Oaxaca: Premium Monte Alban and Master Artisans Tour Oaxaca: Premium Monte Albán and Master Artisans Tour
ID: GYG1220221-1875707
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore the grandeur of Monte Alban and connect with the creative soul of Oaxaca. Discover alebrijes, textiles, and black clay in villages where art is still alive.
Get ready for a trip that connects the ancient past with the living creativity of Oaxaca.
Your experience kicks off in Monte Albán, the majestic Zapotec capital that overlooks the valley from above. Walk through its Great Plaza, discover the Ball Game, and feel the magnitude of a civilization that flourished over 2,500 years ago while learning about its history, astronomy, and political power.
Then, dive into the state's artisanal heart. In San Martín Tilcajete, you'll meet masters who transform copal wood into vibrant alebrijes full of symbolism and tradition. You'll see how each piece comes to life through meticulous carving and painting.
Continue to Santo Tomás Jalieza, where artisans preserve the ancestral technique of the waist loom. Watch how the threads become textiles with patterns that tell Zapotec stories passed down through generations.
Finally, in San Bartolo Coyotepec, you'll discover the mystery of black clay, a unique technique that turns clay into elegant polished pieces with a deep dark sheen.
This tour isn't just a visit to places; it's an immersion in Oaxaca's cultural identity, where history and art continue to beat in every corner.
Highlights
- Explore Monte Albán with an expert guide in Zapotec history
- Meet master craftsmen of alebrijes and black clay
- Experience the traditional waist loom in Jalieza
- An authentic cultural experience
- Combine ancient archeology and the living art of Oaxaca
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, a hat, and sunscreen. The tour includes moderate hikes in Monte Albán. The order of visits may vary depending on weather conditions or the availability of craft workshops.
INCLUDED
- Comfortable, air-conditioned transportation
- Bilingual certified guide (Spanish/English)
- Professional driving
- Gas and tolls
- Passenger insurance
- Guided tour in Monte Albán
- Visits to craft workshops in Tilcajete, Jalieza, and Coyotepec
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.