Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more in Oaxaca City, Mexico
Oaxaca City, Mexico

Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more

Outty Ranking 57 5.0 · 1 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom $110
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Outty Ranking

57/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more worth booking?

Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more is a 6-hour experience in Oaxaca City, Mexico, from $110 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
57 / 100
Rating
5/5 (1)
Duration
6 hours
From
$110 per person

This tour was built around one simple idea: the best way to understand a culture is to taste it. Not in a restaurant — at the source. You'll pull quesillo from a dairy vat with your own hands, drink tejate from the same clay bowl the Zapotecs used a thousand years ago, and sit beside a baker in a market town as she explains why the bread only tastes right when it's baked in clay. Every stop is a tasting, every tasting has a story, and every story connects you to a part of Oaxaca that most visitors never see. No ruins, no museums — just food, people, and the living traditions behind one of Mexico's greatest culinary cultures. All tastings included.

What you get

    About this experience

    This tour was built around one simple idea: the best way to understand a culture is to taste it. Not in a restaurant — at the source. You'll pull quesillo from a dairy vat with your own hands, drink tejate from the same clay bowl the Zapotecs used a thousand years ago, and sit beside a baker in a market town as she explains why the bread only tastes right when it's baked in clay. Every stop is a tasting, every tasting has a story, and every story connects you to a part of Oaxaca that most visitors never see. No ruins, no museums — just food, people, and the living traditions behind one of Mexico's greatest culinary cultures. All tastings included.

    What's included

    Included

    • Tour guide
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Lunch

    Not included

    • tips

    What you'll see and do

    1. Etla

      Begin in the small dairy village of Reyes Etla, celebrated throughout Oaxaca for producing the finest quesillo — the fresh string cheese that is one of the state's most beloved foods. Watch how it is made from scratch and pull the warm, stretchy strands yourself directly from the whey. You'll also taste memelitas, thick handmade corn tortillas topped with local ingredients — simple, extraordinary food prepared the same way it has been for generations.

      95 minutes here

    2. San Andres Huayapam

      Enter a world of pre-Hispanic flavors in the village of San Andrés Huayapam. Here you'll taste tejate, an ancient cold beverage made from corn, cacao, and mamey seed that was once reserved for Zapotec royalty — and is still prepared by hand in clay bowls today. You'll also discover water chocolate, stone-ground cacao dissolved in water the traditional Oaxacan way, and taste tamales and nicuatole, a silky corn-based dessert with a flavor that exists nowhere else on earth.

      170 minutes here

    3. Tlacolula

      End in the lively market town of Tlacolula, where a local baker walks you through the making of casserole bread — a rich, anise-scented bread baked in clay pots that is a staple of Oaxacan celebrations. You'll also learn how Oaxacan chocolate is ground and prepared from raw cacao using a traditional stone mill (metate). Tlacolula's Sunday market is one of the largest and most authentic indigenous markets in Mexico — a feast for all the senses.

      95 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Oaxaca City

    In our office located at García Vigil 306 inside the Oaxaca Real hotel

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    In our office located at García Vigil 306 inside the Oaxaca Real hotel

    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
    Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Operadora Turistica Dainzúu

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    Preparing pan de Cazuela filled with chocolate, Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more in Oaxaca CityPreparation of mole tamales with chicken in totomoxtle leaf and banana leaf, Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more in Oaxaca CityCheese and quesillo tasting, Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more in Oaxaca CityTasting of Nicuatole (natural gelatin), Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more in Oaxaca CityGrinding freshly roasted cocoa, Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more in Oaxaca CityFreshly made quesillo, ready for tasting, Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more in Oaxaca City

    Traveler reviews

    1 verified traveler reviews for Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    arnoldod52 · June 2024

    Extraordinary

    Excellent services from the entire team. Starting with Edgar who explained each trip to us and helped plan the tours. Gaby who was our tour guide, very kind and patient with us. He knows the history of Oaxaca and its Traditions very well. And for the drivers Cesar and Eric who drive well and carefully with their passengers. We recommend this tour agency for your vacation in Oaxaca. Thank you from The Duran Family!

    Response from the operator: Hola Familia Duran! Nos sentimos muy felices y satisfechos por tan amable comentario acerca de nuestros servicios. Ha sido un verdadero placer conocerlos y compartir esos días de tour con ustedes, Esperamos tenerlos pronto por estas bellas tierras del mezcal y del mole. A nombre de todo el equipo Dainzúu les damos las gracias por confiar en nosotros. Reciban un cordial saludo.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    Good to know

    Duration
    6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $110 to $2,000
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Operadora Turistica Dainzúu, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.4.

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    Why this scores 57

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
    Review evidence (18% weight)11
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)71
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)51
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oaxaca City.

    How much does Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more cost?

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    Prices start at $110 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 Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more take?

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    Plan for about 6 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 Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Oaxaca City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more?

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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 Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more?

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    Around 0 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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more 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 Hierve el Agua 2.5 hours, Mitla, Tule, Rugs and Mezcal for a Day, OAXACA CULTURAL FOOD TOUR, eat like a local., Monte Alban for 3hrs, Black Pottery and Alebrijes with Admissions. 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.

    What is included in Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more?

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    Included: Tour guide; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Lunch. Not included: tips. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 92 listed pickup locations in and around Oaxaca City. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more offered in?

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    It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Oaxaca Food & Tasting Tour — Cheese, Chocolate & more if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

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