All Oaxaca Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Monte Alban Full Experience for 3 Hours with Admission Included

You are invited into a Zapotec family home where weaving is part of everyday life. At Casa de los Angeles, this experience is a personal cultural exchange guided by a native artisan who carries forward traditions learned from his elders. This is not a staged demonstration, but a living practice rooted in community, identity, and ancestral knowledge. You will learn about natural fibers, cochineal, and plant-based dyes prepared using traditional techniques. Working on a traditional loom, you will experience the rhythm and symbolism woven into each textile while creating your own small piece. The experience concludes with a homemade meal prepared with local ingredients — an opportunity to share stories, conversation, and a deeper understanding of Zapotec culture in an intimate and respectful setting.

Hands-on Weaving Experience with Natural Dyes in Oaxaca

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5 Hours Guided Day of The Dead Evening Walking Tour in Oaxaca

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Hierve el Agua HALF DAY trip.

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Zapotec culture from the ancient ruins of Monte Albán to living traditions on a full-day, small-group tour showcasing black-mud pottery and alebrijes. By visiting workshops, you’ll go beyond the typical shopping experience, meeting artisans firsthand to learn how the crafts are made. A lunch stop at a traditional restaurant is a chance to order Oaxacan dishes from an à la carte menu—tailoring the meal to your preferences.

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

To understand the ins and outs of Mexico’s famous agave-based spirit, you need to venture beyond Oaxaca City—and for that, a private vehicle is indispensable. On this small-group tour, travel to the towns of Mitla and Matatlan for a deep dive into all things mezcal. Visit agave fields and watch the mezcal-making process step by step in an artisanal distillery, capped off by an included lunch of traditional Oaxacan food.

The Mezcal Journey

6 hoursFree Cancellation

This class is led by Oswaldo, a Oaxacan chef who trained deeply in his region's traditional cooking and even wrote a book about Oaxacan bread. You won't just watch from the sidelines you'll make the mole yourself, make tortillas on the comal, put together memelas and tamales, and along the way we'll talk about why each ingredient and technique matters. At the end, we share the food, drinks, and you take the recipes home with you.

Oaxacan Cooking Class with Local Chef

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Mitla Half Day Guided Tour

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore top sites in Oaxaca on a full-day, private tour of Monte Albán, Teotitlan del Valle, a food market, Hierve el Agua, and an artisanal mezcal maker. Unlike group tours with a fixed schedule, this one lets you prioritize the places that interest you—whether you’re all about ancient ruins or cooling off in natural pools. And at each stop, your personal guide shares insights many travelers miss.

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

Most travellers never get beyond Oaxaca’s restaurant scene, but this tour dives straight into the city’s true culinary heart. Instead of polished dining rooms, you’ll taste the iconic dishes locals actually eat at midday, from memelas and mole-filled tamales to empanadas, tostadas, and ancient maize-and-cacao drinks that have defined the region for centuries. With 15+ tastings across 8+ stops, you’ll explore markets, street vendors, and neighbourhood eateries beloved by locals and largely unknown to visitors. It’s a deep, generous look at why Oaxaca is considered one of the world’s great culinary capitals, and one of the best ways to experience the city food culture.

Taste Oaxaca Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

The history, the artisanal equipments, the making process of mezcal are just a few of the reasons you’ll never stop admiring about your journey to the mezcal distillery. All our guides are locals, experts and knowledgeable in mezcal production process. • Learn about both processes artisanal and ancestral • Taste a selection of artisanal mezcal • Learn about the biodiversity, the origin and history • Discover how to identify the algorithms of flavors and aromas in mezcal tasting • Learn about different agave varieties • Learn about the anatomy and the reproductive process • Learn about the cultivation process and more.. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized experiences that delight our guests, leaving them inspired, excited, and planning their next visit to Oaxaca. This is more than a mezcal tasting, it's an opportunity to understand the traditions, knowledge, and cultural heritage behind every sip. So embark on this trip and get an unforgettable cultural experience.

Experience the Mezcal Tour in Oaxaca

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the Oaxaca that most visitors never get to experience on a hidden street food tour led by local chefs. This isn't your typical food tour. We don't follow the same routes or stop at the same places as everyone else. No tourist traps, no crowded restaurants just the authentic neighborhood spots where Oaxacans actually eat Visit family-run eateries, humble street stands, and hidden gems while tasting some of Oaxaca's most iconic dishes. Along the way, your local chef will share the history, ingredients, and traditions behind every bite, giving you a deeper appreciation for one of the world's greatest culinary destinations. More than just a food tour, this is a chance to connect with the people behind the food, discover neighborhoods beyond the tourist center, and experience Oaxaca through the eyes of a local. Enjoy a relaxed small-group experience that feels more like exploring with foodie friends than following a scripted tour. Come hungry and discover the real Oaxaca!

