Travessia Valley Route: Heart & Soul of Oaxaca

Un viaje de la historia milenaria al elixir de los dioses








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🌳 1. The Giant of Nature: The Tule Tree
We begin our adventure admiring the majestic Tule Tree, the living being with the widest trunk in the world.
This impressive Montezuma cypress is over 2,000 years old and is considered a sacred site that reflects the strength of nature in the Central Valleys of Oaxaca.
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🧶 2. The Art of Color: Teotitlán del Valle
We continue to this Zapotec indigenous town, world-renowned for its extraordinary wool textiles.
🧶 The Process:
Observe how wool and natural dyes—such as cochineal and indigo—are transformed into beautiful rugs, bags, and traditional textiles.
🎨 The Design:
From pre-Hispanic geometric patterns to contemporary designs, all crafted on large wooden looms.
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🏛️ 3. The City of the Dead: Mitla Archaeological Site
Our next stop is Mitla, the most important ceremonial center after the fall of Monte Albán.
Its palaces stand out for their intricate stone mosaics (grecas), assembled with perfect precision without the use of mortar—an architectural masterpiece of the Zapotec culture.
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🍽️ 4. Oaxacan Gastronomic Experience
After exploring Mitla, we will stop to enjoy traditional Oaxacan cuisine at a buffet-style restaurant.
You will be able to taste a variety of dishes such as:
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Oaxacan mole
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Tlayudas
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Enchiladas
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Traditional rice and beans
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Quesillo
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Regional desserts
A perfect opportunity to recharge and savor authentic flavors.
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💧 5. Sanctuary of Stone and Water: Hierve el Agua
We head into the mountains to discover the spectacular petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua.

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Recommendations for your adventure
👨🏫Bilingual guide available
Clothing and footwear: Comfortable walking shoes, swimsuit, sandals, towel, and a change of dry clothe
Personal care: Biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent, hat, cap, and sunglasses.
Essentials: Water bottle, camera (preferably waterproof), and cash for extra expenses and souvenirs.
Price: $1,450 MXN per person (Mexican nationals, ask about the discount)
Includes:
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Access to the sites visited
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Buffet lunch
Does not include:
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Beverages
Rate for foreign visitors: an additional charge of $105 MXN per person applies.
