Top Oaxaca Sightseeing Tours in 2026

Discover some of Huatulco’s best snorkel spots on a day trip from Puerto Escondido. Increase your chances of spotting a wide range of marine life as you explore the reefs of San Agustin Bay, home to turtles and kaleidoscopic fish. Plus, a small group limited to only 10 people means that you can swim at your own pace.

Discover the magic of the Day of the Dead in an authentic cultural experience in Santa Maria Huatulco. Travel to the heart of one of Mexico’s most iconic traditions and know the profound significance of this celebration that honors loved ones through altars, flowers, music and ancient flavors. Your experience begins with hotel pickup and a warm floral welcome. Along the way, an expert guide will share the history, symbolisms and indigenous roots of this holiday. Walk the streets decorated with chopped paper, cempasúchil and colorful catrinas, and visit the local pantheon to experience an atmosphere full of tradition and excitement. Visit the home of a local family and discover a traditional Day of the Dead altar while enjoying a tasting of mezcal, water chocolate, yolk bread, black mole and Oaxacan tamales. A unique experience to connect with the living culture of Oaxaca and create unforgettable memories.

Get an overview of Huatulco and Playa La Entrega at your own pace with a private tour. Cover the major viewpoints, try local cuisine during a Oaxacan tasting, and cool off with a swim in the waters of La Entrega beach. Your guide handles the navigation, so you can relax and focus on sightseeing.

Wanderlust Oaxaca adapts to the needs and interests of each person ensuring a unique and personalized experience. The flexibility and convenience of private tours allow customers to choose their own schedule and pace, giving them the freedom to enjoy the experience without haste. As local guides we have connections with the local community and offer access to places and experiences that are not available to ordinary tourists.

Driving four-wheelers (ATVs) is much more than a ride – it’s an outdoor adventure that frees you from stress and connects you directly to nature. We start in the heart of Mitla’s historic center and we tour the village on wheels, passing through key points while sharing curious facts and local stories. The excitement rises as we head towards one of the largest mountains surrounding Mitla, a unique place where we drive towards prehistoric caves. With a little luck, we can see owls, eagles, hawks, horses, bulls and more. Along the way you will find amazing spots for Instagram-worthy photos ✨ Photos, adrenaline and pure adventure await you. Ready to live Mitla in a different way? Book now and join the experience.

Discover two of Oaxaca’s most fascinating archaeological sites on a private half-day experience. Explore the grandeur of Monte Albán, ancient capital of the Zapotec civilization, and continue to Atzompa, a less crowded site that surprises by its structures, tombs and spectacular views of the Central Valleys. Enjoy a comfortable and personalized tour, ideal for those who want to delve into Zapotec history and know two places that complement each other perfectly in one experience.

We go around the main town la crucecita we get to stop at the mezcal testing and silver shop few view points.

Discover the heart of Santa María Huatulco through a cultural immersion that showcases local traditions, art, and cuisine. Begin your trip with a comfortable transfer from your accommodation to the town of Santa María Huatulco to visit the main square and the town church. We continue our tour to visit the town of Benito Juárez, where you can interact with local families and learn how to prepare traditional tostadas with nixtamalized corn. Experience the entire coffee process on a local plantation, from harvest to brewing, and enjoy making your own artisanal chocolate with fresh cacao. - Visit the main square and historic church of the town of Santa María Huatulco. - Spending time with local families and demonstrating how to make traditional corn toast. - Enjoy exotic and seasonal fruits.

Journey into the ancient heart of Oaxaca with a private archaeological experience at Monte Albán, one of Mexico’s most remarkable heritage sites. Discover the legacy of the Zapotec civilization as your guide leads you through vast terraces, pyramids, and ceremonial platforms that once shaped a powerful ancient city. Uncover the meaning behind intricate carvings, tombs, and sacred spaces while learning how this ancient civilization thrived high above the Oaxaca Valley. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views that connect the past with the present in a truly unforgettable setting. Continue your cultural journey in Teotitlán del Valle, where Zapotec heritage lives on through traditional weaving. Watch artisans create vibrant textiles using natural dyes and techniques passed down through generations. This private tour blends archaeological discovery with cultural heritage, offering a deeper understanding of Oaxaca’s ancient civilization and living traditions.

