Top Oaxaca Day Trips - page 10

Your experience is the only one that combines world-class art with the warmth of a traditional market. We don’t just walk through Ocotlán; we enter the soul of the town. We are the only ones that include an exclusive visit to the workshop of Alberly Sombreros to learn the secret of the hat of 'donkey belly' and an encounter with history in the murals of Rodolfo Morales. In addition, we navigate the market to meet the famous Doña Beatriz, ensuring you taste the most authentic flavors that other tours overlook. With personalized transportation and small groups, we guarantee a Friday full of 'Magic Realism' that feels like a trip between friends, not like a sightseeing excursion."

Explore the beauties that the state of Oaxaca has for you! We are a Oaxacan family knowledgeable about the history of our state, we are dedicated to offering the best experiences in each scheduled visit, the mezcal route leaves us unparalleled experiences and learning from each culture of our state. Hierve el agua offers us walks, landscapes and popular places to swim. Mitla offers us history and textile creation, where we will see embroidery and an archaeological zone that, although small, is one of the most beautiful in the region. Teotitlán del Valle you will learn the creation of handmade colors and the elaboration of wool rugs. We will visit a mezcal distillery where you will taste the most traditional drink of the state. Arbol del Tule, you will know the history of one of the oldest and largest specimens in the world. What are you waiting for to visit Oaxaca!!!!!!

Live a private and completely customizable experience to Hierve el Agua, one of Oaxaca’s most iconic natural destinations, ideal for those looking to explore at their own pace. The tour begins with pickup in your hope, head towards Hierve el Agua, where you will have enough time to enjoy the place without rush, you can travel the trails and, if you wish, swim in its natural pools. What makes this experience unique is the possibility to customize the tour according to your interests. During the experience, the guide will recommend stops. Available options include Mezcal Ancestral, Teotitlan del Valle (wool mats and handcrafted candles), San Marcos Tlapazola (red mud), Tlacolula de Matamoros, as well as archaeological sites such as Mitla, Dainzu or Yagul, in addition to the Mitla caves, all subject to time availability. At the end, you will return comfortably to Oaxaca City

With us, you’ll walk through sacred ruins, witness the magic of mineral waterfalls, meet artisans who carry centuries of tradition, and taste local flavors at a vibrant market. It’s a relaxed, meaningful way to explore Oaxaca — guided by locals who truly know its soul.

We invite you to live an unforgettable experience in San Jose del Pacífico, a charming mountain village known for its mystical atmosphere and breathtaking views. Upon arrival, we will enjoy lunch in Rancho Viejo, where you can enjoy traditional Oaxacan cuisine while admiring the panoramic views from its viewpoint. The adventure awaits you with a visit to the Suspension Bridge or Suspension Bike, you can choose between walking suspended over the landscape or touring it by bike, feeling the adrenaline and contact with nature. Then we will explore the Enchanted Forest, a magical place full of mist and lush vegetation. To finish, you’ll enjoy some free time in downtown San Jose del Pacífico, where you can stroll through its quiet streets, sip a coffee or hot chocolate, and soak in the relaxed atmosphere of the village before returning. This tour combines adventure, nature, and relaxation in a unique setting of the Sierra Sur of Oaxaca.

Oaxaca is best lived without haste. Respect for your time differs: enjoy a quiet morning swimming in the pools of Hierve el Agua, 2,000 meters high, before the crowds arrive. Our passion is authenticity. In Mitla, an expert guide will reveal the sacred code of their original Greeks. In Teotitlán, we enter the home of master craftsmen to listen to their language, Zapotec, as they transform wool with millennial techniques. The logistics are impeccable: premium transport, punctuality and a flexible itinerary. We crown the day with a traditional cuisine banquet and a tasting of artisanal mezcal to know the soul of the agave sprat. Don’t reserve a seat on a bus, live a real connection to Oaxaca designed just for you.

This tour takes you to discover the spiritual and cultural side of Santa Catarina Juquila, a town full of tradition and devotion. Upon arrival in Juquila, we will enjoy a delicious lunch in a local restaurant. We will visit a small market where you can buy the famous bread of Juquila. Then, we will visit a religious image shop, where you will have the opportunity to buy rosaries, souvenirs, and get the pilgrim’s guide, a useful tool for your spiritual visit. Our next stop will be the Juquila Church and the Chapel of Sailors, where you will immerse yourself in the history and architecture of this sacred site. We will take a tour of the Mantle of the Virgin of Juquila, a key experience in the pilgrimage, where you can appreciate this symbol of faith and maternal protection. To close out the day, you’ll have free time to explore downtown Juquila, with its cobblestone streets, craft shops, and vibrant atmosphere.

