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ARRIVAL TRANSFER (AIRPORT TO HOTEL):
Meet and welcome at the Oaxaca airport upon your arrival. Baggage handling and ground transfer to your hotel.
CRAFT VILLAGE TOUR
Friday, October 29, 9:00 am- 1:00 pm
Visit the village of San Bartolo Coyotepec, famous for its tradition of making black pottery in the technique preserved through the generations of Zapotec craftsmen and women. You will be welcome to view the process of making pots on the inverted saucers known as the “Zapotec wheel”.
And then to the small town of San Martin Tilcajete to visit the famous wood carvers who create extraordinary polychromatic wood carvings in the shapes of animals and mythical beasts. The artisan families work together as a unit, yet each person maintains his own brand of skill and ingenuity.
Our next stop on this tour is the old city of Ocotlán (which means 'place of pines') located just 18 miles outside Oaxaca Ciy, famous for its unique rambling Friday market and restored 16th century colonial church.
GUELAGUETZA DINNER AND PERFORMANCE
at the Camino Real Hotel
Friday, October 29. Seating starts at 7:00 pm
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Don’t miss this most spectacular presentation of the traditional dances of the 'Guelaguetza' - a magnificent selection indigenous dance forms from the seven regions of Oaxaca. Held in the beautiful 16th century chapel, the evening offers a sumptuous Oaxacan buffet, 20 regional dancers in glorious costumes and a 14 piece village brass band. An exhilarating evening of rich folkloric tradition in a majestic setting.
XOXOCOTLAN CEMETERY TOUR
Sunday, October 31. Depart at 7:00 pm
Dia de Los Muertos is a solemn, but not in any sense a grief-stricken, celebration. It has, curiously, a jocular side. Decorations and flowers are everywhere, special bread is in all bakeries, and sugar skulls are to be had in all sizes, with Christian names displayed on their foreheads.
Be sure to bring flowers and candles, so you too can participate in the preparation of this great homecoming.
There are so many things to do and see in Oaxaca! Here are some suggestions:
• Visit Monte Albán and Mitla archaeological sites.
• Visit the Botanical Garden.
• Visit the traditional markets in the city and throughout the central valleys.
• Visit the Zapotec weaving village of Teotitlan del valle.
• Visit the museums and galleries in the historic center, displaying traditional and contemporary art.
Don’t miss out on the very thing you come to Oaxaca for - not only the sights and sounds that will surround you, but also the insights and pleasure that come from spending time with local people in a relaxed and easy way.
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OCCUPANCY
If not sharing a room with another person (adult) you will need single accommodations. If there are two children (age 12 or under) traveling with you, one of the children will be charged as adult (double occupancy rate) and the other with children rate.
If you are sharing a room with another person (adult) you will need double accommodations. Maximum two children in this accommodation.
If there will be three adults sharing a room you will need triple accommodations. Each person will receive the same ammenities as double occupancy. No children occupancy in this accommodation.
Our Private Service, - a personalized and unique service in our city, allows you to explore Oaxaca in the best possible way – in comfort and at your own pace. Private Service* is a personalized car and driver service that lets you set your own itinerary with confidence, discovering the varied treasures of our surrounding towns, villages and archeological sites. It allows you to determine exactly how you would like to delve into the wealth of treasures Oaxaca has to offer. One of our friendly, bilingual drivers who knows the area extremely well will pick you up at your hotel in one of our comfortable, air-conditioned Suburbans. You set the pace and decide which places you would like to visit.
*within 25 miles (40 km) radius of Oaxaca city
Rates: $50.00 for a 2-hour service.
Half-day excursion (up to 4 hours): $85.00
Full-day excursion (up to 9 hours): $160.00
Tax (16%IVA), gratuities, entrance fee and stationary guide within archaeological sites are not included. Maximum 7 passengers per vehicle.
Private car & driver service does not include entrance fee or cost of guide in archeological sites.
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