Dive into Oaxaca’s rich Zapotec heritage with Oaxacool Tours’ one-day journey featuring the Tule Tree, Hierve el Agua, Mitla ruins, and a mezcal tasting. Discover tradition, nature, and history in a single unforgettable tour.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
12 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most adults with basic walking ability; minimal strenuous activity required.
Wildlife
History
Mitla served as an important religious center for the Zapotec civilization, featuring elaborate mosaic fretwork unique in Mesoamerica.
Conservation
Efforts in the region focus on preserving native maguey ecosystems vital for sustainable mezcal production and maintaining archaeological sites.
Oaxacool Tours & Experiences
Dive into Oaxaca’s rich Zapotec heritage with Oaxacool Tours’ one-day journey featuring the Tule Tree, Hierve el Agua, Mitla ruins, and a mezcal tasting. Discover tradition, nature, and history in a single unforgettable tour.
Oaxacool Tours & Experiences operates guided cultural and culinary tours in and around Oaxaca, Mexico. The company organizes small-group excursions that highlight the region’s Zapotec heritage, traditional crafts, and mezcal culture. Popular offerings include the Tlacolula Market Food Tour + Mezcal, which visits the 16th-century Tlacolula de Matamoros market to sample street food and artisanal mezcal with an expert guide; the Full Oaxaca Experience, a one-day itinerary visiting the Tule Tree, a private tapestry workshop, Hierve el Agua, Mitla, and a local distillery with bottomless mezcal tasting; and the Hierve el Agua + Textile Rug Art tour that combines natural sites with a visit to a Zapotec artisan workshop.
Other curated options include the Mezcal and Food City Tour Deluxe, a walking tour of top mezcalerias concluding with dinner at La Olla Restaurant; the Monte Alban + Alebrijes + Clay Experience, which visits Monte Albán and artisan communities in San Martin Tilcajete and San Bartolo Coyotepec; and a half-day Hierve el Agua & Mezcal Experience featuring a swim, Oaxacan buffet, and family-run distillery visit. Each itinerary focuses on authentic encounters with artisans, archaeological sites, markets, and mezcal producers, often in small groups to allow personalized attention. The company’s structured tours provide clear, activity-based experiences for travelers seeking cultural immersion, traditional food and drink tastings, and hands-on textile and pottery demonstrations. Tours range from half-day to full-day options and include market visits, archaeological sites, artisan workshops, swimming at Hierve el Agua, and multiple mezcal tastings in small, guided groups for travelers.
Tours Offered
6
Six curated cultural and culinary itineraries
Small Groups
Small groups
Personalized attention on many tours
Mezcal Tastings
Bottomless options
Multiple tours include tastings
Natural Sites
Hierve el Agua
Tours include swimming and views
Choose a small-group itinerary for Tlacolula market visits, Hierve el Agua swims, Monte Albán exploration, artisan workshops, and mezcal tastings.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The tour includes walking at archeological sites and natural pools; sturdy shoes will keep you comfortable.
Carry sun protection
Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses, especially for time spent outdoors at Hierve el Agua and the Tule Tree.
Stay hydrated throughout the day
Carry a refillable water bottle; the high altitudes and dry climate can be dehydrating.
Bring cash for entrance fees and meals
Entrance to Mitla (around 100 MXN) and lunch are not included, so carry local currency for ease.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes help navigate archeological sites and natural terrain comfortably.
Sun hat and sunglasses
Protects from intense sun during outdoor stops like Hierve el Agua.
summer
Refillable water bottle
Helps maintain hydration throughout the full-day tour in high-altitude dry climate.
Light rain jacket
Useful for intermittent afternoon showers typical during summer months.
summer