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With our Puerto Escondido tour, travel through the cultural richness of Oaxaca. Indulge your senses in the splendor of ancient archaeological sites, relax in the warmth of sun-kissed sand beaches, ride the thrilling waves of surfers’ paradise, and walk through picturesque colonial towns. Immerse yourself in indigenous traditions and discover the captivating beauty that Oaxaca holds. Let this adventure unfold as we explore this amazing state, culminating in the magnificence of Mexico City. Let Oaxaca captivate your heart and soul forever!
Highlights
- Try famous Oaxacan cuisine - one of the most delicious and diverse in Mexico.
- Surf and enjoy golden sand beaches in Puerto Escondido and Huatulco.
- Learn about Oaxacan coffee traditions on the family coffee farm.
- Visit UNESCO-listed ruins of Monte Alban - one of the greatest pre-Hispanic cities in Mexico.
- See dinosaur footprints paved on what used to be a seabed in Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Biosphere Reserve.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Puerto Escondido
Bienvenidos a Puerto Escondido – a port town and resort on the Mexican Pacific coast that’s known for its numerous beaches and buzzing nightlife. Arrive at any time (you can also book an extra night and arrive some days before) before meeting your group and Tour Leader in the lobby of your accommodation at 2 pm. After a brief informational welcome meeting, join your group and go for an optional lunch and orientation walk in Puerto Escondido’s center. Thereafter, see the sunset and liberate little turtles on the nearby beach. Optional dinner and get-together with the group in one of the local bars in the evening.
- Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Puerto Escondido
- Food & Drinks Included: breakfast
- Activities Included: baby sea turtle release (October to May); orientation walk of the center of Puerto Escondido
Day 2: Puerto Escondido - Mazunte - La Crucecita
First, after breakfast, check out and go for a mangrove boat tour. Then, continue to Mazunte – a “Magical Town” famous for a strong surf, beautiful beaches, and Mexican Turtle Center. Once there, enjoy sweeping views of the ocean and (if you are lucky and it’s a correct season) migrating whales on a local peninsula. Then, go for an orientation walk and optional lunch in the center of the town. Once ready, transfer to Bahia de Cacaluta – a virgin golden-sand beach in Huatulco National Park accessible by a 30-min walk through the forest. This is a great spot for snorkeling, swimming and enjoying untouched nature. After spending several hours on the beach, go to see the sunset from a local lighthouse. Transfer to our accommodation in La Crucecita, check-in, optional dinner and get-together with the group in one of the local restaurants.
- Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in La Crucecita
- Food & Drinks Included: breakfast
- Activities Included: mangrove boat tour; guide hikes to Punta Cometa Peninsula & Bahia de Cacaluta
Day 3: La Crucecita - Pluma Hidalgo - San Jose del Pacifico
After breakfast and checkout, go for a coffee tour in one of the farms around Pluma Hidalgo. This little mountainous village is one of the most idoneous places in Mexico for the cultivation of coffee. As a matter of fact, the local Pluma Gourmet type is one of the most prestigious in the country. Then, after an orientation walk, lunch and a cup of delicious coffee in Pluma Hidalgo, head to San Jose del Pacifico. Located in the southern sierra of Oaxaca, this town at 2,500 meters above sea level literally touches the sky. Once there, have an orientation walk of the town and see a beautiful sunset from our accommodation. Optional dinner and get-together with the group in one of the local restaurants in the evening.
- Accommodation: eco-cabins in San Jose del Pacifico
- Food & Drinks Included: breakfast; lunch, coffee & waffles tasting in Pluma Hidalgo
- Activities Included: coffee farm tour around Pluma Hidalgo; orientation walks in Pluma Hidalgo & San Jose del Pacifico
Day 4: San Jose del Pacifico - Santo Tomás Tamazulapan - San Martín Tilcajete - Zaachila - Oaxaca City
After breakfast and check-out, continue our Puerto Escondido tour visiting a family mezcal distillery in Santo Tomás Tamazulapan. Then, head to San Martín Tilcajete – a little town known for its colorful fantastical creatures hand-carved by local artisans. After visiting some of the local workshops and orientation walk of the town, transfer to Zaachila – a small town that became the last Zapotec capital after the fall of Monte Álban. There, we will visit a still largely unexplored local archaeological site and local market where we will try some of the most exquisite regional specialties.
