Oaxaca City 2 Hour Small Group Traditional Chocolate Making Class
Overview
In this class, you will learn about the origins of cacao, where it is produced, and its importance throughout the history of Mexico and Oaxaca.
We will explore different types of cacao pods and their unique characteristics, connecting you to the roots of this iconic ingredient.
You will then create your own artisanal Oaxacan chocolate, learning each step of the process—from roasting and peeling to grinding and transforming cacao into oaxacan chocolate.
We work closely with local producers to ensure an authentic and high-quality experience.
Along the way, you will also learn how chocolate is traditionally enjoyed in Oaxaca, both as a drink and as a food, giving you a deeper appreciation for its cultural significance.
What's Included
- Materials and ingredients used in the class
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
C. Porfirio Díaz 1203
RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68070 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Discover the rich history and tradition behind Oaxacan chocolate in this immersive, hands-on experience.
In this class, you will learn about the origins of cacao, where it is produced, and its importance throughout the history of Mexico and Oaxaca.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Materials and ingredients used in the class.
- Private transportation.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Oaxaca City 2 Hour Small Group Traditional Chocolate Making Class is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Oaxaca City 2 Hour Small Group Traditional Chocolate Making Class will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Materials and ingredients used in the class
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
