All Oaxaca Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Transfer Huatulco Airport to Huatulco Hotels

25 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

This Huatulco Day of the Dead Experience is a great pick for those looking to learn about the importance and tradition of Day of the Dead in Mexican culture, while visiting the country. A guide explains the day and its traditions to you as you visit a cemetery in Santa Maria Huatulco. Plus, you can also leave flowers for someone who may have been forgotten over time with provided flowers.

Day Of The Dead Huatulco HT

Private Tour Seven Bays, Huatulco HT

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

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

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

8 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

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Hierve el Agua HALF DAY trip.

6 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

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

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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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

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

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Hotel to the Airport in Oaxaca without row, secure and private

30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore the breathtaking bays of Huatulco on a tour where you'll have the opportunity to spot dolphins, turtles, and witness the seasonal migration of whales. Along the way, we'll pass by the impressive "Bufadero" blowhole, one of the largest known, and visit the stunning Cacaluta Bay, which has been featured in movies and television commercials. Additionally, we'll stop by the beautiful beaches of La India for snorkeling and El Maguey. While at El Maguey, be sure to try the famous pineapple stuffed with seafood dish at the restaurant. We have a special schedule for people coming on a cruise ship.

Exclusive 7 bays of Huatulco by Panga Boat or Yacht.

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

5 Hours Guided Day of The Dead Evening Walking 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

Huatulco: Private Transfer Airport - Hotels

31 minutesFree Cancellation

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 stunning Sierra Norte de Oaxaca on an unforgettable hiking trail through Mexico’s most beautiful forests. Immerse yourself in the lush vegetation and enjoy spectacular scenery of the mountain range that runs through the beautiful State of Oaxaca as you walk an easy and safe route for three hours among gigantic pine-oak trees and thousands of years old mesophile forests with incredible wildlife and flora. This tour offers a quick and perfect getaway to nature, ideal for people with a basic fitness level looking for a refreshing outdoor adventure. - Total tour duration: 5 hours, with 3 hours of hiking. Explore the most beautiful and impressive forests and viewpoints in the Sierra Norte de Oaxaca. - Ideal for small groups. - Includes entrance to the park and local guide who speaks English and Spanish.

Hiking in Sierra Norte the most spectacular trails in Oaxaca

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Learn about Mexican culture and arts while having fun and expressing your creativing with this activity. You'll visit the village of Arrazola and meet a family of artisans who have been making alebrije folk art sculptures for decades. Learn about the carving and painting process, then get the chance to paint your own animal figurine. Keep your creation as a souvenir to remember your time in Mexico.

Paint your Alebrije with the Jimenez family.

Hierve el Agua and Mitla Mezcal Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Traditional Oaxaqueña Cooking with Grandma's Recipes

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Airport to Hotel in Oaxaca with local assistance and tips Private

30 minutesFree Cancellation

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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

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What are people saying about Oaxaca

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

Peter_B, Oct 2026

We traveled around 20% of...

We traveled around 20% of Oaxaca and had a wonderful time seeing the sights with Kevin and Angel! We fortunately saw the tule tree during a festival in which we got to touch the tree, which was cool. Definitely recommend the tour!! The buffet was good too!

Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour

Linda_S, Oct 2026

Monte Alban ruins

Bring water, wear sturdy shoes and bring a hat. It can be quite hot although we had comfortable weather. There is a ruin you can climb up on to see an amazing view but it’s steep and uneven. There’s a rail on one side which can provide some security. This is an incredible site but you need a guide to explain the history. I suggest visiting the museum of cultural events at the temple de Santo Domingo in Oaxaca either before or after because of the discovery of tomb #7 which was filled with incredible artifacts. Our guide, Miguel, was very knowledgeable and informative. Answered all our questions and some. Great tour experience.

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.

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

JorgeCarlos_S, Oct 2026

Great tour option for Hierve el Agua and Mitla

Great option for taking this tour!! We were interested in going early to Hierve el Agua and this one offered that option. Guide Pavel and the driver Daniel were very amicable and knowledgeable. Pavel even showed a lot of photos in the van to complement the great onsite explanations. Length of tour is ok for the sites visited and the number of visitors is good too. Price is very good for the value that you get. Hierve el agua and Mitla are a most, and El Tule and the Mezcal distillery are very interesting as well.

AUTHENTIC OAXACA CULTURAL FOOD TOUR, eat like a local.

Yuna_W, Oct 2026

Best food tour, must do experience

Amazing food tour led by Eli. Learned about so many different foods but also culture and history of Oaxaca. My friends and I are big foodies and very knowledgeable about a lot of different foods and yet Eli showed us things we had never even heard of, and took us to spots we would have never found on our own. Food itself was of course amazing. Great pacing, you walk 10k steps but there are breaks to sit and eat. Tour takes about 6h but we could’ve kept going til dinner! My friend wanted to mention she especially loved the fruit tasting. They are super prepared and have hand sanitizer and wipes for everyone so you are comfortable and clean. We did it on our first day in Oaxaca which I highly recommend bc it helped us get situated in the city, learn about history and culture, see some major areas, and know what food to look for for the rest of our trip.

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!

Monte Alban, Ancestral Mezcal, Alebrijes and Black Mud Tour

Martha_M, Aug 2026

Montel Alban, Mezcal and more

This service was à la carte all the way through but was reasonable for what we saw and did. Jorge was a very good tour guide, and Jose did a great job driving. Jorge was very personable and engaging and that helped provide a very positive experience throughout the time we spent together. He engaged everyone in the group, remembered our names, and shared some personal experiences of his own. The only criticism I have is about the website. It said water would be provided, but Jorge was unaware of this piece of information and we only had the little bit of water we brought or would have to buy some