2 Days Oaxaca visiting Monte Albán, Mitla, Hierve el Agua, Mezcal

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About this activity

Ideal for travelers who want to enjoy the most important touristic attractions from Oaxaca in two days.

Monte Alban and Mitla are the main archaeological sites in Oaxaca, both sites are the most visited by Oaxaca visitors.

With this combo, in two consecutive days you will enjoy following tours:

>> Monte Alban Route to visit the archaeological site, then, the artisan village of Arrazola (handcraft Alebrijes), continue to Exconvent of Culiapam and San Bartolo Coyotepec (black pottery)

>> Mitla Route, visit the Tule Tree, Teotitlan del Valle (wool carpets), Mitla Arqueological site, Hierve el Agua and Mezcal Factory.

There 2 options to operate this tour, either in a shared group (you will be added to a group of tourist around 15 people per group) or you can select the Private Option if you are traveling with family and / or friends. In private you will have the opportunity to extend your visit and take ideal picture without rush.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Circuitos por México

Ages: Children (3–9 years) · Adults (10–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Pickup at your Hotel's Lobby is scheduled between 9:40 AM and 10:00 AM
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Day 1 · Archaeological Site of Monte Alban and Artisan Communities (Alebrijes and Black Pottery)

Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban

2 hours Admission not included

The main Archaeological Site of Oaxaca, Monte Alban, considered Cultural Heritage by the UNESCO, this zone is conformed by a great rectangular square surrounded by palaces, temples, shrines, ball games and tombs.

Please be aware that during pandemic period we might require to wait our turn to entrance the Archaeological site. Waiting time might be as long as 1.5 hours without availability of restroom nor restaurant.
San Antonio Arrazola

one hour

The next stop will be Arrazola, place where the creativity of its artisans is reflected on small pieces of copal wood, creating a fantastic zoology called Alebrijes.
Ex Convento De Cuilapam De Guerrero

45 min Admission not included

Continue your trip to Cuilapam de Guerrero, where you will admire a majestic Dominican convent set of the XVI Century where the main attractions are the Open Chapel, the unconcluded Basilical Church and the imposing Ex-Convent of Cuilapam.

Please be aware that during this pandemic period, the Ex-convent might be closed to tourism entrance, in that case, we can admire this impressive building from outside and have time for pictures.
Dona Rosa Studio

45 min

The last stop of this excursion will be San Bartolo de Coyotepec, where you will fall in love with the pottery pieces of black mud elaborated by the local artisans, creating pieces of extraordinary beauty with unique techniques. At Doña Rosa Studio you will have a demonstration how the Black Pottery is made.

Day 2 · Archaeological Site of Mitla, Hierve el Agua and Mezcal Factory

Tule Tree

45 min Admission not included

The community of Santa Maria el Tule, recognized by hosting "El Arbol del Tule" (Tule Tree) one of the most extraordinary natural beauties of Oaxaca, a giant Sabine of approximately 2000 years old.

Please be aware that during pandemic period, Tule Tree might not be fully available to get closer; in that case, we can admire this amazing tree from the distance 50 to 100 meters away.
Stop 2

50 min

You will continue your trip towards Teotitlan del Valle, a beautiful artisan town developer of wool rugs, created on homemade looms, using for its coloration natural dyes.
Zona Arqueologica de Mitla

1 h 30 min Admission not included

Later you will visit the Sacred City of Mitla, an important ceremony center where the ecclesiastic power of the Zapotec Culture settled, you could admire the harmony between its buildings and the proportion of its backyards highlighted by the extraordinary ornaments represented by frets captured on walls, which make this place unique in Mesoamerica.

Please be aware that during pandemic period we might require to wait our turn to entrance the Archaeological site. Waiting time might be as long as 1.5 hours without availability of restroom nor restaurant.
Hierve el Agua

45 min Admission not included

Hierve el Agua is a petrified waterfall, you will have opportunity to walk around and admire the amazing view of this ecotourist place.
Stop 5

45 min

You will visit a Mezcal Factory where you will test the different Mezcal types are made in Oaxaca. You will enjoy Gusanito (mezcal with Agave bugs) or Reposado (aged mezcal).

After this, you will return to Oaxaca City.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Capital O Oaxaca Guest Hotel
Hotel Castillo de Reyes
Mansion Maria Luxury Guest House
Hotel Angel Inn
La Casona Colorada
Hotel Casa del Sotano
City Express by Marriott Oaxaca
Hotel Casa Divina
Un sueno Valle de Huajes
Hacienda La Noria
Hotel Las Mariposas
Hotel Pasaje

and 118 more pickup points

We pick up at any Hotel at Oaxaca Downtown. Please select your Hotel from the list, if you don't see your hotel, then, please share the Hotel name and address.

If you haven't booked your hotel, don't worry, we will contact you before your tour date, so we can clarify where you will stay.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Shared Group Tour - Thrifty

Ideal for couples : You will be added to one of our Tourist Groups to visit Oaxaca highlights in 2 Days.

Pickup included
Private Tour Family / Friends

Private Small Group Tour: This service is operated in a Private vehicle according your group size accompanied by a Driver and Guide.

Duration: 2 days: Enjoy Oaxaca highlights like Monte Alban, Mitla, artisan houses and more. You will enjoy Oaxaca your way.

Pickup included