Day 3 - Monte Alban and Alebrijes

Breakfast in your hotel in Oaxaca

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel in Oaxaca.

Monte Albán and Alebrijes

Today we will visit the archaeological site of Monte Albán, the capital city of the Zapotec, one of the most splendid cultures of pre-Hispanic times. Monte Albán is located on the top of a mountain, the view from the pyramids to the city of Oxaca is beautiful.

Then we go to the town of Arrazola, famous for its Alebrijes factories. If one day you dreamed of buying a beautiful alebrije to decorate your house this is the right time.

Lodging at the Hotel Marques del Valle****

The Hotel Marqués del Valle is located in the Zócalo of the City of Oaxaca. It has comfortable rooms decorated with fine wooden furniture and textiles from the region.

Hotel Fortín Plaza in Oaxaca ****

Hotel Fortin Plaza is located next to the Auditorium of Guelaguetza, some minutes away from the city center. It is a 4 Star hotel that has a panoramic view of the city.

Parador del Dominico Hotel

The Parador del Dominico Hotel, located in the City of Oaxaca 800 meters from the center of Oaxaca de Juárez, offers accommodation with a restaurant. This 3-star hotel features a garden (central patio) and cozy rooms with air conditioning and private bathroom. The 32 soundproof rooms come with free Wifi internet access and room service. In your free time, you can take advantage of entertainment options such as a flat-screen TV with cable channels, along with other practical services like a balcony and separate dining area.

Accommodation at Hotel Oaxaca Real ****

Hotel Sin Nombre Oaxaca ****

Located in a carefully restored 17th-century mansion, this hotel combines contemporary sophistication with the cultural richness of Oaxaca, offering a tranquil and stylish stay. Its privileged location, just a 2-minute walk from the Oaxaca Cathedral and 6 minutes from the Textile Museum, makes it the ideal starting point for exploring the historic center. Additionally, it is only 9 km from the Oaxaca International Airport, making your arrival and departure easier.

Summary

Special trip to discover and enjoy the wonderful Guelaguetza festival in Oaxaca. During this festival, the different traditions that the towns of Oaxaca have to offer the world are showcased from the depths of their traditions.

The Guelaguetza is an iconic festival of Oaxaca, Mexico, celebrated in July in honor of the Virgin of Carmen. Known for its vibrant display of the cultural diversity of the region, the Guelaguetza features parades, cultural presentations, and folk dances that represent the unique traditions of the different Oaxacan regions. Traditional costumes, authentic food, and local crafts, as well as the festive atmosphere that fills the streets of Oaxaca, make this celebration a unique experience that honors the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Get ready to experience this wonderful festival of the Oaxacan community.

July arrives and the atmosphere in Oaxaca feels festive, colors and fireworks are seen, music and the revelry of the calendas are heard in the streets, and the scents of traditional food, fruits, bread, and mezcal are also in the air. Once again, as every year, the moment of the Great Festival of the Oaxacans has arrived: The Guelaguetza.

This tour is based on accommodation at the Parador del Dominico hotel in the Historic Center***.

Hotel Picks

Day 1

Lodging at the Hotel Marques del Valle****

Hotel Fortín Plaza in Oaxaca ****

Hotel Grand Fiesta Americana at Oaxaca

Parador del Dominico Hotel

Accommodation at Hotel Oaxaca Real ****

Day 2

Lodging at the Hotel Marques del Valle****

Parador del Dominico Hotel

Day 3

Lodging at the Hotel Marques del Valle****

Hotel Fortín Plaza in Oaxaca ****

Parador del Dominico Hotel

Accommodation at Hotel Oaxaca Real ****

Hotel Sin Nombre Oaxaca ****

Day 4

Lodging at the Hotel Marques del Valle****

Parador del Dominico Hotel

Hotel Grand Fiesta Americana at Oaxaca

Price include

Day: 1

Arrival and shuttle to Oaxaca City
City Tour of Oaxaca City

Day: 2

Breakfast in your hotel in Oaxaca

Day: 3

Breakfast in your hotel in Oaxaca
Monte Albán and Alebrijes

Day: 4

Breakfast in your hotel in Oaxaca
Guelaguetza Festival

Day: 5

Breakfast in your hotel in Oaxaca
Shuttle from Oaxaca city to the airport
End of trip in Oaxaca

Visited Places and Cities

A: Oaxaca, México

Reviews

2019-Jul-29

Review from:

Chiaki Ikawa

En general el viaje fue bueno. Pero por ejemplo, no me han avisado el cambio que hubo en horario y me enteré porque yo llamé por teléfono, de ahí cualquier cosa confirmé por teléfono. Menos mal que siempre me contestaron. El hotel fue un hotel bonito pero nos asignaron de una cama en lugar de doble. Yo viajé con mi hijo y normalmente dormimos en dos camas separadas.

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Guelaguetza Special with Hotel Oaxaca Real 2026

Start: Oaxaca, México - End: Oaxaca, México

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