All Oaxaca Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with admission included

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Oaxaca’s top sights are spread out, and travelers without their own transportation often find themselves confined to the city. On this full-day tour, check off the highlights with ease without stressing over logistics, including the ancient Tule tree, a rug-weaving workshop, Mitla Archaeological Site, the waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, and even a mezcal distillery—with a free tasting included.

Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Dolphin & Whale Watching in Puerto Escondido

Full Day Tour of the Bays of Huatulco

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Monte Alban with a local bilingual guide who shares little-known truths about Zapotec culture. You taste ancient mezcal in an authentic palenque, seeing the traditional production process step by step. You know the craft workshops of black clay and alebrijes, with local artisans who work in front of you, preserving centuries-old techniques. Convenient transport between each point, collected from your accommodation in the historic center, so that all day is dedicated to living the Oaxacan culture.

Monte Alban, Ancestral Mezcal, Alebrijes and Black Mud Tour

This combination of a horseback tour and a hot springs visit is the ultimate way to appreciate the nature and wildlife of Mexico. Follow your guide on beautiful off-road trails—including parts of the route through shallow water—and visit traditional village houses that you wouldn't uncover alone. The trip also goes to a hot spring area, where it's possible to swim and relax in the water.

Horseback Riding Tour to Natural Hot Springs in Puerto Escondido

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Bioluminiscense Night Tour

There are no other tours like this in Huatulco! There is a maximum of 12 guests on the tour, we take you much further and have the most dolphin, sea turtle and whale sightings in Huatulco. Enjoy the personal attention of our friendly bilingual Naturalists whose knowledge of the marine species, bays and reefs in Huatulco is unmatched. We know the healthiest reefs to snorkel and the best areas offshore to find the dolphins and sea turtles. We explore a much greater area for the best encounters with the most dolphins, turtles and even whales (whales can be seen December through March). Our crew are Naturalists, Marine Biologists, Captains and Photographers. There is an underwater microphone to listen to dolphins and whales! Our center console boats are built for ocean exploration with; a 140-225hp engines, cushioned seating, Bluetooth stereo, a swim ladder, canvas roof, and lifejackets/snorkel vests for infants to 130kg.

Huatulco Ocean Eco Adventures

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Skip inauthentic tourist traps to discover Oaxaca’s diverse culinary scene on a market tour led by a food-researcher guide. Taste your way through local dishes, from traditional quesadillas to pre-Hispanic drinks such as tepache (a fermented pineapple dish) and pulque (agave wine). It’s a chance to immerse yourself in the colorful market scene, while sampling flavors many travelers overlook—with insights from a local to enrich every bite and sip.

Immersion Tour and Oaxaca Markets, All gastronomy included

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience the magic of nature on an unspoilt beach by participating in the release of sea turtles. The experience begins with an educational talk at Tortuguero Camp, where you will discover the importance of conservation of these species. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to name a newborn turtle and accompany it to the seashore, marking the beginning of its life in the ocean. This activity is ideal for the whole family and fosters deep respect for the environment

Release of Sea Turtles at Sunset

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Bioluminescent Night Tour

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Special Offer

Visit the scenic pools of Hierve el Agua on a tour from Oaxaca that gives you more free time to explore the site on your own. Unlike itineraries with multiple stops, this one prioritizes the main attraction—giving you a full three hours to soak, take photos, and hike to panoramic valley views. And with two different departure times to choose from, you can customize the day to your schedule.

Hierve el agua half day tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

1 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Most visitors to Oaxaca never experience the city’s nighttime food scene when neighbourhood grills fire up, late-night vendors appear, and regional specialities take centre stage. This tour dives straight into the dishes locals actually eat after dark, far from restaurant dining rooms and tourist-focused menus. With 14+ tastings across 7–8 authentic stops, you’ll sample everything from lechón tacos and oversized tlayudas to mole-filled tamales, tetelas, garnachas, and mezcal-soaked sweets. These are real neighbourhood spots, beloved by locals and largely unknown to travellers. It’s a flavour-packed, after-hours look at Oaxaca’s culinary identity, and the most authentic way to experience the city at night.

Oaxaca Streets Food Tour with 14+ Tastings

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Hierve el Agua 2.5 hours, Mitla, Tule, Rugs and Mezcal for a Day

11 hoursFree Cancellation

See Huatulco’s bays and surrounding viewpoints on a shared cultural tour that visits La Crucecita, the Catholic church with the world’s largest image of the Lady of Guadalupe, and a local artisan market. Taste Oaxacan mezcal, chocolate, coffee, and traditional grasshoppers at La Probadita, while a certified tour guide explains Huatulco’s history and regional crafts, including rugs, carved wooden figures, and black clay pieces.

