Excursion to Monte Albán & Villages

Explore the ruins of Monte Albán on this day trip and discover Mexican tradition, history, and culture by visiting the villages of Arrazola and San Bartolo Coyotepec.

Excursion to Monte Albán & Villages

Pickup is from your hotel in Oaxaca, after which we'll head to the archaeological site of Monte Albán, a significant site of the Zapotec civilization. The tour includes visits to residential structures, pyramids, temples, and altars. You will receive insights into the rites practiced at the site from a knowledgeable guide. Additionally, a visit to a pre-Hispanic jewellery shop offers a chance to see replicas of aboriginal jewellery.

Next, we will visit the village of Arrazola to explore its traditional Alebrijes, which are colorful wooden figures central to Mexican culture.

The tour continues to San Bartolo Coyotepec, where we will visit a black clay workshop. This site features iconic natural clay pieces from the town. You will have an hour of free time to enjoy lunch before concluding the tour.

After 8 hours of exploration, you will be returned to your hotel in Oaxaca.

Hotel Pickup

Pickup is from hotels in the historic centre of Oaxaca and in Colonia Trinidad Huertas.