Experience Santa María Huatulco’s gorgeous coast on this half-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, discover the region’s bays, beaches, and reefs at your own pace on a private panga. Go snorkeling and swimming, learn about the region from an informative local guide, and enjoy complimentary sodas and bottled water.

For this activity we go to the hotel and go to the Escobilla Ecotourism Center to visit a turtle camp, in this beautiful place we will be part of the turtle release, the guide will explain the importance of preserving the species of turtles that reach the beaches of the coast and the entire care process until they reach the sea and continue their life cycle.

Visit the charming village of Pluma Hidalgo, the coffee-growing heart of Oaxaca at 1300 meters above sea level. The first visit will be the town of Santa Maria Huatulco, where you explore its main church and murals. We continue the route to the coffee village Pluma Hidalgo where we will visit a coffee producer, who shares his passion while enjoying a cup of his artisan coffee. Stroll through the streets of the village, watch the local church and capture moments in iconic letters. Learn about the process of growing on a farm. Explore the picturesque town of Santa Maria Huatulco. - Visit the village of Pluma Hidalgo and the coffee plantation of a producer. - Tour of the streets of Pluma Hidalgo with stops at iconic points. - Learn about the coffee growing process.

Get a closer look at Mexico's native wildlife during this preservation tour in Huatulco. Join a small group and visit a turtle sanctuary where you can learn about preservation efforts and help release newly hatched turtles into the ocean. You also have the chance to learn the process of making handmade chocolate and you will see the cocoa bean as the main element of chocolate this is optional.

Discover the vibrant markets of Oaxaca alongside a local Zapotec guide when you book this half-day experience. Meet your dedicated guide and experience the lively markets that are a treat for all of your senses. See where flowers, spices, produce, textiles, and even livestock are sold. You also have the option to visit a weaving community or a mezcal store after the markets.

Dear traveler, we are a responsible company dedicated to spreading our culture of the native peoples of Oaxaca, therefore, with us you will meet the artisans in their homes and have truly unique experiences, in places that only a local person knows, our service It is personalized and you can choose between the different tour options that we have for you, visit the places that you like the most with the help of us and thus be able to personalize your experience, in the end you will be able to really get to know the towns and people of Oaxaca that are of interest to you , as well as its gastronomy and landscapes.

Do you like cacao? of course you do :) If you are curious about trying many different cacao recipes and learn the process of the chocolate making, this experience is for you! Starting from Oaxaca centro with a chocolate tasting and chocolate making experience. You will learn the secret about the sacred brevage from the raw seed to your cup. Cinnamon, cardamom, chili, traditional, dark,etc.. try them all, choose your favorite and make it with local experts Ervit and Rut. We will then drive up into the mountains of the Sierra Norte to explore the fabric of the indispensable "Molinillo", wooden whisk handmade by family of the Sierra Norte and hike to the mountain top for some stunning views. The hike is moderate, about 3 hours total through the pine trees leading us to the pic at 3200m (10500feet). We will enjoy flora and fauna of the cloud forest habitat and take time to drink our homemade hot chocolate in front of this beautiful panorama of pine trees mountains over the Sierra norte.

What makes this experience special is that it is a completely private tour designed to be enjoyed without hurry. Unlike other tours with too many stops and limited times, this tour visits few carefully selected places so you can live each experience more authentically, relaxed and comfortable. The adventure begins in Hierve el Agua, where we will hike to the foot of the petrified waterfalls and then you will have free time to swim or enjoy the landscape. Later we will visit the archaeological area of Mitla with a certified guide who will explain the history and culture of Zapoteca. We will also stop to enjoy Oaxacan cuisine and finish in Teotitlán del Valle, where you will know the artisan process of making wool mats.

