Monte Alban, Mezcal and Traditional Crafts Tour with Guide

Explore Monte Alban, a UNESCO jewel, by touring its Zapotec buildings. In Arrazola, discover the ancient mezcal in clay pots and the mysticism of the alebrijes (tonas and nahuales). Enjoy a traditional buffet with moles and tlayudas (salad options; drinks not included). End in San Bartolo Coyotepec with the unique art of black mud. Punctuality, expert guides and quality transportation!

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   Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban

   2 hours

   Explore the Monte Alban Archaeological Zone, the ancient capital of the Zapotec empire and one of the most impressive sites in Mesoamerica. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 1987, this sacred city stands majestically atop a mountain, offering 360-degree views over the Central Valleys. During our guided tour, we will discover why this site has special protection under the Blue Shield, an international emblem that guarantees its safeguard in case of war conflicts and disasters, underlining its invaluable value to the memory of humanity. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will decipher the history recorded in every building, from the Ball Game to the astronomical wakes, understanding the legacy of a civilization that dominated the Oaxacan skyline for centuries. An educational and in-depth experience at the most important archaeological site in the region Foreign access $210.00MXN Mexican access $105.00MXN

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   San Antonio Arrazola

   2 hours

   Discover Arrazola’s best kept secrets in an experience that awakens the senses and spirit. Our first stop will take you to the origin of the Ancestral Mezcal, a liquid jewel distilled from clay pots. You will know the unique process in Oaxaca of transforming wild agaves of up to 30 years of life into an elixir with pure and complex flavors that only earth and time can grant. We will continue our cultural immersion in a workshop of Alebrijes, the famous carvings of copal wood. Here, you will enter the Zapotec cosmogony to meet the spiritual guides, Tonas and Nahuales. Discover how these mythical figures come to life through expert hands, decorated with sacred symbols and vibrant colors full of energy. A visit that combines craftsmanship with the deepest traditions of our ancient heritage.

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   Cuilapan de Guerrero

   1 hour

   Enjoy an authentic feast in our traditional buffet, a tribute to the emblematic cuisine of the Oaxacan villages. Hand in hand with traditional cooks, you will taste a variety of moles, typical stews, comforting broths and roast meats at the moment, not forgetting the classic tlayudas. With all our visitors in mind, the buffet also offers fresh salad options and vegetable supplements. It is the perfect opportunity to explore the culinary richness of Oaxaca in one place. Note: Drinks are not included in the buffet cost and are payable directly at the property. Buffet $220.00MXN

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   Dona Rosa Studio

   1 hour

   Discover the fascinating world of San Bartolo Coyotepec, the birthplace of a unique craft on the planet. On this visit, you will get to know the ancient tradition of black mud, where the connection with the earth is sacred : only the men of the community have the ancestral permission to extract this special mud from the mountain. You will witness a familiar process full of mastery, where the pieces come to life through traditional techniques such as burnishing (rubbing with quartz for shine), draught (precise geometric cuts) and plating. You will see how simple jars and vessels are transformed into true works of art with that metallic black hue that has brought worldwide fame to Oaxaca. A deep dive into a technique that does not use industrial furnaces or electric lathes, preserving the soul of pre-Hispanic pottery.

• Wheelchair accessible
• 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

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