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Hierve el Agua and Oaxaca Mezcal and Mole Experience

Oaxaca City, Mexicoby Experiencias Zaxe Kami tours

  • 9 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 11 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

Discover the best of Oaxaca Nature & Food with no rush . The unique petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua and immerse yourself in the rich culinary traditions of Oaxaca on this 9-hour tour. Marvel at the stunning landscapes and enjoy a guided hike to the base of the mountains, where you can relax in natural mineral pools. Delve into the mezcal-making process at a local palenque, guided by a master mezcalero, and savor different varieties of this traditional spirit. Finally, indulge in a tasting of Oaxaca's renowned moles, crafted by a traditional cook. Perfect for food lovers and adventure seekers alike. - 9-hour guided tour from 8 AM to 5 PM - Includes round-trip transportation and a light breakfast - Taste various moles and learn about their intricate preparation - Experience the unique process of mezcal production at a local distillery

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Admission fee
  • Lunch
  • Meals
  • Tips (optional)

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Hierve el Agua

    2.5 hours

    Brief description: One day experience 9 Hour Experience in which you´ll have the chance to enjoy Hierve el Agua waterfalls which are a couple of waterfalls that got petrified and are something unique in Oaxaca and a must see. You´ll also have the chance to see the Mezcal process and you´ll try Mezcal and the most famous moles of Oaxaca with a traditional cook with whom You´ll enjoy some of the best moles in Oaxaca.

  2. 2

    Stop 2

    2 hours

    The last part of the experience is a visit to a traditional cook restaurant where the Seven Moles of Oaxaca will be presented to you for you taste: Moles are complex dishes thick sauces made with a lot of ingredients as Bread, Dry Chilis, almonds, clove etc, which preparation can take hours and which ingredient balance need to be perfect and need a cook with years of Experience to master since there is salty, sweet and spicy notes in the Moles and is really easy to overpower the dish with one flavor. You´ll have the chance to eat the Mole that you´ll like the most from the tasting. after that We´ll return to the city of Oaxaca

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    2.2 hours

    Then We are visiting a Mezcal distillery which is called Palenque where Mezcal is produced and Where you´ll have the chance to interact with a Maestro Mezcalero who is going to Explain you alongside us the process of Mezcal elaboration the variants of Magueys, the incredible amount of work and time to produce a liter of Mezcal and How Mezcal has been part of the locals life. How Mezcal is present in the celebrations: (Wedding, Birthdays. ) health practices, Family gatherings,etc. of the Oaxacan people. The way mezcal is made is a proof of the connection of Oaxacan people to what they produce. It all start from going to the fields

Meeting and pickup

The Guide will be waiting for you with a Pick up sign and a T-shirt of the company at the location From there he will take you to the transportation

Pick up is offered for a minimum of two travelers. Solo travels must come to the pick up destination

End point

The Guide will be waiting for you with a Pick up sign and a T-shirt of the company at the location From there he will take you to the transportation

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Not recommended for travelers sensible to the heat

Cancellation policy

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

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