Private Tour to Monte Alban & Crafts towns
ID: GYG527702-918720
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Enjoy Oaxaca in a Private Tour exploring the amazing archeological site of Monte Albán, visiting local workshops run by native artisans to see how the Alebrijes, black pottery and textiles are made!
We will pick you up at your Hotel to start this wondeful adventure!
Monte Albán
We always enjoy visiting Monte Alban early in the morning to take advantage of the fresh morning,
to learn about the history of this beautiful site along with an expert, walk around to appreciate the
amazing architecture, take great pictures and be one of the first visitors there! (2 hours)
Happy Hour
After the Monte Albán walking you will have lunch in a traditional restaurant with different options based on Mexican and authetic Oaxacan food. There are also options for vegetarians. (1 hour and 20 min)
San Martín Tilcajete
The most famous handicraft of Oaxaca, “Los Alebrijes” we will enjoy visiting a small family workshop to learn how this colorfull and mystical animals are made, carving pieces of wood and painting them with beautiful zapotec designs. You can even know what your spiritual animal is in the Zapotec culture! (1 hour)
Santo Tomas Jalietza
The tradition of weaving around Oaxaca started here. In this community you will visit a group of native and very cute women to see them working with the back strap loom, making beautiful utilitarian textiles like purses, table runners, place mats, shoulder bags, belts, bracelets, straps for cameras, guitars etc. (45 min)
San Bartolo Coyotepec
The attraction of this town is the beautiful black pottery. It is incredible how they craft these clay pieces just by using the hands, no steering wheel, machines neither. You will explore the gallery and workshop of this local artisans.
Highlights
- Great tour to explore the Oaxaca prehispanic history, culture & beautiful Crafts
- Private tour in a confortable car exclusively for your couple, Family or Friends
- Amazing experience supporting local business and Indigenous Families
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Monte Albán Altitude 2,000 meters
- We walk stairs at Monte Albán, not difficult hiking
- 10 min before the scheduled our guide will meet you at the lobby.
- Our guides will introduce himself as part of Oaxaca Conmigo Family and pick you up at your Hotel
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
