Mexico City to Oaxaca: Celebrate Day of the Dead
Mexico
8 days / 7 nights
Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
Guide Price €1,799 per person (based on 2 people sharing)
Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
Duration: 8 days/7 nights
In Mexico, the Day of the Dead isn't about spooky endings — it’s a massive, marigold-scented family reunion. This 8-day trip will take you from the bustling street food stalls of the city straight into the golden fields of cempasúchil (the "flower of the dead") and into local cemeteries where traditions are very much alive. Come for the iconic tacos and market wanders; stay for a perspective on life —and what comes after — that you won't find anywhere else.
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per person (based on 2 people sharing)
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Mexico City
Arrive to the hotel meeting point for a 3pm welcome briefing, then head out on a walking tour of Mexico City's streets and markets as the city gears up for Day of the Dead. Finish the tour at a taquería for dinner to enjoy some delicious and authentic tacos.
Day 2 - Mexico City
Enjoy a full day at your leisure in Mexico City. Explore the city's vibrant streets and historic sites on your own. Opt to join a tour of Xochimilco, a system of canals built by the ancient Aztecs.
Day 3 - Mexico City/Puebla
Journey from Mexico City to the historic city of Puebla and take a guided orientation walk through its charming downtown, filled with colonial architecture and bustling plazas. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore at your own pace.
Day 4 - Puebla / Atlixco
Visit Atlixco, the City of Flowers, and experience the cempasúchil fields, Escalera Ancha, and the Valle de las Catrinas before Día de los Muertos. Discover this charming city alongside a local guide.
Day 5 - Puebla/Oaxaca
Journey to beautiful Oaxaca and get a feel for the city on an orientation walk. In the evening, visit a local cemetery to witness families preparing for Día de los Muertos.
Day 6 - Oaxaca
Explore the markets of Oaxaca to learn about local traditions, stock up and get ready for the upcoming festivities. Opt to book a tour to nearby Etla to experience the Oaxacan tradition of the famous Muerteada ceremony.
Day 7 - Oaxaca
Take advantage of a free day. Opt to explore the ancient ruins of Monte Albán, or simply relax and soak in the charm of Oaxaca at your own pace.
Day 8 - Oaxaca
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Departs: Selected departures October
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Price & Inclusions
- Hotels (7 nts)
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
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