Oaxaca Tours & Holidays
Oaxaca Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
The capital of Mexico's mountainous culinary destination, this charming colonial city is set amongst the lush landscapes of the central valleys of south-western Mexico. Nestling in the foothills of the Sierra Madre and Sierra Norte, the city was founded by the Spanish in 1521, on the site of an ancient Aztec military outpost. Ideally situated for exploring the Zapotec and Mixtec ruins at Monte Alban and Mitla, the city's historic centre was inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage list in 1987. It ...
The capital of Mexico's mountainous culinary destination, this charming colonial city is set amongst the lush landscapes of the central valleys of south-western Mexico. Nestling in the foothills of the Sierra Madre and Sierra Norte, the city was founded by the Spanish in 1521, on the site of an ancient Aztec military outpost. Ideally situated for exploring the Zapotec and Mixtec ruins at Monte Alban and Mitla, the city's historic centre was inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage list in 1987. It is home to some truly magnificent edifices, including the old monastery of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Neoclassical Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption. The city is also famed for its annual festival of Guelaguetza, a month-long celebration of Oaxacan culture.
Best experiences
Hike to Hierve el Agua
Take a hike through the valleys surrounding Hierve el Agua before arriving at the bizarre rock formations known as the “petrified waterfall”. Along the way stop at a hidden waterfall for a chance to swim in the natural springs of an ancient canyon.
Visit the ruins of Monte Alban
This great mountain top Zapotec city has 13 centuries of history is easily the area’s most magnificent ancient ruins. Your private guide will explain the significance of the site’s pyramids, ceremonial rock carvings, huge ball court and 170 excavated tombs.
Go mountain biking
Mountain bike in the misty forests of Oaxaca’s northern sierra for a downhill adventure from 3,200 meters down to 1,500 meters (5,000 feet) travelling through its different ecosystems and picturesque rural communities, with local family visits and lunch stops.OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY
Casa Conzatti, Oaxaca
Originally the home of Don Cassiano Conzatti, a naturalist and botanist born in Italy who settled in Oaxaca at the end of the last century, the Casa Conzatti is now a lovely, three star hotel in the…
Casa Oaxaca, Oaxaca
Casa Oaxaca is a 17th century colonial mansion that has been converted into a boutique hotel with only nine rooms. Superbly located in the centre of Oaxaca, the property is considered to be one of the…
Hostal De La Noria, Oaxaca
Just two blocks from the Zócalo or central plaza, is the charismatic four-star Hostal de la Noria. A distinct colonial, Hispano-Mexican style décor can be found throughout the property taking guests…