Discover The Magic Of Huatulco And Its Surroundings Areas

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Monte Albán is an archaeological site in Oaxaca and this half-day guided tour is the perfect way to learn more about its history, the ruins and the first inhabitants. Close the travel guide and enjoy a guided adventure with commentary throughout the tour. To save time, the tour travels between sights in an air-conditioned vehicle, so you can cover much more ground than on a walking tour.

Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover mezcal from its origin through a close experience at our family palenque in Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca. The visit begins with a guided tour of the palenque, where you will learn the traditional process behind our agave distillates: from the maguey and cooking in an earth oven, to milling, natural fermentation, and distillation. More than a technical tour, this experience shares the traditions, the people, and the knowledge that have built our family's relationship with agave and distillation across generations. After touring the production area, we continue to El Santuario, our terrace with a view of the palenque, for a guided tasting of seven expressions. Here you can discover how the variety of agave, its origin, and the decisions made during the process give rise to different aromas, flavors, and textures.

Guardians of the Origin Ancestral Immersion

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Spend the day in the great outdoors and explore Chacahua National Park on this guided tour with a small group. Take a boat ride through the lagoons to discover the fauna and flora of the region including mangroves, crocodiles, and iguanas. After lunch (own expense), enjoy free time to explore the island, snorkel in the pristine waters, or swim in the ocean before heading back to your hotel.

Price varies by group size

Chacahua National Park

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the incredible archaeological site of Monte Albán with our team! We have certified guides who are committed to providing you with the best experience on every tour, making sure your visit is truly unforgettable. With us, there is no rush: we manage the timing carefully so you can enjoy every moment and have a comfortable, enriching experience. We offer a visit that stands out for its excellent value for money, making every moment truly worthwhile. Note: This tour is available in Spanish or English, subject to availability. If there are only a few bookings for one language, the service may be operated bilingually while maintaining attention and explanations for all participants.

Monte Alban Full Experience for 3 Hours with Admission Included

Monte Alban Full Experience for 3 Hours with Admission Included

4 hoursFree Cancellation

We will move to your hotel or airbnb if you are in the city center area, in any case if you are far away the meeting point are our offices. When you board the unit you will start enjoying the professional attentions of the Turisteando agency in Oaxaca. You will have trained guides with tour information, you will know the most emblematic places of Oaxaca, you will also taste typical Oaxaca food as its traditions and customs. You will visit more than 3 villages in one day.

Hierve el Agua,Arbol Del Tule,Mitla,Mezcal and Teotitlan del valle

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Huatulco Walking Food Tour

Tour Los Caminos del Mezcal Café and Pedal Loom Factory

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Oaxaca

Hierve el agua half day tour

Nathalie_Y, Oct 2026

It was a lot of fun. The...

It was a lot of fun. The descent part of the hike is quite easy, the ascent can be difficult to the untrained but it’s quite a short ascent. The water is really nice to swim in and the guide was super informative. The whole tour from A-Z was super smooth. Highly recommend.

Private Tour: Monte Albán, Hierve el Agua, Teotitlán and Mezcal

Sarah_P, Oct 2026

Best Tour Ever

We had an amazing time learning about Oaxaca with our incredible tour guide Daniel. From the historical tour of Monte Albán to swimming in the pools at Hierve el Agua to learning about textiles and mezcal, we did it all. This was an excellent way to take in a number of sights in a relatively short trip. I highly recommend. Daniel and team were kind, thoughtful, and keen on providing a great experience. 10 out of 10... No notes!

Monte Alban Full Experience for 3 Hours with Admission Included

ANINI_D, Oct 2026

Excellent, highly qualified guide & tour!

We had a great experience with this tour company and guide! We arrived to a nice seating area with drink and snack while we waited, and the tour was top quality. Pavel was a great guide--patient, extremely informative, responsive to our environment (waited for us to sort out our needs with a little bit of rain, standing under trees for shade) and such a great speaker. We fully enjoyed the tour, which he led in 2 languages. When it went over time he didn't rush, just kept up with the full details. We would definitely do a tour with this company on our next visit to Oaxaca. Thank you!

Hierve el Agua 2.5 hours, Mitla, Tule, Rugs and Mezcal for a Day

Lloyd_M, Oct 2026

Great way to see the sites surrounding Oaxaca!

This was a long day but with lots of fun activities. Hierve el Agua was very worthwhile, the lunch stop offered something for everyone and we enjoyed the rug weaving demonstration and the Mezcal taskings as well. The big surprise was Mitla which is in excellent shape and really interesting. Our guide Pavel was really excellent in explaining everything we saw.

Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

Rebecca_B, Oct 2026

Amazing time

An amazing all encompassing experience! If you have limited time in Oaxaca, or if you’re there for a few days, you have to do this tour. It has a little bit of everything for everyone, and seeing the Mitla archaeological site was super cool. The pools at hierve del agua were a bit cool in October but still manageable. Kevin was also a really great tour guide. 10/10 would recommend!

Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour

Kristi_S, Oct 2026

Very interesting tour.

We had another guide have to cancel our original tour, so thankfully, we were able to book this one last minute. Our guide was very smart and knowledgeable. He Cf presented the information well and was easily able to answer everyone’s questions. I enjoyed the bit of free time before leaving Monte Albán.

Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca

Ramin_S, Oct 2026

This is how you do a full...

This is how you do a full day tour! Absolutely jam-packed with activities that are just varied enough to not overwhelm. You get a decent workout (with an equally stunning view) with the Hierve el Agua, an unforgettable bonding experience with your fellow travellers at the mezcal distillery, an insightful history lesson at the Mitla site and textile workshop, and a nice lunch in-between. The Tree of Tule, unfortunately, had to be skipped because of heavy rain (they did try to get us a good view from the vehicle though). Also, huge props to the company for the van pick-up right outside my Airbnb.

The Mezcal Journey

biancabeee, Oct 2026

What an amazing experience!

Wow what an amazing experience! So beautiful, informative and fun! Alfredo was such an amazing tour guide! So knowledgeable, kind, friendly, fun and a true joy to be around! We loved our group too! Visiting the agave fields was truly breathtaking, learning all about the plants and how the agave is grown and how it finally becomes mezcal is fascinating! And trying true, artisanal mezcal was absolutely mind blowing! Nothing like you get back home! If you come to Oaxaca and you have the time definitely take this tour! You won’t regret it! Definitely one of the best things we did while we were visiting this beautiful place! Thank you Alfredo and all the people at the palenque!

Oaxaca Conmigo Private Tours

Michael_B, Oct 2026

This was an outstanding...

This was an outstanding experience. Armando was our guide and he was fantastic! Having the private tour and ability to customize what you do/don't want to see to optimize your time is so worth it. Having done a big group tour in CDMX a few days before this...the private tour was soooo much better. You can go at your own pace and not feel like you're wasting any time. If I'm ever back in Oaxaca, I would 100% book another tour with this group. Nice car, great flexibility, and well chosen stops at each location. Seeing the surrounding small towns and meeting multi-generation families that are preserving their local craft is what makes visiting Oaxaca feel so special. One thing to know in advance is not all stops shown on the website are possible to do in one day. Certain stops are geographically too far apart, and the stops essentially split up into two regions you can choose from (south vs east). So for example we were able to do everything we wanted to do in the southern region (Monte Alban, San Martin Tilcajete, San Bartolo Coyotepec, etc), but would have had to do a second day of touring to see what we wanted in the eastern region (Mitla, Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Teotitlan del Valle). The two Mezcal options are so there is one per region (south: Santa Catarina Minas; east: Santiago Matatlan). So it's customizable within limits based on which of the two regions you want to dedicate your day to (Monte Alban could go into either since it's close to the city). If I had realized this in advance, I still would have booked this tour, but would have booked/allocated two days with them instead of one.

Oaxacan Cooking Class with Local Chef

Kelsi_N, Sept 2026

Unforgettable experience

Chef Oswaldo had a sweet set up. The walk was short from the meet up place. He is knowledgeable about his culture and food. He was so patient with everyone. My 4 and 5 year old was able to join, and they did when they felt like it. It felt like cooking with family. He made everyone feel right at home. What we created, we cooked, and we ate. What a cool and unforgettable experience. My family said this was the best part about their trip to Oaxaca and I agree 100%

Hierve el Agua HALF DAY trip.

Justin_S, Sept 2026

We had a fantastic...

We had a fantastic half-day trip to Hierve el Agua from Oaxaca! Our guide Luis was friendly and helpful from the very beginning, and he did a great job explaining the different sights and towns we passed along the drive. He and our naturalist guide were both extremely knowledgeable and made exploring Hierve el Agua even more interesting. Luis also gave us some great local food recommendations in Oaxaca, and one of the restaurants he suggested ended up being our favorite meal of the entire trip! Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and we’d highly recommend Luis and the tour.

Monte Alban for 3hrs, Black Pottery and Alebrijes with Admissions

Leilani_A, Sept 2026

We had an amazing time on...

We had an amazing time on our tour of Monte Albán, the black pottery taller, and the alebrijes taller. Luis, our guide, was fantastic — knowledgeable, passionate about Oaxaca and its culture, and incredibly accommodating, especially since one of us didn’t speak much Spanish. He made sure everyone felt included the whole way through. Highly recommend booking with Luis and this tour company if you want a tour that’s both informative and genuinely fun!