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The neighborhood of Xochimilco is an old place, beautiful and full of history and culture. I have been fortunate to be born and raised in this iconic neighborhood, and I would love to share with you its unique spirit. This tour focuses on visiting and getting to know the various workshops and houses of the artisans of the neighborhood, which will allow you to understand the culture of the trades of Oaxaca from the perspective of those who create art and keep alive the traditions of Xochimilco. Walk through the streets of my neighborhood to see the beauty of its architecture, its colorful houses, its bohemian spaces and its tradition of murals that adorn the walls. The philosophy of my tour is that you experience the soul of the neighborhood of Xochimilco through its traditional crafts and my narrative about the historical and cultural changes that have transformed this place over time.

Discover the heart of Oaxaca through a private historic city tour combined with a street food tasting adventure. Your personal guide will lead you through the city's iconic areas, unveiling the rich history and vibrant cultures that define this mystical destination. Stroll through local streets and bustling markets, indulging in authentic cuisine celebrated worldwide. Enjoy a customizable experience at your own pace, tailored to your interests. Gain insider knowledge to confidently navigate the city after your tour, while delving into legends, traditions, and the unique culinary landscape. - Enjoy a private tour focusing on Oaxaca's rich history and vibrant culture - Taste authentic street food from local markets and vendors - Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests and pace - Personalized insights from an expert guide to enhance your exploration

We are 100% Oaxacan, we will take you to: Meet and enjoy without rush! We leave Oaxaca directly to the town of Roaguia, there: - We visit the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, where we have 3 hours of free time, to be able to hike, take advantage of the inns (natural pools) to cool down and enjoy the landscape being among the mountains. After the water boils we go to a distillery and: - We enjoy the tasting of the traditional alcoholic beverage of Oaxaca "El Mezcal", we go to a factory, also known as expenditure or palenque. At the end of the tasting we returned to Oaxaca City.

Discover the ancient splendor of Monte Albán, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the heart of the Zapotec civilization, on this intimate half-day tour. I will personally guide our small group, sharing fascinating stories, historical insights, and insider tips that bring the site to life. Wander through awe-inspiring pyramids, plazas, and the ancient ball court while enjoying breathtaking 360° views of the Oaxaca Valley. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors to Oaxaca, providing a perfect introduction to the region’s history and culture. After our visit, we return to Oaxaca City with plenty of time for further exploration, shopping, or other activities. Highlights: Explore Monte Albán with a personal, friendly guide who shares stories and tips Wander through pyramids, plazas, and the ancient ball court at your own pace Enjoy stunning 360° views of the Oaxaca Valley for photos and reflection Perfect half-day tour — ideal as your first stop in Oaxaca

Explore the vibrant culture of Oaxaca on this enriching 3-hour private tour, featuring the city's historic streets, must-see attractions, and delectable local cuisine. With a knowledgeable guide, delve into the rich history and stories of iconic sites like the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption and Zocalo. This immersive experience combines cultural exploration with culinary delights, ensuring a memorable journey through Oaxaca's flavors and heritage. - Duration: 3 hours of guided exploration - Visit key attractions including the Templo de Santo Domingo and Teatro Macedonio Alcalá - Enjoy a personalized experience tailored to your interests - Suitable for individuals and groups; accessible for travelers with reduced mobility

“Simplemente inolvidable”, un Tour diseñado para maravillarte de inicio a fin en compañía de un equipo de expertos. Te sorprenderás con la zona arqueológica de Monte Albán, vivirás la experiencia sustentable de la mejor destilería de mezcal de Oaxaca que incluye una degustación VIP de 5 mezcales Premium y descubrirás los talleres de San Antonio Arrazola y San Bartolo Coyotepec donde apreciarás los increíbles alebrijes y elegante barro negro. Con un límite estricto de 13 viajeros, aseguramos una experiencia personalizada donde podrás hablar con artesanos y maestros mientras viajas con la seguridad de un operador certificado del Registro Nacional de Turismo.

Discover the best of Oaxaca in one day: explore Monte Albán, try artisanal mezcal, learn how to make an alebrije, meet the black mud and enjoy a delicious traditional buffet.

