Day of the Dead in Mexico
Mexico's most colorful festivity and a journey of a lifetime. Experience the way Mexico embraces life and death as part of the natural life cycle and honor their beloved ancestors. Take part in a celebration full of lively music, vibrant colors, beautiful flowers and delicious food. Join us on our 8-day journey full of new impressions and memories that will last forever.
Itinerary
Day 1: Bienvenidos a Mexico! Airport transfer to our hotel in Mexico City. Welcome Meeting and optional first dinner. Overnight in
Mexico City
Day 2: After we have spend the morning in Mexico City, we travel to Puebla on private van. On the way we will stop in Cholula, a colorful
city which is famous for its church over a pre-hispanic structure in shape of a pyramid. Overnight in Puebla
Day 3: Learn about Talavera pottery in the morning and see the local artists creating colorful designs. Free afternoon to visit museums, shop
and enjoy the beauty of the 16th and 17th century buildings. Overnight in Puebla
Day 4: Travel to Oaxaca on private van. Come with us on a city walk to take in the first impressions of a city that celebrates Day of the Dead like no other. Overnight in Oaxaca
Day 5: Early visit to Monte Albán, a Zapotec arqueological site on top of a hill just outside the city. Learn about its importance and history during a guided tour. Join us for a market visit and try some of the many flavors of the delicious Oaxacan cuisine. In the evening we will visit together the cemetery of Atzompa, where you can experience the spirituality of Dia de los Muertos. Overnight in Oaxaca
Day 6: In the morning we will visit a Alebrije workshop. Afterwards enjoy some free time to stroll the town and immerse yourself in the colorfully decorated streets and unique ambience of the endless colors and happenings. If you desire to get a face painting, this is the right moment as we are getting ready for the street celebration. Overnight in Oaxaca
Day 7: Free day to enjoy the decorations of the city center, walk the Botanical Gardens and visit the Museum of Oaxacan culture. Or option for an excursion to the waterfalls of Hierve del agua, a pottery village or textil workshops (not included). In the evening we celebrate a week full of new memories during our included farewell dinner.
Day 8: Departure day. Please be aware that this trip ends in
Oaxaca.
Price per person in double occupancy, tax included
Single room supplement 680 USD upon request and availability
What's included?
* 8-day trip
* Airport pick up upon arrival in Mexico City (airport code MEX)
* 7 nights of accommodation (double occupancy)
* 7 breakfast
* 2 lunch
* Farewell dinner
* Visit of Cholula
* Talavera pottery demonstrations
* Mexico City historic center guided walk
* Oaxaca market tour
* Monte Alban guided visit
* Alebrije workshop
* Visit of a traditional cemetery outside Oaxaca city
* Celebration at the barrio magico Jalatlaco (or similar)
* Free time in Oaxaca and Puebla
* Bilingual tour leader throughout the trip
* Transportation between destinations and activities on private air-conditioned van with professional driver, taxis, local
transportation
Group size: maximum 14 guests (minimum 8 guests)
Not included: Airfare, lunch and dinners not listed, personal travel insurance, souvenirs, personal expenses, gratuities
Keep in mind: This trip starts in Mexico City and finishes in Oaxaca City. Oaxaca has an international airport and it is most convenient to flight out from
here. If you would like to extend your stay in Mexico or prefer to go back to Mexico City over land, we are happy to assist you.
Disclaimer: The itinerary may vary, depending
on the local Day of the Dead festivities and current situation at each destination. Mexico City announces the dates for the happenings late in 2025. As always, we we will do everything that
is in our hands, to create the best experience possible.
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