Guided Tours

Monte Albán Alebrijes and Black Clay Pottery Workshops Guided Tour

- Explore Monte Albán, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then meet Oaxaca artisans who keep alebrijes and black clay pottery traditions alive. - Begin your full-day tour at Monte Albán with your expert guide; entry and bottled water are included so you can start exploring comfortably. - Visit the Monte Albán ruins, traverse the Oaxaca valleys, then reach San Bartolo Coyotepec and San Antonio Arrazola for artisan workshops. - Admire Zapotec temples and valley panoramas, see alebrijes in Angélico Jiménez Carrillo's workshop, and watch black clay pottery crafted by hand.

- Professional guide included- Entry to Monte Albán included- Bottles of water during the tour- Monte Albán, Oaxaca valleys, San Bartolo Coyotepec black clay pottery- Alebrijes workshop with Angélico Jiménez Carrillo in San Antonio Arrazola

Buffet lunch and beverages

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Discover the cultural heart of Oaxaca on this immersive experience that combines archaeology, traditional craftsmanship, and Zapotec heritage.
Begin your journey with a visit to the ancient city of Monte Albán, one of the most important archaeological sites in Mexico and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With the guidance of an expert local guide, explore the impressive plazas, pyramids, and ceremonial structures while learning about the fascinating history of the Zapotec civilization.
Continue to the artisan town of San Antonio Arrazola, known worldwide for its colorful wooden sculptures called alebrijes. Visit the workshop of master artisan Angélico Jiménez Carrillo, descendant of the legendary creator of this artistic tradition, Manuel Jiménez Ramírez. Here you will discover the process of carving and painting these magical figures and learn about the Zapotec tradition of tonas and nahuales, the spiritual animals that inspire these creations.
Finally, visit the town of San Bartolo Coyotepec, famous for its unique black clay pottery, where local artisans demonstrate the traditional techniques used to create these beautiful handcrafted pieces.
This tour offers the perfect combination of history, culture, and authentic Oaxacan craftsmanship

What to bring

Footwear: Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking at Monte Albán and artisan workshops.

Sun protection: Bring a hat or cap and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun during the outdoor visits.

Cash: Carry cash for souvenirs, lunch, beverages, or any personal purchases during the tour.

Camera: Bring a camera if you want to take photos during the archaeological and workshop visits.

Meals: Have breakfast before the tour since lunch is not included and will take place later in the experience.

What's not allowed

Infant seating: Infants must not sit on laps during the tour and must have their own seat if they join.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: Not wheelchair accessible; participants need to be able to walk around Monte Albán and the workshops.

Health considerations: This tour is not recommended for people with heart conditions due to walking and possible heat.

Additional information

Tour type: This is a full-day tour that includes Monte Albán and visits to artisan towns and workshops.

Guide language: The tour is available in Spanish or English, subject to guide availability and group composition.

Bilingual operation: If there are few bookings in one language, the tour may run bilingually while keeping explanations balanced for everyone.

Hydration: Bottles of water are provided during the tour to keep you hydrated in the warm climate.

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