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Mexico City: Day of the Dead Original
Operated by Intrepid Travel
Tripcode: QVSO
Overview
Destination:
Mexico,
Duration:5 days
Type:Group tour (max 12)
Travel Period
October 2026 - October 2027
Feel the mystical vibes of the weird and wonderful Dia de los Muertos, or the annual Day of the Dead festival, on this five-day cultural exploration of Mexico City. Sample tasty street food at the open-air Mercado San Juan, join a calaveritas de azucar (sugar skulls) workshop and take part in a traditional Day of the Dead ceremony. This festival is all about rituals, so you’ll dive straight into the spiritual (and sometimes spooky) ceremonies that have made this tradition so famous.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm on Day 1. There are no activities planned for the final day so you may depart at any time.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. Traffic in Mexico City during this festival is very busy. This at times may hinder drive times and sitting in traffic.
4. The Day of the Dead parade date is only announced a few weeks before this trip departs- unfortunately we can't predict if the parade will occur over the days our trip departs, but we will do our very best to ensure you have the opportunity to experience the parade if it occurs during your trip. The parade occurs in late October or early November.
5. We will be operating multiple departures of this tour so it is possible that more than one group will be at some locations or activities at the same time. However, each group will have a maximum of 12 passengers with its own dedicated tour leader. Please advise us of any travel companions that are not booked on the same file.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. Traffic in Mexico City during this festival is very busy. This at times may hinder drive times and sitting in traffic.
4. The Day of the Dead parade date is only announced a few weeks before this trip departs- unfortunately we can't predict if the parade will occur over the days our trip departs, but we will do our very best to ensure you have the opportunity to experience the parade if it occurs during your trip. The parade occurs in late October or early November.
5. We will be operating multiple departures of this tour so it is possible that more than one group will be at some locations or activities at the same time. However, each group will have a maximum of 12 passengers with its own dedicated tour leader. Please advise us of any travel companions that are not booked on the same file.
Highlights:
- 1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm on Day 1. There are no activities planned for the final day so you may depart at any time. 2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 3. Traffic in Mexico City during this festival is very busy. This at times may hinder drive times and sitting in traffic. 4. The Day of the Dead parade date is only announced a few weeks before this trip departs- unfortunately we can't predict if the parade will occur over the days our trip departs, but we will do our very best to ensure you have the opportunity to experience the parade if it occurs during your trip. The parade occurs in late October or early November. 5. We will be operating multiple departures of this tour so it is possible that more than one group will be at some locations or activities at the same time. However, each group will have a maximum of 12 passengers with its own dedicated tour leader. Please advise us of any travel companions that are not booked on the same file.
Standard inclusions
- Meals: Meals: 4 breakfasts.
- Transport: Private vehicle, Metro.
- Accommodation: Hotel (4 nights).
- Mexico City - San Juan Market visit.
- Mexico City - City Tour.
- Tlalocán - Day of the Dead altar creation.
- Tlahuac - Cemetery visit in Tlahuac.
- Mexico City - Calaveras de azucar (sugar skulls) workshop.
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1: Mexico City
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Mexico. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe head to the Zocalo to see Aztec ruins and architecture, visit the Frida Kahlo Museum or simply relax in one of the many gardens. After your meeting, maybe head out to see the city in full swing – street tacos, anyone? You may have already noticed a mystical feeling in the air – keep an eye out for Day of the Dead decorations around town.
Day 2: Mexico City
Set out on a walking tour of Mexico City’s historic centre, passing the Zocalo, Metropolitan Cathedral, Templo Mayor and Palacio de Bellas Artes. Along the way, stop by the open-air Mercado San Juan where people come to buy everything they need for the Day of the Dead – including the famous pan de muerto sweet rolls (bread of the dead). After you’ve looked around, maybe find a local cafe for lunch or try some of the special festival foods. The afternoon is then free for you to explore on your own.
Day 3: Mexico City
This morning is free for you to explore Mexico City at your own pace, before making your way to Tlahuac. When you arrive, you’ll meet your local host in their home and create your own traditional altar for the Day of the Dead. This afternoon, visit Panteon Cemetery to see the graves that have been decorated with colourful flowers, photos, food and more – as part of the festival, the locals organise ceremonies at the cemetery to commemorate the lives of people that have passed on. Tonight, maybe find a local restaurant for dinner – your leader will have the best recommendations.
Day 4: Mexico City
This morning, visit Calazucho – a family-owned workshop dedicated to teaching the art of making sugar and chocolate calaveritas (sugar skulls). When you arrive, join the workshop where you'll hear the story of Calazucho and the calaveritas, and learn about the history behind the Day of the Dead. Then, follow a demonstration on how the skulls are made and create your own. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Mexico City. Tonight, maybe head out for dinner with your fellow travellers to celebrate the last night of your trip.
Day 5: Mexico City
After breakfast, your trip comes to an end. If you would like to spend more time in Mexico City, just speak with your booking agent ahead of time.
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Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid is a small group tour travel company with humble beginnings that now sends over 100,000 travellers a year on grassroots and responsible travel tours.
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