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Creative Trip to OAXACA with Momoca
OAXACA CREATIVE JOURNEY
Curated and guided by Momoca
March 20-24, 2026
4 nights, 5 days of immersive experiences
Oaxaca City and nearby rural villages
FULL
Next Tour: October 2026
Join us for an unforgettable journey!
- Experience the Oaxacan way of natural fabric dyes.
- Experience making decorative candle with renowned master chandler.
- Uncover the secrets of cacao and make your own chocolate.
- Explore a 400-year-old market where rural traditions come to life.
- Savor the gastronomy of Oaxaca.
- Explore artisan markets.
- Visit a Catholic church that inspired Momoca.
- Discover Momoca’s favorite spots
Easter is a major celebration in Oaxaca. Visitors will witness local communities preparing for the festivities, making it one of the most vibrant times to experience. We chose to visit just before Easter to experience this energy while avoiding peak tourist crowds.
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Discover Oaxaca Through Momoca’s Creative Retreat!
Oaxaca is a place deeply close to my heart. A place where vibrant energy and a profound sense of calm exist in perfect harmony. Its vibrant colors, captivating aromas, and lively people weave a rich, ever moving tapestry, reflecting the rhythm where tradition and creativity intertwine. Indigenous culture thrives, artisan crafts flourish, and women wear intricately woven textiles dresses. The streets are alive with celebrations, from intimate rituals to exuberant wedding parades.
Since 2016, this land has been a wellspring of inspiration, leading me to craft delicate paper flowers and intricate paper objects, each piece imbued with the essence of Oaxaca’s artistry.
Having visited many times, I’ve wandered not only through the city’s storied streets but also into the surrounding rural villages, where ancient techniques and hidden treasures continue to unfold.
This retreat offers you the opportunity to experience Oaxaca through my lens—connecting with its people, culture, and creativity in a way that sparks inspiration and transformation.
I invite those of you drawn to Oaxaca’s energy and spirit to join me on a journey that promises to uplift, enlighten, and ignite your own creativity.
Heartfelt notes from participants
So many highlights – in addition to workshops, the food choices were outstanding. The opening dinner set the welcoming tone and the closing dinner was a special goodbye to a packed fabulous days.
Jane
I also enjoyed spending time with you and the wonderful group of women. Though I’ve been to Oaxaca before, it was a very special to experience it through the personal connections you’ve made and the lovely places that are dear to you. Thank you for sharing your Oaxaca with us!
Amelia
It was a really tremendous and special trip and experience for me. And I am very grateful to have been on the tour!
Thank YOU!
Bronwyn
I appreciate your love of beautiful places and things and for sharing that beauty with us. I feel so lucky to have had that experience.
I am grateful.
Anonymous
The ENTIRE trip was magic ! I am still dreaming about our time together. One of the best trips of my life.
Cynthia
I think you filled the short time in Mexico City very well. The places we saw were inspiring from Frida Kahlo’s home to the flower market and everything in-between.
Lisa
*** Lisa is mentioning about her Mexico City add-on tour experience.
OAXACA CREATIVE JOURNEY March 2026
Natural Plant Fabric Dyes
- Learn how to dye using cochineal and Indigo combined with another local and seasonal plants.
- It’s not just a demo class but an actual hands-on workshop.
- All materials are provided and you get one skein of yarn to dye.
- Feel free to bring one piece of your own fabric of natural fiber (cotton, silk, linen) about 300g of dry weight to dye. (can be several little pieces total of 300g)
- For an extra cost, the family can also dye your extra batch if you wish.
Candle Workshop
Candle workshop with colorful floral wax, intricate and rooted in the village tradition, guided by an Indigenous family.
Cacao Workshop
Cacao workshop with wild cacao, exploring its history and learning to roast, grind, and prepare a traditional cacao drink with Indigenous cacao experts, learning about cacao at its origin.
Savor the gastronomy of Oaxaca
One of Mexico’s most celebrated cuisines, deeply rooted in Indigenous traditions and regional ingredients. It is considered among the most distinctive and complex culinary cultures in the world.
Market
A 400-year-old market, once a vital trading place for Indigenous peoples, still offers a special experience today, as women from surrounding rural areas gather in vibrant traditional attire.
Culture
Center of Oaxaca comes alive with vibrant energy, as locals celebrate on the streets and traditional wedding parades unfold.
MARCH 2026 : Itinerary
March 20th to 24th : 4 days - 5 nights
Day 1: (Friday, March 20)
Arrival & Welcome Dinner
- Arrive anytime before 6pm in the Oaxaca City to join the dinner.
- 7pm Welcome dinner at a stunning, renowned Restaurant.
Day 2: (Saturday, March 21)
Natural Dyes Workshop
- Natural plant dye workshop 7 hours. (lunch included)
- Evening – Free time : Dinner on your own.
Day 3: (Sunday, March 22)
Market & Candle Workshop
- Explore Sunday Market. (lunch included)
- Candle workshop.
- Evening – Free time : Dinner on your own.
Day 4: (Monday, March 23)
Cacao Workshop & Free Time
- Cacao workshop 2.30 hours.
- Afternoon – Free time. (lunch on your own)
- Farawell dinner at a stunning, renowned Restaurant.
Day 5: (Tuesday, March 24)
Departure
- Depart to the airport
Momoca reserves the right to adjust the itinerary as needed, especially when visiting indigenous families or in response to unforeseen circumstances, to ensure a respectful, safe, and enriching experience for all participants.
