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Vegan Adventure in Oaxaca, Mexico
Dates: September 21st-29th 2027
Price: $3,605 USD double occupancy / $4,205 USD single, private room
Oaxaca is where every flavor, colorful street, and ancient tradition tells a story!
Join Ahimsa Travel Club for a vegan adventure through the heart of Oaxaca! Experience delicious vegan Oaxacan food, and explore colorful, cobblestone streets, markets, and ancient Zapotec ruins. Here, you'll get to experience the traditions, art and natural beauty that make Oaxaca feel so special.
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Explore the full itinerary for Oaxaca
DAY 1: WELCOME TO OAXACA
Our team will pick you up at Oaxaca International Airport (OAX). After some rest and relaxation, we will walk over to a vegan restaurant to have a welcome dinner, get to know the amazing people that will be on this journey with you and explore the neighborhood for those who aren't incredibly jet-lagged.Flights can be booked to arrive anytime before 5:30 PM to make it in time for the Welcome Dinner.
Meals Included: Dinner
DAY 2: AN ART-WALK AND COBBLESTONES
After breakfast and orientation, we’ll go on a walking tour through Oaxaca City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and be mesmerized by the baroque architecture, bustling markets overflowing with handcrafted treasures, and the art-filled streets from murals to counter-culture. We’ll take you through the charming cobblestone streets of Barrio Xochimilco (Oaxaca’s oldest neighborhood), hidden gems like the Museo Textil de Oaxaca, showcasing exquisite hand-woven textiles, and we’ll grab a vegan lunch and dinner full of burritos, tacos and Oaxacan chocolate desserts.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 3: DAY TRIP TO HIERVE EL AGUA
An early morning start at 6 AM will be worth it as we make our way up to the spectacular and natural beauty of Hierve El Agua (boiling water), where frozen cascades of mineral deposits, resembling petrified waterfalls, drape down cliffs. We’ll take you on an ecological walk showcasing medicinal plants important to indigenous communities, different phases of cactus life and the story of the people who used to live here. Feel free to bring your bathing suit and jump into the mineral pools at the end if you want. Lunch will consist of delicious bean tlacoyos at a local comedor. On our way back to the city, we’ll stop by the beautiful 2,000 year old El Tule tree. Dinner tonight will be ordered in.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4: VEGAN OAXACAN COOKING & INDIGENOUS DANCES
After an optional yoga class and breakfast, go on a culinary journey through Oaxaca’s food heritage to understand ancestral cooking techniques, heirloom vegetables, the importance of corn and the secrets and sacredness of mole. We’ll be doing a vegan cooking class with a local chef and then trying out our creations together. Today is all about slow cooking and enjoying the rich flavors perfected over generations in Oaxaca. The evening is free until we meet back up at 8 PM for a dance performance put on by local students, going through the different indigenous tribes of the state. Be delighted by the different dance forms, costume changes and join in the dance yourself if you want.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5: RUINS OF AN ANCIENT CITY, MONTE ALBAN, & A CULTURAL OASIS IN THE MOUNTAINS
After an optional morning yoga class, we head to Monte Alban-what some archeologists and anthropologists describe as the most important Mesoamerican archeological site in the Americas. With an expert guide, we’ll walk you through the this Zapotec city developed over several hundred years, with its impressive architectural remains, including pyramids, canals, and terraces, carved out of the mountainside. After lunch at an organic cafe, we’ll visit an off-the-beaten path cultural center created by Francisco Toledo, perched on the hills. Some of our past travelers remarked that they wanted to move here after visiting this beautiful mountain village. The evening is free to have dinner on your own once we return to the city.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 6: INDIGENOUS TRADITIONS + WOMEN’S ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT
Today we venture out to the surrounding villages of Oaxaca, home to some of the richest Indigenous traditions in the world. From the Zapotecs to Mixtecs, we will visit the homes of 5 different female entrepreneurs who mix centuries old traditions like weaving, clay making, cacao production into modern-day feminine empowerment through their micro-financed startups. We will get a chance to see how Oaxacan women live, work, and empower their families while learning about their skills, crafts, and wisdom. Past travelers have mentioned that this is one of the most meaningful days on the tour.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7: FREE DAY OR OPTION TO VISIT MITLA
After an optional yoga class, take a free day to yourself to explore the botanical gardens, get in last minute shopping, return to your favorite vegan restaurant or pamper yourself with a Mayan or Zapotec massage. For those that are interested in one more day trip adventure, you can opt in for exploring Mitla and the charming town nearby. Our team will help you organize anything you want today, as you choose your own adventure.
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 8: NEIGHBORHOOD WALKS AND GOODBYE DINNER
After a final yoga class, you’ll have the afternoon free to explore the lovely historic center on your own. Saturdays are great for parades and marches through the town center. Tonight we’ll meet for a celebratory rooftop drink and a final goodbye dinner full of native corn drinks, white and yellow mole, the most delicious heirloom tomato salad you will ever try, and cacao fudge. Tonight is about rejoicing our new friendships, the beauty of Oaxaca and making new travel plans to meet up with each other around the world.
Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner
DAY 9: AIRPORT DROP OFFS
Today we will be organizing airport drop offs for all travelers. If your flight is not until later in the afternoon or night, join us for breakfast and explore anything you wanted to do on your own such as certain museums, art galleries or cafes. The last airport transfer is available until 9 PM.
