Embark on an adventure to Hierve el Agua and Mitla in Oaxaca. Explore ancient ruins, visit an artisan city, and learn about the process of making mezcal. Don’t miss this unique experience!
Embark on an adventure to Hierve el Agua and Mitla in Oaxaca. Explore ancient ruins, visit an artisan city, and learn about the process of making mezcal. Don’t miss this unique experience!
- Tule Tree - Estimated to be around 2000 years old, this tree’s branches and bark have formed whimsical shapes over the centuries. With a bit of imagination, one can see the profiles of people, animals, and even mythical creatures in its bark’s texture.
- Zona Arqueologica de Mitla - Derived from the Nahuatl word meaning “place of the dead,”…
- Tule Tree - Estimated to be around 2000 years old, this tree’s branches and bark have formed whimsical shapes over the centuries. With a bit of imagination, one can see the profiles of people, animals, and even mythical creatures in its bark’s texture.
- Zona Arqueologica de Mitla - Derived from the Nahuatl word meaning “place of the dead,” this site features palaces adorned with intricate geometric designs, such as the stepped fretwork. Open from Wednesday to Sunday. Please be aware that visiting times may vary due to pandemic conditions.
- Hierve el Agua - Comprising a series of petrified waterfalls, Hierve el Agua is notable for its white color and grandeur, standing over 200 meters tall. These formations were created millions of years ago by carbonated water runoff from springs located at the top of the ravine. These springs also form warm, turquoise pools that serve as natural spas, offering a unique spectacle. Expect to spend about 1 hour at Hierve el Agua and 1 hour 20 minutes for meals.
- Teotitlan del Valle - This artisan town is renowned for its exquisite wool rugs dyed with natural colors, prominently featuring cochineal grana, a distinctive product of Oaxaca. Visitors can also enjoy a demonstration of the dye-making process.

- Complimentary hotel pickup from selected hotels
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Guided tour experience
- Trained professional driver ensures safety
- Complimentary hotel pickup from selected hotels
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Guided tour experience
- Trained professional driver ensures safety
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
We’ll kick off our excursion with a visit to the magnificent Tule Tree, an age-old ahuehuete that’s survived for more than 2000 years.
Don’t miss out on the town of Mitla, from Tuesday to Sunday, a significant location in Oaxaca state, renowned for its archaeological remnants of Mitla.
We move on to Hierve el Agua, situated amidst a rugged mountain…
We’ll kick off our excursion with a visit to the magnificent Tule Tree, an age-old ahuehuete that’s survived for more than 2000 years.
Don’t miss out on the town of Mitla, from Tuesday to Sunday, a significant location in Oaxaca state, renowned for its archaeological remnants of Mitla.
We move on to Hierve el Agua, situated amidst a rugged mountain range, known for its unique aridity during the dry season. However, its natural charm isn’t the only appeal of this destination.
Following that, we will visit the Teotitlán del Valle, a community rich in handicraft, where residents create intricate wool rugs using a pedal loom. We’ll get to see a craftsman illustrate their process of deriving various colors from natural sources like cochineal and indigo.
As part of our journey, we’ll also make a 1-hour stop at a mezcal distillery to learn about its traditional brewing process and partake in a tasting of this signature Oaxacan beverage.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- You will spend around 1 hour in Hierve el agua and 1 hour 20 min for meals
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.