What’s Included:
- Experience the Oaxacan way of natural Fabric dyes with an indigenous family.
- Uncover the secrets of cacao and make your own chocolate.
- Explore a 400-year-old market where rural traditions come to life.
- Candle making workshop.
- Group dinner on Day 1 & Day 4.
- Lunch on Day 2 & Day 3.
- Group transportation on Day 2 & Day 3.
- Savor the gastronomy of Oaxaca.
- Explore artisan markets.
- Visit a church that inspired Momoca.
- Welcome kit
- Zoom call with Momoca
Special inclusions
1. Curated hotel recommendations!
2. A list of Momoca’s favorite places in Oaxaca!
3. Early booking rate available! See below for details.
What’s Not Included:
- Hotel accommodations (A list of recommendations will be provided in different price ranges)
- Airfare (Destination airport: Aeropuerto Internacional de Oaxaca – OAX)
- Dinner on Day 2 & Day 3
- Lunch on Day 4
- Any meals on the departure day (Please check with your hotel for breakfast options)
- Pick-up/drop-off from and to the airport (Some hotels offer pick-up/drop-off services for an additional fee) *If you need assistance with a personal pick-up, please ask Momoca.
- Travel insurance.
- Taxi rides when not traveling with the group. (Recommended hotels are within walking distance of our meeting spot)
This curated tour is ideal for those who:
- Are flexible and open to spontaneous experiences.
- Appreciate connecting with and respecting others in a group setting.
- Respect time and are considerate of group tour schedules.
- Embrace unexpected changes and adapt well to irregular circumstances.
- Are eager to learn about and honor local people, culture, history, and traditions.
- Appreciate the beauty of both rural and urban environments.
If these qualities resonate with you, this tour is for you!
Special inclusions
1. Curated hotel recommendations
2. A list of Momoca’s favorite places in Oaxaca
3. Save $100 by signing up before December 27, 2025 (this offer ended)
To join the tour
- To join the tour, first, please email Momoca to reserve your spot. (info@momoca.com) Please, include your phone number.
- All requests will be reviewed in the order they are received.
- Prior to accepting any payment, Momoca will contact each individual to arrange a phone or Zoom interview. Momoca believe it is important to have a conversation with all prospective participants before confirming their participation in the tour.
Fees
$1390 USD (Zelle or Venmo)
$1445 USD (Wise or Paypal for non-US bank holders) The transaction fee is included.
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Deposit $700 to secure the spot
- Venmo : @momocausagi #7723
- Zelle : Link will be provided upon request.
- Paypal / Wise info@momoca.com
Confirmation
- After the payment, you will receive the contract via email. Once you sign and send it back, you will receive a confirmation email, and your space will be reserved.
Important things to know
– The fee is non-refundable.
– To reserve your spot, a deposit of $700 is required.
– Full payment is due by February 1, 2026.
– As I will be securing the venue and preparing materials in advance, I kindly ask for your understanding that I’m unable to offer refunds. Each reservation represents a shared commitment, and I truly appreciate your support and care in honoring that.
– The fee is non-refundable. However, if you’re unable to attend, you are welcome to arrange for someone else to take your place. Should there be a waitlist, I will do my best to help coordinate a replacement.
– The experience will take place with a minimum of 5 participants.
– 8 participants maximum.
Oaxaca Add-On
Do you have more time to explore ?
For those who wish to explore Oaxaca before the tour.
March 18 (Wed) & 19 (Thur), 2026 in Oaxaca
Fees: $180 USD per person, per day
* The price does not include accommodation, meals, entrance fees, or transportation, tips, etc. see more info below.
Curated add-on tour by Momoca
(Examples: cooking class, visiting artisans, shopping, archaeological site, restaurants, etc & requests)
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Mexico City Add-On
Do you have more time to explore ?
For those who wish to continue their journey in Mexico City afterward.
March 25 (Wed) & 26 (Thur), 2026 in Mexico City
Fees: $180 USD per person, per day
*The price does not include accommodation, meals, entrance fees, or transportation, tips, etc. see more info below.
Curated add-on tour by Momoca
(Examples: museums, galleries, shopping, exploring the historic area, restaurants, etc & requests)
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What’s Not Included on add-on trip
- Meal and drink costs
- Workshop fees
- Entrance fees (museum etc)
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Travel insurance
- Hotel accommodations (a recommended list will be provided)
- Taxi or Uber ride
- Tips
*If you are interested in an add-on, please mention it to Momoca. She can curate the experience based on your interests. You may join for one day or two days.
How to get there…
There are direct flights from the United States to Oaxaca International Airport (OAX).
Currently, non-stop flights are available from the following U.S. cities:
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW):American Airlines, from DFW to Oaxaca.
Houston (IAH):United Airlines, rom Houston to Oaxaca.
Los Angeles (LAX): Volaris Airlines, from LAX to Oaxaca.
And of course, there are several other ways to get there!
Feel free to ask any questions.
Interested in Private Tour ?
For those who prefer a private experience, booking a private tour or a customized itinerary may be a better fit.
Momoca can arrange personalized tour or a more tailored and flexible experience.
Please, be in touch with Momoca.
To reserve your space or if you have any questions, please message
info@momoca.com
Photo: India 2018