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A large rock formation with vertical striations and a waterfall. 1
A horse eating hay near a large, rusty water pump. 2
A waterfall cascading down a cliff surrounded by lush greenery. 3
A metal spiral sculpture, a bottle labeled 'NEZCAL SIGILOSO', and a rustic setting with plants and a stone structure in the background. 4
A loom with colorful threads and a purple spindle. 5

Flavours and landscapes Hierve el Agua Mezcal Textiles y Chocolate

By TONALLI TOURS OAXACA
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$1,027 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Immerse yourself in Oaxaca on a day full of tradition, landscapes and flavours that will awaken all your senses.
It will start in Teotitlán del Valle, a town of Zapotec artisans dedicated to making wool mats woven on a pedal loom, giving them colour based on natural dyes such as indigo or cochineal grain. Then you’ll marvel at Hierve el Agua, its petrified waterfalls and pools, a unique place to admire nature and capture unforgettable photos. You will continue in a factory of artisan mezcal, where you will learn every detail of its elaboration and enjoy a guided tasting that will make your palate vibrate.
To close the day, live a home-cooked meal with a local cook, where you will participate in the grinding of chocolate from cocoa and try traditional recipes full of history and flavour.
More than a tour, this experience is an immersion in the culture and heart of Oaxaca, designed so that every moment stays with you forever.

Activity location

  • Hierve el Agua
    • Oaxaca, Oaxaca, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hierve el Agua
    • Oaxaca, Oaxaca, Mexico

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Toyota Hiace (VAN)

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Guided service with transport
Private
Duration: 8 hours: Being a private service can add time
Water and soft drinks
Toyota Hiace: New model vehicle with climate and wide coverage insurance, ideal for groups of families or friends.
Pickup included

Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$1,026.81 x 1 TravellerAU$1,026.81
Total
Price is AU$1,026.81

Luxury Mercedes Sprinter

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Guided service with transport
Private
Duration: 8 hours: 8 hours : Being a private service you can add time
Water and soft drinks
Luxury Mercedes Sprinter: Climate-controlled vehicle with passenger insurance, wider than a standard van, ideal for groups of up to 15 people.

Pickup included

Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$1,314.31 x 1 TravellerAU$1,314.31
Total
Price is AU$1,314.31

What's included, what's not

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    Private transport
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    Soft drink/Pop
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    Admission fee
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    Bottled water
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Chocolate tasting with traditional cook included
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals
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    Breakfast
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Teotitlán del Valle (Pass by)

We start in Teotitlán del Valle, here you will discover the richness of Zapotec textile art, where artisans use sheep wool and natural dyes such as cochineal grain, indigo and other pigments extracted from plants and minerals. You will see how, in traditional pedal looms, they transform these materials into mats and textiles full of colour, history and ancient symbolism. You can accompany each stage of the process, from washing and dyeing the wool to the final fabric. In addition, you will have the opportunity to take a unique handcrafted piece, a memory that captures the living essence of this Oaxacan culture.

Hierve el Agua

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Explore Hierve el Agua, a spectacular natural site where mineral-rich waters have formed petrified waterfalls and natural pools. Surrounded by a stunning landscape of mountains, this place is ideal for connecting with nature, enjoying hikes and capturing unforgettable views. A must stop for those looking for natural beauty in Oaxaca.

Santiago Matatlan

  • 1h
stop at an artisan mezcal factory to discover the care and passion behind each bottle. You’ll know how agave is selected, which can take up to 25 years to mature, and how it cooks slowly in stone ovens, which gives it that characteristic smoky flavour. Then you will see the traditional grinding process with the tahona, and how the must naturally ferments in wooden or stone tubs. Finally, distillation in copper or mud stills preserves the unique aromas and nuances that make mezcal an Oaxacan gem. By sampling its different varieties, you will understand why this distillate is so much more than a drink – it is bottled history, tradition and culture to share.

Santa Ana del Valle (Pass by)

You will have the opportunity to meet Mrs. Dalia, one of the great traditional cooks of Oaxaca, guardian of ancient recipes and techniques that have been passed down through generations. You’ll experience the unique experience of observing and participating in the artisanal elaboration of chocolate, from roasting beans to grinding, while listening to the stories and cultural significance behind this millennial process. Then, you can enjoy a home-cooked meal prepared with fresh and local ingredients, where each bite reflects the love, dedication and authentic essence of Oaxacan cuisine. This encounter is much more than a meal; it is a deep connection with the tradition and heart of Oaxaca.

Location

Activity location

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    Hierve el Agua
    • Oaxaca, Oaxaca, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hierve el Agua
    • Oaxaca, Oaxaca, Mexico

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