Top 10 Cultural Tours in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico

February 6, 2022 Franklyn Hardiman

Discover the best top things to do in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico including PALENQUE MAYAN RUINS (Private), Oaxaca Private City Art Tour, Private Day Tour including Artisan Villages of Alebrijes and Black Pottery, Electric Bike Adventure Tour, Paths of Mezcal, Artisan workshops tour, Magic Route, Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour, Oaxaca Conmigo Tours, Customs of indigenous villages of Chiapas.
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1. PALENQUE MAYAN RUINS (Private)

Karma Trails
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Located on the first rise of the Tumbala mountains, Palenque archaeological site looks out over the Usumacinta River flood plain. Here you’ll be confronted by the largest Mesoamerican step pyramid, the Temple of Inscriptions, spotted with hieroglyphics that have contributed significantly to the study of Mayan civilization. It is considered one of the most emblematic mayan site having been the empire of Pakal, Governor, Warrior and God of Mayan Civilization.

Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By nparmelee

Salvatore was very knowledgeable and gave us a great day! He was flexible in the order we did things, suggested Tulum first before it got too hot, then lunch, Coba and then a Cenote. For us this was perfect! We all (2 couples) felt like we learned something and got some great insights to the Mayan culture and lively conversation during the drives. Absolutely recommend this tour!

2. Oaxaca Private City Art Tour

Templo de Santo Domingo, Calle Macedonio Alcalá s/n, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico City Art Tours Mexico
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Highlights: • Walk down the well-known historic center and hear the history of the city • See stunning architecture of the buildings • View a variety of street art spread throughout the city • Enjoy a fully guided tour from beginning to end, concluding just minutes walk from the city center What to expect: The two-hour tour takes you from the centre of Oaxaca to the neighborhood's booming urban places. Showing you the local side of the city, you'll see the best hot spots in the city; learn the history of Oaxaca, the gastronomical traditions of mezcal, chocolate, hear about the urban art movements, local and international street artists. During the tour, we will stop at the most interesting places to see the beautiful art pieces and hear the story of behind them. As the benefit of walking around the city center, we will talk about the best local art studios, urban restaurants, bars, and nightlife spots so you can enjoy your stay in Oaxaca.

Inclusions: Bilingual guide, Private group

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Reviewed By Srroman791

This was an absolutely must-do in Cancun, really authentic delicious tacos I wouldn’t have tried without this tour. Luis was an awesome guide and I’d highly recommend! Also a great deal for the money!! I was stuffed by the end of the day evening, even went back to one place the next day. Highly recommend!!

3. Private Day Tour including Artisan Villages of Alebrijes and Black Pottery

Circuitos por Mexico - Oaxaca
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This is a Private Tour ideal for family or friends; a certified guide and a driver will pick you up at your hotel to visit the most emblematic artisan villages in Oaxaca. At every location we will visit one of the most famous artisan’s houses, where artisans will demonstrate what is the process to create amazing ceramic, belts, textiles, wood figures and other handicraft famous in Oaxaca. Visiting follow villages: - San Bartolo Coyotepec visiting Doña Rosa studio where artisans create beautiful black pottery figures - San Martín Tilcajete visiting Jacobo Angeles house, one of the most international famous Alebrije’s artisan - Santo Tomás Jalietza visiting local market in nice and quiet village where will find artisans who create amazing and colorful woven cotton goods made on back-strap looms - Ocotlán de Morelos, famous by is Friday’s indigenous market, as well as its amazing church and museum showing artworks from artist Rodolfo Morales (principal precursor of Church restoration)

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Comfortable vehicle according the number of passengers, Pickup and drop off at your hotel, Bottled water

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4. Electric Bike Adventure Tour

Universidad, San Jose la Noria, Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico 5a-Bike
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Meet the Dainzú Archaeological Zone, the Parish of San Jerónimo Tlacochahuaya and the Tule Tree on an E-Bike (assisted pedaling bike) through a ride with adventure and fun, 47 km in total of a flat route through a Cycle track circuit that is mostly covered by trees, in the same way we will travel on dirt roads in which few cars, trucks, etc., where you can see sown fields, trees and plants, mountainous landscapes, and old buildings.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Helmet and gloves., Fruit and granola bars

Exclusions: Lunch, Tour guide in archeological zone and Parish

5. Paths of Mezcal

Rayón 312, Zona Feb 10 2015, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Mexplorer Adventures
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They are small groups, exclusive of no more than 14 people per certified guide under NOM 08, our guides attend tourism with a great quality in the service of both information and friendliness.

