Top Oaxaca Day Trips - page 6

Discover the best of the Oaxacan coast in a day full of adventure, nature and unforgettable moments. Join our exclusive tour and live a unique experience! We will start in the morning from Huatulco, traveling to Playa Estacahuite, where you can swim in its crystal clear waters or snorkel in its quiet bays. Afterwards, we head to Zipolite’s famous nude beach, perfect for a quick visit and an iconic photo in its colorful letters. We explore the charming magical village of Mazunte, where you can stroll through its local shops and cafes. We close with a hike to Punta Cometa, where you will marvel at one of the most spectacular sunsets on the coast. This tour is perfect for lovers of nature, adventure and tranquility!

We will go to your hotel in Oaxaca to pick you up to start our journey to one of the most conserved biodiversities in the State. In Ixtlán de Juárez we visit the glass viewpoint, from where you can see the impressive forested landscapes of the Sierra Norte. In Guelatao de Juárez we visit the Enchanted Lagoon, the museum that shows the work of Juárez and the replica of the house of Benito Juárez. In Capulálpam de Méndez, the first magical town of Oaxaca, we walked through the quiet streets admiring its beautiful adobe and quarry architecture where the colonial temple of San Mateo and the history of its golden altarpieces stand out. In the same way, we visit the Center for Traditional Indigenous Medicine and the viewpoint of La Cruz. Activities with an additional cost: · Relaxing massage · Clean Temazcal · Walks along the trails Zip line

You will get your money's worth going booking this tour. With over 20 years offering tours around Oaxaca, we have created this 4 in 1 tour that will give our guests a complete culture and nature experience. We have friendly, professional, bi-lingual drivers and guides that will ensure your tour will be a success and a lasting happy memory.

Book this tour to learn about some of the handicrafts that Oaxacans are known for, carefully made in villages outside of the big town. Your transport from Oacaca is provided, so you don’t need to organize that separately. Visit three different villages, Monte Alban, San Martin Tilcajete, and San Bartolo.

Explore the stunning Sierra Norte region of Oaxaca on this full-day hiking tour. Discover the indigenous village of Cuajimoloyas, situated at 3,150 meters above sea level, and enjoy breathtaking mountain views. Start your day with a hearty breakfast before trekking through lush cloud forests adorned with local flora, including giant agaves and wildflowers. The 8 km hike features scenic trails in a pine forest, impressive rock walls, view points, and optional activities like crossing a long suspension bridge. Conclude your adventure with a delicious lunch featuring authentic mountain cuisine. -Tour Duration: 9 hours - Guided in both English and Spanish with a bilingual professional guide. - Small group - Moderate difficulty suitable for ages 16 and up - Skill level: Intermediate - Breakfast and lunch provided - Hiking poles available - Transportation included

Explore Coyoacán at your own pace with this fun and affordable self-guided audio tour. Perfect for independent travelers, this fun and affordable option is an excellent introduction to one of Mexico City’s most storied neighborhoods. Pick up your headset, audio player and map and listen to an informative narration while strolling along the atmospheric streets of this charming and historic area.

Enjoy the stunning beauty of Santo Domingo Tomaltepec lake, bike through an ancient village, and behold the greatness of EL TULE; the widest TREE in the world. We'll guide you along this awesome 32 km BIKE RIDE through the perfect mix of CROSS COUNTRY trails and paths. Don't miss out on this great biking adventure! SEE DETAILED ITINERARY BELOW

Monte Albán is one of the attractions in Oaxaca with more historical and cultural richness, on this tour you can walk through these impressive ruins. After an uplifting walk through the ruins we will visit an alebrijes workshop hidden in the legendary village of San Martín Tilcajete, known for its sculptures of fantastic animals made of wood with hand-painted textures. If you visit Oaxaca, you have to live this experience! This tour does not include a guide in Monte Albán, you can visit this archaeological area at your own pace without the need to have a guide. The second spot is a workshop where you will find the process of the alebrijes, crafts with great cultural value, you can see the evolution of them and see a great variety of these sculptural pieces.

