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Tour to Monte Alban, Barro Negro, Hip Loom and Alebrijes

By Continental Istmo
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €23 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Enjoy the Monte Alban Archaeological Zone before the midday sun.
  • Benefit from the knowledge of certified guides and professional staff
  • You will sample moles and other traditional foods at a local buffet.
  • You will enjoy the black clay process.
  • Learn about the wood carving known as Alebrije.

Activity location

    • Oaxaca de Juarez
    • Oaxaca de Juarez, Oaxaca, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • C. Macedonio Alcalá 201-Int. 101, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., México | It's a white building with a large wooden gate; the windows display advertisements for the tours. We're located right in the middle of Macedonio Alcalá Street, between Morelos and Murguía Streets.
    • Oaxaca de Juárez, Oaxaca, Mexico

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Only transport and guide

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

This option includes return transport from our city centre office and a guide throughout the tour. Entrance fees are not included (please bring $210 pesos in cash). Food and drinks are not included (buffet restaurant).

Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€25.09 x 1 Adult€25.09
Total
Price is €25.09

Solo transporte y guía incluido

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • Spanish

Esta opción incluye transporte redondo desde la oficina en el centro de la ciudad, guía durante todo el recorrido. Las entradas no están incluidas (por favour, traer $210 pesos en efectivo). La comida y las bebidas no están incluidas (restaurante buffet).

Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€25.09 x 1 Adult€25.09
Total
Price is €25.09

Only tickets included

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

This option includes return transport from our city centre office, a guide throughout the tour, and entrance to the Monte Albán Archaeological Zone. It does not include food or drinks (we visit a buffet restaurant).

Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€42.15 x 1 Adult€42.15
Total
Price is €42.15

Solo entradas incluidas

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • Spanish

Esta opción incluye transporte redondo desde la oficina en el centro de la ciudad, guía durante todo el recorrido y ticket de ingreso a la Zona Arqueológica de Monte Albán. No incluye comida, no incluye bebidas (visitamos un restaurante buffet).

Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€42.15 x 1 Adult€42.15
Total
Price is €42.15

Entradas y alimentos incluidos

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • Spanish

Esta opción incluye transporte redondo desde la oficina en el centro de la ciudad, guía durante todo el recorrido y ticket de ingreso a la Zona Arqueológica de Monte Albán, comida tipo buffet con 1 bebida no alcohólica.

Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€62.72 x 1 Adult€62.72
Total
Price is €62.72

Tickets and food included

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

This option includes return transport from the office in the city centre, a guide throughout the tour, an entrance ticket to the Monte Alban Archaeological Zone, and a buffet lunch with one non-alcoholic drink.

Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€62.72 x 1 Adult€62.72
Total
Price is €62.72

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Vehicle with air conditioning
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Certified guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tip
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Drinks

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Baby buggies, Drones, Luggage or large bags, Non-folding wheelchairs, Smoking in the vehicle, Weapons or sharp objects
  • Not suitable for: Children under 2 years, Hearing-impaired people, People with back problems, People with epilepsy, People with heart problems, People with mobility impairments, People with respiratory issues, Wheelchair users
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Explore the heart of Oaxaca with this immersive cultural and historical tour, designed to give you a glimpse into the region’s rich heritage. Here’s what you can expect from this unforgettable journey:

Tour Highlights:

Monte Alban Archaeological Zone:
Begin your adventure at the stunning Monte Alban ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the ancient Zapotec civilisation with a certified guide, who will lead you through the intricate history and architecture. You’ll have 2 hours to explore this iconic site.

Traditional Buffet Lunch:
After the ruins, indulge in a delicious traditional Oaxacan buffet. Savour authentic local flavours, from mole to tlayudas, in a restaurant known for its rich culinary offerings.

San Bartolo Coyotepec – Black Clay Artisan Workshop:
Visit a black clay workshop, where a master artisan demonstrates the ancient craft of shaping barro negro. Learn about the techniques passed down through generations and admire the intricate craftsmanship.

Santo Tomas Jalieza – Waist Loom Artisan Workshop:
Next, experience the art of traditional weaving in Santo Tomas Jalieza. Visit the house of a waist loom artisan and discover how beautiful textiles are created using techniques practised for centuries.

San Martin Tilcajete – Alebrije Workshop:
The final stop is at San Martin Tilcajete, where you’ll meet a skilled artisan who brings alebrijes to life. These colourful, hand-carved wooden figures are a cornerstone of Oaxacan art and culture.

Location

Activity location

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    • Oaxaca de Juarez
    • Oaxaca de Juarez, Oaxaca, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • C. Macedonio Alcalá 201-Int. 101, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., México | It's a white building with a large wooden gate; the windows display advertisements for the tours. We're located right in the middle of Macedonio Alcalá Street, between Morelos and Murguía Streets.
    • Oaxaca de Juárez, Oaxaca, Mexico
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • C. Macedonio Alcalá 201-Int. 101, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., México | It's a white building with a large wooden gate; the windows display advertisements for the tours. We're located right in the middle of Macedonio Alcalá Street, between Morelos and Murguía Streets.
    • Oaxaca de Juárez, Oaxaca, Mexico