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! You step into the valley where agave carpets the hills. A family palenque welcomes you with smoke rising from underground ovens. You watch piñas roast and hear the crackle of stone against agave hearts. The tahona wheel turns slowly while the scent of fermenting mash drifts through wooden vats. Soon you taste Espadín and rare agaves, each sip revealing earth and fire. In Mitla the fields stretch endless, their sharp leaves catching the midday sun. You walk among thousands of plants that rustle in the wind. A traditional Oaxacan table awaits you in a village comedor. Tlayudas and mole share space with fresh tortillas as a glass of mezcal lingers warm in your hand. Which flavor will stay with you longest, the smoke or the silence?

Discover the charming Sierra de Juárez on a tour of Ixtlán de Juárez. This full-day experience combines stunning scenery, history and local culture. Among the highlights are the visit to the Mirador de Cristal, the tour of the picturesque town of Guelatao and the experience in a traditional grinder workshop. During the whole journey you will enjoy comfortable transport with driver. Full-Day Tour of Ixtlan de Juárez and the Sierra de Juárez Includes air-conditioned transportation and reclining seats Visit points of interest such as the Mirador de Cristal y Guelatao Chauffeured shuttle service for the duration of the tour Meeting point: Parque El Llano, Oaxaca Capacity for groups of up to 30 people

Let yourself go for a day full of flavors, colors and traditions that make Oaxaca unique. Start your experience with making Oaxaca cheese as it is called elsewhere and enjoying a breakfast with traditional memelitas (small corn tortillas), learning the secrets of local cuisine directly from the creators. Admire the grandeur of Monte Albán, the Zapotec city that dominates the valley with its ancient structures and breathtaking views. Enter San Antonio Arrazola, where artisans bring to life the colorful wooden figures called tones and nahuales — popularly known as alebrijes — and share with them the richness of their tradition. Finish in San Bartolo Coyotepec, home of the unmistakable black mud, and discover how clay is transformed into unique pieces through generations of techniques. You can take authentic souvenirs directly from the family workshops, preserving a piece of Oaxaca with you.

Book this private tour that will take you directly from Huatulco to Oaxaca, taking the hassle out of the journey so you can relax the entire way. Just meet your driver at the designated meeting point, then get settled into your air-conditioned vehicle. If you need to stop along the way, that’s no problem, since this is a private, flexible ride just for you and your party.

A busy day exploring the region’s unique and most treasured assets, beginning with a short stop at the magnificent Tule Tree. Next up is a guided tour of ancient Mitla, and enjoying the busy market at the gates of the archeological site, good for food and crafts. Additional hiking, swimming and food are afternoon options at iconic “petrified waterfall” Hierve El Agua, where we’ve planned plenty of time to soak it all in. Learn about Oaxaca’s renowned local mescal tradition on our way back to the city and, if you wish, a tasting.

Get further off the beaten track and go deeper into Zapotec history at exceptional, yet lesser-visited, archaeological sites in the Tlacolula area: Yagul, Lambityeco, and Dainzu. We’ll also visit the women makers of traditional red pottery at San Marcos Tlapazola. Final itinerary subject to the chance of changing weather or other conditions, with appropriate substitutions.

Return to the Vicente family workshop, which becomes your home base for a low-key day of learning about and exploring the unique customs and craft of Tomas’s Zapotec village. Visit the open air market, then in the afternoon explore the streets, local cathedral, community museums and other weaving workshops on your own or with a guide, as you wish.

The sunset at the Manialtepec Lagoon is a natural spectacle that paints the sky and water in vibrant shades. The experience culminates with the phenomenon of bioluminescence, when the water in the lagoon shines brightly at nightfall. The lagoon is home to microorganisms called dinoflagellates that glow in the dark. When moving the water, the plankton emits a bright blue light, visible when it is already at night. For better observation, the sky should ideally be dark, so avoid full moon nights. The rainy season (May to December) is the best time to appreciate this phenomenon more intensely.

Join us for a day where ancient tombs, sacred trees, timeless textiles, and the spirit of mezcal come together. You'll explore Zapotec traditions, meet master weavers, stand beneath one of the world’s oldest living trees, and taste mezcal at its source. It’s a laid-back, soulful way to discover Oaxaca — guided by those who truly live it..