Monte Albán, Arrazola, Cuilapam y San Bartolo Coyotepec.
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the cultural treasures surrounding Oaxaca on a full-day trip with an experienced guide. Travel by coach to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Monte Alban and discover the excavated ruins of this ancient Zapotec city. Meet local artisans making black pottery in the town of San Bartolo Coyotepec and admire the famous wood-carved figures of San Antonio Arrazola. From the mountaintop pyramids of Monte Alban to the Cuilapam Convent on the valley floor, you’ll learn all about the region’s rich history! Round-trip hotel transport is included.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Travel insurance
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional English- and Spanish-speaking guide
Gratuities
Brunch
Tickets to Cuilapam
Tickets to Monte alban
What To Expect
Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
Explora los tesoros culturales que rodean Oaxaca en un viaje de un día completo. Comenzamos por Monte Albán, declarado Patrimonio de la Humanidad por la UNESCO en el año de 1987, descubre los maravillosos edificios de esta antigua ciudad Zapoteca
San Antonio Arrazola
Continuamos a Conocer a los artesanos locales, en San Antonio Arrazola, que con su gracia e imaginación crean figuras fantásticas mejor conocidas como alebrijes.
Options
Zapotec Rout (no Tickets)
Route to the towns
Duration: 8 hours
Same route but no tickets: You visit Monte alban archeological zone, Cuilapam ex monastery, Arrazola alebrije workshop and Coyotepec workshop
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Reviews
208 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our guide was...
Sara Z,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Gave us a good amount of time to explore on our own. Monte Alban is beautiful, and I think the church at San Bartolo was fascinating, esp for those interested in the colonial/missionary history of the area
Recommend!
BAdriana G,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of walking but 100% worth it the buffet was sooooo good and the pyramids were such a beautiful view.
Discovering Oaxaca with an exceptional guide
Cindy M,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing tour that included Monte Albán, Arrazola, Cuilápam and San Bartolo Coyotepec. Our guide, Antonio, was exceptional, knowledgeable and passionate about the history and culture of Oaxaca. He shared a lot of interesting information and always added his personal touch, which made the experience even more special. Throughout the tour he answered all our questions and made sure the whole group was well attended to. I greatly appreciate his dedication and enthusiasm; thanks to him, I am leaving Oaxaca with an even greater interest in his story. I even plan to look for some of the archaeologists and books he recommended. A highly recommended experience!
Great tour for culture and art
Nicole P,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! Hit a bunch of great spots and learned a lot about local art and culture! Very convenient and well organized.
Superb craftsmanship
Giuliana S,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We did this tour with the Oaxacatours agency, our bilingual guide was very knowledgeable and available, and even took us to visit some typical artisan workshops in the Monte Albán area, which we enjoyed a lot.
Great tour.
Paula J,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic tour. Our guide was excellent. He was passionate and well spoken. He is an archaeologist so he knows his stuff. Learned so much. The lunch was awesome!!
Wonderful Oaxaca
patyc618,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Extraordinary visit, it is worth investing time in knowing Monte Alban, if possible, with the company of a guide, to explain in detail ,This wonder
Outstanding and exciting experience.
HECTOR C,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Emanuel did an outstanding job, being kind and exited to share all the information he has gathered through his own life, experience and studying. He had every bit of information about every place, every historical name, every historical time. I totally recommend enjoying this tour.
Lovely, informative tour...
Trevor L,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lovely, informative tour that makes a great day trip from Oaxaca. We left promptly at 8:30 and returned to Oaxaca City a bit after 5 pm. We particularly loved Monte Alban and the pottery demonstration. Lunch was ~300 pesos apiece (buffet + one beer) + Monte Alban/monastery entrances (175 pesos apiece) + tip.
Very complete tour, the...
Ares G,
Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very complete tour, the guide we had, Jose, was excellent! The visit to Monte Albán was great and it was also worth the view to Culiapam and the ceramic workshop to finish the experience.
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