Archaeological Site of Monte Alban and Artisan Communities (Alebrijes and Black Pottery)The main Archaeological Site of Oaxaca, Monte Alban, considered Cultural Heritage by the UNESCO, this zone is conformed by a great rectangular square surrounded by palaces, temples, shrines, ball games and tombs.The next stop will be Arrazola, place where the creativity of its artisans is reflected on small pieces of copal wood, creating a fantastic zoology called Alebrijes.Continue your trip to Cuilapam de Guerrero, where you will admire a majestic Dominican convent set of the XVI Century where the main attractions are the Open Chapel, the unconcluded Basilical Church and the imposing Ex-Convent of Cuilapam.The last stop of this excursion will be San Bartolo de Coyotepec, where you will fall in love with the pottery pieces of black mud elaborated by the local artisans, creating pieces of extraordinary beauty with unique techniques. At Doña Rosa Studio you will have a demonstration how the Black Pottery is made.
Mexico · Archaeology
2 Days Oaxaca visiting Monte Albán, Mitla, Hierve el Agua, Mezcal
The journey
- 01 Visit Monte Albán and Mitla, two of Oaxaca’s most important archaeological sites
- 02 Explore artisan communities known for alebrijes, black pottery, and wool rugs
- 03 See the Tule Tree and the fossilized waterfalls of Hierve el Agua
- 04 Enjoy a mezcal factory visit with tastings
- 05 Discover Cuilapam de Guerrero and its historic Dominican ex-convent
- 06 Travel over two consecutive days with pickup provided in Oaxaca
Discover some of Oaxaca’s most iconic highlights over two consecutive days, combining archaeology, artisan traditions, natural scenery, and mezcal culture in one convenient experience. Visit Monte Albán and Mitla, two of the region’s most important archaeological sites, while also exploring local communities known for alebrijes, black pottery, and woven wool rugs.
Your journey also includes the striking landscapes of Hierve el Agua, the famous Tule Tree, and a mezcal factory visit with tastings. This tour is ideal for travellers who want to see Oaxaca’s best-known attractions in a short time, with the option to join a shared group or choose a private experience.
Discover some of Oaxaca’s most iconic highlights over two consecutive days, combining archaeology, artisan traditions, natural scenery, and mezcal culture in one convenient experience.
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What this trip includes
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The itinerary
Archaeological Site of Mitla including visit to Hierve el Agua and Mezcal FactoryThe community of Santa Maria el Tule, recognized by hosting "El Arbol del Tule" (Tule Tree) one of the most extraordinary natural beauties of Oaxaca, a giant Sabine of approximately 2000 years old.You will continue your trip towards Teotitlan del Valle, a beautiful artisan town developer of wool rugs, created on homemade looms, using for its coloration natural dyes.Later you will visit the Sacred City of Mitla, an important ceremony center where the ecclesiastic power of the Zapotec Culture settled, you could admire the harmony between its buildings and the proportion of its backyards highlighted by the extraordinary ornaments represented by frets captured on walls, which make this place unique in Mesoamerica.Hierve el Agua is the next stop, a mystic place where an amazing fossilized waterfalls formed by carbonated water stand out. The spring area which originates the waterfall has created a natural pool, it has become a natural bath place by its hot springs.You will visit a Mezcal Factory where you will test the different Mezcal types are made in Oaxaca. You will enjoy Gusanito (mezcal with Agave bugs) or Reposado (aged mezcal).
After this, you will return to Oaxaca City.
The route
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Trip details
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup at your Hotel's Lobby is scheduled between 9:40 AM and 10:00 AM
What's Not Included
- Meals
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- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- We pick up at any Hotel at Oaxaca Downtown. Please select your Hotel from the list, if you don't see your hotel, then, please share the Hotel name and address.
If you haven't booked your hotel, don't worry, we will contact you before your tour date, so we can clarify where you will stay.
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Your 2 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Oaxaca..
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