Each place offers a unique and fascinating experience, immersing you in the history, culture and tradition of Oaxaca, as well as its delicious gastronomy and exceptional craftsmanship. Enjoy Oaxaca knowing every part of its history told by natives of this wonderful land, amaze yourself with the culture, traditions and everything Oaxaca has to offer the world. Get to know the bowels of Oaxaca on a wonderful day full of ancestral experiences, which we assure you will bring you back to this land. As inhabitants of the state of Oaxaca we are sure you will enjoy this unrivalled experience with us.

Discover the true essence of Oaxaca with Raíz y Sabor, a guided journey led by Carlos “Charlie” Gómez, a passionate local who will take you through the vibrant Mercado de Abastos. This tour immerses you in Oaxacan culture through tastings of traditional dishes, fascinating stories, and hidden corners only a true local knows. Support local vendors while enjoying an experience that goes beyond tourism, connecting you with the community and its traditions. Local guide with deep knowledge of the market Tastings of iconic and authentic Oaxacan dishes Directly contributes to the livelihood of local vendors Explore real stories and authentic corners of Oaxaca

“Just unforgettable”, a Tour designed to marvel you from start to finish in the company of a team of experts. You’ll be amazed by the archaeological site of Monte Albán, experience the sustainable experience of the best distillery of mezcal in Oaxaca that includes a VIP tasting of 5 Premium mezcals and discover the workshops of San Antonio Arrazola and San Bartolo Coyotepec where you will appreciate the incredible alebrijes and elegant black mud. With a strict limit of 13 travelers, we ensure a personalized experience where you can talk to craftsmen and teachers while traveling with the security of a certified National Tourism Registry operator.

What makes this experience unique is that you will not only know the history of Oaxaca : you will see it come alive before your eyes. Unlike a traditional tour, here you’ll use a carefully curated collection of old photographs to compare the past and present from the same place they were taken decades ago. You’ll find out how streets, squares and buildings have changed, while watching details that normally go unnoticed. Each stop is an opportunity to travel back in time, recreate historical images and understand the evolution of a World Heritage-listed city from a visual and interactive perspective. This tour combines history, photography, architecture and exploration in a participatory experience designed for curious travelers looking for more than just a conventional tour. At the end, you won’t just get to know Oaxaca; you’ll learn to see it with different eyes and take a whole new way of remembering the city.

Discover the history, culture, and landscapes of Oaxaca on an unforgettable tour. Visit Monte Albán, explore alebrije and black clay workshops, and taste artisanal mezcal in a traditional palenque. Accompanied by expert guides, immerse yourself in the richness of the Zapotec civilization and live an authentic experience filled with tradition and magic. Book now and be part of this unique adventure!

The photo shoot begins in the charming Xochimilco neighborhood, where you’ll feel at ease as we capture memorable moments from your trip. We will explore the city’s aqueduct and the colorful Oaxacan facades, perfect for your social networks. Wear changes of clothes to make the most of every place we visit. A highlight will be the photo in the Church of Santo Domingo de Guzman, ensuring a spectacular postcard. We’ll pause for coffee and take more photos with your cell phone, including the beautiful theater of the city. We will close with a feast of traditional food and you will receive 15 edited photos and 30 in total, ready to share.

When you book with us you already include payment for all tickets (Hierve el Agua, Mitla and Árbol del Tule). Forget about lining up or loading up extra cash for lockers; we’ll take care of everything so you can just enjoy the chocolate workshop and scenery."

Discover the rich pre-Hispanic Zapotec heritage of the Oaxaca Valley on this guided tour. Explore the cultural and craft traditions that have endured over the centuries. - Guided tour of the Zapotec heritage in the Valley of Oaxaca Explore cultural and craft traditions of the region - Expert guides that provide deep and enriching insight.

Dive into the rich tapestry of Oaxaca with a 4-hour guided city tour, exploring its vibrant food, culture, and art. This immersive experience takes you through the historic center, revealing layers of ancient civilizations and contemporary creativity. Taste authentic street foods, visit local markets, and discover unique artisan crafts while learning about the significance of maize in Mesoamerican culture. With a group size of up to 10, enjoy personalized attention as you uncover the stories and traditions that shape Oaxaca today. - Guided 4 km walking tour tailored for easy fitness levels - Sample local street foods like memelas and tamales - Visit artisan workshops to witness traditional craftsmanship - Minimum of 2 participants required to confirm the tour

This tour allows you to discover one of Oaxaca’s most authentic destinations through a complete experience that combines nature, culture, and adventure. Accompanied by a local guide, you will walk along natural trails, visit the impressive Twin Cliffs, explore a small hidden cave, and descend toward the Cola de Serpiente and Velo de Novia waterfalls, until reaching the famous Enchanted Lagoon, where you can relax and even swim if conditions allow. In addition, you will enjoy a traditional meal prepared by the local community, making this experience a true connection with the nature and traditions of Apoala, far from rushed or crowded tours.

