The programs described on this page are samples. We can develop a new custom program on any subject, anywhere in the Western Hemisphere or Europe, including locations in the United States for “study away” programs. We specialize in community-based and culturally-immersive experiences.
Mexico: From Cloud People to the Land of the Sky
Mexico: From Cloud People to the Land of the Sky
This 15-day experience guides students through the archeological treasures of Mexico’s Oaxaca province.
Program Highlights
Visit to Monte Albán, considered to be Oaxaca’s most beautiful ruins
Enjoy Oaxaca’s diverse cuisine, considered the “foodie capital” of Mexico
Archaeological site and community museum of Tututepec
In addition to learning about the archeology of the area, students will immerse themselves in the region’s exceedingly rich culture and history. With time in both the City of Oaxaca and the beach town of Puerto Escondido, students will experience the geographic diversity of the state of Oaxaca.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival to Oaxaca
Day 2
Introduction to Oaxaca. Orientation, City walk, Welcome Dinner
Day 3
Foragers, farmers, early social complexity. Potting community visit San Bartolo Coyotepec
Day 4
Origins of urbanism in Oaxaca. San José Mogote archaeological site and museum
Day 5
Monte Albán and early urbanism. Mountaintop city of Monte Albán
Day 6
Classic period culture and the collapse. Lambityeco archaeological site and Tulé tree
Day 7
Oaxaca postclassic. Mitla and Yagul archaeological sites
Day 8
The Spanish Entrada. Ex-Convento de Cuilapam & Oaxaca Regional Museum
Day 9
Free day
Day 10
Nochixtlán and Teposcolula valleys, lecture on site
Day 11
Travel to Puerto Escondido
Day 12
Chatino and Río Viejo. Río Verde Archaeological Project
Day 13
Lord 8 Deer, Jaguar Claw, people of the Land of the Sky. Tututepec archaeological site and community visit
Day 14
Departure
