OAXACA
MEXICO
WILD TERRAINS X OAXACA
5 DAYS | 4 NIGHTS
Join us on a 5-day journey in the majestic mountains of Oaxaca City, the culinary and artisanal heart of Mexico. You’ll try your hand at natural textile dye, attend a dinner party in the middle of an agave field, learn about indigenous plant medicine, and connect with the women shaping Oaxacan culture today.
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OAXACA Group TRIPS
Prices start at USD $3,490 per person. Click on individual trips to see pricing by trip.
“This Oaxaca trip was pure magic! The Wild Terrains commitment to supporting women in such an intentional and sustainable way allows you to be a traveler and not just a tourist. I will absolutely travel with Wild Terrains again!”
“I can’t stop thinking about how much this Oaxaca trip filled my soul. Wild Terrains is so special - what a beautiful way to see our world!”
OAXACA ITINERARY
DAY ONE
Bienvenidas a Oaxaca mágico! 🌞 You’ll drop our luggage at Teresa Ramirez’s stunningly restored Casa Antonieta, before meeting your amazing Trip Leader Maria José Ruelas and the rest of the group.
In case you missed the memo – you entered textile paradise the moment you stepped foot in Oaxaca! This afternoon we’ll visit the studio of Laya Antonio – founder of Origen Textil – for a crash course on natural dye and a deep dive into the modern-day significance of preserving these ancient traditions.
Afterward, we’ll gather for an unforgettable dinner at one of our favorite women-owned gems—chef Olga Cabrera’s incredible Tierra del Sol.
Meals included: dinner
DAY TWO
Today we’ll make sure you’ve got the lay of the land and – most importantly – the food. Oaxaca is considered a culinary icon by pretty much every chef on the planet, so our first stop is an absolute must: the local mercado. With Betsaida López Díaz as our guide, we’ll taste everything from moles made with dozens of ingredients to banana leaf-wrapped tamales.
When we can’t possibly take another bite, you’ll have the rest of the afternoon and evening free to explore.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
DAY THREE
Time to escape the city’s limits and travel to Teotitlán del Valle to visit Maria Luisa, the matriarch of one of the region’s most revered weaving co-ops, to get an intimate look at the artistry of this indigenous craft (and maybe pick up a rug or two to take home!).
Our next stop is the powerful (yet often-overlooked) Zapotec ruins of Yagul. We’ll spend some time exploring this important archeological site, before visiting the mother-daughter team behind Desde La Eternidad, one of the only women-run mezcal distilleries in Oaxaca. In true Wild Terrains fashion, we’ll head straight to the source and enjoy a magical mezcal tasting and dinner party in the middle of the agave fields. Can you say dreamy?
Meals included: breakfast, light lunch, dinner
DAY FOUR
This morning, we’re diving into the world of plant medicine with the incredible Mafer Bretón, founder of Relato Nativo. Get ready for a hands-on workshop that will connect you to the ancient rituals still thriving in Oaxaca today.
The afternoon is yours to explore, so get ready to treasure hunt! Oaxaca is a paradise for ceramics and textiles, and we’ll point you toward some of our favorite women-owned spots—like 1050 Grados for one-of-a-kind pottery, Xaquixe Studio for stunning handblown glass, and Central Textile (because there’s always room for more textiles in your suitcase!).
As the sun sets, we’ll come together for a final dinner at one of our favorite women-owned restaurants—a perfect way to toast to this unforgettable journey.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
DAY FIVE
We’ll soak up one last cozy breakfast at Casa Antonieta before we say our goodbyes (for now!). If you're sticking around Mexico, don’t worry—we’ve got plenty of tips to keep the adventure going!
Meals included: breakfast
Please note this is a sample itinerary and some variations will happen between trips due to our partners schedules,
but in general the itinerary will be similar!
WHAT'S INCLUDED
ALL ACCOMMODATIONS (4 NIGHTS)
MOST MEALS (AS LISTED ABOVE)
ALL ACTIVITIES LISTED ABOVE
TRANSPORTATION TO & FROM ACTIVITIES
WILD TERRAINS x MARIA CONEJO TOTE BAG
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
FLIGHT TO/FROM OAXACA CITY
TRANSPORTATION TO & FROM AIRPORT
MEALS NOT LISTED ABOVE
MANDATORY TRAVEL INSURANCE
INCIDENTAL & PERSONAL EXPENSES
WHERE YOU’LL SLEEP
We’re sleeping in style at Casa Antonieta – a former convent and historic mansion converted into a stunning boutique hotel by Teresa Ramirez and her son, Helwig. The hotel sits on a quiet street only a few blocks from the main city square. Each of the 9 rooms is unique, featuring local artwork and luxury bath products. Our favorite perk: the plant-filled rooftop terrace overlooking the city – a perfect spot for a calm sunset cocktail after an adventurous day.
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BEST TIME OF YEAR
TO VISIT
Anytime between October and mid-June.
A note related to responsible travel: Oaxaca becomes especially crowded during the Guelaguetza Festival and Día de Muertos – to the point where we do not believe it is responsible to organize trips here during this holiday. If you are interested in spending Día de Muertos in Mexico, we invite you to check out our Mexico City trips.
WEATHER
Outside of the rainy season (late-June through September), the weather is almost always pleasantly warm and sunny in Oaxaca. We suggest packing layers, as the evenings can be quite cool.
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