Oaxaca Food Tour: All Tastes from Monte Alban to Huatulco (10 Days)

Itinerary

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   Mexico City

   Get ready for the Oaxaca Food Tour! Arrive in Mexico City – the largest city in Latin America, where ancient and modern coexist in harmony. Arrive at any time on Saturday (or some days before) and take your time to explore this diverse city before meeting your group and Tour Leader in the evening. After a brief welcome meeting, follow your guide and go to discover some of the most iconic taco places in the historic center, try pulque, and have a shot of smoky mezcal! ­ • Transportation : walking • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Mexico City • Gastronomic Experiences Included : "Tacos, Pulque & Mezcal Crawl" in the Historic Center of Mexico City

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   Mexico City

   Start your day by local food and history tour visiting famous San Juan Market, where you’ll explore a variety of exotic foods from different Mexican regions. Afterward, visit a chocolate museum to learn about the history of this delicious drink and try your hand at preparing your own traditional chocolate. Following the visit, indulge in a lunch at one of the traditional cantinas. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the unique offerings of this vibrant city—your Tour Leader will be happy to provide suggestions for things to do. In the evening, join the group for an optional dinner and get-together to share your experiences from the day.­ • Transportation : walking • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Mexico City • Meals Included : breakfast (Local Food Experience); lunch • Gastronomic Experiences Included : guided visit to the Museum of Chocolate in Mexico City

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   Mexico City - Teotihuacan - pulque farm - Cholula - Puebla

   After breakfast and checkout, go to visit the UNESCO-listed Teotihuacán – Mexico’s biggest ancient city and the capital of the country’s biggest pre-Hispanic empire. In the afternoon, after a guided tour of the archaeological site and a buffet lunch at a nearby restaurant, visit a pulque farm to see all stages of production of this ancient fermented drink and sample local specialties. Then, stop in the Magical Town of Cholula to see the world’s largest pyramid, explore its rich history, visit the local market, and experience the regional cuisine.Afterward, head to Puebla . Once a bastion of conservatism and tradition, the city retains a fantastically well-preserved UNESCO-listed historical center, a stunning cathedral, and dozens of beautiful churches. This place is also full of galleries, cozy cafes, and bars where younger poblanos (people from Puebla) are embracing the city’s booming art and nightlife scenes. Optional dinner and get-together with the group in the evening. ­ • Transportation : private vehicle; walking • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Puebla • Meals Included : breakfast, lunch • Culture & History Experiences Included : guided visit to Teotihuacan Archeological Zone; orientation walk of the historic center of Cholula • Gastronomic Experiences Included : pulque ranch tour with local food tastings; guided visit to the Museo de la Sidra Copa de Oro with cider tasting

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   Puebla

   Start your morning by exploring Puebla’s charming historic center, filled with fine colonial mansions, the 16th-century cathedral, the leafy Zocalo square, and the 17th-century Biblioteca Palafoxiana. Afterward, enjoy a guided visit to the Museum of Popular Art, housed in the Ex-Convent of Santa Rosa. According to local legend, this is where the famous mole poblano was born. In the afternoon, experience a hands-on cooking session with a local chef, where you’ll prepare your very own mole. Continue your walking tour, making a stop at one of Puebla’s oldest and most famous canteens to enjoy some traditional liquor tastings. In the evening, join the group for an optional dinner and get-together at one of the local restaurants to reflect on your day. ­ • Transportation : walking • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Puebla • Meals Included : breakfast • Culture & History Experiences Included : guided visits to the Museum of Popular Art in Puebla; walking tour of the historic center Puebla • Gastronomic Experiences Included : cooking class of Pueblan cuisine &  local liquor tasting in Puebla

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   Puebla - Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Biosphere Reserve - Oaxaca City

   In the morning, venture deep into one of Mexico’s most biodiverse landscapes with a guided exploration of the Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Biosphere Reserve. Walk among towering columnar cacti and ancient agave plants as your local guide reveals the rich history and extraordinary endemic species of this UNESCO-recognized site. Afterward, journey toward Oaxaca City, pausing for a unique culinary experience where native ingredients—like edible insects and wild cactus—take center stage. Along the way, uncover the region’s salt-making traditions with a visit to artisanal salt mines that have sustained communities for generations. Upon arrival in Oaxaca, take in the charm of the city with a guided walking tour through its historic center, discovering architectural gems, local life, and colorful markets. As evening falls, settle into your accommodations and, if you wish, gather with fellow travelers for a relaxed dinner at a local restaurant—a perfect close to a day rich in natural beauty, cultural heritage, and warm hospitality.­ • Transportation : private vehicle • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Oaxaca City • Meals Included : breakfast, lunch • Culture & History Experiences Included : orientation walk of Oaxaca's historic center • Nature Experiences Included : guided hike in Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Biosphere Reserve • Gastronomic Experiences Included : guided visit of salt mines around Zapotitlán Salinas

