Monte Alban Tour: Explore Zapotec Ruins and Crafts

Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant art of Oaxaca on this full-day tour. Explore the ancient ruins of Monte Albán, learn the art of making Alebrijes in Arrazola, visit the historic Cuilápam de Guerrero monastery, and admire the beautiful black mud shapes in San Bartolo Coyotepec.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban - The tour starts at around 10am with hotel pickup in the city of Oaxaca. Board an air-conditioned van and head to Monte Albán archaeological site which is the biggest Zapotec urban center. Here, you’ll enjoy a guided tour and see its main landmarks.These ruins are the most important of the entire state and have…
What's Included
  • Bilingual professional guide.
  • Air-conditioned minivan transportation.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included for selected hotels.
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Admission in Monte Alban and Cuilapam
Additional Information

Our first stop is at the majestic archaeological site of Monte Alban. Imagine walking along the same paths where at a period of history the Zapotecs walked through, exploring ancient pyramids, and observing the greatness of a civilization that flourished on these lands centuries ago. We will then go to the home of craftsmen in Arrazola, where creativity…

Location
Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
Cancellation Policy

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

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Fanny
Oct 22, 2024
Travel to Oaxaca - It was a great experience yeshua and klein very friendly, the visit to Monte Albán was very well explained, the tour to the village of Arrazola, the place where I took us to eat was very rich, an atmosphere with great attention, and the end of the black mud factory
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E1959mljulier
Oct 17, 2024
I highly recommend the full-day Monte Alban tour - I took the Monte Albán tour that also included San Antonio Arrazola, Cuilapan, and Santa Maria Atzompa. Moses was our guide, and he was excellent. He had a lot of energy and had lots to say about every place we visited. He made the trip very interesting. I was blown away by the history and buildings at Monte Albán. It’s definitely worth visiting. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes. We toured an alebrijes factory in San Antonio Arrazola that, in addition to selling the colorful figures, was started to give jobs to the local young people. I appreciated that my purchases supported a good cause. The restaurant we stopped at for lunch had lots of different choices and everything I ate was delicious. I also enjoyed the presentation of how the black pottery is made by the originator’s grandson in Santa Maria Atzompa.
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Paula_r
Aug 30, 2024
great tour - Great tour. Grest guide, Ede. She explained everything in english and spanish. Wish the lunch wasn't a buffet - it was good but too much food.
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Manuelfranciscoagu_a
Aug 26, 2024
Fun and educational - Had an amazing time! The tour was educational and fun. Pickup and drop off was on time. I definitely recommend booking this trip with Ede.
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Nizalyn_p
Jul 26, 2024
Monte Alban & Oaxaca Artesan - Our guide (Ede) was very knowledgeable and accommodating; the driver was a safe driver. The sites were amazing and time given was sufficient.
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Zacharysb8203pd
Jul 4, 2024
Exploring unique Oaxaqueño cultura - My trip to Monte Alban and the artisanal experience was the perfect way to spend the day. Our tour guide, Ede spoke effortlessly in Spanish and English to explain in detail each detail of the trip. She spent time to answer questions and point out interesting comparisons to other regions and pre-Columbian cultures of Meso America. All with a wonderful sense of humor as well.
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G2133yzeduardof
Jul 2, 2024
Super recommended. - Incredible places, Mount Alban is beautiful, the villages very interesting talking about their traditions and cultures. The very prepared, dynamic and charismatic guide that made the trip very interesting. The friendly and responsible driver. Overall the tour was very good, I recommend it.
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Hanevyw
Jun 19, 2024
Totally worth it! - We had a great experience visiting Monte Albán, Ede our tour guide gave us an wonderful insight to the local indigenous peoples way of life and the ruins. She wasn't rushing us and even took time to be our photographer! I'm not adding those photos but believe me, she is good. The church, Alebrije and black clay stops are a great addition to the tour, not a lot of walking compared to other tours. The buffet was amazing, local traditional food with great service.
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P8321gmsarahh
Jun 6, 2024
Wonderful tour! - I can't say enough wonderful things about this tour. Ede (our guide) was great - she was so passionate about the places we visited! She gave us so much information - and she did so twice, in both Spanish and English due to the needs of our group. I would very much recommend this tour. They took great care of us, and it was run very efficiently.
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Christine_t
Jul 26, 2024
Good itinerary, drunk guide - Itinerary and driver were wonderful! However, our guide was horrible. He said his name was David but I don't know if that was his real name. It didn't seem to match the name on his ID. He did not provide much info at the sights and he seemed to be drunk. He kept taking shots at the various stops.
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up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).