Oaxaca Hidden Street Food Tour Led by Local food experts

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Hierve el Agua and Mitla Mezcal Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

The tradition of the day of the dead in Oaxaca is something you have to live at least once in your life. It is only the 31st of October evening and we have few places available. We will visit 03 pantheons of the most important: General Pantheon, Xoxocotlan Pantheon and Atzompa Pantheon. The pantheons open their doors for family, friends and visitors to enjoy this tradition that is one of the most important in Mexico. Music, food and tradition is what awaits you. Meet the pantheons with local guides, who know and will give you all the details of this tradition. We will be small groups for each group to have their transport with their operator, tour guide and coordinator. everyone will be aware of every detail. We will have a meeting point, where the vans will be ready with their group name and their day of the dead offering: flowers, bread, chocolate, candles and mezcal.

Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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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.

Tour of comparsas in Etla Oaxaca

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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USD 71USD 68

Discover the tastes and textures of Oaxaca during a cooking workshop right in the heart of the city. Join a small group and visit a local market to gather ingredients for your class. There's no set menu, so the group can select which traditional dishes to make. Learn about the origins of each dish and several techniques during your hands-on class. Your tour end with the delicious meal that you've created.

Flavors of Oaxaca: Cooking Class with No Set Menu and Local Market Tour

Flavors of Oaxaca: Cooking Class with No Set Menu and Local Market Tour

Discover the highlights of Oaxaca on a full-day sightseeing tour. Visit the Monte Albán archaeological complex, founded around 500 B.C., make three more stops, at local houses and craft workshops to see the process of: handmade black mud figurines and pieces; textiles and crafts woven by women on looms tied to their waists; finally, woodcut and painted pieces known as alebrijes. Learn about the rich history and culture of Oaxaca from your guide as you explore.

Monte Alban - Full Day Guided Tour with or without Food - Oaxaca

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Tour Seven Bays, Huatulco HT

Mole & Tortilla class, Market Tour, mezcal tasting | Quinta Brava

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in Huatulco's natural beauty—and explore an unspoiled side of the region that many other visitors miss—on this full-day nature excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, head into the Sierra Madre Mountains, where you can watch for tropical birds and reptiles, learn about the region from your guide, and enjoy a refreshing dip at Emerald Falls. Then, enjoy a delicious Mexican lunch, with beverages included.

Waterfalls & Nature Day-Trip Experience

3 Levels of Huatulco the coffee you've been looking for

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover two must-see places in Oaxaca in a comfortable and well-organized experience. Visit the majestic Tule Tree, known for its impressive size and history, and continue to Hierve el Agua, where you can admire its natural formations, walk at your own pace, and enjoy its pools with spectacular views. An ideal option for those who want to explore these iconic sites with enough time and without rushing. 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.

Hierve el Agua: Hiking and Time to Swim + Tule Tree & Meal

Tour de medio día a monte albán

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Traditional Oaxaqueña Cooking with Grandma's Recipes

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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The ruins of Monte Alban in Oaxaca, Mexico.

What are people saying about Oaxaca

Oaxaca Conmigo Private Tours

Cynthia_G, Oct 2026

Family Oriented Oaxacan Tour

What a wonderful tour. Felix worked with our crazy schedule and picked out interesting places to visit after we had told him of our interests. Each location was highlighted by well informed and professional guides/instructors. The lunch venue was unique beautiful and delicious. Felix was so knowledgeable, professional and patient. We highly recommend Felix and this tour.

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!

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.

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, 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!

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!

Mezcal & Mole by a Certified Sommelier

Hitomate_H, Mar 2026

The Perfect Introduction to Mezcal (and Mole!)

I had an absolutely fantastic experience with my guide, Ro. She was incredibly knowledgeable and answered my many questions in a way that was easy for a layperson to understand. We primarily spoke in Spanish, but whenever I struggled to follow, she seamlessly switched to English, which made the experience even more comfortable. While I originally came for the mezcal tasting, the mole pairing ended up being a huge highlight. I had never been much of a fan of mole before, probably because I’d only had mediocre versions, but this completely changed my perspective. I left a true fan and even brought some of my favorites home. Fair warning: you’ll likely leave with a few bottles of mezcal as well. Ro thoughtfully wrapped mine in bubble wrap so they made it home safely in my luggage. This tasting is a fantastic way to learn about and appreciate the nuances of mezcal before visiting the distilleries themselves. 10/10 experience, absolutely worth the price and highly recommended.