Explore Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Tule, Textile and Mezcal for a day Discount Tickets

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Overview

Experience the best of Oaxaca in one unforgettable day. Marvel at the majestic Tule Tree, the ancient ahuehuete known for having the widest trunk in the world, and spend 3 hours at Hierve el Agua, exploring its impressive petrified waterfalls and refreshing natural pools. Enjoy a delicious buffet with local flavors and vegan options, then dive into the history of Mitla with a certified bilingual guide. Discover the traditional textiles of Teotitlán del Valle, made with wool and natural pigments using ancestral techniques. To complete the experience, learn about Oaxaca’s mezcal tradition with a visit to an artisanal mezcal distillery, where you will discover the production process and enjoy a guided tasting. Everything is included so you can experience Oaxaca with comfort, culture, nature, and flavor in one unforgettable tour. Note: The tour is offered in Spanish or English, subject to availability. If there is a reduced number of bookings, the experience may be operated bilingually to ensure the service can take place.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Locate our office with blue facade labeled with Zapotecos Tours

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Zapotecos Tours (Tours en Oaxaca)
Meet us at the designated meeting point located at Melchor Ocampo 1017, where this experience will begin.
Duration: 10 mins
2. Santa Maria del Tule
In Santa María del Tule, you will discover an impressive Montezuma cypress (ahuehuete), considered the widest tree in the world. Our guide will share fascinating historical insights, fun facts, and the legends that have made this natural wonder famous over time. Additionally, if you wish, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a local breakfast featuring traditional delights such as memelitas, tamales, and freshly brewed coffee."
Duration: 40 mins
3. Hierve el Agua
Explora las impresionantes cascadas petrificadas de Hierve el Agua, con una estancia de 2 horas y 30 minutos que te permitirá disfrutar del lugar con tranquilidad. Comenzarás con una caminata por los senderos, donde podrás admirar las diferentes formaciones, manantiales y las vistas panorámicas del conjunto de cascadas. El punto más espectacular se encuentra en la base de la cascada más alta, ideal para capturar fotos memorables. Después de la caminata, podrás refrescarte en las pozas minerales, relajarte contemplando el paisaje o simplemente meditar rodeado de montañas y la belleza natural del sitio.
Duration: 180 mins
4. Zona Arqueologica de Mitla
Explore the fascinating archaeological site of Mitla accompanied by a certified guide, who will reveal the history, secrets, and worldview of the Zapotec culture. Admire the impressive architecture of its palaces and capture unique photos of a site rich in history and tradition.
Duration: 60 mins
5. Teotitlan del Valle
Visit Teotitlán del Valle, a village renowned for its handwoven wool rugs crafted using ancestral pedal loom techniques. Discover how local artisans create vibrant, long-lasting colors using natural dyes derived from plants, minerals, and insects such as cochineal, pomegranate, and indigo. This tradition, passed down through generations, reflects Oaxaca’s rich cultural heritage and deep respect for the environment. Take the opportunity to learn about the artisanal process and bring home a one-of-a-kind rug directly from the hands of talented local weavers.
Duration: 60 mins
6. El Rey de Matatlan
At this traditional mezcal house, visitors will discover the full production process of mezcal, one of Oaxaca’s most iconic beverages. Learn about the different varieties of agave and observe the time-honored techniques of cooking, crushing, fermentation, and distillation—methods that have remained largely unchanged for centuries. At the end of the visit, you’ll enjoy a tasting of various mezcals produced on-site, experiencing firsthand the authentic flavors of this Oaxacan tradition. It’s a unique opportunity to explore the richness and diversity of this ancestral spirit while immersing yourself in the culture and traditions of Oaxaca.
Duration: 60 mins
7. Zocalo
We will return to the city, where drop-off will be provided a few blocks from the main Zócalo. However, if any traveler prefers to be dropped off at a different point along the route, they may request this directly with the guide.
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Snacks and coffee

Admissions to the visited sites: Hierve el Agua, the Tule Tree, and the Mitla Archaeological Zone

Local guide at Hierve el Agua

Certified bilingual guide

Bottled water during the tour

Mezcal tasting

Exclusion

Lunch

Tips

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Bring extra clothes, swimming suit and comfortable shoes for the stay in Hierve el Agua.

Supplied by Zapotecos Tours

Reviews

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Based on 1429 reviews

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