• Zona Arqueológica de Monte Albán - Experience the magnificence of Monte Albán, a premier archaeological site in Mexico and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perched atop a mountain, it provides stunning panoramic views of the Central Valleys of Oaxaca.

Visitors will explore the Grand Plaza, visit temples, ceremonial platforms, and encounter the enigmatic “Danzantes,” stone carvings of significant historical value. With insights from a certified guide, they will gain an understanding of this ancient Zapotec city’s importance, its development, organization, and cultural legacy.

This journey blends history, architecture, and breathtaking landscapes, offering a connection to one of Mesoamerica’s most significant civilizations.

• Santo Tomás - Explore the community of Santo Tomás Jalieza, celebrated for its rich textile tradition and the use of the waist loom, an ancient pre-Hispanic technique still practiced today.

During this visit, travelers will witness artisans crafting pieces entirely by hand, using cotton threads to create designs rich in cultural symbolism. The process, from loom setup to weaving, will be demonstrated, highlighting the precision and time invested in each piece.

Additionally, visitors can engage directly with the craftswomen, learn the meaning behind the embroidery, and appreciate the cultural significance of this traditional technique, integral to Oaxaca’s identity.

• San Martín Tilcajete - Discover San Martín Tilcajete, a renowned town in Oaxaca famous for creating the vibrant alebrijes, wooden figures with deep cultural significance.

During this visit, travelers will enter a craft workshop to learn the entire process: from selecting and carving copal wood to sanding, drying, and the intricate painting that brings each piece to life. Artisans will explain the meaning of these figures, many inspired by “nahuales” or protective animals in the Zapotec worldview.

This authentic experience offers insight into the craftsmanship, tradition, and cultural identity behind each creation, along with the chance to interact directly with master artisans.

• San Bartolo - Explore San Bartolo Coyotepec, famous for its black clay pottery, one of Oaxaca’s most iconic crafts.

During this visit, travelers will enter a craft workshop to learn the complete process: from extracting and preparing the clay, hand-molding or wheel-throwing, to the burnishing technique that gives it its distinctive black sheen without the use of glazes.

Craftsmen will share the history and evolution of this technique, as well as its cultural significance within the community. This is a unique opportunity to appreciate the meticulous work behind each piece and understand why black clay is considered one of the most important expressions of Oaxacan art.

• Private transportation
• Certified bilingual guide
• Passenger insurance
• Access to craft workshops (alebrijes, black mud, textiles)

• Personal shopping in craft workshops
• Entrance fees to archaeological sites (Mount Alban)

This tour offers an exclusive private experience, perfect for travelers eager to explore Oaxaca in an authentic and leisurely manner. Unlike standard tours, participants will engage directly with master artisans, gaining insight into the genuine traditional processes of Zapotec culture. The tour seamlessly blends history, culture, and local experiences, all under the guidance of a certified guide who offers personalized attention throughout, adjusting the tour’s pace to suit individual interests. It provides a more intimate, comfortable, and genuine experience of Oaxaca.

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