Adventure in Mexico: Bike, Hike & Beach
Off the beaten path in Oaxaca
Spend 8 nights in Mexico's southwestern state, Oaxaca! Hike and bike through stunning mountain scenery, taste world famous cuisine, and relax beachside in the earthy resort town of Huatulco.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Oaxaca (OAX), out of Huatulco (HUX)
- All airport transfers
- 4 nights in Oaxaca at Conzatti House Hotel, or similar
- Walking tour of Oaxaca
- Mountain bike tour with local lunch (Bicycle rental, helmet and gloves included)
- Mountain bike & hiking tour with local lunch (Bicycle rental, helmet and gloves included)
- One-way, economy class flight from Oaxaca (OAX) to Huatulco (HUX)
- 4 nights in Huatulco at the Barcelo Huatulco, or similar (all-inclusive basis)
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
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Explore the rugged and isolated terrain of Oaxaca's Central Valleys by bike and on foot.
- Stroll the old town of Oaxaca with its brightly painted buildings, markets, leafy squares, and tourist walkways!
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See the widest tree in the world, the 2,000-year-old Arbol del Tule, in the town of Santa María del Tule.
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Relax on the beautiful sandy beaches of Huatulco, an unspoiled resort town on Mexico's Pacific Coast.
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Taste Oaxacan specialties like mole and tlayuda, a type of Mexican pizza topped with meat, beans, and cheese. Wash it all down with mezcal!
The rugged, unspoiled wonders of Oaxaca await! On this 8-night adventure, you'll enjoy biking, hiking, and beaches in Oaxaca City, the Central Valleys, and Huatulco.
Arrive in Oaxaca City and dive right into this up and coming cultural hub. Tour the city by foot and visit some of the city's essential landmarks like the 20 de noviembre market and the Church of Santo Domingo. The next days are jam-packed with hiking and biking in the Central Valleys! On your rides, enjoy gorgeous mountain scenery and stop in several villages known for food and crafts.
Leave Oaxaca City as you fly to the coastal resort town of Huatulco. You won't miss the crowds of Cancun or Cabo in Huatulco; here unspoiled beaches mix with a laidback vibe to make this truly a special experience. Surf, swim, and hike to your heart's desire!
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Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Oaxaca (OAX), out of Huatulco (HUX)
- All airport transfers
- 4 nights in Oaxaca at Conzatti House Hotel, or similar
- Walking tour of Oaxaca
- Mountain bike tour with local lunch (Bicycle rental, helmet and gloves included)
- Mountain bike & hiking tour with local lunch (Bicycle rental, helmet and gloves included)
- One-way, economy class flight from Oaxaca (OAX) to Huatulco (HUX)
- 4 nights in Huatulco at the Barcelo Huatulco, or similar (all-inclusive basis)
- Breakfast daily
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Explore the rugged and isolated terrain of Oaxaca's Central Valleys by bike and on foot.
- Stroll the old town of Oaxaca with its brightly painted buildings, markets, leafy squares, and tourist walkways!
-
See the widest tree in the world, the 2,000-year-old Arbol del Tule, in the town of Santa María del Tule.
-
Relax on the beautiful sandy beaches of Huatulco, an unspoiled resort town on Mexico's Pacific Coast.
-
Taste Oaxacan specialties like mole and tlayuda, a type of Mexican pizza topped with meat, beans, and cheese. Wash it all down with mezcal!
The rugged, unspoiled wonders of Oaxaca await! On this 8-night adventure, you'll enjoy biking, hiking, and beaches in Oaxaca City, the Central Valleys, and Huatulco.
Arrive in Oaxaca City and dive right into this up and coming cultural hub. Tour the city by foot and visit some of the city's essential landmarks like the 20 de noviembre market and the Church of Santo Domingo. The next days are jam-packed with hiking and biking in the Central Valleys! On your rides, enjoy gorgeous mountain scenery and stop in several villages known for food and crafts.
