Oaxaca: Discover Monte Albán, Black Pottery, Alebrijes & Mezcal!

Discover Oaxaca in an all-day experience that combines history, mezcal, and artisanal tradition. We start with the pickup at your accommodation to visit Monte Albán, ancient Zapotec capital, where you will see its pyramids, ceremonial plazas, and history. Afterward, we will visit our Mezcal Capotlán distillery, which is sustainable and environmentally friendly. You will learn about the artisanal process of mezcal, and enjoy a guided tasting of 5 award-winning mezcals using your 5 senses. We will continue to San Antonio Arrazola to see the work of the artisan masters of alebrijes and then we will visit San Bartolo Coyotepec, famous for its traditional Black Pottery. You can also enjoy, optionally, a buffet of traditional Oaxacan food (additional cost). Travel comfortably in safe transportation, in small groups of a maximum of 13 people, with the backing of 13 years of experience and National Tourism Registry Certification.

1. 1

   Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban

   1.5 hours

   Start your tour exploring Monte Albán, one of the most important archaeological areas of Mesoamerica, where you will know the temples, squares and tombs that tell the story of the ancient Zapotec civilization. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will understand the grandeur of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

2. 2

   Palenque Capotlan

   2 hours

   We will visit a 100% self-sustaining artisanal mezcal pallet where you will know the artisanal process of making mezcal: from the cooking of maguey in a conical oven to the distillation in copper still.

3. 3

   Alebrijes Autoctonos

   1 hour

   We will continue to the alebrijes workshop in San Antonio Arrazola, where local artisans will show you how they bring these colorful hand-carved and hand-painted wooden figures to life.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   1 hour

   We will stop at a typical Oaxacan restaurant, where you will taste if you wish a buffet with traditional dishes prepared with local ingredients.

5. 5

   San Bartolo

   1 hour

   Finally, we will visit the village of San Bartolo Coyotepec, famous for its black mud, where you will see up close how artisans mold and polish these unique pieces with techniques transmitted from generation to generation.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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