About the Hike:  

The scenic rolling hill country of the  western Etla Valley harbors a number of roads and trails which are a  delight to hike. This outing starts at a remote spot, follows a pleasant  stream down a valley running to the southeast and eventually terminates  at the ruins of the monastery in Cuilapam, begun in 1556 but never  completed. You will enjoy the serene beauty of this agricultural area  and the grace of the monastery ruins. After the hike we will stop for an  impressive buffet lunch at the Hacienda Cuilapam before returning to  Oaxaca.

Distance:  7.7 Kms (4.8 Miles)  /   Elevation change:  gradual descent totaling 128 meters (420 feet)  /   Type:  point to point  /  Trail:  mostly dirt road with two stream  crossings  /  Exposure:  mix of sun and shade  /  Rating: easy

Additional Costs: Lunch in Cuilapam. (not included in ticket fee)

Time frame:  9:00 Lending Library / 4:00 return Lending Library.

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