Leave Oaxaca City as you fly to the coastal resort town of Huatulco. You won't miss the crowds of Cancun or Cabo in Huatulco; here unspoiled beaches mix with a laidback vibe to make this truly a special experience. Surf, swim, and hike to your heart's desire!
Helpful links for
travel to Mexico:
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Oaxaca!
Arrive at Oaxaca airport and transfer to your hotel in Oaxaca, a city recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Combining pre-Hispanic, colonial, independent, modern, and contemporary styles, Oaxaca is a lovely oasis in the midst of rugged mountainous terrain that defines this region.
Check into your accommodation, then take a walk about town and enjoy your first authentic Oaxacan meal.
Transfer to Oaxaca hotel
Check-in - Conzatti House Hotel
Just a 5-minute walk from Santo Domingo de Guzman Temple in the thrumming heart of Oaxaca city, the Conzatti House Hotel offers a beautiful respite from the busy city. Elegant and decorated in a colonial style with greenery accenting the pale yellow walls, guests at the Conzatti can enjoy a restaurant and a bar, as well as free Wi-Fi throughout the premises.
Rooms offer a balcony, a slat-screen cable TV, a hairdryer, and private bathrooms with free toiletries. Being in the city center offers many opportunities for entertainment, like the Juarez Theater and El Llano, as well as other parks and gardens, just 900 feet away. A bit further from the hotel, the Arbol del Tule is 15 minutes away, the Alban archaeological site is a 20-minute drive away, and the Oaxaca International Airport is 40 minutes away.
Day 2. Oaxaca
Today, enjoy a comprehensive and thorough tour of Oaxaca City. You'll visit the 20 de Noviembre market, a chocolate factory, the main square, cathedral and botanical garden.
After the tour, head to the Museum of Oaxacan Cultures housed in the beautiful monastery buildings adjoining the Templo de Santo Domingo. Learn about the history and culture of Oaxaca, from the pre-Hispanic era to present day.
Walking tour of Oaxaca
Go on a walking tour through Oaxaca City, also named “Patriot’s Cradle." Built around the Sierra del Sur mountains, the city is rich in provincial flair, arts, and crafts; here you can purchase figurines made out of the famous black clay, textiles, or replicas of Mixtec jewelry. Your tour includes a visit to the 20 de Noviembre market where Oaxacan folklore is very present.
Enter a chocolate factory and taste Oaxaca's signature hot chocolate, nowadays known around the globe, then visit the Zócalo (Oaxaca’s main plaza) with its cathedral constructed by the Dominicans in the 16th-century. Stroll through the touristic walkway Alcalá, one of the main streets in the city that was turned into a pedestrian road connecting the Zócalo with the Santo Domingo market.
Continue to the Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, which once formed part of a monastery, but is now transformed into a state museum. End your visit at the Ethno Botanical Garden where you can see hundreds of plant species originating from different regions all over the state of Oaxaca.
Day 3. Oaxaca
Today you'll embark on your first bike tour through Oaxaca's beautiful Central Valleys. See ancient ruins from your bike and visit several villages where you'll enjoy a typical Oaxacan lunch.
Return to Oaxaca City and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Consider checking out the latest exhibit at the Textile Museum and picking up a unique handmade souvenir!
Mountain bike tour with local lunch (Bicycle rental, helmet and gloves included)
Bike along ancient roads connecting several villages in the Central Valleys of Oaxaca! The diverse topography of the region is ideal for all levels; the route may sometimes be fast and fun for advanced bikers and a medium challenge for beginners. Enjoy remote and safe roads, friendly residents, and panoramic views of the countryside including the archaeological site of Monte Albán.
Visit the village of Arrazola, famous for its wooden figures in bright colors commonly known as “Alebrijes." Continue to Cuilapan de Guerrero, where you will visit the unfinished but marvelous ex-monastery of Cuilapan, a 16th-century architectural complex.
Next stop is Zaachila, regionally famous for its history, legends, and ancient traditions existing until today. While here, enjoy a delicious Oaxacan lunch, in addition to the tasty ice cream made of natural fruit offered all over the town center.