Meals Included: Breakfast
“Oaxaca was filled with so much color, yummy food, and learning pertaining to different traditions, customs, and cultures! I loved practicing my Spanish while experiencing the city, and I can't WAIT to come back!"
Prachi
Why you'll love this tour
Mexico City is fast becoming the vegan capital of the world! We've ran this tour over 11 times and each time is better than the last. Here's what makes visiting Mexico City so special with Ahimsa Travel Club.
Prehispanic food
Taste Mexican foods such as vegan tlacoyos, sopes and tetelas
Frida Kahlo & art
Explore the incredible works of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera & other artists
Aztec architecture
Guided anthroplogical deep dives into pyramids and Centro Historico
Walking tours
We'll show you our favorite neighborhoods, alleys and cute cafes
Why you'll love this tour
Oaxaca is one of Mexico’s most colorful travel destinations, with incredible food, historic culture, and ancient traditions. From vegan flavors and bustling markets, to Zapotec history, local art, and stunning landscapes, there’s so much to explore!
Vegan Oaxacan Food
Taste your way through Oaxaca with vegan tacos, mole, chocolate, local specialties and a hands-on cooking class!
Ancient Oaxaca
Explore Monte Albán, historic neighborhoods and the powerful stories behind Oaxaca’s ancient past.
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Indigenous Traditions
Experience Zapotec and Mixtec traditions through the local communities, food, dance and generational customs.
Nature and Local Life
Swim at Hierve el Agua, learn about medicinal plants, and visit local women who are keeping traditional crafts alive.
Essential Trip Information
Price
Price: $3,605 USD double occupancy / $4,205 USD single, private room
Dates
September 21st-29th 2027
Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Group size
Maximum of 12 people
What's included
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8 nights accommodation
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9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
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Airport transfers
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Sightseeing and entrance tickets
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Transportation between activities
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Local team
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Tips to drivers and guides
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Entrance and Tickets to places of interest per itinerary
What's not included
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Airfare
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Travel Insurance
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Visa (if needed)
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Laundry and any hotel amenities
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Tips for Hotel Staff
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Beverages outside of coffee, tea, water
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Personal expenses and shopping
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Additional Activities and Taxis for Personal Time
Lodging
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Walking + Mobility
Oaxaca City is quite small but very old. Think narrow walkways and cobblestone streets. Travelers should be able to walk 10K-15K steps on some days.
Airport
This tour finishes and ends at Oaxaca International Airport (OAX).
Optional Yoga
We provide optional yoga classes in the morning before breakfast. You can bring a yoga mat to participate.
Allergies
We can accommodate most allergies on this tour.
Good to know for Oaxaca
Meet your Oaxaca Trip Leaders
Prachi
Pre-departure support
Rafael
Historian / Guide Focuses on ancient civilizations of Mexico
Custom Oaxaca Travel Planning
Looking for a more personalized experience? We offer private travel planning for independent travelers, couples, families, groups, and universities who share our love of compassionate travel and meaningful cultural connection. Tell us where you dream of going, and we'll help bring it to life with our global network of expert trip leaders, guides and travel consultants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ahimsa Travel Club and what kind of vegan travel company are you?
Ahimsa Travel Club is a global vegan travel company offering ethically designed, small-group vegan tours around the world. We focus on compassionate, sustainable travel that respects animals, supports local communities, and allows travelers to experience cultures through a fully plant-based lens.
Are your tours fully vegan and plant-based?
Yes. All Ahimsa Travel Club trips are 100% vegan tours, including plant-based meals, carefully selected accommodations, and ethical activities. We work with local partners to ensure that your experience aligns with vegan values and cruelty-free travel wherever possible.
Can I join if I'm not vegan?
Yes you can join if you are not vegan. Our tours are ideal for vegans, plant-based travelers, and ethically minded explorers—as well as anyone curious about traveling more compassionately. You do not need to be vegan; our trips are designed to be welcoming, supportive, and well-paced. All meals on the tour will be vegan.
How large are your tour groups?
We specialize in small-group vegan travel, typically keeping group sizes intentionally limited. Smaller groups allow for deeper cultural immersion, stronger community impact, and a more personal, relaxed travel experience. Groups of 8-12 people also allow us to travel more responsibly and build meaningful relationships with local guides, businesses, and communities.
What is included in the cost of your vegan tours
Most of our vegan travel packages include accommodations, most meals, guided experiences, ground transportation during the trip, and professional tour leadership. Each tour page clearly outlines inclusions so travelers can plan with confidence.
How do I book a tour or ask more questions?
You can book directly through our website by selecting your preferred vegan tour destination. If you have questions before booking, our team is always available to help you feel confident about your travel plans. If you have questions, we’re always happy to help simply reach out through our contact form or email at info@ahimsatravelclub.com, and we’ll personally assist you.
Where do you offer vegan tours and ethical travel experiences?
We offer international vegan travel experiences across multiple continents, with destinations chosen for their culture, history, nature, and growing vegan food scenes. Each itinerary is designed to support sustainable tourism and ethical travel practices.
Are these tours suitable for families and kids?
Some Ahimsa Travel Club tours are suitable for families and older children, depending on the destination and itinerary. We clearly note age recommendations, activity levels, and pacing on each tour page. Our tours can also be customized just for you and your family by emphasizing cultural learning, nature, and shared meals, making them a meaningful option for families seeking ethical, plant-based travel together. If you’re traveling with kids, we’re happy to help you choose the best-fit tour or be your personal travel concierge.
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