Private Archaeological Mitla Tour with Chocolate Tasting

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the sacred heart of Zapotec culture on a private archaeological journey to Mitla. Explore intricately carved stone mosaics, walk through ceremonial courtyards, and uncover the legends behind one of Oaxaca’s most revered ancient sites.

Visit the lively craft market of San Pablo Villa de Mitla, where woven textiles and pottery reflect generations of artisan skill. Experience the textures, colors, and voices of local life as you interact with skilled craftspeople.

Complete your cultural immersion in Santa Maria del Valle with a traditional chocolate-making experience. Roast and grind cacao beans by hand, then savor a rich, ancestral drink once reserved for priests and warriors—connecting taste with centuries of heritage.

This private tour blends archaeology, living culture, and culinary tradition for an unforgettable journey into Oaxaca’s historic and cultural heritage.

What's Included

Chocolate making experience (Santa Ana del Valle village)
Handcraft market of Mitla
Proffesional local guide services
Lunch
Archeological zone of Mitla

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will meet you at your hotel in Oaxaca. Your guide will greet you in the lobby. Please be ready ten minutes before the start time.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Step among intricate stone mosaics carved with sacred Zapotec patterns. Hear your guide reveal the secrets of ceremonies once held here.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    San Pablo Villa de Mitla

    Explore a lively craft market filled with woven rugs and pottery. Feel the soft texture of wool under your hands and hear artisans at work.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Breathe in the scent of cacao roasting on open fire. Grind beans by hand and taste warm chocolate prepared in the ancestral way.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Private and Luxury
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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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