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Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban - The tour starts at around 10am with hotel pickup in the city of Oaxaca. Board an air-conditioned van and head to Monte Albán archaeological site which is the biggest Zapotec urban center. Here, you’ll enjoy a guided tour and see its main landmarks.These ruins are the most important of the entire state and have been declared a World Heritage list by UNESCO. After the explanation of your guide, you will have free time to walk and take pictures.
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San Antonio Arrazola - Then, visit the town of Arrazola which is an artisan town. The shapes made of Copal are fantastically carved and painted and are called Alebrijes.
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Ex Convento de Cuilapam de Guerrero - Then, head to Cuilápam de Guerrero, which in the XVI century, was a Dominican monastery. Here, you can see the open chapel, which is the place where General Vicente Guerrero was shot.
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San Bartolo Coyotepec - Finally, you’ll visit Bartolo Coyotepec, worldwide famous because of the beautiful black mud shapes. (Barro Negro).
You’ll be back at your Oaxaca hotel at 6pm.
- Bilingual professional guide.
- Air-conditioned minivan transportation.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included for selected hotels.
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Admission in Monte Alban and Cuilapam
The first stop on your journey will be Monte Albán, known as the largest Zapotec urban center. Following this, you’ll explore the town of Arrazola, a renowned wooden craft village, and learn the craft of creating ‘Alebrijes’. Your next destination will be Cuilápam de Guerrero, home to a Dominican monastery from the 16th century. Then, travel to San Bartolo Coyotepec, a place distinguished for its striking black mud sculptures. On this trip, you’re set to uncover a significant slice of Oaxaca’s Art. The tour includes guided assistance from a professional and transportation, all packaged into your hotel stay.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.