Family Microfinance Tour

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Family Microfinance Tour
Valle de Tlacolula
Duration: 1 day
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$90
Deposit: $30

About this trip

Discover Oaxaca through the eyes of local women entrepreneurs!

On this family-friendly version of our signature tour, you'll have the unique opportunity to visit the businesses of women supported by Fundación En Vía’s empowering programs. Hear directly from these inspiring entrepreneurs as they share the stories behind their ventures, their goals for the future, and how they are transforming their communities.

Designed with families in mind, this experience takes place entirely in Teotitlán del Valle and features interactive visits that engage both children and adults. As you explore the town, you'll meet local entrepreneurs and participate in hands-on activities that offer a fun introduction to Oaxacan culture, traditions, and daily life.

This tour offers an authentic glimpse into the lives of Oaxaca’s women entrepreneurs while providing insight into the power of microfinance and its impact on their journeys toward financial independence.

What You’ll Experience:

  • Meet women entrepreneurs and hear their personal stories

  • Participate in hands-on activities suitable for children and adults

  • Learn about local traditions, entrepreneurship, and community life

  • Discover how microloans and business education create opportunities for women and their families

  • Support a meaningful, community-driven cause

Why Take This Tour?

This experience offers families a fun and engaging way to connect with local culture while supporting women entrepreneurs. Through interactive activities and personal encounters, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Oaxaca and the people who make it unique.

What's Included?

Round-trip transportation and a delicious Oaxacan lunch are included.

100% of tour profits go directly to our microfinance and business education programs.

Cancelation and Fee Details

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

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Valle de Tlacolula

About your organizer

Fundación En Vía (Fundación Emprende Intercabia y Aprende) is a non-profit organization that works to empower women to support themselves and their families better. We utilize funds generated through responsible tourism to offer interest-free loans and educational programs to entrepreneurial women in five communities in the Tlacolula Valley of Oaxaca, Mexico.

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