Mexico · MONTE ALBAN & HIERVE EL AGUA
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Monte Albán is a hilltop above Oaxaca city that the Zapotecs levelled by hand and occupied for more than a thousand years. Hierve el Agua, across the valley, is a mineral spring whose runoff set into a stone cascade. Which ones do both in a day, what the transport is, and how much walking each involves. 15 compared.
Tule Tree, Teotitlán textiles, Mitla ruins, Hierve el Agua, and a mezcal tasting in one full Oaxaca day, with key entrance fees paid in cash.
“Adriel was very helpful on explaining the tour during each point. He also connected us to a reliable taxi driver to go to airport”
Wool rugs, Hierve el Agua pools, Mitla ruins, mezcal tasting, and the Tule Tree in one long day from Oaxaca City.
“Hierve el Ague was definitely the highlight of the day but the whole tour was fantastic as was pavel”
Guided half-day trip to Monte Albán from Oaxaca City, with air-conditioned comfort, expert commentary in English, and flexible return shuttles.
“The guide was extremely knowledgeable, and I love the fact that you could return on any of the later return trips, enabling you to explore the site for longer.”
Hike Hierve el Agua, swim in natural pools, then tour a top mezcal distillery with free tastings, from Oaxaca de Juarez in 8 hours.
“It was amazing. Our guide Leon was very attentive and went an extra mile to make sure everyone is comfortable and have a great time. The team of Leon and Don Pepe (driving) was great during our tour. Offering an authentic experience from the locals.”
Guided half-day trip from Oaxaca to UNESCO Monte Albán, with bilingual context, 360 views, and time to explore.
“Amazing. I really enjoyed the tour. I wish it was about and hour and a half longer though.”
Full-day Oaxaca tour covering the Tree of Tule, Zapotec Mitla, Hierve el Agua, Teotitlán weaving, and mezcal tasting with hotel pickup.
“Everything was fantastic. The only improvement point is the mezcal tasting, it wasn’t a tasting, the explanation was very poor, the samples were limited and the goal of the mezcal shop was clearly just selling. The guide and driver were super nice and highly recommend.”
A guided half-day trip to UNESCO Monte Albán from Oaxaca City, with air-conditioned transport, expert Zapotec context, and free time to explore.
“Our tour guide was amazing and very knowledgeable I definitely recommend booking. He showed us how things were made and the history he made it very fun.”
Half-day Monte Albán tour from Oaxaca with hotel pickup, bilingual guide, guided ruins, museum stop, and valley views. Ticket extra.
“The depth of local knowledge of our guide was very informative.”
Transport-only day trip from Oaxaca to Hierve el Agua, with 3 hours to hike, swim, and soak in the mineral pools and petrified falls.
“we didn't expect an English guide, but there he was! great! the waterfalls were amazing and on the way back we stoped at a mezkal factory for tour and tasting , aldo at the widest tree in the world - nice surprise. absolutely recommend!”
Full-day Oaxaca tour with Mitla ruins, Teotitlán weaving, mezcal tastings, Hierve el Agua pools, and El Tule tree.
“This is a good tour to get out of the city and see some of the environment. It is a mix of activities which I enjoyed, and we did not stay at any one too long. I found the Mezcal distillery a bit disappointing as it was a big tour bus stop. Fr a small group Viator could find something more authentic. The tour guide was fine, and had a good command of English as well, but ran out of steam after the Mitla stop, and did not have much to say after that. As a tour guide myself, I think he could have provided us with more information about…”
Oaxaca in one 11-hour loop: Tree of Tule, Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Teotitlán rugs, plus a mezcal distillery tasting.
“Fantastic full day out. We were worried it would be too long and hectic but the pace was great and at no point were we over it. Super informative, wonderful to get out into the countryside and learn more about the history and culture of the area. Adriel and Rodrigo were passionate, informative, and really looked out for us. 5 stars. The cost works out to be maybe 800 pesos more after entry fees, tips, and lunch, but still worth it for a great, 12 hour day, with unlimited mezcal if you're into that. The team are incredibly generous! Eat a solid breakfast!! The buffet lunch is very average for…”
Small group Oaxaca day trip to Monte Albán, Arrazola alebrijes, and black clay pottery at Coyotepec.
“Our guide was very friendly, informative and did a great job speaking in both Spanish and English for various guest on the tour.”
Oaxaca day trip hitting UNESCO Monte Albán, alebrijes in Arrazola, the Cuilapam convent, and black pottery at San Bartolo Coyotepec.
“We really enjoyed the tour, especially getting to see Monte Alban and explore all the different spots. The buffet stop was also a highlight for us.”
Private Oaxaca day trip to Monte Albán, Hierve el Agua, Teotitlán textiles, Tlacolula market, and mezcal, with pickup and guided stops.
“Monte Alban was an impressive experience and our guide Miguel enriched us with his knowledge of the culture and history . Agua de Hierve was fun for the teenagers. It was disappointing we were not able to go down into the canyon. But, that was our choice due to how much time it would take. Teotitlan del valle textile presentation was outstanding. It was like magic to see how the natural dies were made. The mescal place was disappointing. It would have been better to be out among the agave plants and see the real process. It was too touristy for us. We had some extra time and our guide…”
Small-group morning visit to Monte Albán plus village workshops for black pottery, textiles, and alebrijes, with optional lunch and pickup.
“Enjoyed the day but the guide had to explain everything in Spanish and English as well as drive, hard for him. We were the only English speakers on the trip and so were unable talk to anyone.”
