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Oaxaca Route of Crafts 7% OFF
Oaxaca City, Oaxaca, Mexico
$60.33
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Overview
Discover the cultural heart of Oaxaca through a unique tour of its most emblematic artisan communities. In this experience you will meet master artisans, ancestral techniques, and artistic expressions that have been passed down from generation to generation.
You will visit workshops where the famous alebrijes are born, admire the elegance of black pottery, be surprised by the delicate technique of the backstrap loom, tour traditional markets to acquire handmade typical clothing, and see textile pieces of very high quality recognized internationally.
Each stop is an opportunity to connect with the local culture, support the communities, and take home authentic, unrepeatable, and historic works.
Thursday we visit the Zaachila market and Friday Ocotlan
You will visit workshops where the famous alebrijes are born, admire the elegance of black pottery, be surprised by the delicate technique of the backstrap loom, tour traditional markets to acquire handmade typical clothing, and see textile pieces of very high quality recognized internationally.
Each stop is an opportunity to connect with the local culture, support the communities, and take home authentic, unrepeatable, and historic works.
Thursday we visit the Zaachila market and Friday Ocotlan
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Oaxaca Route of Crafts
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours
- Guide in English and Spanish
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup from hotels in downtown Oaxaca
- Food
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OaxacaIn the morning we will pick up our travelers, who will enjoy a pleasant trip where the adventure will begin.
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San Bartolo Coyotepec is recognized internationally as the birthplace of black mud, one of the most emblematic artisan expressions of Oaxaca. During the visit, we will meet family workshops where artisans explain the complete process: from mud extraction and hand modeling, to polishing and burning that give that characteristic glossy or matte black finish.
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San Martin TilcajeteIn this stop we will visit the workshop of the master craftsman David Hernández, where we will know first hand the complete process of elaboration of the alebrijes : from the carving of the wood to the painstaking hand painted that turns each piece into a unique work. The most famous alebrijes, deeply important for this community, are born from a simple piece of wood and are transformed into mythical creatures full of color, symbolism and creativity, considered true masterpieces unique in the world.
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Ocotlan de MorelosWe will visit the famous mural of maestro Rodolfo Morales, one of the most important artists of Oaxaca and originally from this town. The work represents the life, traditions and essence of the Oaxacan community, reflected through its colorful and dreamlike style, becoming a cultural symbol of Ocotlán.
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We will know a surprising ancient technique: the waist loom, one of the oldest forms of weaving in Mexico. Here, the craftswomen work completely manually, using their own body as part of the loom, which requires great skill, patience and precision. During the visit we will learn about the weaving process, the meanings of the designs and colors, and how this technique has been transmitted from generation to generation, staying alive until today.
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At this stop you can admire typical dresses of the highest quality, including traditional dresses for women and garments for men, crafted 100% with handmade techniques that reflect the talent and textile tradition of the region.
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OaxacaWe will return to Oaxaca City, where it will be time to drop you off at your hotel and end this experience.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Oaxaca Route of Crafts 7% OFF
Oaxaca City, Oaxaca, Mexico
$60.33
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!