Monte Alban, Mezcal factory, chocolate and artisan houses

5.0
(3 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 5 more

Enjoy a unique Tour, the only one in all of Oaxaca, it is not just a tour is a tour full of emotions. If you want to get to know Oaxaca through its communities, this tour is the best option for you. Oaxaca excels in the theme of crafts and archaeological sites. The Tour offers you the opportunity to meet 100% Oaxacan artisans, you will have time to buy their products within the family workshops we will visit.
The archaeological area of Monte Alban is planned to visit because it is the root of the Oaxacans , is where it all starts! Everything follows from this place, knowing the heart of the civilization of Oaxaca, allows to know how the Central Valleys were developed and how they survived after the Spanish invasion. Different Worlds as I call this tour, it will transport you to the ancient times of Oaxaca. When booking you will just have to relax and enjoy this amazing Tour.

What's Included

Private transportation with AC
Vehicle with WIFI
Passenger insurance
Mezcal tasting
Complimentary bottled water
food and tip
Souvenirs
Access to the archaeological site of Monte Albán

Meeting and pickup

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

We pick you up at the hotel you are staying at before starting the tour and at the end of the service.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The Tour will begin from your hotel to transfer us to the first point.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    A guided tour will take place within the archaeological site.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Alebrijes!! You will visit a family workshop of wood carvings, known as alebrijes, you will have an explanation of said craftsmanship and you will have time to buy handcrafted products.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Widest Tree in the World and Food!!! You will know the tree with a Guinness record. The famous Tule tree, which has the widest trunk in the world. Right there, in the town of Santa María, you will take time to buy and consume food at the Local market or at the town's fonditas.

    1 hour 20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Wool Rugs and Beeswax Candles!!! You will first visit a family workshop where you will get an explanation and demonstration of said craftsmanship with natural pigments. Afterwards, they will visit another family workshop in the same community where they will learn about shell candles, and will be given an explanation and demonstration of said craft. At the end of both sites you will have shopping time.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Mezcal!!!! You will visit an artisanal mezcal palenque, you will receive a completely free explanation and tasting of mezcal, at the same time you will be provided with peanuts, orange slices and maguey larvae for a greater tasting experience. At the end they will have shopping time.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 7

    We will return to the historic center to finish the service, dropping you off at your hotel or in the heart of the city.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Trip Tours Oaxaca

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Full-day Tours
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Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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