Mexico: Oaxaca Odyssey

Mexico

A journey of history, culture and cuisine

Experience the heart and soul of Oaxaca on a transformative journey with this thoughtfully crafted itinerary.

Become immersed in the region's cultural heritage and natural landscapes while supporting local communities' regenerative development, preserving ancient wisdom, and the restoration of degraded lands.

This adventure combines relaxation and adventure, allowing you to embrace Oaxaca's beauty while contributing to initiatives that foster a sustainable future.

Suggested length: 10 days/9 nights
Starts from: $15,000 per person
Best times to go: November-March

"The week in Mexico snorkeling with sea lions and whale sharks was a wonderful experience. The highlight of the trip had to be our close up encounter with a gray whale in Magdalena Bay. The whale stayed with our boat for twenty minutes or more engaging with us."

Susan Stein

Oaxaca: Cliffside view of a turquoise ocean with waves crashing on a sandy beach, surrounded by lush green trees and vegetation under a partly cloudy sky.

Highlights

Learn about local traditions, connect with a family and indulge in home-cooked meals during a homestay in Oaxaca.
Stay at an eco-lodge located in the cloud forest, designed to support the regenerative development of local communities and restore degraded land.
Relax in a secluded beach cabaña at Puerto Escondido, where you can ride horseback along the beach at sunset.
Reconnect with yourself and nature at Pueblo del Sol with yoga and meditation above the forest canopy.
Experience the transformative Temazcal ritual, cleansing body and spirit with an ancient steam ceremony in the cloud forest.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1 - 3

Oaxaca City

Upon arrival in Oaxaca City, your private driver will meet you at the airport and transport you to a private home, where you'll stay for your first three nights. During your homestay, connect with your hosts, engage in local traditions, savor home-cooked meals, and experience the region's culture.

In the daytime, visit ancient sites with your guide, such as Monte Albán and historic churches. Participate in a Mezcal ceremony, where the essence of Oaxaca is brought to life in an intimate setting.

While in Oaxaca, you'll also have the opportunity to meet renowned graffiti artists and participate in an artistic workshop. If your visit is during the Día de Muertos festival at the beginning of November, you will have the honor of participating in the Day of the Dead celebrations.

Overnight in a traditional home in Oaxaca

Oaxaca: A set table with colorful plates sits under an umbrella on a cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings; people are visible in the background.

Oaxaca: A path lined with agave plants leads to a historic church with red domes, set against mountains and a partly cloudy sky. Several people walk along the path.

Oaxaca: A stone pyramid structure with stepped sides and grassy top at Monte Albán archaeological site, surrounded by trees and overlooking a valley with distant mountains.

Day 4 - 6

Puerto Escondido

A serene three-night retreat awaits you in the beachside village of Puertecito, a short 20-minute drive south of Puerto Escondido. Here, you can fully unwind and forget about the hustle of daily life.

Indulge in picnics on the beach, take a scenic boat ride along the coast to spot dolphins and turtles, and go horseback riding at sunset. In the evenings, you'll be treated to beach barbecues and warm nights under the stars.

Overnight in a secluded beach cabaña

Oaxaca: A tropical beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and people swimming near the shore on a partly cloudy day.

Oaxaca: Two blue corn tacos topped with shredded cheese, fried filling, pineapple salsa, and cilantro, served on parchment paper with a lime wedge on a wooden tray.

Oaxaca: Three baby sea turtles crawl across sandy beach toward the ocean at sunrise, with waves and a partly cloudy sky in the background.

Day 7 - 9

Pueblo del Sol

Spend three nights at Pueblo Del Sol Retreat in the cloud forest among majestic mountains, surrounded by flowing rivers and cascading waterfalls. This serene environment offers an ideal setting to reconnect with nature and focus on personal renewal.

Engage in enriching activities such as communal mandala drawing and participate in hands-on pottery workshops with the local community. Enjoy meals that reflect a deep connection to the environment and learn about innovative regenerative projects focused on coffee, honey, and vanilla production.

Ascend to the mountaintop for yoga and meditation at sunset, with a backdrop of the surrounding forest and mountains. You can also experience Temazcal, a transformative ritual of purification and renewal through steam and ancient practices.

Overnight Pueblo Del Sol Retreat