Oaxaca: Private tour to Monte Albán, El Tule Tree, and Teotitlán Oaxaca: Private tour to Monte Albán, Árbol del Tule, and Teotitlán
ID: GYG1024702-1582637
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a unique experience that mixes history, tradition, and cinema in the heart of Oaxaca!
Start the day by visiting the archaeological zone of Monte Albán, a Zapotec jewel with spectacular views and ancient structures.
Then, step into an artisanal mezcal palenque, where you'll learn all about the ancestral process of this sacred drink, from the agave to the last drop in the glass, culminating in a guided tasting. This drink blesses the heart and soul.
Later, immerse yourself in Zapotec textile art at a family-run rug workshop, where you'll learn about pedal loom weaving and the use of natural pigments like cochineal and indigo.
To top it all off, visit the Tule Tree, a thousand-year-old ahuehuete that's over 2,000 years old and known for having the widest trunk in the world. It's a natural and historical symbol of Oaxaca that impresses with its size and longevity.
A perfect route for movie, culture, and authenticity lovers!
Highlights
- Explore the majestic archaeological zone of Monte Albán
- Discover Teotitlán del Valle and its handmade wool rugs
- Authentic tasting in an artisanal Oaxacan mezcal distillery.
- Santa María del Tule, home to the widest tree in the world
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Recommendation for the tour:
Wear comfortable shoes, a hat, and sunscreen. Bring cash for purchases in craft workshops and mezcal tasting. Get ready to walk in Monte Albán, admire an outdoor church, and discover unique wool rugs that you can buy directly from the artisans!
INCLUDED
- What's included
- Car
- Air conditioning
- Complimentary bottled water
- Passenger insurance
- Mezcal tasting
- Certified guide
- Gas
- Get to Monte Albán
- Access to the Tule Tree
- Get to the village of Teotitlán del Valle
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.