This tour is an excellent value. The only reason I gave it 4 stars for the meeting place is because the picture did not look like the front of the place and it can be easily missed as you walk by. But to be fair, it does have a small sign on the outside that says “tours” (among other signs). Our tour guide Rocio, was pure joy. It’s important to note that we took the tour in Spanish. Nonetheless, she was knowledgeable, patient, warm and friendly. She made the tour more enjoyable. Unfortunately, I don't remember the driver’s name but he was super kind and attentive with my mom who has a hard time walking and uses a walker. Honestly, the whole team was professional and can't stress enough how attentive and kind they all were. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. ⭐️
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Certified guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Excludes
- Entry/entry: Archaeological Area of Monte Albán
- Food and beverages.
- Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- The office is on Macedonio Alcalá Street or Andador Turístico right in front of the Museum of Contemporary Art of Oaxaca (MACO), between Morelos and Murguía streets. (Macedonio Alcalá 201, Int. 101, Col. Centro).
Return
- The office is on Macedonio Alcalá Street or Andador Turístico right in front of the Museum of Contemporary Art of Oaxaca (MACO), between Morelos and Murguía streets. (Macedonio Alcalá 201, Int. 101, Col. Centro).
Itinerary
We will visit the archaeological area of Monte Albán, taking a tour in an average time of 1.5 to 2 hours with our certified guide, know the history of this place and enjoy the magic and mysticism of these buildings on the top of the mountain. Carry cash for entrances or access.
We will stop for lunch, in a restaurant with a buffet service with traditional Oaxacan foods. Carry cash for food and beverages.
We visited with our guide, the house-workshop of a master craftsman of black mud pieces and figures to give us a demonstration and discuss the process and history of these beautiful craft figures.
We visited with our guide, the house - workshop of a craftsman who works a loom known as hip or waist of cotton yarn textiles.
We visited with our guide, the house-workshop of an artisan carver of wooden figures, today known as alebrijes, there we can see from the process of making these craft figures to the various forms of application that during the innovation process have been achieved
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Reviews
We experienced culture, nature and artisans, getting a great feel for what Oaxaca is. Our guide Zenon did a great job at explaining in English and Spanish. We liked the tour so much we did another tour with Zenon.
We liked the whole tour a lot, it was very complete. Our guide, David Cuevas, is very knowledgeable and also gives a very pleasant talk. He coordinated the schedules very well so that we encountered few people at all the places. The only bad thing is that we didn't get to the backstrap loom because access was complicated due to the Guelaguetza activities; we were left wanting to visit it but we understand that it was a problem beyond the company's control.
Excellent assigned guide, very qualified, explains each place in a way that is so easy to understand, resolving every doubt, very patient throughout
The experience was very good and satisfying; our guide (Rocío) made the trip fun, pleasant, and interesting, thanks to which we learned a little about the history of Oaxaca. The master artisans of black clay, alebrijes, and embroidery explain everything they do very well, always very kind, and they answered all our questions; the tour is highly recommended.
We leave happy to have met Monte Alban with you. The departure time was great for our plans. Thank you.
Monday through Friday 9 am to 7 pm EST
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