Discover Oaxaca through the eyes of local women entrepreneurs!

9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

On this family-friendly experience, you'll visit the businesses of women entrepreneurs supported by Fundación En Vía's empowering programs. Hear directly from these inspiring women as they share their stories, their businesses, and how they are creating opportunities for themselves and their communities.

Designed with families in mind, this experience takes place entirely in Teotitlán del Valle and includes visits to three women entrepreneurs. Every tour features a traditional chocolate demonstration, plus two hands-on workshops that are fun for both children and adults.

Workshops may include traditional beeswax candle making, piñata making, tortilla making, or sweet bread baking. Because we work directly with independent women entrepreneurs who balance their businesses with family and community commitments, the exact activities vary depending on their availability. We confirm the final itinerary once your tour is booked, ensuring every experience is hosted by the women themselves.

Throughout the day, you'll gain an authentic glimpse into daily life in Oaxaca while learning how Fundación En Vía's interest-free loans and business education programs help women build stronger futures for themselves and their families.

• Visit three women entrepreneurs

• Traditional chocolate demonstration

• Two interactive workshops (selected based on availability)

• Hear the personal stories behind each business

• Learn about Oaxacan traditions and daily life

• Support women-led economic empowerment

This experience offers families a fun and meaningful way to connect with local culture while directly supporting women entrepreneurs. Every tour is unique because it is built around the real lives and availability of the women who welcome you into their homes and businesses.

• Round-trip transportation

• Traditional Oaxacan lunch

• Workshop materials

100% of tour profits support Fundación En Vía's microfinance and business education programs.

Cancellation, Fees & Tour Policies

We offer family tours on Fridays.

A minimum of 6 participants is required for a public tour to operate. If the minimum is not met, En Vía will notify participants at least 24 hours in advance.

Deposits & Payment

• A $30 USD non-refundable deposit is required to secure your reservation.

• Deposits are charged automatically for online bookings.

• For email or in-person bookings, deposits can be paid via PayPal, card, or cash (Mexican pesos only). Exchange rates may vary.

• The remaining balance must be paid before the tour begins. En Vía reserves the right to cancel bookings with unpaid balances.

If you cancel, your deposit may be:

• Applied to a future tour within 1 year

• Donated to support En Vía’s work

• Exchanged for an En Vía t-shirt or tote bag

All cancellations must be made in writing by the person who booked, by emailing
📧 responsibletours@envia.org

Refund Policy (Excluding Deposit)

If the full tour fee has already been paid:

• More than 15 days before the tour: 50% refund

• 2–15 days before the tour: 30% refund

• Less than 48 hours or no-show: No refund (treated as a donation)

Once a tour has started, no refunds will be given for unused services.

Changes & Force Majeure

While changes are unlikely, En Vía may make minor adjustments if necessary and will notify participants as soon as possible.
No compensation will be provided for cancellations or changes due to force majeure, including blockades, protests, weather, or other circumstances beyond En Vía’s control.

Traveling with Children

• Children under 2: Free (1 per family)

• Additional children under 2: Must pay

• Ages 4–12: Child rate $55 USD

• Ages 13+: Adult rate $90 USD