Experience Oaxaca’s Guelaguetza: a vibrant festival of music, dance, and culture. Join our guided tour for an authentic celebration of community and tradition.
- Oaxaca - Immerse yourself in the Guelaguetza festival by visiting a nearby community where you can witness traditional dances and admire stunning textiles from various Oaxacan regions.
Next, explore a local textile workshop to learn about the traditional Oaxacan textile-making process.
Savor delicious local cuisine at the home of Doña Maria.
Visit the Community Cultural Center of Teotitlan to see exhibits showcasing the archaeological and textile richness of Teotitlán del Valle.
Conclude your day by discovering Zapotec culture at Mitla, the second-most important archaeological site in Oaxaca. Though less famous than other sites in the region, Mitla’s history and heritage are sure to impress.
- Pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Oaxaca City
- Bottled water
- All entrance fees
- Lunch
- Snacks
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All activities described in description
- Guide to guide you through the culture & customs of the celebration
- Gratuities
La Guelaguetza takes place in Oaxaca city, but there are other Guelaguetzas held in various villages throughout the valley. These more informal celebrations of the Guelaguetza probably bear more resemblance to the way the festival was originally celebrated. This is not so much a show, but a time for people to come together and enjoy one another’s presence, their culture and food. The Guelaguetza lasts for several hours and here people come and go throughout the presentation. The Guelaguetza is a festival of music, costumes, dances, and food, but it’s also a celebration of the mutual interdependence of people within a community. It’s a moment when Oaxacan culture can be appreciated at its best. In these days of Guelaguetza we will be showing the most beautiful and important places and festivities in Oaxaca, mixing the tours that we already have organized with the most important party of the year in Oaxaca, visiting the Guelaguetza in its most original form.
- Travel time is included on the total tour duration
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