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Reviewed By FUagain

On our trip to Oaxaca we we're very fortunate to find Balam and the Mexplorer Adventures! He really made our trip special! He took us to Monte Alban one day on a private tour. Balam's Depth of knowledge about history and culture and his ability to be genuine are un matched! By far the best tour guide We've ever had! We liked him so much we did a second tour to a Pulqueria! SO MUCH FUN! We HIGHLY recommend them and will be booking with them for Dia de Muertos in November! Thank you Balam for such a great time..... Annetta and Jim. :)

6. Artisan workshops tour

Vicente Guerrero 105, OAX_RE_BENITO JUAREZ, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Oaxaca Dreams
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An experience that will take you to know the history, culture, crafts and gastronomy of Oaxaca in a single day.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Snacks, Entrance to the spa

Reviewed By Ontheroadtoconscious

My friend and I booked a tour to San Jose with Orlando. He told us that we would have a bilingual tour guide and we would have 2 excursions included. We were picked up for the tour on time. The tour guide barely spoke English but was very nice. We enjoyed the 3 hour ride to San Jose in a nice van. When we arrived we asked what time the first excursion began. At this point we were told that NO excursions were included. We called Orlando and the company directly, both were not cooperative. Orlando said if we wanted our money back we would have to return in the van right then. Obviously we weren't interested in turning around for another 3 hour ride. I have diligently tried since returning to communicate with the company so they would return some of the money that we paid them. Orlando required cash and collected 3500 pesos. Which is roughly $175. We paid $175 for a one way van ride. For comparison, if you ride in one of the local vans with other people it costs $7 per person. We were definitely scammed. And they promoted their great reviews on Tripadvisor.

7. Magic Route

Gral. Antonio de León 1, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Lescas Co Tours
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Something that we have identified from others, are our Guides, all of them are part of the Lescas family and we want to share what we like about our beautiful Oaxaca, fun, ambitious and knowledgeable about the history and traditions of Oaxaca, we believe that the guide It has the ability to transmit the passion and come to appreciate everything from a different vision

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Travel insurance

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Reviewed By mamisa1982

I joined the half day tour on 11 April. The bus came on time. Our guide señor Hugo was very informative. I really enjoyed the tour. Thank you!

8. Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour

Alameda de Leon 2, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Lescas Co Tours
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We have quality service, our guides are certified but above all we have a lot of charisma and spark in what we like to do, to pamper the traveler in order to know the wonders of our state.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, travel insurance

Exclusions: Breakfast, Does not include Tickets or Admissions

Reviewed By 635klp

We didn’t want to do a full day tour so it was really easy to just use the shuttle option. Evelyn, who helped us, was very nice and I was so thankful to her and the driver when they helped me retrieve my phone after having left it in the van.

9. Oaxaca Conmigo Tours

Oaxaca Conmigo Tours
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We are a group of certified guides by SECTUR and INAH working to show you Oaxaca the best way, customazing your Tour according to your preferences with confortable cars, knowledge, friendly service but at the same time we try to support the local economy visiting workshops of hardworkig people with high quality handicrafts.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Parking Fees, Fuel surcharge, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Breakfast

10. Customs of indigenous villages of Chiapas

Iguana Hostel, Chiapa de Corzo 16, Barrio del Cerrillo, 29220 San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chis., Mexico Experiencias Chiapas
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I grew up with the traditions and legends of indigenous and mestizo peoples of Chiapas, where I come from. I learned them from my grandparents, parents and later, during my university career, I delved into diferent historical and social aspects. I also lived a historical moment in my town, witnessing the armed revolution of the EZLN (Zapatistas). My passion for traditions and legends continues to be more and more alive and I enjoy sharing it with visitors from Chiapas. I have shared it for 10 years, receiving very positive comments.

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Reviewed By 321phoebea

Words cannot describe how amazing this tour with Experiencias Chiapas is. I would recommend it to everyone. Rudy is the most kind, knowledgable and patient guide. He is so happy to answer all of your questions (in perfect English!) and he allows the day to flow very naturally allowing time for each person to complete their pottery and ask anything! Also it was great that he just takes small groups (only 3 of us when I went) because this makes the experience feel a lot more relaxed and authentic. I came away with not only an insight into the ladies' clay pottery techniques but knowledge on their culture too. Not to mention the BEST food I've had in Mexico that the ladies prepare for you to sit around a table and enjoy with them! The ladies do not push it at all (because they're just passionate about their art) but I would recommend bringing some cash because once you get there you'll definitely want to buy some of their beautiful pottery. I don't want to give too much away... but long story short YOU HAVE TO DO THIS EXCURSION. I will be sure to recommend this experience for years to come! Thank you!

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