In this class, you will learn about the origins of cacao, where it is produced, and its importance throughout the history of Mexico and Oaxaca. We will explore different types of cacao pods and their unique characteristics, connecting you to the roots of this iconic ingredient. You will then create your own artisanal Oaxacan chocolate, learning each step of the process—from roasting and peeling to grinding and transforming cacao into oaxacan chocolate. We work closely with local producers to ensure an authentic and high-quality experience. Along the way, you will also learn how chocolate is traditionally enjoyed in Oaxaca, both as a drink and as a food, giving you a deeper appreciation for its cultural significance.

We will leave the Historic Center of Oaxaca de Juárez to head to Teotitlan del Valle. Our second stop will be Santiago Matatlán, the Mezcal Capital of the World, where you will be part of the process of making the mezcal, cut agave, taste cooked maguey, package your own bottle and get to know our matured mezcal cava. But the most amazing thing hardly comes, and it is our tasting of more than 12 different Mezcales. Any of you like it? We can try it again. And finally, we will visit the maguey/agave fields aboard a barrel-shaped truck, along the way we will talk about its cultivation, varieties, and discover why it is such a noble plant. You will taste other drinks such as: pulque, cured, mead and tepache. You take care of enjoying and taking photographs, that teach you and have fun we will take care of.

Our adventure begins at Hierve el Agua where we will hike to see the petrified waterfalls and have an opportunity to take great photos. After hiking Hierve el Agua, you'll be able to swim in the natural pools, admire the beautiful views of the mountains, and take more photos. After spending about 3 hours at Hierve el Agua, we will visit a artisanal mezcal distillery to learn about the process of making mezcal. The tour includes a generous mezcal tasting where you will learn about the different varieties of agave. This is a small group tour with a local expert guide, providing you with the best experience and knowledge about Oaxaca, its culture and traditions.

This tour unites two artisanal treasures of the Central Valleys: Ocotlán, famous for its square day and its pottery tradition, and San Antonino Castillo Velasco, the “Land of Flowers”, renowned for its embroidery and the Immortal Flower. The narrative guides the traveler from the daily life of the market to the intimate encounter with workshops and producers, closing with a look at the fields where the colors are born that later become art.

Discover the mezcalera tradition of Oaxaca in an authentic experience that will take you to know the origin and artisan process of mezcal. Start the tour at the agave plants, where you will learn about their cultivation and cultural importance, as well as living a traditional tasting in the Oaxacan style. The experience continues at Casa del Pulque, where you will taste ancestral drinks such as mead, pulque and tepache, handmade. End in a mezcalero palenque, where you will know each stage of the production of the mezcal and enjoy a guided tasting of different varieties. This tour is ideal for those who want to live Oaxaca through its flavors, traditions and culture, in an authentic and close environment with local producers.

Join an authentic and rustic immersion in the familiar palenque that will forever change the way you see mezcal. Apart from trying a good mezcal and knowing the whole process from beginning to end; you will have the opportunity to live with the family, know the customs, traditions and how mezcal has been a way of life for more than 75 years.

Immerse yourself in a unique experience where tradition, taste and culture merge in a single day. Accompanied by the third generation master mezcalero we will explore the Tlacolula Market where aromas, colors and flavors are intertwined in a cultural feast. Here, among stands of fresh ingredients and traditional produce, we will select cuts of meat to roast instantly, enjoying the ritual of fire and smoke. Then we will head to our sustainable mezcal distillery, where we will enjoy the food cooked in the market in a pleasant coexistence between stories, laughter and mezcals with friends and new acquaintances. You will know firsthand the artisan process that transforms maguey into an elixir full of history, where every detail, from harvest to distillation, influences its flavor and quality. To close with a golden clasp we invite you to a guided tasting by the master where you will enjoy mezcal and exclusive distillates of our production