by visiting Cañada de La Virgen on an archaeologist-led tour. Your guide took part in the site’s 2004 excavation, giving him a unique insight into the relatively-recently uncovered Mesoamerican complex. As you tour the site he can share details you can’t discover on your own and would likely miss on a different guided tour.

Cross La Virgen river and explore Coyote Canyon during this half-day guided horseback riding tour from San Miguel de Allende. Admire the stunning cliffs, stop for a hike and relax along the river. Clop along at a steady pace, or enjoy opportunities to gallop amid this beautiful scenery. Upgrade to soak any sore muscles at a nearby hot springs, or pump up your adrenaline with a 120-foot rappel off a cliff. After your adventure, return to the ranch and settle in for a hearty, organic lunch of Mexican cuisine.

Experience the rugged terrains and stunning landscapes of San Miguel de Allende on horseback during this exciting excursion. Alongside a private guide, enjoy a relaxing ride through the high plateau, which is adjacent to the Cañada de la Virgen archaeological site. After your tour, sit down to an authentic ranch meal served with a cold drink.

Dive headfirst into San Miguel de Allende’s foodie scene as you visit not one but five of the city’s top restaurants on this tasting tour. With a food-loving guide on hand to explain each dish to you, learn about traditional ingredients and chat with local chefs as you sample jicama shrimp tacos, chile en nogada, and other tasty bites.

Delve into the mystical waters of Tolantongo on a small-group excursion from San Miguel de Allende. Relax in enchanting thermal pools, float down the warm river, and take a guided tour of the waterfalls and caves–or opt to go ziplining for unique views of Tolantongo (own expense). Avoid the hassle of planning with this package that includes a buffet breakfast, snacks, hotel transfers, and amenities for the springs.

Experience the romance of a sunset horseback ride through San Miguel de Allende on an amorous tour of the colonial town. Admire the quaint tableau of 450-year-old architecture as you explore San Miguel de Allende at a relaxed canter. Ride through the botanical beauty of Benito Juárez Park and watch a beautiful sunset from a panoramic viewpoint.

Explore San Miguel de Allende on foot on a guided gastronomic tour as you enjoy five tastings of local food in establishments highly regarded by city dwellers. This approximately 3-hour experience includes enough food for a full lunch, accompanied by history, culture and culinary traditions explained by an experienced local gastronome. The amount of food is designed to satisfy you. Meet professional cooks, discover techniques and secrets of Mexican cuisine and explore corners full of history and charm. More than a tour, it is an immersive culinary experience that connects flavors, traditions and Mexico’s gastronomic heritage. Taste five traditional Mexican dishes. Discover the cultural significance of Mexican food. - Learn the value of each dish from a local expert. - Tour historical sites and know their context.

Ideal for those who wish to combine culture and cuisine, this small-group taco and tequila tour of San Miguel de Allende promises an enriching cultural experience. In the company of an expert guide, taste Mexican culinary classics at five locations and sample four innovative cocktails. Sip a jalapeño margarita, feast on a gourmet beef taco, and enrich your knowledge of Mexican food culture along the way.

Our mission is to ensure that every tourist has memorable experiences and that each trip takes them back in time, learning about the history, legend, traditions, customs and gastronomy of the place they visit. The purpose of our operating agency is to provide security to the traveling tourist who hires our services, to ensure that they meet the necessary requirements and that they have the service of qualified personnel that allows us to guarantee total customer satisfaction. With us you will find all the necessary information for your trip. Within this tour you will always be accompanied by the tour guide assigned to your tour. With this guide you can ask any questions during the tour and you can also ask for help if you want to buy a souvenir.

Ride horses through the lush countryside outside San Miguel de Allende on this half-day adventure. Great for riders of all levels, you will experience several types of terrain and be able to walk, trot, canter, or gallop according to your comfort level. One cowboy for every two guests will accompany you, and young children can have their own cowboy lead. Lunch on the ranch is served afterward.

Enjoy an activity-packed day trip from San Miguel de Allende where you ride horses in the countryside and visit the nearby hot springs. Jump from a scenic trail ride in Ejido de Boca de la Canada to a leisurely swim in thermal pools and grottos at La Gruta or Escondido. Your tour includes lunch at an authentic Mexican ranch, and entrance fees.

Walking through the historic district of San Miguel de Allende is a great way to discover this town’s beautiful hidden enclaves and must-see attractions alike. This private San Miguel walking tour introduces you to the city’s charms with unparalleled personal attention. Chat with your guide about everyday life in the city and ask unlimited questions as you head to top sights such as the central square, important churches, and historical monuments.

