Mexico City to Oaxaca

Wander the UNESCO World Heritage site of Teotihuacan and see the archaeological ruins that predate the Aztec Empire by more than 1000 years.

Visit a local black pottery studio and watch a demonstration of how this ‘pottery of the night’ is made, then join an alebrijes workshop and learn about the brightly coloured Mexican folk art sculptures of mythical creatures.

Tour the local markets of Oaxaca. Follow your nose to find the Pasillo de las Carnes Asadas, choose your favourites, then load it up with guacamole, salsa and fresh tortillas for a classic Oaxacan lunch.

Soak up a full free day in Oaxaca to explore the city at your own pace. Maybe take a cooking class or venture into the countryside to see some local villages and mezcal distilleries.

See the ancient ruins of Monte Alban – a UNESCO World Heritage site that tells the story of the Olmec, Zapotec and Mixtec peoples.