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, local markets, street-food stands, and hacienda hotels. We’ll explore Oaxaca’s true flavors and traditions, its vibrant art scene and culture, alongside ceramicist Sarah Wolf.
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. Keep this handy and refer to it whenever you need information regarding our trip.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
DAY 1: OAXACA
Meet at 10am on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at El Callejon Hotel in Oaxaca City
Immersive city tour on foot
Oaxaca Central Market tasting tour
Oaxaca Textile Museum tour
Welcome cocktails and dinner at El Callejon
Lodging: El Callejon Hotel
DAY 2: OAXACA
Drive to the village of Yanhuitlan in the Mixtec Mountains
Home studio tour with artists Manuel Reyes and Marisela Gómez
Explore Centro de las Artes San Agustín
Free evening to explore Oaxaca at your leisure
Lodging: El Callejon Hotel
DAY 3: OAXACA
Experience traditional ceramics in small rural communities
Hands-on experience creating ceramics
Street food walking tour and tlayuda dinner in Oaxaca
Lodging: El Callejon Hotel
DAY 4: OAXACA
Alebrijes crafting with local artists
Visit Santa Catarina Minas and tour local agave farm
BBQ Lunch
Mezcal tasting with mezcaleros
Free evening to explore Oaxaca at your leisure
Lodging: El Callejon Hotel
DAY 5: TEITIPAC
Visit Lambityeco, an ancient Zapotec archeological site
Visit the Zapotec weaving village of Teotitlan del Valle
Home-cooked lunch
Depart for Ex Hacienda
Cocktails and group dinner at Ex Hacienda
Lodging: Ex Hacienda San Antonio
DAY 6: TEITIPAC
Choice of activities—hike, bike or spa
Lunch at your leisure
Shaman experience
Farewell dinner
Lodging: Ex Hacienda San Antonio
DAY 7: TEITIPAC
Last day and final goodbyes
Modern Adventure will provide a complimentary transfer to Oaxaca’s OAX airport. If you would like to join this transfer, your onward flight from OAX should depart at 1pm or later
Our Accommodations
El Callejon
Callejon Morelos 103 Barrio de Xochimilco, Oaxaca
Tel. +52 951 351 5917
hotelelcallejon.com
reservaciones@hotelelcallejon.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.
Ex Hacienda San Antonio
San Antonio Buena Vista, Teitipac
Tel. +52 951 464 0603
exhaciendasanantonio.com
contacto@exhaciendasanantonio.com
A 300-year-old hacienda tucked away in the mountains, just 45 minutes’ drive south of Oaxaca City. Mountains press on the cacti-filled premises, where arched walkways look in toward an open, interior courtyard and bell tower. Each of the 16 rooms has been lovingly restored in a mix of traditional and contemporary designs. There are two pools (one inside, one out) and an on-site spa, plus hiking, horseback riding and biking options. The hacienda is relaxing and private, the ideal place to soak in the golden dusk with a cocktail.
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 unique 4- and 5-star accommodations
Private transportation—just for us—for all day trips and excursions
Exclusive VIP access and tastings
Private tours with local chefs, weavers, artists and cultural experts
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
Gratuity for Modern Adventure trip leaders