Venture away from the city and explore the remote archaeological ruins of Cañada de la Virgen on a private tour. Join your guide, a professor who is an expert on the area, for a tour of the 6th-century ruins. Hike around the complex to gain insight into how it was used as a ceremonial and pilgrimage center as well as an astronomical observatory area.

Soak in the famed hot springs of Grutas Tolantango on a full-day tour from Queretaro that brings the natural pools within easy day-tripping distance. An early departure time and provided transport make all the difference—otherwise, it’s not easy to get the full Tolantango experience without spending the night. To make the day totally hassle-free, this outing has everything you need, from breakfast and lunch to a backpacked stocked with a towel, water, headlamp, and more.

Get ready for a total dive into the most spectacular nature of Queretaro! The guide will pick you up from your Santiago de Queretaro hotel to embark on an 11-hour adventure in the famous Sierra Gorda, a natural treasure of green and lush landscapes. The first (1 hour) walk will take you to the top : the impressive Mirador de los Cuatro Palos (or Glass Lookout). From here, the panoramic views are heart attack, considered the most amazing in the entire Sierra Gorda. You'll have breathtaking views! Then, you will visit Pinal de Amoles, a picturesque mining town where you will have free time to have breakfast, take spectacular photos and feel the vibes of the mountain. The adventure is still on the Escanela River. You'll take another 45-minute hike to discover three hidden gems: the stunning Angostura Canyon, the magical rock formation of God's Bridge.

Today you'll make your way to San Jaoquin, in Queretaro, for this exhilarating bungee jumping adventure. This is a full day activity that begins at 10am each day of the week except Mon. Just outside of San Jaoquin is the Maconi bridge, where you'll do the jump. The surrounding landscape is gorgeous, and this is an experience you'll remember forever.

Join us for a true camping experience in the Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve in Querétaro. This UNESCO-protected site is filled with wildlife, diverse vegetation, spectacular views and off-the-beaten path spots. We'll help you explore the Reserve with a camping experience you'll always remember. Along with guides, we provide all the necessary equipment, meals and assistance to make the experience safe, comfortable and fun. Your job will be to relax and enjoy this special experience.

Pilates Reformer in downtown San Miguel de Allende Looking for a different experience during your trip? ✨ At our boutique studio, we invite you to try a Pilates Reformer class guided by certified teachers in wellness and movement. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or advanced – each session is designed to help you strengthen your body, release stress and connect with your energy. We also offer private pilates mat and yoga classes at home.

Guanajuato by quad bike, from the heart of the city to its surrounding hills and most spectacular viewpoints. The tour starts between streets and urban approaches, slowly advancing to roads that rise above the city and give unparalleled panoramic views. As you ascend, the landscape changes and makes its way to the hills surrounding Guanajuato, where the sense of adventure blends with the tranquility of the natural environment. The tour is designed to enjoy viewpoints where you can contemplate the city from above and capture memorable photographs. The peak moment comes at sunset, when the sun begins to set and Guanajuato is tinged with gold and red. From the viewpoints, the view of the city slowly lighting up creates a perfect closure to the experience. It is a tour that combines adrenaline, landscape and the visual charm of Guanajuato, ideal for those who seek to live the city from a different perspective.

Con la ayuda de una chef norteña, aprenderás a cocinar un platillo representativo y de los más ricos que ofrece esta parte de México. Se explicará un poco de historia de esta cocina y al final podrás degustar el platillo en nuestro acogedor comedor

The pyramids of Cañada de la Virgen are a fascinating archaeological site. Built nearly 1,500 years ago by an indigenous culture, they are believed to have served both as a ceremonial center and as a place to observe and measure time. On this tour, we will drive about 30 minutes to get there, then get on a bus that will take us close to the pyramids, followed by a walk of just over half a mile to reach the site. Once inside, we will explore the three pyramids that stand there, learning about their history and significance. Afterward, we will return to the bus. On the way back to San Miguel, we can stop at one of the local wineries to enjoy lunch before concluding our journey.

San Miguel de Allende has tons of secrets hidden at its valleys, canyons and hills, embedded in tradition, nature, history archeological sites and legends, what do you need? to train? To see a sunset or a sunrise with all your family? Or just to see another perspective of mother's earth? Let us take you...

Capture the adventurous spirit of a Mexican ranch on a full-day horseback riding tour from San Miguel de Allende. Travel through the distinctive countryside in a comfortable, air-conditioned car to a traditional Mexican ranch and greet your courteous hosts. Grasp the opportunity of milking cows; help to make fresh cheese quesadillas; and chase chickens and pigs in order to pen the animals. Feast upon a meal cooked on a campfire and then climb onto a powerful horse to explore the dramatic landscapes of Coyote Canyon. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from San Miguel de Allende.