Our tour: - We will pick you up at your hotel. - We will head directly to Matatlán, world capital of Mezcal, - We will visit some palenques where Mezcal is distilled, we will learn about the peculiarities of each mezcal house. We will visit two original places of artisan manufacture of Mezcal (original palenques that follow their ancestral process) >>> Palenque of Eco Mezcal >>> Palenque del Mezcal Amigo Then we will visit two Traditional places (more modern palenques that are more adapted to tourism) >>> Don Agave (we suggest taking our food in this place, food not included) >>> Espina Dorada - We will return to the city of OaxacaWe will return to Oaxaca City. - We will conclude our day with a visit to the In-Situ Mezcalería (Bar) In Situ is a traditional mezcalería in Oaxaca City, it has an impressive collection of more than 180 varieties of Artisan Mezcal You will enjoy a customized tasting per person (3 types of mezcal according to your taste, suggested by the mezcalier).
Mexico · Alcoholic Drinks
Oaxaca Mezcal Route Adventure: Artisan Palenques and Agave Fields
The journey
- 01 Private mezcal route experience from Oaxaca
- 02 Visit Matatlán, the world capital of mezcal
- 03 Explore artisan and traditional mezcal palenques
- 04 Learn about ancestral mezcal production methods
- 05 See agave culture at the source in Oaxaca
- 06 Enjoy a personalized tasting of 3 mezcals at In Situ
- 07 Private transportation and hotel pickup included
Discover the heart of Oaxaca’s mezcal culture on a private full-day journey to Matatlán, widely known as the world capital of mezcal. Visit artisan palenques where this iconic spirit is produced, learn about ancestral and modern production methods, and gain a deeper understanding of the traditions that make mezcal such an important part of Oaxacan life.
Along the way, explore original mezcal houses that preserve time-honored techniques, then compare them with more tourism-adapted palenques for a broader view of the craft. Back in Oaxaca City, finish the experience at the traditional In Situ mezcalería, where a personalized tasting of three mezcals offers a memorable introduction to the diversity of artisan mezcal.
Discover the heart of Oaxaca’s mezcal culture on a private full-day journey to Matatlán, widely known as the world capital of mezcal.
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What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Know before you go
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Not stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- This is a private tour, but, it is highly recommended to be ready at Hotel's lobby or AirBnB address at 5 minutes before the starting time (according to your selection in the booking section) With this, we will be able to fully enjoy this experience.
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Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Oaxaca..
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