Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca
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Is Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca worth booking?
Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca is a 10-hour experience in Oaxaca City, Mexico, from $36 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 162 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (162)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $36 per person
We will get to know an important part of Oaxaca, its culture, history, art and gastronomy. We take a tour with a professional team, we will visit 6 special places. We visit the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, whe
What you get
About this experience
We will get to know an important part of Oaxaca, its culture, history, art and gastronomy. We take a tour with a professional team, we will visit 6 special places. We visit the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, where we have 2 hours of free time. We visit the beautiful archaeological zone of Mitla where we will take a tour of 40 minutes to 1 hour with a certified guide. We eat in a buffet restaurant with traditional local food. We visit Teotitlán del Valle where we will see the house - workshop of a wool rug artisan. We visit a factory, outlet or palenque of mezcal to have a tasting of this traditional alcoholic beverage of the state. We visit the famous tule tree located in Santa María el Tule, recognized among other things for its thickness or width and years of life.
What's included
Included
- Departure from hotel and return to the city center.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- certified guide
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Hierve el Agua
We visit the town of Roagia, where the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua are located, there we will have 2 hours free to go hiking, enjoy the view and the natural pools.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Zona Arqueologica de Mitla
We will visit the archaeological zone of Mitla, making a tour in an average time of 40 minutes to 1 hour with our certified guide, we will know the history of this place and we will enjoy the magic and mysticism of these buildings.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
San Pablo Villa de Mitla
We will make a stop to eat, in a restaurant with a buffet service with traditional Oaxacan foods.
60 minutes here
Teotitlan del Valle
We visit the house-workshop of a master craftsman dedicated to making textiles or pieces of wool, we will learn about the processes that are carried out to make the well-known wool rugs, from spinning, pigments and weaving.
40 minutes here
Teotitlan del Valle
We visit a mezcal factory and outlet where we will take a tour with local staff to talk to us about the process that takes to produce this traditional Oaxacan alcoholic beverage, then we will be given a tasting of some mezcal and mezcal creams.
40 minutes here
Tule Tree
We will visit the famous Tule Tree, talk with our guide about the history and why this tree is important or famous.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oaxaca City
The office is on Macedonio Alcalá street or Andador Turístico just in front of the Museum of Contemporary Art of Oaxaca (MACO), between Morelos and Murguía streets.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
The office is on Calle Macedonio Alcalá #201 or Andador Turístico right in front of the Museum of Contemporary Art of Oaxaca (MACO). We'll get back to M Street. Matamoros (Murguía) corner with M. Alcala. In high seasons, we will get as close to the starting point.
Options you can book
Transport and Spanish Guide
Pickup included
Guide (Eng) & Access Tickets
Tickets: Enter ticket to the Tule Tree. Entrance ticket to the Mitla archaeological site. Fees and entrance to Hierve el Agua. Pickup included
Guide (Eng), Tickets & Food
Lunch or Dinner: Buffet-style food and a drink. Tickets: Enter ticket to the Tule Tree. Entrance ticket to the Mitla archaeological site. Fees and entrance to Hierve el Agua. Pickup included
Guide (Esp), Tickets and Food
Lunch or Food: Buffet-style food and a drink. Tickets: Entrance ticket to the Tule tree. Entrance ticket to the archaeological zone of Mitla. Fees and entrance to Hierve el Agua. Pickup included
Transport & English Guide
Pickup included
Guide (Esp) and Access Tickets
Tickets: Entrance ticket to the Tule tree. Entrance ticket to the archaeological zone of Mitla. Fees and entrance to Hierve el Agua. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Continental Istmo
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick-up from hotels is between 7:30 a.m. and 7:50 a.m., this varies by the route to be followed by the driver.
- The total tour time may vary due to factors such as departures and returns to hotels, transfers between destinations, among others.
- Due to the demand during holiday seasons and festivals the number of travelers on this tour can be expanded.
- The order of the itinerary can be modified by situations outside the company and for the benefit of the user.
- If necessary, the tour is conducted in English and Spanish by the same guide.
- They are shared tours and seats are reserved. If you require extra space for size or personal items, reserve another space and let us know so we can make an adjustment.
- Due to festivals or activities within the city in high seasons the completion point may vary.
- Not recommended for people with walking problems.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 157 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
157 verified traveler reviews for Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent tour well worth the money
This is a great tour. It lasted almost 12 hours from start to finish. The gods did a great job and were very friendly and accommodating. I enjoyed everything. The mezcal factory was something else. The owner himself walked us through the whole process.
via Viator
Great tour! Itinerary is well spaced out
A great tour. Guide is knowledgeable and small group. The time spent at the petrified waterfall is decent.
via Viator
Hierve el Agua and Mitla...
Hierve el Agua and Mitla are incredible. Tour is long but very fun and a great way to see a lot of the sights east of Oaxaca.
via Viator
The experience was great,...
The experience was great, there was plenty of time to do all the activities and still get home at a reasonable time. Our tour guide Rocio was very knowledgeable and would always ask if how we were doing. The guide from the mezcaleria Santiago was also very nice and knowledgeable. He answered all our questions to our understanding.
via Viator
Best trip!!! Highly recommend
This is the best day trip I’ve ever been on! Simon is an amazing guide—knowledgeable, warm, and fun. He explained a lot about the history of Oaxaca and Mexico in English throughout the tour. I really appreciate him! Also, Antonio drove very smoothly, was friendly, and I highly recommend him too. I strongly recommend this tour — it's packed with great content: we saw beautiful scenery, enjoyed a buffet that exceeded expectations, visited a mezcal distillery and a wool shop, and finally saw a tree over a thousand years old.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $36 to $1460
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 57
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 85
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oaxaca City.
How much does Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca cost?
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Prices start at $36 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Oaxaca City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Oaxaca City is not rushed.
Is Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 162 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Oaxaca City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca?
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Around 57 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Oaxaca City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Oaxaca City and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Oaxaca City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Oaxaca City?
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On Outty we rank every Oaxaca City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include AUTHENTIC OAXACA CULTURAL FOOD TOUR, eat like a local., Hierve el Agua 2.5 hours, Mitla, Tule, Rugs and Mezcal for a Day, Traditional Oaxaqueña Cooking with Grandma's Recipes. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Oaxaca City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Oaxaca City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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