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Encounter Culture & Nature in Oaxaca

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

10 Days / 9 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 10-day route through the southern state of Oaxaca, from the colonial streets and markets of Oaxaca City through the Sierra Norte highlands to the Pacific Coast at Mazunte. A private tour of Oaxaca's colonial center, Zapotec archaeological sites, and highland villages, finishing with three nights on the Pacific Coast at Mazunte.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Oaxaca International Airport (OAX).

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Day 1 — Welcome to Oaxaca City

Arrival and a private transfer to your hotel in Oaxaca City.

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Day 2 — The Streets of Antequera

A walking tour from the 17th-century aqueduct along Calle Garcia Vigil to the Templo de Santo Domingo, the Museum of Cultures, Alcala Street, the Cathedral, and Oaxaca's markets.

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Day 3 — Hierve el Agua & Mitla

The 2,000-year-old Arbol del Tule, the petrified waterfall at Hierve el Agua, a mezcal production site, the Zapotec ruins of Mitla, and a wool carpet weaving workshop in Teotitlan del Valle.

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Day 4 — Monte Alban

The hilltop Zapotec city of Monte Alban, followed by a copal wood carving workshop in Arrazola and a visit to the former convent of Santiago Cuilapam.

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Day 5 — The Latuvi Community

A drive into the Sierra Norte to the village of Latuvi, with lunch alongside community members and a traditional 'Serrano' bread-making workshop.

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Day 6 — Spring Hikes & Homemade Jam

A hike to a mountain spring with the Latuvi community, learning how they farm the land, followed by a jam-making workshop and a bonfire dinner with local oral histories.

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Day 7 — To the Pacific Coast

A morning hike around Pueblos Mancomunados, then a domestic flight from Oaxaca to Huatulco on the Pacific coast and a transfer to Mazunte.

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Day 8 — Coastal Trails of Mazunte

A day at leisure with coastal hiking trails to the Punta Cometa and Ventanilla nature reserves.

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Day 9 — Whale Watching

A free day with the option of whale watching from the beach at Punta Cometa or a boat tour further offshore.

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Day 10 — Farewell

A private transfer to Huatulco International Airport for your onward flight.

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Departure

The trip ends with a private transfer to Huatulco International Airport (HUX) for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — your own driver and vehicle for every leg, including the highland villages of the Sierra Norte.
Six nights are based around Oaxaca City and the Sierra Norte highlands (days 1–7), then three nights on the Pacific Coast at Mazunte (days 7–10).
Yes — the flight from Oaxaca to Huatulco on day 7 is part of the package.
It's offered as a day-9 activity, though sightings depend on the season and are never guaranteed with wildlife.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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