Oaxaca: Monte Alban and the Art of Oaxaca Tour with Hotel Pickup in Oaxaca
ID: GYG388321-703124
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Learn about the traditions of Oaxacan culture on this tour. Explore the archaeological sites of Monte Albán and the villages of Arrazola and Coyotepec.
Immerse yourself in Oaxacan culture on this day trip. Visit the most important archaeological site in Oaxaca, Monte Albán, located in the majestic urban center. This area was known as the religious, political, and economic center of the Zapotec civilization. Walk around the square and explore the Site Museum. Don't forget to bring your camera to take pictures from the top of the archaeological structures.
Next, you'll visit San Antonio Arrazola, a magical place of colors and traditions, where the famous artisans will teach you how they carve copal wood. Learn the process of creating the magical figures called "Alebrijes", which represent the innovative spirit of the Oaxacan soul, part of an ancestral tradition of the Zapotecs.
Finally, stop at Cuilapam de Guerrero, a Mixtec town famous for its 16th-century Dominican ex-monastery, and San Bartolo Coyotepec, a small town of adobe houses where you'll witness the process of making beautiful black clay figures.
Highlights
- Explore the archeological ruins of the Zapotec capital city
- Admire the hand-crafted carving process of traditional "Alebrijes"
- Visit the Dominican Monastery of Cuilapam de Guerrero
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• During the low season, hotel pickup and drop-off is available. During the high season, there will be a set meeting point in downtown Oaxaca city.
• This tour contains a considerable amount of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes.
• Itinerary is subject to change due to COVID-19. The former Convent of Cuilapam may be closed on your visit due to safety restrictions.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Please wait in the hotel lobby 15 minutes before your scheduled pick up time.
The driver will be at your hotel lobby, wearing a blue shirt with a "Paraiso Huatulco" logo and will call your name.
Drivers will wait no longer than 5 minutes after the scheduled pickup time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
