Student Cultural & Social Tour of Yucatán

Welcome to Oaxaca! Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your comfortable hotel (3- or 4-star options available). After check-in, enjoy a relaxed evening stroll around the historic center. Admire colonial facades and vibrant street art before gathering for a welcome dinner with your guide and fellow travelers.

Start your day with a guided walking tour of Oaxaca’s UNESCO-listed historic center. Visit the Santo Domingo Church, the Textile Museum, and the iconic Macedonio Alcalá street. In the afternoon, browse artisan markets like Mercado de Artesanías and Benito Juárez Market, meeting local vendors and discovering regional crafts.

Travel to San Martín Tilcajete, the birthplace of Oaxaca’s whimsical wooden alebrijes. Visit family-run workshops where artists demonstrate their carving and painting techniques. Enjoy lunch in a local kitchen, then continue to San Antonio Arrazola for more insights into this colorful folk art tradition.

Spend the day in Teotitlán del Valle, a Zapotec village famous for its handwoven wool rugs and natural dyes. Participate in a hands-on dyeing demonstration and learn about ancestral techniques passed down through generations. Visit the village church and enjoy a traditional lunch.

Dive into Oaxaca’s modern art world. Visit the Rufino Tamayo Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art (MACO), and several independent galleries showcasing emerging Oaxacan talent. In the evening, enjoy a casual group dinner in a stylish restaurant.

Discover the beauty of barro negro in the town of San Bartolo Coyotepec. Meet master artisans and learn about the meticulous process behind each piece. In the afternoon, stop by Cuilápam de Guerrero to explore its unfinished monastery.

Enjoy a free day to revisit your favorite spots, shop for crafts, or join an optional workshop (painting, clay, or textile arts). In the evening, gather for a farewell dinner filled with flavors and stories.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward journey, taking with you handmade treasures and unforgettable memories.