Cross Country Bike Tour to Tule Tree and Lake in Oaxaca

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.

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

• 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

• Cross Country Bike Tour to Tule Tree and Lake in Oaxaca
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• Bilingual guide
• First aid kit
• Admission fees
• Helmet
• On-the-go repair tool kit

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• This Tour is Provided by Valterra Excursiones.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Mexico_City.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 6 Travelers is accepted for booking.