Excursion to Monte Albán & Villages
Explore the ruins of Monte Albán on this day trip and delve into Mexican tradition, history and culture by visiting the villages of Arrazola and San Bartolo Coyotepec. Excursion to Monte Albán & Villages.
- 8 hours
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Explore the ruins of Monte Albán on this day trip and delve into Mexican tradition, history and culture by visiting the villages of Arrazola and San Bartolo Coyotepec.
Excursion to Monte Albán & Villages
Pickup will be at your hotel in Oaxaca to visit the archaeological site of Monte Alban, a significant site of the Zapotec civilization. The tour includes residential structures, pyramids, temples, and altars. The guide will provide details about the rites practiced there. A stop will be made at a pre-Hispanic jewellery shop to view replicas of aboriginal jewellery.
Next, the tour continues to the village of Arrazola to explore traditional Alebrijes, colorful wooden figures that reflect Mexican culture. The route then leads to San Bartolo Coyotepec to visit a black clay workshop, a hallmark of the town. Participants will have an hour of free time for lunch.
After 8 hours of exploration, participants will return to their hotels in Oaxaca.
Hotel Pickup
Pickup is from hotels in the historic centre of Oaxaca and Colonia Trinidad Huertas.
Prices
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- English speaking guide.
- Transport by minibus.
Not included
- Lunch.
- Entrance fee to Monte Alban: 86MXN per person.
Tips
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.