Monte Alban: Discover Oaxaca's Historic and Gastronomic Charm in a Full-Day Guided Tour

Immerse yourself in the rich culture, history, art, and gastronomy of Oaxaca on a full-day guided tour. Explore the stunning Archaeological Zone of Monte Albán, visit wood carving and loom workshops, and indulge in traditional local cuisine.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Zona Arqueológica de Monte Albán - Explore the archaeological site of Monte Albán with a certified guide, taking a tour that lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Discover the rich history and experience the enchanting and mystical atmosphere of these mountaintop structures.
  • Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán - Enjoy a lunch break at a restaurant offering a…
What's Included
  • Certified guide for expert-led explorations.
  • Comprehensive safety and hygiene measures.
  • Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning.
  • Convenient hotel or home pickup and drop-off within designated areas.
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Explore the vibrant culture, rich history, captivating art, and exquisite gastronomy of Oaxaca. Join a professional team on a tour of five remarkable locations in Oaxaca. Begin with the stunning archaeological site of Monte Alban, where a certified guide will lead a 2-hour hike. Next, visit the house and workshop of a wood carving artisan, known for…

Location
C. Macedonio Alcalá 201
Calle Macedonio Alcalá
The office is on Macedonio Alcalá street or Andador Turístico right in front of the Museum of Contemporary Art of Oaxaca (MACO), between the streets of Morelos and Murguía.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Elna_y
Nov 21, 2024
Perfect in every way - This was an excellent way to spend the day while in Oaxaca: Easy to arrange, knowledgeable and personable guides, on time performance. Overall, an experience combining education and pleasure.
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Tomwl2669wh
Nov 20, 2024
Worth every peso!! - The guides were great. Very knowledgeable. They gave us time to explore on our own. Lunch was great. And the chance to experience the talents of 3 different local artisans was really incredible
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Relax262660
Nov 18, 2024
On time, Welcoming and Great guidance around sites and locations on this tour - Guide communicated awesomely about pick up time and location. The driving was smooth all the way. We felt clear about every step and how long we had at each stop. We received engaging explanations and stories about the sites and stops we had along the way. Guide was welcoming of any questions and frequently checked in with the group to ask if any more questions came up.
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Fellowtraveler813309
Nov 17, 2024
Monte Albán Comes to Life - The guide clearly described the chronology of Monte Albán and engaged with us about why the site was abandoned long before Europeans arrived.
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Nelson_o
Nov 10, 2024
Monte Alban is a must when in Oaxaca - The visit to Monte Alban and the explanation given was great. To be able to walk in the ruins was one of my life highlights. The visit for lunch was good, very good food selections and very tasty. The alebrije work shop was very fun and educational, interesting how much work is out into all pieces.
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Azzeneth_m
Nov 8, 2024
Our guide was amazing!... - Our guide was amazing! Extremely knowledgeable and his English was excellent. He taught me a lot about Zapotec culture and customs.
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Brit202
Nov 1, 2024
Trip not complete without this tour! - This was a great tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and spoke about important indigenous and local history. He showed us local artisans and highlighted their work. Make sure you have a hat, sunscreen, and water. Wear sturdy shoes! Monte Albán has some accessibility options if you have limited mobility. There are a few ramps, however some places are inaccessible if you cannot walk up steep steps.
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Grace_a
Oct 30, 2024
Great day of exploration - Guide tour was very passionate & knowledgeable of Monte Albán. We had such a wonderful day exploring Oaxaca and learning the rich indigenous history. Nice size group.
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Pablomcc1
Dec 3, 2024
Great Tour of Monte Alban with visits later to local craftsmen - We bought the all included tickets and found that made things super easy. It started early and we were picked up at our hotel in a van. One guy drive and the other provided the tour through out the day. We really enjoyed the tour of Monte Alban, it's an incredible site and the guide did a great job of giving us the history and meaning. The lunch was okay not bad but didn't wow us. The following stops after lunch were great, pottery, weaving and wood carving. It's a long day so plan with water, snacks and layers to stay warm in the morning.
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Andrew_r
Dec 2, 2024
Monte Alban in Style - Monte Alban was a fantastic place, with good interpretation by our guide, Xenon. Lunch buffet was excellent, good service-better than what you usually get on tours. Handicraft demonstrations, not surprisingly, include shopping opportunities, however it wasn't pushy.
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