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Our transfer service from Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido stands out for its comfort, safety, punctuality, personalized service, flexibility, local experience and competitive prices. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and customized trip for our clients, with trained drivers, friendly customer service and transparent rates.
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Private Transfer Oaxaca City to Puerto Escondido or vice versa
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Reliable and convenient transportation to and from the Pickup location. Our professional drivers ensure a smooth journey, providing a stress-free experience for travelers. On-time pickups and drop-offs, comfortable vehicles, and excellent customer service make our airport transfer service the perfect choice for your travel needs. Available 24/7. - 24/7 customer service provides escort for your travel. - Air conditioned vehicle provides you with a suitable temperature in your journey. - Professional drivers will take you to your destination directly while avoiding traffic jams. - Customized services bring you more unique experiences.
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Oaxaca Airport (OAX) Private Transfer to Oaxaca City
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I am originally from the Zoque ethnic group of the Isthmus Region, belonging to the state of Oaxaca, I come from a chocolate family by tradition, where I will be able to share my experience and knowledge that I have acquired over the years, giving rise to cocoa, you will be able to taste how cocoa It transforms its flavor according to its elaboration.
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Cacao, Chocolate Experience in Oaxaca for Small Groups
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Enjoy a private, comfortable and reliable transfer between your accommodation in Oaxaca and Oaxaca International Airport. Unlike ride-sharing services, this transfer is exclusive to you and your group, with no waiting for other passengers or additional stops. The team offers personalized attention, punctuality and local knowledge to make your departure from Oaxaca easy and worry-free. Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the peace of mind of having a professional driver take you directly to the airport. Private door to door service. - Pick up from hotels, Airbnb and accommodation within the service area. - Direct transfer to Oaxaca International Airport (OAX). Experienced local drivers. - Personalized attention before and during the service.
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Private Transfer from Hotel to Oaxaca Airport
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If you are in Oaxaca you have to try and get to know Mezcal! Our multisensory experience is the most complete in the city, since you will try at least 6 mezcals, you will learn stories, new friends in the city and at the end of the session you will be able to become a Mixologist and prepare your own Mezcal Cocktail! In this experience you can taste artisanal or ancestral mezcals of excellent quality. Let us guide you through the flavors and aromas of mezcal. Meet our team and receive the best recommendations for the city and its surroundings.
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The Best Mezcal Tasting & Cocktails in Oaxaca
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On this tour you will live a complete experience: marvel at the natural landscapes of Hierve el Agua, a geological jewel that looks like a petrified waterfall; explore the archaeological areas of Mitla, loaded with Zapotec history and symbolism; visit Teotitlán del Valle, a charming artisan village famous for its hand-woven mats with natural dyes; and admire the majestic Tree of Tule, one of the oldest and largest trees in the world. In addition, you will learn about local traditions, taste authentic Oaxacan mezcal and enjoy delicious traditional cuisine. A day full of colors, history, flavors and emotions that will leave you with a full heart and unforgettable memories.
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Oaxaca : Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Teotitlan and Árbol del Tule
10 to 12 hours
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Discover Oaxaca by bike on an tour (All inclusive: Bikes, breakfast, insurance) and a group of 6 riders and professional-certified guides, the most iconic villages in Oaxaca Central valleys while riding through ancient ruins, Teotitlán del Valle and the Tule tree on perfect intermediate gravel trails and a total distance of 60km (40miles) exploring the oaxacan country side and its beautiful landscapes
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Oaxaca gravel tour: The great loop of Oaxaca central valleys
5 to 6 hours
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Explore Oaxaca’s pottery, textiles, and other artisanal goods on this half-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit three towns famous for their crafts—San Bartolo Coyotepec, Santo Tomás Jalieza, and San Martin Tilcajete. Led by an informative local guide, you’ll find the best spots for exquisite black pottery, embroidered belts, shawls, and handbags, and gorgeous alebrijes, the colorful wood sculptures carved from the copal tree.
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Ruta mágica de las artesanías
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Existe en Oaxaca una experiencia exclusiva en la única destilería de mezcal con certificación 100% sustentable. Con mezcales galardonados internacionalmente, con producción sin uso de animales, reuso total de agua y aprovechamiento completo de residuos. Vive una experiencia VIP en la degustación de 5 mezcales Premium en compañía de maestro mezcalero, con la herencia mística de Monte Albán y la sabiduría ancestral que se transmite de generación en generación. Un viaje seguro, inolvidable y acompañado de expertos certificados en el Registro Nacional de Turismo.
