Oaxaca Highlights: Monte Alban & Mezcal Tasting

Explore Monte Albán, Mitla, and more in one day. Uncover Oaxaca’s rich history, culture, and cuisine with expert guides. Book your adventure now.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Zona Arqueológica de Monte Albán - Our journey begins with a visit to the archaeological site of Monte Albán, the ceremonial hub of the Zapotec civilization, perched atop a mountain with panoramic views of the valleys. A guided tour will provide insights into the cultural evolution and historical significance of this remarkable site.
  • **Tule…
What's Included
  • Water bottles
  • Private transportation
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Does not include tips
  • Sourvenirs
  • Meals
  • Ticket to the archaeological site of Monte Alban
  • Admission to the Tule Tree
Additional Information

Experience the highlights of Oaxaca in just one day! Our tour stands out by not only visiting iconic sites but also immersing you in an authentic and personalized journey.
Explore Monte Alban with engaging and informative explanations that reveal the magnificence of the Zapotec civilization.
Next, visit a traditional mezcal distillery to learn about the…

Location
Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Evan_k
Feb 27, 2026
Amazing experience, take this tour! - We have booked a lot of tours around the world on Viator, this one does not disappoint. It was an absolutely fantastic day. Fernando was such a great guide, spoke excellent English and took lots of photos of us!
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Kevin_b
Feb 22, 2026
Fernando did an... - Fernando did an absolutely fantastic job! He was so good natured and positive, was deeply knowledgeable about the archaeological sites, and was a safe driver. We thoroughly enjoyed our day with him exploring Monte Alban and Mitla, stopping to see the Tule tree, eating a delicious lunch, and learning about the art of rug weaving in Teotitlan del Valle. Highly recommended!
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Alan_d
Feb 18, 2026
We had a deep and... - We had a deep and thorough visit to Monte Alban and Mitla with additional stops for lunch, and the Turk tree and Teotitlan. Our guide , Jaime, was absolutely wondert, with deep historical and cultural knowledge.
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Nalanda_s
Jan 25, 2026
Great for solo travelers! - Private tours can of course be pricey for solo travelers but if you have the budget I highly recommend, especially if you can't drive or would struggle to navigate the vicinity of Oaxaca by yourself. I had time constraints and specific goals for the day trip, and this was the only tour I could find that would go both to Monte Alban and Mitla. I had an incredible time and was able to learn a ton about the indigenous cultures and communities of the region, including comparative insights regarding sites I had previously visited near Mexico City and in Guatemala. I also learned that many tour guides in Mexico go through years of study before obtaining a license to guide tourists around important archaeological sites, meaning they are very knowledgeable and eager to share their knowledge with visitors. Miguel (who stepped in to replace Fernando as he wasn't feeling well) was extremely well-informed and did an amazing job accommodating my interests (including a quick pit stop at a mezcal distillery on the way back to Oaxaca city) and time constraints (an early afternoon bus ride back to CDMX). All in all, if you have an interest in Mesoamerican cultures and sites in the Oaxaca region, I highly recommend this tour.
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Robertabp6400gn
Jan 23, 2026
Excellent experience - Our guide Cesar was extraordinary - he was extremely professional and knowledgeable about the ruins and the many Mesoamerican civilisations. He also explained to us how the communities around Oaxaca City live and how they interlace their ancient traditions in the present. He brought us to visit local Mezcal artisans as well as master weavers which was extremely insightful. He truly enhanced our experience with his witty and funny comments. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Oaxaca!
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Marykh6736yz
Jan 13, 2026
Wonderful day tour! - We had a wonderful tour with Fernando today. He is very personable and knowledgable about all the places we went. We started at Monte Alban. It is a must to see! It was truly a highlight of our trip to Oaxaca!
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G1922hisofiar
Dec 29, 2025
The best experience - Extraordinary guide, driver and tour; highly recommended as first dive in Oaxaca. On this same trip we returned for more tours.
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Pbrownell
Dec 29, 2025
Great host for key sites outside of Oaxaca centro - Fernando was fantastic. Knowledgeable, engaging, great English, caring, interesting—and interested in us, too. His interpretation of all the key sites added personal and community flavor to the experience. Very comfortable transportation and a stop off at a great restaurant for lunch made the day perfect. Pick up and drop off at our rental was flawless. We felt that we were in good hands and thoroughly enjoyed taking one of our four days in Oaxaca to experience the history and culture of the area.
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Tourist03123935564
Dec 24, 2025
Excellent Tour in Oaxaca - Our guide Fernando was excellent. He had extensive knowledge about Monte Albán and Mitla. He was very accommodating to our interests and was extremely helpful climbing up and down the pyramid steps.
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John_n
Dec 7, 2025
Fantastic tour of Monte Alban, Mitla, and the Tule Tree - Absolutely incredible tour at just the right pace and with a guide whose astounding knowledge of all the sites made the journey all the more pleasant. We loved it and would recommend this tour to all visitors to Oaxaca
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From $292 (Per Group)
up to 15 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).