Cross Country Bike Tour to Tule Tree and Lake in Oaxaca

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, Spanish
Bilingual guide
First aid kit
Admission fees
Helmet
Use of bicycle
On-the-go repair tool kit

Food/drinks are not included

Overview

Enjoy the stunning beauty of Santo Domingo Tomaltepec lake, bike through an ancient village, and behold the greatness of EL TULE; the widest TREE in the world. We'll guide you along this awesome 32 km BIKE RIDE through the perfect mix of CROSS COUNTRY trails and paths. We'll meet in Oaxaca to begin our journey to Santo Domingo Tomaltepec. First, we'll ride on a SAFE bike lane covered with tree shades which is mostly flat. During our ride, you'll get to see the outskirts of the city and beautiful hills as we bike out of Oaxaca. After arriving to Santo Domingo Tomaltepec town, we'll get on a dirt road and start cycling uphill at some parts for the last 3 km. There will be some hills and slopes. Once we get to the lake, we'll spend some time relaxing and looking around to appreciate nature. Then, we'll bike down to Sta. Maria town and go see El Tule tree, the colorful church and the beautiful lush gardens. We'll also visit the local food market to get a delicious lunch and drinks.

Meeting points

ADDRESS: 5 de febrero street. #202, Colonia Morelos (name is "5 DE FEBRERO". It is NOT "Priv. 5 de febrero"). Crossing streets: Camino Nacional and Calle 16 de septiembre. 22 min. walking distance (1.7 km). from the Zocalo. 10 min. walking distance from Jalatlaco. White wall, brown gate.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Oaxaca

We'll meet in downtown Oaxaca. Then, once we are geared up with helmets and our bikes, we´ll begin our journey to Santo Domingo Tomaltepec (16 km or 10 miles one way)

40 minutes
Santa Maria del Tule

Half way to the lake, we'll make a quick restroom stop/water break before we continue

5 minutes
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We'll reach the cute little square in Santo Domingo Tomaltepec village and make a quick stop by the local church before we continue on the cross country trail

20 minutes
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After 90 min. from the starting point, and a few uphills on the trail, we'll reach the lake

35 minutes
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We'll get off the bikes and spend some time by the lake taking in the views and walking around the natural area.

30 minutes
Santa Maria del Tule

We'll get on the bikes again and start our way down to the valley. It's mainly all down hill from here

40 minutes
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We'll reach Santa Maria del Tule and go straight to the food market to eat a well-earned lunch. Note that food/drinks are NOT included.

30 minutes
Tule Tree

After lunch, we'll go see the ancient Tule tree and you'll learn facts and history about it. We'll have time to walk around the square and gardens before getting on the bikes again. Admission fee is included.

45 minutes
Oaxaca

Finally, we'll start our ride back to Oaxaca.

40 minutes

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Need to know how to ride a bike and be in fair physical shape. This is a 32 km/20 mile MODERATE ride.
Minimum height 1.53 m. / 5' 0"
Bike sizes: S to XL

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.