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Private custom Oaxaca tour – Design your perfect day
Oaxaca City, Oaxaca, Mexico
$298.58
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Overview
This is not a traditional tour, it is a completely personalized experience designed around you.
Instead of following a fixed itinerary, you will have the freedom to choose the places that most interest you: from archaeological areas and traditional villages to artisan workshops and natural wonders.
What really makes this experience unique is the guide behind it. The main attractions of Oaxaca are distributed in different valleys, so not all can be combined in a single day without sacrificing the quality of the tour. Our team is in charge of designing the best route according to your interests, ensuring a well organized and unhurried experience.
Designed for private groups, this tour offers flexibility, comfort and a much more authentic way to discover Oaxaca.
More than a tour, it’s having a local expert design your perfect day.
Instead of following a fixed itinerary, you will have the freedom to choose the places that most interest you: from archaeological areas and traditional villages to artisan workshops and natural wonders.
What really makes this experience unique is the guide behind it. The main attractions of Oaxaca are distributed in different valleys, so not all can be combined in a single day without sacrificing the quality of the tour. Our team is in charge of designing the best route according to your interests, ensuring a well organized and unhurried experience.
Designed for private groups, this tour offers flexibility, comfort and a much more authentic way to discover Oaxaca.
More than a tour, it’s having a local expert design your perfect day.
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Private custom Oaxaca tour – Design your perfect day
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Water bottles
- Certified guide
- Tasting of mezcal in Santa Catarina Minas
- Tickets in San Jerónimo Tlacochahuaya
- Tickets in the Yagul Archaeological Area
- Tickets in the archaeological area of Mitla
- Admission to the Tule Tree
- Ticket to the archaeological site of Monte Alban
- Meals
- Tickets in Hierve del Agua
- Does not include tips
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Zona Arqueologica de Monte AlbanExplore the grandeur of Monte Albán, one of the ancient Zapotec capitals built on top of a mountain. As you tour its wide squares, temples and platforms, you will discover the history of a civilization that dominated the Central Valleys of Oaxaca for centuries. From above, you will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views, while knowing the cultural, political and spiritual significance of this World Heritage Site. More than an archaeological visit, it is a trip to the heart of the Zapotec world.
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Step into a traditional Zapotec workshop where black mud comes to life. Here you can witness the whole process behind one of Oaxaca’s most emblematic crafts: from how mud is molded by hand to the delicate polish that gives it its characteristic shine. As you watch the craftsmen work, you will discover techniques that have been handed down from generation to generation, transforming the earth into unique pieces full of identity.
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San Martin TilcajeteDiscover the magical world of the alebrijes in San Martín Tilcajete, a town renowned for bringing to life these colorful and fantastic figures carved in wood. In a family workshop, you will see how a simple piece of cup is transformed into a characterful piece, from the initial carving to the meticulous hand painting process. Each design is inspired by imagination, nature and the Zapotec worldview, resulting in unique figures full of symbolism and detail. Rather than crafts, alebrijes are expressions of identity, creativity and living tradition.
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Visit Santo Tomas Jalieza and get into one of the oldest textile techniques in Oaxaca: the waist loom. Here, local craftswomen will show you how they skillfully and patiently create completely hand-woven pieces, using methods dating back to pre-Hispanic times. You will observe the process from the assembly of the loom to the weaving of each thread, where tradition, technique and dedication are intertwined to bring each piece to life. An intimate experience that connects with the essence of artisan work and the cultural legacy of the region.
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Santa Catarina Minas is one of the most traditional regions in the production of ancestral mezcal in Oaxaca. Here you will know a completely ancestral process that has remained virtually intact over time: from hand milling to distillation in clay pots. Guided by master rockers, you will discover the difference between industrial and ancestral mezcal, understanding how each step influences its aromas, textures and flavors. The experience culminates with a tasting that reflects the unique character of this tradition, deeply linked to the land, history and identity of Oaxacan.
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Hierve el AguaHierve el Agua is a unique site known for its petrified waterfalls formed over thousands of years. From above, you can admire spectacular views of the mountains and, if you wish, enjoy their natural pools of mineral water. This is a place where nature and time have created a truly extraordinary formation, offering an experience that combines beauty, tranquility and wonder. An ideal space to disconnect and connect with the natural essence of Oaxaca.
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Zona Arqueologica de Mitlathe archaeological area of Mitla is renowned for its intricate stone mosaics perfectly assembled. Unlike other archaeological sites, Mitla stands out for its geometric details and deep spiritual significance, being an ancient ceremonial center and connection to the underworld. As you tour its courtyards and structures, you will discover the symbolism and history that make this place a unique cultural gem in Mexico. An experience that combines art, architecture and ancestral worldview.
- Travelers will visit an artisanal mezcal factory, where they will know step by step the traditional process of making mezcal, from cooking agave in stone ovens to distillation in copper stills. They will learn about the different types of agave, the techniques transmitted from generation to generation and the cultural importance of mezcal in Oaxaca. At the end, they will enjoy a guided tasting, where they can taste different varieties of mezcal and learn to identify its aromas, flavors and unique characteristics. (pass by)
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Tapetes TeotitlanVisit Teotitlán del Valle, a Zapotec town renowned for its ancestral tradition in making wool mats. In a family workshop, you will know the complete process: from obtaining natural dyes to weaving on wooden looms, where each piece comes to life with designs full of symbolism. You’ll learn how pre-Hispanic and colonial techniques combine to create true textile artworks, handcrafted with patience and dedication. More than a visit, it is an immersion in a living tradition that continues to weave history generation after generation.
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Tule TreeWe will stop to meet the oldest Mexican in existence, (the tule tree) with more than 2000 years of age this incredible Sabino proves us to be the tree with the widest trunk in the world, you can admire its enormous size as well as the whimsical figures that form around the trunk and know the history about this beautiful natural beauty.
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San Jeronimo TlacochahuayaVisit the temple of Tlacochahuaya, a little-known gem that shelters one of the most surprising interiors of Oaxaca. Upon entering, you will discover its walls and ceilings completely covered with paintings and decorative details that reflect a unique blend of indigenous art and colonial tradition. Quiet and full of history, this place offers a more intimate and contemplative experience, away from the crowds. A hidden treasure that reveals the cultural and spiritual wealth of the region
- Immerse yourself in local life by visiting the traditional Tlacolula Market, one of the most authentic and vibrant of the Central Valleys, which comes alive only on Sundays. Here you will find a mixture of colours, aromas and flavours: from typical food prepared at the time to local products, textiles and handicrafts. It is the perfect place to observe the daily life of the communities of the region and taste Oaxacan specialties in a genuine and full of energy. (pass by)
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YagulYagul, an ancient Zapotec city less visited but full of history and authenticity. Unlike the most crowded sites, here you can tour its structures in a quiet atmosphere, exploring palaces, courtyards and an imposing fortress located high on the hill. From this elevated point, you will enjoy panoramic views of the valley, while knowing the strategic and cultural importance that this settlement had in its time.
- Casa Viviana in Teotitlán del Valle is a place where the tradition of making beeswax candles is kept alive as an essential part of the local culture. Here you can see how, from natural wax, handcrafted candles used in celebrations, rituals and festivities of the community are created. You will learn about the process step by step, from wax preparation to molding techniques, while discovering the cultural and symbolic meaning that these pieces have in the daily life of the people. (pass by)
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Private custom Oaxaca tour – Design your perfect day
Oaxaca City, Oaxaca, Mexico
$298.58
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!