Begin your day with a visit to the Tule Tree, a millennial tree with a trunk so wide it takes 30 people to hug it. Spend 35 minutes here, where you can also grab a quick breakfast of tamales, tacos, or fresh fruit.
Next, head to Teotitlan del Valle, a town famous for its handicrafts. Visit two workshops, spending 50 minutes at each. Learn about the process of making sheep wool rugs, dyed with natural pigments using ancestral methods. Then, discover the art of making virgin beeswax candles and learn about their cultural significance.
Continue to the archaeological zone of Mitla, where your guide will share the history of this ancient site. After exploring, enjoy a traditional buffet lunch in Mitla, featuring a variety of Oaxacan dishes, including moles, handmade tortillas, and local desserts.
The highlight of the tour is a visit to the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua. Spend 1.5 hours here, with the option to hike to the foot of the waterfall with local guides or swim in the three natural pools.
End your day at a mezcal factory, where the master mezcal maker will give you a comprehensive presentation of how they make mezcal and the variety of agave types they use. Enjoy unlimited tastings of all their products at no additional cost.