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   Oaxaca City - Monte Albán - Oaxaca City

   In the morning, start your day with a traditional Oaxacan breakfast at one of the city’s most iconic markets. Afterward, head to the UNESCO-listed Monte Albán, one of Mexico’s most significant archaeological sites, to explore its ancient ruins and learn about its history. Once your tour is complete, transfer back to the historic center and enjoy a buffet-style lunch at one of the city’s popular restaurants. Later, continue your exploration of Oaxaca with your Tour Leader, and in the late afternoon, participate in a pre-Hispanic cooking class, where you’ll learn to prepare traditional dishes. In the evening, enjoy free time or join the group for an optional get-together at one of the local bars to unwind and share experiences.­ • Transportation : private vehicle, walking • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Oaxaca City • Meals Included : breakfast (Market Food Experience), lunch & chocolate tasting • Culture & History Experiences Included : guided visit to Monte Alban Archeological Zone • Gastronomic Experiences Included : pre-Hispanic cooking class with local beer & mezcal

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   Oaxaca City - San Martín Tilcajete - Miahuatlan - San Jose del Pacifico

   After breakfast and checkout from our accommodation in San Jose del Pacifico , take a picturesque mountain road towards the coffee region of Pluma Hidalgo . As a matter of fact, the local Pluma Gourmet type is one of the most prestigious in the country. Once there, visit a family-run coffee farm to have a delicious lunch of local specialties and learn about the production of this aromatic drink. Thereafter, visit Pluma Hidalgo itself. Located in Sierra Sur mountains at 2,500 meters above sea level this little town literally touches the sky. After an orientation walk of the town’s compact center and a cup of local coffee with delicious waffles, we will head to our final destination – Huatulco . This region is famous for world-class beaches snuggled in sheltered bays scattered along the thickly forested Pacific coast. Orientation walk of La Crucecita’s center, optional dinner and get-together with the group in one of the local restaurants in the evening. ­ • Transportation : private vehicle • Accommodation : eco-cabins in San Jose del Pacifico • Meals Included : breakfast • Culture & History Experiences Included : orientation walks of San Martín Tilcajete & San Jose del Pacifico • Gastronomic Experiences Included : mezcal distillery visit with tastings around Miahuatlan

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   San Jose del Pacifico - Pluma Hidalgo - Huatulco

   After breakfast and checkout from our accommodation in San Jose del Pacifico, take a picturesque mountain road towards the coffee region of Pluma Hidalgo. As a matter of fact, the local Pluma Gourmet type is one of the most prestigious in the country. Once there, visit a family-run coffee farm to have a delicious lunch of local specialties and learn about the production of this aromatic drink. Thereafter, visit Pluma Hidalgo itself. Located in the Sierra Sur mountains at 2,500 meters above sea level this little town literally touches the sky. After an orientation walk of the town's compact center and a cup of local coffee with delicious waffles, we will head to our final destination - Huatulco. This region is famous for world-class beaches snuggled in sheltered bays scattered along the thickly forested Pacific coast. Orientation walk of La Crucecita's center, optional dinner and get-together with the group in one of the local restaurants in the evening. ­ • Transportation : private vehicle • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Crucicita • Meals Included : breakfast, lunch, waffles & coffee tasting • Culture & History Experiences Included : orientation walks of Pluma Hidalgo & La Crucecita • Gastronomic Experiences Included : coffee farm tour with tastings around Pluma Hidalgo

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   Huatulco

   In the morning, take a boat tour to the picturesque bays of Huatulco National Park. Free time in the. afternoon. Optional farewell dinner and get-together with the group in one of the local restaurants in the evening. • Transportation : private vehicle • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Crucicita • Meals Included : breakfast; beers, water, soft drinks, fruits & snacks during a boat tour • Nature Experiences Included : boat tour to Huatulco National Park

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    Huatulco

    Free program: last day of our Oaxaca Food Tour . Depart at any time or extend your vacations and stay longer! ­ • Meals Included : breakfast

Important information

Meeting point

• Your accommodation in Mexico City (exact location to be provided in trip notes before the tour).
  Zócalo, Ciudad de México
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Cancellation policy

100% charge if you cancel less than 360 hours in advance. 50% charge if you cancel less than 720 hours in advance. No charge if you cancel more than 60 days in advance.