Day 4. Oaxaca
Gear up for a full-day biking and hiking tour! See the widest tree in the world, visit a local family for lunch, take a dip in natural mineral pools, and end the day with mezcal at a palenque (a mezcal distillery).
Oaxaca produces most of the world's mezcal, and here it is traditionally drunk with a side of sal de gusado (worm salt). If you're up for an adventurous drink, it's worth a shot!
Mountain bike & hiking tour with local lunch (Bicycle rental, helmet and gloves included)
Begin your full-day tour with a 30-minute transfer from Oaxaca City to Santa María del Tule. Upon arrival, visit the legendary 2,000-year-old Tule tree while your guides unload and prepare the bikes. From here, begin a 16-mile off-road route, passing through several villages in Oaxaca valley like Guendulain, Lachigolo, Tlacochahuaya, Macuilxochitl and Teotitlán del Valle. The latter is famous for its weaver artisans like Doña Josefina and family, who will welcome you with a demonstration of the villages’ traditional art.
Continue by bike to Santa Anna del Valle; the first part of the tour ends near Tlacolula de Matamoros, where vehicles await you. Drive to Mitla and visit the archaeological site. If you prefer to skip the visit, continue directly to Hierve el Agua, where Doña Emilia will serve a rustic and authentic lunch of tlayudas, quesadillas, memelitas “al comal” with beans, cheese, guacamole and other sauces, accompanied by a cold beer or soft drink.
After lunch, hike to the nearby petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua and swim in the natural pools. On the way back to Oaxaca by car, you may choose to stop at a palenque (Mezcal distillery) on the way. You'll be introduced to the manufacturing process of this liquor derived from the Maguey plant and enjoy a Mezcal tasting in its different presentations.
Day 5. Oaxaca - Huatulco
Say goodbye to Oaxaca City as you transfer to the airport for your flight to Huatulco on the Pacific Coast. Upon your arrival, check into your all-inclusive resort and spend the rest of the day relaxing!
As Mexico's youngest resort town, Huatulco is full of unspoiled beaches and hidden gems. The region is made up of nine bays all with their own special flavor.
Transfer to Oaxaca airport (OAX)
Fly to Huatulco!
Transfer to Huatulco hotel
Check-in - Barcelo Huatulco
Sitting on the edge of the beautiful Tangolunda Bay, the Barcelo Huatulco offers wistful views over the Pacific Ocean, as well as a variety of activities and amenities. Guests can enjoy the luxury of choosing between 2 swimming pools, 2 buffet-style restaurants, 3 specialty restaurants, and 4 different bars. With games of tennis and beach volleyball and a gym available, as well as relaxing spa treatments, the Barcelo makes for an amazing stay.
Rooms are airy and have beautiful windows or balconies, sometimes both, overlooking the beautiful views of the bay. They're outfitted with air conditioning, TVs, a safe, coffee or tea making facilities, blackout curtains, and private bathrooms complete with bathrobes and slippers. Guests can head down to the beach, which is only 2 minutes away, to engage in boating, swimming, and snorkeling activities.
Day 6. Huatulco
Spend the next three days in Huatulco at your leisure. Take advantage of what's offered at your resort or simply rest by the pool. If the beach is calling, head to Cacaluta Beach by boat or a 20-minute hike through the woodlands. You'll be rewarded with an enormous sandy beach totally free from crowds!
Day 7. Huatulco
Enjoy your second full day of beachy paradise in Huatulco. Head into the small yet charming town of La Crucecita. Centered around the main square or "zocalo" are a number of restaurants, shops, and a beautiful church, Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe.
Day 8. Huatulco
Zipolite Beach is one of the best beaches in Huatulco - pack a towel and sunscreen and head out for a day of sun, sand, and surf. Upon returning to your resort, enjoy one last Oaxacan dinner like mole poblano, one of the seven moles of Oaxaca!
Day 9. Depart Mexico
Your Oaxacan adventure ends today. At the appropriate time, transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Transfer to Huatulco airport (HUX)
Fly home!
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