Get ready to experience the most complete, authentic and exclusive tour of Oaxaca! I am a SECTUR certified guide and the only one who takes you in a single experience to discover the best of the Oaxacan heart: Monte Alban, the majestic Zapotec city. San Antonio Arrazola, where alebrijes come alive. Teotitlan del Valle, with its wool mats and natural dyes. The Tule Tree, the widest on the planet. And to close with a golden clasp: tasting of artisanal mezcal straight from the palenque. Traveling with me means having access to clear explanations, personalized treatment and corners that few know. Limited quotas — quality before quantity. Advance booking required to secure your place. It's not just another tour... it's THE experience Oaxaca owes you. Ready to join us? Send me a message now and set aside your date!

The visit to the central church in the little cross will be unforgettable, you will be able to appreciate the largest mural on the Virgin of Guadalupe made so far by a Mexican artist, in the museum of Oaxacan handicrafts you will be able to admire all the art that is made in the traditional way, the history that you will know about the town that dates back several centuries and at the end the taking of photos in the best viewpoints.

The opportunity to visit artisans at their homes and see crafts as Textiles, black pottery and wood carvings in a real life work day creating the most carefully designs all by hand preserving the millenary heritage and techniques avoiding massive production other Benefits of private tours are : - Possible to customize your tours - Direct pickup and drop-off - Comfortable sedans, SUVs, and vans - Ideal for families and couples ands groups. - Friendly, English-speaking service - Local knowledge of routes workshops, quality and variety of crafts

This is a tour designed to know 5 must-see places in Oaxaca in a single day. We start with our maximum archaeological site that is Monte Albán your tour will be guided not to lose a single detail of the history of that place, your crafts as the Alebrijes of the population of san Antonio Arrazola cradle of the Alebrijes in wood carvings we will have the opportunity to go to the house of a master craftsman to know every detail of this craft, the textiles of Teotitlán del Valle are among the most important we have in Mexico and you can not leave Oaxaca without knowing its 100% craft process in its colors of natural dye, the majestic tree of the tule with more than 2000 years and more than 58 meters thick who makes it the tree with the thickest trunk in the world and finally we will have the most emblematic drink that is the 100% ancestral and artisanal mezcal in its process you will have the opportunity to try more than 15 different flavors. (Tasting Over 21 years old)

Visit Hierve el Agua, Mitla Archeological zone and on your own terms, with this private guided tour. You'll head out to Hierve el Agua bright and early so that you can avoid the crowds and heat that come later in the day, continuing on to Santiago Matatlan for a unforgetable lunch in the Maguey fields of Traditional food with Mezcal, Creams and Pulque tasting.

Our tour begins with pickup in Oaxaca City, taking you to Hierve el Agua very early in the morning, so you can avoid the crowds and heat, for stunning views and relaxation by its unique petrified waterfalls. Next, visit an artisanal mezcal distillery or a local family producing mezcal from wild agave, complete with a tasting. Enjoy an exclusive lunch in the maguey fields, with traditional tlayudas and memelas prepared by a local cook. Finally, we visit an artisan textile factory with a chocolate-making demo using traditional methods, supporting Oaxacan families and artisans with generations of craft.

Highlights of the Oaxaca Artisan Tour: Pottery Class with a Master Artisan: Learn from a renowned Oaxacan craftsman and create your own mezcalero, the iconic piece of the local mezcal culture. Visit to the Alebrije Workshop of Jacobo and María Ángeles: Explore the creative process behind these vibrant alebrijes and discover why their pieces are certified and valued as art. Discover the Secret of Black Clay: Learn the story behind the technique that gives black clay its shine, and visit the workshop’s store to purchase unique pieces. This tour is guided by an English-speaking guide and includes private transportation, allowing you to adjust the schedule to your needs, ensuring a comfortable and personalized experience.