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Sustainable Mezcal Tour at an Award Winning Family Distillery
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Discover the culinary essence of Oaxaca and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience by taking our traditional mole making class. Through an exciting tour of the local market and an immersion in the culinary culture of this Mexican region, you will have the opportunity to not only learn how to prepare the emblematic Oaxacan mole, but also to understand its deep cultural meaning and its importance in identity. gastronomic of Mexico. From the careful selection of fresh, authentic ingredients to the tasting of unique flavors, this class will allow you to appreciate the richness of traditional Mexican cuisine. Immerse yourself in a unique culinary adventure that awakens all the senses and carries with it the authentic spirit of Oaxaca. Through our mole making class, you will not only learn about the complexity of flavors and cooking techniques, but also the history and culture embedded in each bite. Minimum 1 maximum 12 people. We do not use products of animal or illegal origin.
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Prepare an Oaxacan Mole by a Traditional Cook
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Join us for an unforgettable Street Art Tour in Oaxaca with a local artist and explore the city's most iconic murals and street art. This guided tour will lead you through Oaxaca's vibrant streets, showcasing stunning artworks that tell the story of the city’s cultural and artistic heritage. Learn about the distinctive techniques and historical context of Oaxacan street art, and capture memorable photos with your favorite pieces. Be prepared forn engaging and informative walk through Oaxaca’s artistic landscape!
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Street Art Tour With An Artist in Oaxaca
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Experience a Day of the Dead night in Oaxaca with a group tour of the cemeteries of Tlalixtac and San Felipe. The experience starts at 7 pm heading to Tlalixtac, where our certified guide will explain the meaning of this tradition. Afterward, you will have an hour free to tour the pantheon and appreciate flowers, candles, and decorations. At 8:30 pm we will continue towards San Felipe. There you can tour the pantheon, observe different styles of tombs and headstones, and learn another way of living this celebration. You will also have free time to have dinner on your own. During the tour we included candle, marigold flower, borla, and mezcal. Return to hotels around 11:45 p.m. Includes: transportation, travel insurance, certified guide, candle, flowers, and mezcal. Does not include: food, additional drinks, or personal expenses. IMPORTANT: Group tour, not private. It is only done on November 2nd. We request that respect be maintained for families and their traditions.
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Oaxaca Pantheons: Tlalixtac and San Felipe
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Bursting with culture and cuisine, Oaxaca is a Mexican city you’ll want to make the most of. This private and personalized tour helps you maximize your time by focusing on attractions that interest you—whether colorful street art in Jalatlaco and Xochimilco or street food stalls in Oaxaca’s markets. Flexible durations and hotel pickup add convenience to your authentic exploration.
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Private Custom Tour in Oaxaca with Local Guide
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The photo shoot begins in the charming Xochimilco neighborhood, where you’ll feel at ease as we capture memorable moments from your trip. We will explore the city’s aqueduct and the colorful Oaxacan facades, perfect for your social networks. Wear changes of clothes to make the most of every place we visit. A highlight will be the photo in the Church of Santo Domingo de Guzman, ensuring a spectacular postcard. We’ll pause for coffee and take more photos with your cell phone, including the beautiful theater of the city. We will close with a feast of traditional food and you will receive 15 edited photos and 30 in total, ready to share.
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Amazing Photo Shoot in Oaxaca
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This adventure begins in the historic center of the city, where we will have our meeting point and pick you up in one of our units. For our first experience, we will head to Santiago Matatlan, the Mezcal Capital of the World. Here, you will be part of the process of making mezcal. You will cut agave, taste cooked maguey, pack your own bottle and get to know our ripened mezcal cava. But the most amazing thing hardly comes, and it is our tasting of more than 12 different Mezcales. Any of you like it? We can try it again. And finally, we will visit the maguey fields where we will discover why it is such a noble plant. You take care of enjoying and taking photographs, that teach you and have fun we will take care of.
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Distillery Tour and Agave Fields by Mal de Amor Mezcal
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What sets our tours apart is our commitment to authentic, educational, and immersive mezcal experiences. We work with small groups and certified tourist guides accredited under Mexico’s NOM-08-TUR-2002 standard. The Ancestral Mezcal Distillery Experience is a unique journey into the heart of Oaxaca's mezcal culture, with Mesoamerican roots. All our guides ar locals. You will • Visit a small, family-owned ancestral mezcal palenque near Oaxaca City • Learn about the ancestral mezcal production process step by step • Taste a selection of distinctive ancestral mezcals • Experience mezcal served in a traditional handmade vessel • Discover the history and cultural roots of mezcal in Oaxaca • Learn about different agave varieties and their unique characteristics • Explore the cultural significance within local communities This is more than a mezcal tasting, it's an opportunity to understand the traditions, knowledge, and cultural heritage behind every sip.
