Trip Overview
Our Modern Adventure to Oaxaca packs in so much of the complex, fascinating culture of Mexico. We’ll experience it all—at artist studios, ancient Zapotec ruins, agave plantations, local markets, street-food stands, and gracious city-center hotels. We’ll explore Oaxaca’s true flavors and traditions, its vibrant art scene and culture, and of course, its smoky mezcals.
This trip overview is designed to answer questions regarding our Modern Adventure in Oaxaca, including the itinerary, food & drink, fitness level, packing list and more. If any changes are made, we will update this document and you as appropriate.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
DAY 1: OAXACA
Meet at 10am on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Quinta Real Hotel in Oaxaca City
City market food tour and tastings
Welcome cocktails
Welcome dinner at Alejandro Ruiz's Casa Oaxaca
Lodging: Quinta Real
DAY 2: OAXACA
Visit Zapotec weaving village of Teotitlan del Valle
Home-cooked lunch
Weaving Demo
Tlayuda dinner
Lodging: Quinta Real
DAY 3: OAXACA
Hands-on cooking workshop and lunch at Rancho 314 with Chef Rodolfo
Free evening to explore Oaxaca at your leisure
Lodging: Quinta Real
DAY 4: OAXACA
Agave plantation, mezcal tasting
Visit Palenque, an ancient Mayan site
Traditional BBQ lunch
Free evening to explore and dine in Oaxaca on your own
Lodging: Quinta Real
DAY 5: OAXACA
Visit iconic ruins of Monte Alban
Visit Atzompa with a home-cooked lunch
Meet master potter family
Evening in Oaxaca on own
Lodging: Quinta Real
DAY 6: OAXACA
Shaman experience
Afternoon on own
Private farewell dinner & celebration
Lodging: Quinta Real
DAY 7: OAXACA
Last day and final goodbyes
Modern Adventure will provide a complimentary transfer to Oaxaca’s OAX airport. To join this transfer, your onward flight from OAX should depart at 1pm or later
Our Accommodations
Quinta Real
5 de Mayo 300, Ruta Independencia, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oaxaca
Tel. +52 855 266 5203
quinta-real-oaxaca.com
Off a central side street, a few blocks from the zocalo and central shops and eateries, a street gate opens into a breathtaking oasis that’s our Oaxaca City home: a boutique hotel with a dozen spacious rooms blending the city’s distinctive styles. Serenity reigns in its thoughtful garden spaces, with palm trees, covered walkways and an outdoor patio bar.
Inclusions & Exclusions
INCLUSIONS
On a Modern Adventure, we delight in taking care of all the details. Included in your experience are luxury boutique accommodations, delicious local food and drink, private transport between destinations, expert local guides, a professional trip leader and much more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy. Here’s what’s included:
6 nights at boutique 4-star accommodations
Private transportation—just for us—for all day trips and excursions
Private tours with local chefs, weavers, artists and cultural experts
Exclusive VIP access and tastings
Immersive guided activities, adventures and daily expeditions
Daily breakfasts, as well as most lunches and dinners
Local beverages at every included meal
Group departure transfer to OAX airport
All entrance fees
EXCLUSIONS
International roundtrip airfare to and from destination
Travel insurance (see Get Ready)
Transportation to the trip’s starting point in Oaxaca
Hotel incidentals including room service, laundry service and hotel bar tabs
Food and beverages not included in itinerary; gratuity for tour leader.
Gratuity for Modern Adventure trip leaders