This tour to Hierve el Agua and Teotitlán del Valle offers an authentic and deeply connected experience with nature and Oaxacan culture. Unlike conventional tours, the excursion is designed to avoid crowds, allowing you to calmly enjoy the spectacular petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, swim in their natural pools and take pictures in the best panoramic spots. More than just visiting, you will live a moment of tranquility in one of the most iconic landscapes in Mexico. The experience continues in Teotitlán del Valle, a Zapotec town famous for its textile art. Here you will not only observe, but you will have a close encounter with a family of local artisans who will open the doors of their home. You will learn about its ancestral process of pedal loom weaving, the elaboration of natural dyes and the cultural significance behind each design. It is a unique opportunity to connect with the living tradition of Oaxaca. Visit with local

● Enjoying the beauty of Mexico's Pacific coast with fellow Canadians ● Experiencing the exotic and diverse wildlife that the region has to offer ● Swimming in crystal-clear waters ● Gaining access to hidden natural treasures

We will pick you up at the hotel where you are staying in Oaxaca, beginning our visit to the famous El Tule tree, the thousand-year-old ahuehuete, the widest tree in the world, weighing 509 tons. We will go to Teotitlán del Valle, a Zapotec town of weavers who use ancestral techniques to make and paint their rugs, shaping their own designs. We will visit the archaeological zone of Mitla, a city that achieved the evolution of Zapotec architecture. Its name means "place of the dead". The extraordinary decoration in fretwork on its walls stands out. Mitla is now one of the 6 magical towns of Oaxaca. We will visit the spectacular petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, one 30 m high and the other 12 m high, formed by carbonated water that falls from springs located in the upper part of the rocks. Our last one will be a Mezcal factory where we will learn about the process of this drink, and we will enjoy a tasting of the different flavors.

The tour offers you 7 hours of fun, sailing through the waters of the Mexican Pacific. During this time you and your companions will be able to enjoy the natural attractions of the Oaxacan coast; We will visit the lighthouse, the rock formation known as the stone face, we will visit Cacaluta Bay, Maguey Bay, La Entrega beach and we will sail through Chahue Bay, Órgano Bay and Santa Cruz Beach. During the tour, you can snorkel, sunbathe, and/or swim, as well as pamper your palate with fresh seafood and the seasoning of the Huatulqueñas lands.

This private journey is crafted for you, with a guide who leads only your group through mountains, springs, and villages. You travel into the mountains where the air feels crisp. The road winds through valleys dotted with agave fields. At Hierve el Agua you step onto stone cliffs that look like frozen waterfalls. Cool mineral water flows into natural pools where you can dip your feet. The sound of the breeze mixes with the laughter of local families. Your licensed guide shares stories of Zapotec canals carved into the rock. You walk along trails where every step reveals a new angle of the Sierra. In Teotitlán del Valle you touch soft wool as artisans weave by hand. The scent of natural dyes lingers in the air. The tour ends with a lasting image of ancient trees and mountain springs.

Explore Oaxaca’s rich heritage with the Encanto Zapoteca tour, which includes visits to the ancient ruins of Monte Albán and the charming town of Cuilápam de Guerrero. Discover the art of mezcal production with a tasting session and admire the vibrant jams created by local artisans. This full-day tour includes transportation, an expert guide and safe travel to enjoy a carefree adventure. Immerse yourself in the culture and history of Oaxaca while enjoying breathtaking scenery and craftsmanship on this knowledgeable journey. - Full day tour from 9:00 to 18:00, available daily. Visit Monte Albán, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Cuilápam de Guerrero. - Enjoy a mezcal tasting and contemplate the colorful alebrijes. - Includes transportation, guide services and travel insurance.