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Ancestral Mezcal Tour Journey: A Mesoamerican Heritage
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Explore Monte Albán, a pre-Columbian archaeological site in Oaxaca, on this all-day guided tour. The ruins offer a glimpse into Zapotec and Mixtec culture. Also, visit an alebrije workshop to watch artisans carve and paint Mexican folk art sculptures and stop to see black clay ceramic pottery being produced. Plus, enjoy a buffet of traditional Oaxaca food (not included in the price). Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.
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Tour Monte Albán "clasico"
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Forget about long lines at the airport to take a taxi, with our private transfer service that has authorized access to the airport, your trip begins safely and stress-free. Book your private transfer and enjoy a unique experience from the first moment. Our new and modern vehicles have air conditioning and seat belts for total comfort and safety. In addition, with traveler's insurance and professional drivers, your trip will be calm and worry-free. Book now and start your adventure in Oaxaca with the best private transfer service!
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Private Arrival Transportation from Oaxaca Airport to Hotel
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Discover the vibrant culinary scene of Oaxaca on this authentic food tour that takes you through the city's most iconic markets: Central de Abastos, Benito Juárez, and 20 de Noviembre. Over four hours, sample more than 20 traditional Oaxacan foods, including handmade tamales, ancestral beverages, and unique regional specialties. Led by knowledgeable local guides, this immersive experience offers deeper insights into Oaxaca's rich food culture and traditions. Perfect for food enthusiasts and cultural explorers, this tour provides an insider's view of daily life in Oaxaca, away from tourist traps. - Visit three of Oaxaca's most famous markets - Taste over 20 traditional Oaxacan dishes and drinks - Led by expert local women guides for authentic insights - Limited to 12 participants for an intimate experience
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Oaxaca Food Tour in the most iconic markets
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Ideal for travelers short on time, this tour visits four attractions outside of Oaxaca de Juárez, in a full day of sightseeing. After morning pickup, head to the Monte Albán archaeological zone—one of the most significant archeological sites in the Oaxaca Valley. After spending roughly two hours exploring the site, visit Cuilapan de Guerrero, Arrazola, and San Bartolo Coyotepec, where artisans create elaborate objects from black clay.
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Monte Alban & artisan house workshop in Arrazola and Coyotepec
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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.
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Monte Alban and Atzompa half day archaeological tour
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Discover the magic of chocolate in this unique experience! This is the shortest version of our experiences: in approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, you can taste up to 10 tastes and understand the process of making traditional Oaxacan chocolate and artisan chocolate. This experience is ideal if you don’t have much time or are more focused on knowing the cultural aspects of Oaxacan artisan chocolate. Your visit will be interesting and fun. We will introduce you to the basic information to understand the world of cocoa and chocolate, and in addition to the tests: – 100% Pure Cocoa – Bitter chocolate – Semi-bitter chocolate – Traditional chocolate – and other ingredients You can taste 1 to 2 drinks of your choice and learn how to prepare them at home in the traditional Oaxacan way.
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Oaxaca : Visit of Chocolate and Ancestral Drinks
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Discover the essence of Oaxaca on a complete route that brings together nature, history, Zapotec culture, artisan traditions and mezcal in one day. Visit emblematic places such as the tule tree, Teotitlán del valle, Hierve el Agua and the archaeological area of Mitla and get to know the artisan process of making mezcal. More than touring different places, this experience seeks to bring you closer to the cultural richness of Oaxacan communities, their histories, craft techniques and knowledge passed down from generation to generation.
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Hierve el Agua Private Tour with Mitla Tule Teotitlan and Mezcal
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Immerse yourself in the dark stories of Oaxaca with a night walk that reveals urban myths and legends. Guided by local storytellers, you will enjoy intriguing tales about La Llorona and other spirits as you tour the historic center. The experience includes dinner at a famous street food stand, highlighted on a Netflix show. Ideal for those looking for a cultural and gastronomic touch on their trip. The activity lasts approximately 2 hours, suitable for all skill levels and offered in Spanish and English. - Meet at Socrates Garden to begin the adventure - Listen to captivating stories about local legends - Dinner in a street stall renowned for its quality - Availability of tours from Monday to Sunday at varied times
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Night Walk of Urban Legends ghosts and Dinner in Oaxaca
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Tule Tree (Arbol del Tule)
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