Top Oaxaca Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Discover the lush nature reserve of Huatulco on this full-day boat tour. Departing from the pier, you will explore the bays of the region. Spend the day swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing at various beaches and waterways. Rent snorkel gear to get an up-close look at local wildlife, and enjoy snacks and drinks on board.

A complete tour, where you can get to know nature, history and culture, you can interact with the inhabitants and know some customs and traditions as well as its magnificent gastronomy. In addition to a personalized service and trained guides that will give you all the attention from the moment you arrive.

If you’re short on time in Huatulco, don’t just settle for seeing one or two of the coastal gem’s bays. Instead, check off seven seaside spots on one convenient boat tour, which showcases bays and beaches in and around Huatulco National Park. Enjoy the ocean breeze as you travel by boat, so that you can cover much more than if driving.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the five bays of Huatulco on this private half-day tour. You’ll have the chance to relax in the sun, snorkel, and swim at two of the bays, and enjoy drinks on board the boat. Plus time will be allotted for lunch (not included in the price) at a fisherman’s village.

Make the most of your time at shore when you embark on a sightseeing tour of Huatulco with a focus on the local culture. Visit the area’s most historical sights, such as the La Crucecita catholic church at Cda. Zapotillo, take a drive along the coast, and shop for souvenirs at a local market. You also have the opportunity to sample the regional cuisine at a local restaurant (at your own expense).

Take the opportunity to spot whales, dolphins, rays, and more in their natural habitat off the coast of Oaxaca during this half-day, small-group boat ride. A multilingual guide will be on hand to provide insight, while the captain navigates to the best spots for sightings and even swimming that many travelers miss.

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.

Puerto Escondido’s beaches might look stunning in the sunshine, but they appear even better after dark when they’re illuminated by bioluminescent plankton. This evening tour takes you to one of the prime places to spot the underwater phenomenon, and includes round-trip rides from your accommodation so you don’t have to worry about traveling after dark.

Come with us! We want to share our passion for marine experiences with you in this real adventure. See dolphins in their natural habitat! this activity has become very popular lately, that means more boats looking for dolphins, and WE WANT YOU TO EXPERIENCE THE FREEDOM OF NATURE SO WE WILL LOOK FOR SCHOOL OF DOLPHINS WHERE NOT SOO MANY BOATS SO YOU CAN ENJOY THE TRIP!!

As a team we try to create journeys that are worth investing your time and confidence. We try to do our best to get out of the same schedules that our fellow colleagues offer this tour is whole afternoon experience that show us all the beautiful unique things mother nature has to offer the bioluminescence in Chacahua is voted as the best place to see it in Mexico. And the colors the sky paints during the sunset is just something else. We appreciate your preferences and will give our full effort to make sure your Journey is special!

You will not only visit an archaeological area, you will live a trip to the past. You won’t have to worry about large groups or rushes – you can tour Monte Albán at your own pace, stop at the points that interest you the most and solve all your doubts. In addition to history and archaeology, we will share legends, curiosities and the cultural importance this site still has for local communities.

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.

Venture beyond Oaxaca city to see nature, history, and culture on a full-day, small-group tour of Hierve el Agua, Mitla, a weaving and mezcal-making village, and the ancient Tule Tree. By visiting Hierve el Agua first thing, this tour makes the most of uncrowded morning hours—and leaves plenty of time for discovering ancient ruins, an included lunch of Oaxacan cuisine, and visits to a weaving workshop and mezcal factory.

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!

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.

Explore Puerto Escondido with this small group guided kayak adventure and get a great feel for the natural beauty of the area. You’ll keep costs down by booking this small group tour, and maybe make a few new friends, too. Your kayak and guide are included in the fee, so you just need to show up ready for an adventure.

We will visit the native people of the artisan villages in their homes, where they have their artisan workshops and will explain in detail the entire process they create. You will also have free tastings of the products. Upon boarding the unit, you will begin to enjoy the professional services of the agency Turisteando in Oaxaca. You will have trained guides with information about the tour, you will get to know the most emblematic places of Oaxaca, and you will also try the typical food of Oaxaca, as well as its traditions and customs. You will visit more than 3 towns in a single day.

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.

This is the PERFECT way to visit Hierve el Agua. We will be there before the crowds, and you can walk through the waterfalls, swim and relax. NO unnecessary stops.

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.