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Imperio Monte Albán, Ex Convento de Cuilapan y Artesanías locales

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Oaxaca City, Mexico
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On average, this is booked 28 (13) days in advance.

8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Vive la historia y creatividad de Oaxaca en un solo día. Admira la grandeza de Monte Albán, descubre cómo nacen los coloridos alebrijes en Arrazola, recorre el exconvento de Cuilápam y conoce el arte del barro negro en San Bartolo Coyotepec. Complementa la experiencia con una parada para disfrutar de un buffet de comida regional.

Un recorrido que conecta el legado zapoteca con las tradiciones que siguen vivas en los talleres artesanales.

Horario: 8:30 a. m. a 5:00 p. m., aprox.

Entradas y alimentos no incluidos:
• Monte Albán: $210 MXN extranjeros / $105 con INE mexicana.
• Cuilápam: $145 MXN extranjeros / $80 con INE mexicana.
• Buffet: $220 MXN por persona, más bebidas.

Lleva efectivo, calzado cómodo, sombrero y agua.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Seguro de viaje, dentro de la unidad
  • Guía acreditado por SECTUR
  • Brunch
  • Meals restaurante buffet
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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5 de Mayo 300
RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

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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 COSTO ENTRADA $215 extranjero /$105 nacionales
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2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Convento de Cuilapam

Seguimos nuestro viaje por el Ex Convento de Cuilapam de Guerrero del siglo XVI, único en los valles de Oaxaca, por albergar una hermosa capilla abierta. Si gustas conocer su museo tiene un costo extra de $145 pesos por persona
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

San Bartolo Coyotepec

Por último, admira las artesanías de cerámica negra en San Bartolo Coyotepec. El proceso de elaboración y una zona de comprars de barro.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Convento de Cuilapam

Cerca de la zona pasaremos a un restaurante buffet para que puedan comer y descansar un poco. ($220 mx + bebidas)
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Problemas de altura o mareos recurrentes
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Imperio Monte Albán, Ex Convento de Cuilapan y Artesanías locales?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Seguro de viaje, dentro de la unidad
  • Guía acreditado por SECTUR
  • Brunch
  • Mealsrestaurante buffet
  • Gratuities
  • Tickets to Cuilapam
  • Tickets to Monte alban

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • problemas de altura o mareos recurrentes
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

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