Archeological Tours
In the Central Valleys of Oaxaca you will find at least seven archeological zones belonging to the Zapotec people who controlled this region from around 500 BC to 1000 AD. Monte Alban, the first site to be constructed, was the largest and most notable and the Zapotecs who built it reigned there for close to 1,500 years. When Monte Alban finally started to collapse around 900 AD, other sites sprung up, most likely generated by the elites from Monte Alban. Close by, and part of the extensive Monte Alban complex is the newly excavated zone of Atzompa. The next largest zones are Mitla and Yagul. Although the sites of Lambityeco, Dainzú and Zaachila are comparatively smaller, they are just as important and interesting and should not be missed.
​ Monte Alban
Monte Alban
This tour is around 4 hours.
Mitla
This tour is around 8 hours.
Zaachilla
This tour is around 8 hours.
Yagul & Lambityeco
This tour is around 4 hours.
MEETING POINT:

We will meet at our family B&B La Casa de Mis Recuerdos which is centrally located.
DURATION:

Our tours depart at 9 AM, are customizable and last from 4-8 hours depending on the site visited. Time quoted includes tour, transport and lunch (depending on the length of the tour). 

TRANSPORTATION:

Our late-model transports can carry up to 18 passengers; the drivers are insured and licensed for tourism.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

The tour includes a licensed federal guide, transport, site entrance fees and bottled water.

ADDITIONAL COSTS:

Lunch, additional drinks, tips and incidentals are not included.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Oaxaca city altitude is 5,100 ft, Monte Alban is 6,400 ft, so please keep this in mind. There will be stairs and walking in the direct sun so we recommend you bring broken-in walking shoes, sunblock, a hat, sunglasses or even a parasol for the sun.