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Oaxaca Explorer Tour: Discover Tule, Mitla, Hierve el Agua, Pre-Hispanic Colors & Mezcal
4.2
119 Ratings
Oaxaca de Juárez
Embark on the Oaxaca Explorer Tour and discover the wonders of Tule, Mitla, Hierve el Agua, Pre-Hispanic Colors, and Mezcal. Join our knowledgeable and friendly Lescas family guides for an unforgettable experience!
Embark on the Oaxaca Explorer Tour and discover the wonders of Tule, Mitla, Hierve el Agua, Pre-Hispanic Colors, and Mezcal. Join our knowledgeable and friendly Lescas family guides for an unforgettable experience!
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Teotitlan del Valle - The second stop takes us to Teotitlan del Valle, where we visit a family workshop renowned for its natural dyes made from roots, flowers, and insects, with the cochineal grana producing the most significant red color. Our guide, along with the artisan, will demonstrate the process, dyes, and products crafted from sheep’s…
- Teotitlan del Valle - The second stop takes us to Teotitlan del Valle, where we visit a family workshop renowned for its natural dyes made from roots, flowers, and insects, with the cochineal grana producing the most significant red color. Our guide, along with the artisan, will demonstrate the process, dyes, and products crafted from sheep’s wool.
- Santa Maria del Tule - Our tour begins with a brief yet fascinating visit to the famous Tule Tree, known as the widest tree in the world.
Optional Ticket Not Included ($20 MXN)
MARCH 2026
- Zona Arqueologica de Mitla - The tour also includes a visit to MITLA, the second most important archaeological site in Oaxaca, distinguished by the intricate grecas adorning its palaces. Our guide will share the site’s history and his enthusiasm for it. The visit includes a guided tour and free time to explore the site and the nearby craft market.
Entrance to Archaeological Zone Not Included
$105 MEXICAN
$210 FOREIGNERS
MARCH 2026
- Restaurante / Hotel Donaji - During the tour, we will stop for lunch between 1 - 2 pm at a buffet restaurant offering Oaxacan cuisine. It is recommended to have a light breakfast to fully enjoy the buffet. The buffet is chosen for its convenience and suitability for a shared group. Occasionally, there are dish or menu options available (subject to restaurant availability, especially during high season). Alternatively, you may bring your own lunch.
Buffet Not Included $220 MXN
MARCH 2026
- Hierve el Agua - One of the tour’s highlights, albeit the farthest, is the stunning boiling water waterfalls. Here, you will have 2 hours of free time to explore, swim, or capture photos of the mountain landscapes and rock formations.
ENTRANCE NOT INCLUDED 70 MXN
MARCH 2026
- El Rey de Matatlan - A favorite part of the tour for our visitors, we will visit an artisanal mezcal factory, learn about the mezcal-making process briefly, and sample over 20 different flavors.
What's Included
- Travel insurance
- Spanish/English Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Travel insurance
- Spanish/English Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Tickets or admissions are NOT included
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Meals
- Tickets or admissions are NOT included
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Meals
Additional Information
This comprehensive tour is perfect for those with limited time to explore Oaxaca, as it covers five of the most significant sites in the area!
- Tule Tree
- Pre-Hispanic Natural Colors
-
Mitla Archaeological Zone
- Enjoy a meal at a traditional Oaxacan restaurant
- Hierve el Agua (Boil the Water)
-
Mezcal Factory
What sets us apart are our…
This comprehensive tour is perfect for those with limited time to explore Oaxaca, as it covers five of the most significant sites in the area!
- Tule Tree
- Pre-Hispanic Natural Colors
-
Mitla Archaeological Zone
- Enjoy a meal at a traditional Oaxacan restaurant
- Hierve el Agua (Boil the Water)
- Mezcal Factory
What sets us apart are our exceptional guides, all members of the Lescas family. They are eager to share their passion for the beautiful Oaxaca, offering a fun, friendly, and insightful experience into the region’s history and traditions.
For those seeking a shorter experience, we offer a half-day tour focusing solely on Hierve el Agua. Check out our profile; we are Lescas Co Tours.
Location
Gral. Antonio de León 1
General Antonio de León
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(119 Ratings)
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Jomarar2026
Apr 4, 2026
Good tour - Good tour, very friendly guide and driver.
Always attentive to the passengers.
Excellent destinations to know
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Luisalberto_r
Nov 24, 2025
Very good option to get to know a lot in a short time - Very complete the experience, you know a lot about the history and traditions of Oaxaca, as well as amazing places.
Recommended 100%
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Oscar_l
Oct 2, 2025
It's a great experience,... - It's a great experience, time goes so quick, really experienced guide and driver, bring some cash it's not necessary but it's nice to have
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Scenic52287172665
Aug 2, 2025
The attention of the driver and guide very good, the person who accompanied us in boiling water a very attentive and respectful gentleman - Very good staff, accessible, attentive, the food place was not very good, there should be more typical food
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Blanca_s
Jul 13, 2025
The highlight of our trip - That it is a must when they visit Oaxaca.
The tour was amazing. Angel the guide was outstanding.
Amazing.
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508kaelynf
Jun 1, 2025
Excellent and welcoming. - The views were genuinely good.
Our bus driver was amazing, took care of my entire group. Mezcal tasting was a wonderful final event.
The artisan experience, alongside Angel our host, was amazing. The art was amazing.
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Claudia_d
Mar 14, 2025
Excellent - Very well organized, good driver, excellent guide, very knowledge and funny, long trip but worth it, would recommend!
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Melinda_r
Mar 14, 2025
Authentic Oaxaca - Long day, but totally worth it! I loved the variety of activities, the fun international group and the masterful tour guide. I felt that I got to SEE Oaxaca, from pre Columbia to modern times. The calcified waterfalls were better that any pictures I saw before hand and were the highlight of the day. There was a great balance of tour and solo time.
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Bonnie_t
Mar 1, 2025
Angel was an Angel! - Our tour was absolutely fantastic and exceptionally well-planned. From start to finish, everything was seamless, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the experience.
Our guide, Angel, was outstanding. His deep knowledge of each site, combined with his gift for storytelling, brought history to life in a way that was both engaging and informative. You could truly see his passion for his work, which made the tour even more special. Beyond just sharing facts, he made every moment captivating, and we thoroughly enjoyed our conversations with him.
Our driver, Hector, was an absolute gem—kind, courteous, and always looking out for us. He ensured we traveled comfortably and safely, always ready to lend a hand as we got in and out of the vehicle.
Together, Angel and Hector made this tour an unforgettable experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better team, and we highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an amazing journey!
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Rebecca_l
Jan 12, 2026
Not bilingual, no guide - We had no guide that traveled to the sites with us (and no information at all given at the Tule tree or Hierve el agua), only a driver. The main problem is that this is advertised as a bilingual tour… I am glad I speak Spanish and English. When we boarded the van, nothing was said to us until we got to the Tule tree, and then it was just that we had 30 min to walk around. No information about the site or its significance. However what was said, was in Spanish only, so I translated for some of the non-Spanish speakers, who, bear in mind, thought they signed up for an English tour. When we got to the next stops, a Spanish/English speaking participant of the group had to translate the instructions that were given from the driver. It is not the fault of the participants for not knowing Spanish if they signed up for a tour that was advertised as being in English… and that was for the stops where we had a guide.
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