Sendero del Capitán Hiking Tour

On this walking route along the Sendero del Capitán, we will explore the history of San Luis Potosí and visit key sites, including the Cerro de San Pedro, the founding location of the city.

Sendero del Capitán Hiking Tour

We will pick you up at your hotel in San Luis Potosí at 6:30 am and travel to the starting point of the 'Sendero del Capitán'. This hiking route begins at the Cerro de San Pedro, which was formerly a significant gold and silver mining center.

The hike will take us through a variety of landscapes, including meadows, forests, and the semi-desert of Potosí. Following the Sendero del Capitán, we will proceed to Monte Caldera and then to Armadillo de los Infante, known for being the first location in San Luis Potosí to establish a printing press. The walk will include exploring the cobblestone streets of this town filled with 17th-century architecture.

During the tour, we will discuss the history of Captain Miguel Caldera, the son of a Guachichil Indian and a Castilian captain. We will also visit a cave showcasing an underground environment. After covering 19 kilometers (11 miles), we will arrive at a ranch for a barbecue-style meal. The tour concludes with a return to your hotel in San Luis Potosí by 6:30 pm.