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Our exciting half-day journey starts when we meet you at your hotel's lobby. A certified bilingual guide will take you through the history and culture of Monte Albán, which is a major urban center built by the Zapotec Culture. It is the most important archaeological site in Oaxaca, and it has been proclaimed Cultural Heritage of Humanity along with the City of Oaxaca by UNESCO on December 11th, 1997. The journey ends around 12:00 p.m., when we drop you off downtown, at your hotel's lobby. Just in time to taste a delicious lunch at one of our local restaurants

Explore the artisan villages of Oaxaca on this private all-day guided tour. Visit the homes of artisans such as the black pottery figures at Doña Rosa Studio in San Bartolo Coyotepec and the hand-carved painted alebrije of Jacobo Angeles in San Martín Tilcajete. In Santo Tomás Jalieza, browse colorful woven cotton goods made on backstrap looms at a local market, and in Ocotlán de Morelos, see works from artist Rodolfo Morales.

Discover Oaxaca through its flavors, history and traditions. Start in the heart of the city with an introduction to Oaxacan culture and tour traditional markets full of aromas, colors and local products. Learn the meaning of ingredients with pre-Hispanic roots and enjoy an authentic dining experience. Try traditional bread, Oaxacan chocolate, shingle, chapulines and quesillo, while discovering how they are prepared and their importance in the local culture. More than a gastronomic tour, it is an opportunity to get to know Oaxaca as a local, hear stories and discover the flavors that are part of the identity of the city. Experience a close, fun and tradition-filled experience as you explore the historic centre and its most representative markets

Discover Oaxaca through its flavors, traditions and local histories in an experience that goes beyond a sightseeing tour. Explore vibrant markets, sample iconic products and learn about the cultural origin behind each flavor. From traditional chocolate and tejate to chapulines, cheese and artisan bread, each stop will bring you closer to the essence of Oaxacan cuisine. Accompanied by a local guide, you will live Oaxaca in an authentic, close and relaxed way. You’ll meet local vendors, discover details that you might overlook on your own, and create unforgettable memories while connecting with the city’s culture and everyday life. Come with hunger, great curiosity and the best enthusiasm to enjoy every flavor, history and corner of Oaxaca! Book this experience and discover the city in an authentic, fun and unforgettable way.

What distinguishes this experience is the opportunity to live the Day of the Dead from within a community of the Etla Valley, where the Deaths are part of the identity and tradition of its inhabitants. Accompanied by a guide, you will not only observe masks, music and characters walking through the streets, but you will know the meaning of the mortarians, the devils, spiritualists and the traditional representations that are part of the celebration. Being a real community holiday and not a show created for tourists, each Death takes place differently, making the characters, music, encounters and tour turn each night into a unique experience.

Discover the essence of Oaxaca on a complete route that brings together nature, history, Zapotec culture, artisan traditions and mezcal in one day. Visit emblematic places such as the tule tree, Teotitlán del valle, Hierve el Agua and the archaeological area of Mitla and get to know the artisan process of making mezcal. More than touring different places, this experience seeks to bring you closer to the cultural richness of Oaxacan communities, their histories, craft techniques and knowledge passed down from generation to generation.