Zapotec Handicrafts Tour: Women-Led Oaxaca Experience

Explore Oaxaca’s Zapotec heritage with women-led tours. Discover traditional crafts, hear inspiring stories, and immerse in local culture. Customize your experience today.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Teotitlan del Valle - Learn of the natural dying and weaving process from different native families around the valley as well as about the bee’s wax candles. You will see the natural and organic ingredients they use to obtain a big variety of colors and as well as the fibers they use to make their incredible designs in rugs. And the story of why…
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

You’ll live an authentic and ancestral elaboration process of different Zapotec handicrafts done by incredible women. We’ll visit 5 different places and women led families outside Oaxaca City where in each of them you will hear their story and about the origins of different oaxacan handcrafts. How they’re made and even participate in the process!
We will…

Location
Teotitlan del Valle
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Boricuadrado
Jun 1, 2025
ONE OF MY FAVORITE TOUR GUIDES EVER! - Our tours (yes - multiple!) with Yeti were some of the most enriching and unforgettable experiences we had in Oaxaca — HANDS DOWN! From the very beginning, Yeti brought a sense of warmth, purpose, and deep cultural insight that elevated each experience. Her storytelling and genuine connection to the communities we visited made every stop feel intentional and meaningful. What sets her tours apart is the way she centers the voices and artistry of the incredible artisans — each a master of their craft, and each with a powerful personal story. She shared these narratives with such care and respect, helping us appreciate not just the beauty of their work, but the history, resilience, and cultural heritage behind it. The visits to the workshops were intimate and inspiring — from weaving with natural dyes to ceremonial candle-making to traditional clay pottery. We were welcomed into their spaces, given insight into their techniques, and even got to try our hand at a few things ourselves. These hands-on moments made it all the more memorable and meaningful. We also enjoyed delicious lunches at a lively local markets, where the food, colors, and energy gave us yet another layer of connection to the region. I'm still dreaming about the YUMMY gorditas! These aren’t just cookie-cutter tours — they are EXPERIENCES rooted in tradition, community, and care. If you’re visiting Oaxaca and want something that goes beyond the surface, I can’t recommend Yeti enough. Her work left a deep impression on all of us, and I’m so grateful to her and the artisans for sharing their world with such generosity. I could go on and on about how much I loved them, but experience them for yourself – you won’t regret it!!!!!! ♥
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From $340 (Per Group)
up to 3 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).