Monte Alban Tour: Explore Zapotec Ruins and Crafts

Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant art of Oaxaca on this full-day tour. Explore the ancient ruins of Monte Albán, learn the art of making Alebrijes in Arrazola, visit the historic Cuilápam de Guerrero monastery, and admire the beautiful black mud shapes in San Bartolo Coyotepec.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Zona Arqueológica de Monte Albán - The excursion begins around 10 am with a convenient hotel pickup in Oaxaca City. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned van to the Monte Albán archaeological site, the largest Zapotec urban center. Enjoy a guided tour to explore its main attractions. These ruins are the most significant in the state and have…
What's Included
  • Bilingual professional guide.
  • Air-conditioned minivan transportation.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included for selected hotels.
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Admission in Monte Alban
Additional Information

Join us and explore the most incredible places in Oaxaca. Our journey begins at the awe-inspiring archaeological site of Monte Alban. Picture yourself walking the same paths once traversed by the Zapotecs, exploring ancient pyramids, and witnessing the grandeur of a civilization that thrived here centuries ago. Next, we visit the artisans in Arrazola,…

Location
Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
Cancellation Policy

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

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908elizabeths908
Mar 15, 2025
Don't miss this one! - This is a trip that should not be missed. I was worried that it was in both Spanish and English but Edde was fully explaining in both languages. She has such a talent for telling the history and legends that you travel in time with her. I can't thank our driver, Ramsee enough for his skill and safe driving skills. All in all a magical trip. They took excellent care if this eighty year old!
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Genovevad45
Mar 8, 2025
Monte Alban - Excellent tour, very attentive and friendly Ede, I explain the tour well, I answer our questions, the very friendly driver. I recommend the tour with Ede
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Martinepv6997de
Mar 6, 2025
Great tour of Oaxaca! - Great tour with Ede and Clay! Ede is a passionate guide with an incredible knowledge and perfect attitude! Loved it! Thank you Ede!
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851rosief
Feb 27, 2025
Loved it! Would defo recommend this tour - Ede is a fantastic tour guide, really passionate and funny and knows so much, you can tell she really cares which made the experience 10 times better! Easy day being driven around by Chris (didn’t feel car sick like I normally do). Really enjoyed it, definitely reccomend
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Suzanne_s
Dec 22, 2024
Wonderful day - All events were wonderful Monte Alban very impressive Enjoyed demonstrations of alibrejes and black pottery greatly, giving us better appreciation of what we have collecting for many years Sebastian and Jayme were outstanding
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Navigator212428
Nov 20, 2024
Definately the best tour I took - My guide was Joshua, he was friendly, and knowledgeable. He was considerate and helpful. Wish the tour company would have provided a bottle of water. The site was incredible, wear a hat if it's 80 degrees
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Fanny
Oct 22, 2024
Travel to Oaxaca - It was a great experience yeshua and klein very friendly, the visit to Monte Albán was very well explained, the tour to the village of Arrazola, the place where I took us to eat was very rich, an atmosphere with great attention, and the end of the black mud factory
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E1959mljulier
Oct 17, 2024
I highly recommend the full-day Monte Alban tour - I took the Monte Albán tour that also included San Antonio Arrazola, Cuilapan, and Santa Maria Atzompa. Moses was our guide, and he was excellent. He had a lot of energy and had lots to say about every place we visited. He made the trip very interesting. I was blown away by the history and buildings at Monte Albán. It’s definitely worth visiting. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes. We toured an alebrijes factory in San Antonio Arrazola that, in addition to selling the colorful figures, was started to give jobs to the local young people. I appreciated that my purchases supported a good cause. The restaurant we stopped at for lunch had lots of different choices and everything I ate was delicious. I also enjoyed the presentation of how the black pottery is made by the originator’s grandson in Santa Maria Atzompa.
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Paula_r
Aug 30, 2024
great tour - Great tour. Grest guide, Ede. She explained everything in english and spanish. Wish the lunch wasn't a buffet - it was good but too much food.
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Manuelfranciscoagu_a
Aug 26, 2024
Fun and educational - Had an amazing time! The tour was educational and fun. Pickup and drop off was on time. I definitely recommend booking this trip with Ede.
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