Uncovered Oaxaca West Valleys: Quesillo, Cacao & Green Clay

Discover the living heritage of Oaxaca’s Central Valleys in just six hours, through an intimate encounter with its food artisans and traditional craftspeople.

Our experience begins in Reyes Etla, where you'll meet Don Juan, a master cheesemaker dedicated to preserving the art of quesillo. He will guide you through the process — from fresh milk to silky strands — and share a tasting of this emblematic cheese, made with care and tradition.

We continue to a local chocolatería, where cacao is roasted, stone-ground, and transformed into rich, spiced chocolate using ancestral techniques. You'll witness each step and enjoy a tasting that reveals the deep cultural roots of Oaxacan chocolate.

The final stop is Santa María Atzompa, home to the renowned green clay pottery. Visit a working workshop or the iconic Taller Voces del Barro, of the Master Artisan Angelica Vasquez Cruz where she shape vibrant ceramics using generations-old techniques and their own creative innovations.

This tour is ideal for travelers with limited time who want an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience. All stops are led by locals proud to share their craft and their story — and 85% of what you pay goes directly into their hands.