Monte Alban, Alebrijes, Mezcal, Wool Rugs, Bee Candles

Discover Oaxaca’s rich culture with a private guided tour. Explore crafts, Monte Albán, and meet local artisans. Book now for an unforgettable experience.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban - The first site to visit is the archaeological site of Monte Albán. We will take a guided tour where you will learn about the history of the ancient Zapotec city.
  • El Centro Oaxaca De Juarez - We will pick you up at your accommodation and then begin the transfer to the first point of the Tour.
  • Teotitlan del Valle - We will visit the town of Teotitlán del Valle, a Zapotec town where you will learn about one of the crafts of this culture. You will learn about sheep wool rugs, how they dye and seal the colors with natural instruments.
    In this same town you will learn about beeswax candles. The men follow a tradition of bringing candles that measure more than a meter and are decorated with beeswax flowers to the entire bride’s family. The workshop offers explanations and products for sale.
  • San Antonio Arrazola - Our next visit is to the town of San Antonio Arrzaola, the birthplace of wood carving. Here you can learn about Oaxacan alebrijes. It is a place for shopping and learning.
  • El Rey de Matatlan - You will visit a 100% artisanal Mezcal palenque, you will take a tour of the palenque and a Mezcal tasting will be offered, and at the end you will be able to buy products made by this palenque.
  • Palacio Municipal De Santa Maria Del Tule - The town of Santa María allows visitors to visit the widest tree in the world.
    The famous tule tree. The ahuhuete is more than two thousand years old and measures more than 42 meters in height, with a diameter of fourteen meters.
  • Zocalo - We will end the service with the return to the city of Oaxaca where you are allowed to stay in the Zócalo of the City.
What's Included
  • Certified guide
  • Mezcal tasting at the Palenque
  • Vehicle with AC
  • Complimentary bottle of water per person
  • Passenger Insurance
What's Not Included
  • Meal
  • Access to the archaeological zone of Monte Albán $95 MXN per person
  • Access to the Tule tree: $20 MXN per person.
Additional Information

If you want to get to know Oaxaca through its communities, this tour is the best option for you. Oaxaca stands out in the field of crafts and archaeological sites. The Tour offers you the opportunity to meet 100% Oaxacan artisans, you will have time to buy their products in the family workshops that we will visit. There will be Alebrijes, Mezcal, Wool Rugs and Beeswax Candles… and much more! The Monte Albán archaeological zone is a site that will allow you to know the roots of the Oaxacans, it is where everything pre-Hispanic begins! Everything comes from this place. This archaeological zone is to know the heart of one of the many civilizations of Oaxaca. Knowing it allows you to know how the development of a Mesoamerican culture was. When you book, you will only have to relax and enjoy this incredible Tour. Do not miss the opportunity to write in your book of life, this unforgettable experience.

Location
Metropolitan Cathedral of Oaxaca
Avenida de la Independencia
The cathedral is located in the main square of the city. The Mexican Post Office is also located next to it. You will meet where the Mexican flagpole is. The guide will have a banner with your name and will be wearing a uniform with the logo of Our Company.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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