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Mexico City to Oaxaca: Pottery & Aztec Pyramids

7 Days Mexico City to Oaxaca
Mexico City to Oaxaca: Pottery & Aztec Pyramids
Mexico City to Oaxaca: Pottery & Aztec Pyramids
Mexico City to Oaxaca: Pottery & Aztec Pyramids

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 7 Day Mexico City to Oaxaca: Pottery & Aztec Pyramids. This short but oh-so sweet trip through Central Mexico captures some of the best parts of the country's culture, landscapes, and tasty culinary traditions. You’ll visit the massive pyramids at the ancient Aztec capital of Teotihuacán before travelling to Puebla, a city famous for its talavera pottery and beautiful architecture. Next, you’re heading to Oaxaca where you’ll cap off your trip with a seemingly endless variety of delicious food and cultural traditions, including a visit to an read more “alebrijes" workshop where you’ll see these brightly coloured art pieces synonymous to the region being brought to life. Muy bueno, indeed.
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Trip Length
Trip Length

7 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Mexico City

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Oaxaca

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Trip Style

Classic

Budget
Budget

Affordable

Age Range
Age Range

6-99 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

16

Pace
Pace

Leisurely

Guide Style
Guide Style

Fully Guided

Tour Code
Tour Code

CMMX

Itinerary

We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this bustling metropolis. Talk to your agent about booking pre-tour accommodation. Stay: Hotel PF Suites

Take advantage of a day get to know Mexico City. Opt to check out the sprawling zócalo (main square), visit the Frida Kahlo museum in vibrant Coyoacán, or view impressive Mayan and Aztec artifacts at the National Anthropology Museum. Stay: Hotel PF Suites (B)

Rise early and explore the ancient city of Teotihuacan on a guided tour. Stand in awe of the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, stroll down the Avenue of the Dead and learn all about the site's importance to Mexico's ancient cultures for thousands of years, at one point being the largest city in the entire Americas. Continue to Puebla and enjoy an orientation walk downtown. Stay: Hotel Gilfer (B)

Enjoy a free day to explore the city. Opt to visit a ceramics workshop, check out the pyramid of nearby Cholula, sample delicious local specialties, or watch a lucha libre wrestling match at night. Stay: Hotel Gilfer (B)

Journey south to beautiful Oaxaca, and get a feel for the city on an orientation walk, stopping to visit one of its sprawling markets. After, visit the Alebrijes Artisan Community for your G for Good moment. Meet a local artisan, speak with them, ask any questions the group may have, and learn more about how the Alebrijes are crafted. Stay: Hotel Oaxaca Real (B)

Take advantage of free time, and opt to learn how to make mole in a cooking class, shop at nearby artisan villages, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mitla, or sample some mezcal at a local distillery - look out for the worm! In the evening enjoy a guided tasting of local favorites. Stay: Hotel Oaxaca Real (B)

Depart at any time. With so much to do in Oaxaca, we strongly suggest booking an extra night to explore all this fabulous city has to offer. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Climb the Pyramid of the Sun at Teotihuacan.
  • See the beautiful architecture and churches in Puebla.
  • Sample mezcal at a local distillery.
  • Try one of the delicious varieties of mole in Mexico's gastronomic heartland.

  • Your G for Good Moment: Alebrijes Artisan Community Workshop & Lunch, Oaxaca
  • Your G for Good Moment: Oaxaca Cuisine Tasting Experience, Oaxaca
  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: Oaxaca
  • Guided tour of Teotihuacan
  • Orientation walk in Puebla
  • Orientation walk and market visit in Oaxaca
  • Alebrijes Artisan Community Visit
  • Oaxaca cuisine tasting experience
  • Free time in Puebla and Oaxaca
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Hotels (6 Nights)

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guide

  • 6 breakfasts

  • Private vehicle, walking

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Operator

G Adventures
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.

On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Classic
Trip Style: Classic

Get the best of both worlds with G's Classic trips as your knowledgeable CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads you to iconic highlights and hidden gems, while ample free time lets you discover what excites you most. Enjoy included meals showcasing local flavours, plus opportunities to dive deeper into the food scene independently. Stay in comfortable hotels, authentic homestays, and unique accommodations that capture the spirit of each destination.

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Dates & Pricing USD USD

Saturday 28 Feb 2026 28 Feb 26 Mexico City
Friday 06 Mar 2026 06 Mar 26 Oaxaca
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