Tour to Monte Alban, Black Mud, Waist Loom and Alebrijes

5.0 (6 reviews) 9–10 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

We are 100% Oaxacan and take you on a tour to meet and explore Oaxaca in one day, we will have a tour full of culture, history, art and gastronomy. We will visit 5 special places:

The archaeological complex of Monte Albán, we tour the place with a certified guide.
A buffet restaurant with traditional Oaxacan food.

The house of a black clay craftsman in San Bartolo Coyotepec.

The house of a craftswoman of textiles made in hip or waist loom in Santo Tomas Jalieza.
The workshop of a woodcarving craftsman known as alebrijes in San Martín Tilcajete.

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At a glance

Duration: 9–10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Spanish
Operated by: Continental Istmo Tours

Ages: Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Certified guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Entry/entry: Archaeological Area of Monte Albán
Not included: Food and beverages.
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban

2 hours Admission not included

We will visit the archaeological area of Monte Albán, taking a tour in an average time of 1.5 to 2 hours with our certified guide, know the history of this place and enjoy the magic and mysticism of these buildings on the top of the mountain. Carry cash for entrances or access.
Santa Cruz Xoxocotlan

one hour

We will stop for lunch, in a restaurant with a buffet service with traditional Oaxacan foods. Carry cash for food and beverages.
Stop 3

40 min

We visited with our guide, the house-workshop of a master craftsman of black mud pieces and figures to give us a demonstration and discuss the process and history of these beautiful craft figures.
Stop 4

35 min

We visited with our guide, the house - workshop of a craftsman who works a loom known as hip or waist of cotton yarn textiles.
Stop 5

40 min

We visited with our guide, the house-workshop of an artisan carver of wooden figures, today known as alebrijes, there we can see from the process of making these craft figures to the various forms of application that during the innovation process have been achieved

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The office is on Macedonio Alcalá Street or Andador Turístico right in front of the Museum of Contemporary Art of Oaxaca (MACO), between Morelos and Murguía streets. (Macedonio Alcalá 201, Int. 101, Col. Centro).

End point

The office is on Macedonio Alcalá Street or Andador Turístico right in front of the Museum of Contemporary Art of Oaxaca (MACO), between Morelos and Murguía streets. (Macedonio Alcalá 201, Int. 101, Col. Centro).

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The total tour time may vary due to factors such as departures and returns to hotels, transfers between destinations, among others.
Due to the demand during holiday seasons and festivals the number of people in this activity may expand.
The order of the itinerary can be modified by situations outside the company and for the benefit of the user.
If necessary, the tour is conducted in English and Spanish by the same guide.
They are shared tours and seats are reserved. If you require extra space for size or personal items, reserve another space and let us know so we can make an adjustment.
Carry cash for expenses not included.
Not recommended for people with walking problems.