# Mexico City gateway with a markets route · Oaxaca City side stay and two return nights

[Canonical itinerary](<https://zukio.com/trips/north-america/return-gateway-loop/mexico-city-gateway-with-a-markets-route-z0822/>)

Oaxaca City side stay and two return nights

- Region: North America
- Trip format: Return gateway loop
- Nights: 9
- Interests: Design, History, Tradition & Beliefs, Arts & Theatre, Food & Drink

## Route and nights

- Mexico City · 2 night(s)
- Oaxaca City · 5 night(s)
- Mexico City · 2 night(s)

Tradeoff: A return gateway simplifies some tickets but adds a repeat journey. Compare the total cost and time.

Compare: Intercity coach

## Day-by-day agenda

Suggested schedule. Times are local. Check hours and availability for your dates.

### Day 1 · Mexico City

Check in and keep the first evening near your base.
Overnight: Mexico City

### Day 2 · Mexico City

Centro Histórico civic architecture
Overnight: Mexico City

### Day 3 · Oaxaca City

Transfer from Mexico City to Oaxaca City. Allow time for luggage, check-in and any connections.
Overnight: Oaxaca City

### Day 4 · Oaxaca City

Santo Domingo precinct and regional history
Overnight: Oaxaca City

### Day 5 · Oaxaca City

Local cultural traditions through a community-led option
Overnight: Oaxaca City

### Day 6 · Oaxaca City

Oaxacan art and graphics galleries
Overnight: Oaxaca City

### Day 7 · Oaxaca City

Markets, mole and a cooking workshop candidate
Overnight: Oaxaca City

### Day 8 · Mexico City

Transfer from Oaxaca City to Mexico City. Allow time for luggage, check-in and any connections.
Overnight: Mexico City

### Day 9 · Mexico City

Templo Mayor and city layers
Overnight: Mexico City

### Day 10 · Mexico City

Check out and leave time for the trip to your departure point.