Then, we will transfer to Oaxaca City with a visit to a unique (it has no roof!) Ex-Convent of Guerrero Cuilapam on our way. Once in Oaxaca City, join your Tour Leader for an introductory walking tour of its historic center visiting its main attractions. Check-in, optional dinner and get-together with the group in one of the local restaurants.
- Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Oaxaca City
- Food & Drinks Included: breakfast; Market Food Experience in Zaachila
- Activities Included: visit of a family mezcal distillery in Santo Tomás Tamazulapan; guided visit to Zaachila Archeological Zone & Ex-Convent of Guerrero Cuilapam; orientation walks in San Martín Tilcajete, Zaachila & Oaxaca City
Day 5: Oaxaca City
After breakfast, go to explore Monte Albán Archeological Zone. Free time in the afternoon. Optional dinner and get-together with the group in one of the local restaurants in the evening.
- Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Oaxaca City
- Food & Drinks Included: breakfast
- Activities Included: guided visit to Monte Albán Archeological Zone
Day 6: Oaxaca City - San Juan Bautista Coixtlahuaca - Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Biosphere Reserve - Puebla
Firstly, go to visit an impressive Ex-Convento de San Juan Bautista Coixtlahuaca. Then, head to San Juan Raya – a little village in the middle of Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Biosphere Reserve. There, accompanied by a local community guide, we will visit a place with impressive vegetation and dozens of dinosaur steps that are millions of years old. After a tour, transfer to Puebla with an optional stop at a unique local restaurant with delicious regional cuisine. Check-in, an orientation walk of the historic center of Puebla, optional dinner and get-together with the group in one of the local restaurants.
- Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Puebla
- Food & Drinks Included: breakfast
- Activities Included: guided visit to Ex-Convento de San Juan Bautista Coixtlahuaca; tour to dinosaur steps in San Juan Raya
Day 7: Puebla - Mexico City
Free time in the morning to explore the city. At midday check-out and transfer to our accommodation in Mexico City. After check-in and some rest, go to explore Mexico City’s Historic Centre and visit the world-famous National Anthropology Museum with your Tour Leader. Optional farewell dinner and get-together with the group in the evening.
- Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Mexico City
- Food & Drinks Included: breakfast
- Activities Included: walking tour of the Historic Centre of Mexico City; guided visit to the National Anthropology Museum
Day 8: Mexico City
Free program: last day of our Puerto Escondido tour. Depart at any time or extend your vacations and stay longer!
- Food & Drinks Included: breakfast
Prices
- This tour is private: only your group will participate.
- The price per person is variable and depends on the size of your group (please choose the number of participants in the booking calendar ➡️ to see the final price).
Inclusions
Included ✅
Local Expert Guides
English/Spanish bilingual Tour Leader service.
Accommodation
7x nights in conveniently located, locally-owned hotels/B&Bs
Transportation
Transportation in a private vehicle throughout the tour.
Meals
7x breakfasts.
Activities
Walking Tours and Orientation Walks: Puerto Escondido, Mazunte, Crucecita, Pluma Hidalgo, San José del Pacífico, Zaachila, San Martín Tilcajete, Oaxaca City, Puebla.
Culture and History Experiences: guided visits to Zaachila and Monte Albán Archeological Zones, Ex-Convents of Guerrero Cuilapam & San Juan Bautista Coixtlahuaca, National Anthropology Museum in Mexico City.
Nature Experiences: baby sea turtle release in Puerto Escondido (October to May), mangrove boat tour around Mazunte, guided hikes to Punta Cometa Peninsula & Bahia de Cacaluta; tour to dinosaur footprints in Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Biosphere Reserve.
Food and Drinks Experiences: visit a family mezcal distillery in Santo Tomás Tamazulapan, a Market Food Experience in Zaachila, a coffee farm tour around Pluma Hidalgo, and coffee and waffles tasting in Pluma Hidalgo.
Excluded ❌
Personal expenses
Flights
Flights are not included: check our partner deals.
Insurance
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Details
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| Meeting Point | The tour starts with a welcome meeting in the lobby of your hotel (exact name and location to be provided in trip notes before the tour). |
| Departure Time | 03:00 PM (can be adjusted on request) |
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| Accesibility | 🛑 Not wheelchair accessible. |
| Pets | 🛑 Not permitted. |
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Cancellations
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How to book?
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Cancellations & Modifications
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