Explore Monte Albán on a private tour: uncover Zapotec tombs, terraces, and murals, and enjoy sweeping 360° views of Oaxaca Valley with stories that bring this ancient city to life.

PRICE: $1,627
per group up to 4

 

Visit a real treasure of Oaxaca with a private, licensed Private tour guide. Travel back to the 13th century!

Step into the heart of ancient Oaxaca and become part of the Zapotec civilization. You will explore Monte Albán’s sprawling terraces, pyramids, and palaces, uncovering the secrets of its tombs, tunnels, and mummified remains. As you wander through 1,606 acres of history, your private guide will reveal why the Zapotecs were called the “cloud people” and share stories that bring this 13th-century city to life. Feel the texture of ancient stones beneath your hands and admire intricate murals and stone carvings that have survived centuries. From the top of the pyramids, you will soak in sweeping 360° views of Oaxaca Valley, a panorama that connects past and present. Your journey concludes at the site’s museum, where you can reflect on the mysteries and mastery of a civilization that continues to captivate the world.

Explore terraces and pyramid platforms of Monte Albán
Hear legends whispered through ancient stone corridors
Admire intricate wall carvings and vibrant murals
Enjoy panoramic 360° views of Oaxaca Valley with a private local guide

Professional local tour guide
Transportation
Entry fees – Monte Alban and Teotitlan del Valle
Bottled water
Gratuities
Shopping/Personal expenses

 

 

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