Visit the traditional Mexican town of Santa Maria Colotepec and cycle to the surrounding villages for a taste of local life on this active tour. Spend some time exploring Santa Maria Colotepec and visit the 16th-century church before hopping on your bike and cycling along the Colotepec River. Stop at villages like Piedras Negras and Las Carretas, learn about rural life and culture, and perhaps cool off with a swim in the river.

Return to the Vicente family workshop, which becomes your home base for a low-key day of learning about and exploring the unique customs and craft of Tomas’s Zapotec village. Visit the open air market, then in the afternoon explore the streets, local cathedral, community museums and other weaving workshops on your own or with a guide, as you wish.

This is an immersive tour that provides knowledge about the history, tradition, science and culture of agave and mezcal production. All facilities and mezcals are designed and made in the artisanal tradition and are of the highest quality. Depending on the season and availability/production schedules of our various collaborators, experiences may be slightly different from tour to tour, but will always maximize what the region has to offer given the time of year.

Explore Monte Albán, Ex-Hacienda Histórico and Atzompa : Cultural Tour with Certified Bilingual Guide. Detailed Itinerary 1.Guided tour of Monte Alban Explore one of the most impressive archaeological areas in Mesoamerica. Together with our certified guide, you will tour this UNESCO World Heritage site, where you will discover pyramids, squares, tombs and astronomical observatories of the ancient Zapotec civilization. 3. Stop at the Ex-Hacienda de San José Hidalgo We will travel to an ex-hacienda with a rich colonial past. 4. Village of Atzompa – Traditional ceramics. We close the day in the picturesque village of Atzompa, renowned for its pottery heritage. We will visit workshops where local artisans will show us traditional ceramic techniques, a practice inherited for generations. Full tour with certified bilingual guide (SECTUR)

A busy day exploring the region’s unique and most treasured assets, beginning with a short stop at the magnificent Tule Tree. Next up is a guided tour of ancient Mitla, and enjoying the busy market at the gates of the archeological site, good for food and crafts. Additional hiking, swimming and food are afternoon options at iconic “petrified waterfall” Hierve El Agua, where we’ve planned plenty of time to soak it all in. Learn about Oaxaca’s renowned local mescal tradition on our way back to the city and, if you wish, a tasting.

● Learning about the nature and environment of the area as you ride down the river ● Seeing birds and other wildlife ● Enjoying an authentic lunch ● Convenient bus transport back to your hotel ● Family-friendly experience

Discover the creatures of Mexico when you take this tour to see crocodiles, turtles, and more. With a private guide, travel from Huatulco to Ventanilla for a boat ride on the lagoon to an island that’s home to iguanas, crocodiles, spider monkeys, and more. Then, head to an aquarium in Mazunte where you can observe turtles.

What makes this tour special is the unique opportunity to enjoy a hike in nature while supporting a noble cause. In collaboration with Caravana Canina, this tour not only takes you to explore the beautiful landscapes of Ixtepeji, a Zapotec village in the Sierra Norte, but also allows rescued dogs to participate in a socialization and training process. During the tour, dogs, who are in the process of recovering from past traumas, will enjoy the natural environment and interaction with participants. In addition, you can get up close and personal with the efforts of the local community in environmental conservation and ecotourism. In the end, you will enjoy traditional food from the Sierra Norte, contributing with your participation to the mission of helping dogs in street situations. An experience that combines nature, culture and solidarity.

There are layers of history in Oaxaca, and one of the most important sites is Monte Alban, capital of the Zapotecos. This hassle-free, private tour makes it possible to visit Monte Alban, also one of the first cities in Mesoamerica, where you can let your certified Zapoteco guide take care of all the logistics. Note that admission fees are extra, so you can choose which places you’d like to explore.

Wanderlust Oaxaca adapts to the needs and interests of each person ensuring a unique and personalized experience. The flexibility and convenience of private tours allow customers to choose their own schedule and pace, giving them the freedom to enjoy the experience without haste. As local guides we have connections with the local community and offer access to places and experiences that are not available to ordinary tourists.