Mexico City: Day of the Dead Comfort

5 Days | This cultural festival will have you spooked in all the right ways.

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Feel the mystical vibes of the weird and wonderful Dia de los Muertos, or the annual Day of the Dead festival, on a five-day cultural exploration of Mexico City and surrounds. Visit the museums of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera and learn all about their fascination with death, wander about Puebla city, participate in a traditional Day of the Dead ceremony and see elaborate altars dedicated to the deceased. This festival is all about rituals, so dive straight in to the spooky and sacrilegious ceremonies that has made this tradition so infamous. Oh, and Mexico City’s tacos will make you feel you’ve died and gone to heaven, too.

Trip overview

Map of Mexico City: Day Of The Dead Comfort including Mexico
Start
Mexico City, Mexico
Finish
Mexico City, Mexico
Theme
Festivals and Events
Destinations
Mexico
Physical rating
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Style
Comfort
Ages
Min 18
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
QVKC
This trip generates 20.27 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip
  • Join a family in Tlahuac to create an altar (or ofrenda as it's sometimes called in Spanish) to remember your ancestors and join in their colourful cemetery ceremonies.
  • Take a walking tour of Mexico City with your local leader, taking in the city’s most iconic sites – the Zocalo, Metropolitan Cathedral and Palacio de Bellas Artes.
  • Get the low-down on all the traditions and rituals watching the incredible Day of the Dead parade then fiesta the night away in Mexico City and get into the true spirit of this haunting ceremonial festival.
  • Mix with the locals in Puebla, visiting a local family who will share their traditions of this special time of year.
  • Visit the Frida Kahlo Museum in the historic Coyoacan neighbourhood - you'll check out the works in her former home and discover her art often focused on the notion of death.

Is this trip right for you?
  • This itinerary is designed to provide the best possible experience of the annual Day of the Dead festivities around Mexico City. As such, there is very limited free time to explore many of the area’s most popular tourist attractions, including the Museum of Anthropology, Teotihuacan and Chapultepec Park. We recommend you stay a few extra days before or after the tour to make the most of this vibrant metropolis. If you would like to spend more time in Mexico City, we’ll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability).
  • We will be operating multiple departures of this tour so it 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.

Itinerary

Map of Mexico City: Day Of The Dead Comfort including Mexico

Inclusions

Meals

4 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Transport

Private vehicle, Metro

Accommodation

Hotel (4 nights)

Activities
  • Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
  • Mexico City - City Tour
  • Mexico City - Frida Kahlo Museum (entrance fee)
  • Mexico City - Day of the Dead parade viewing
  • Tlahuac - Day of the Dead altar creation
  • Tlahuac - Cemetery visit
  • Puebla - Family visit
  • Puebla - Leader-led orientation walk

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Important notes

1. Your adventure begins with at 6pm on Day 1 in Mexico City. 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. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
4. 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.

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5 out of 5 based on 10 reviews submitted.
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Gabriellea · Traveled October 2022
Intrepid provides the most intimate and authentic experience when travelling, where you can just immerse yourself in the beauty and richness of the countries that you visit. My tour guide Valeria Valdivia made my experience of the day of the dead tour through Mexico City incredible! Sharing her passion, insight, love and care with all the amazing people in my group! I genuinely had the best time ever! 😊
Review submitted 12 Nov 2022

Tricia · Traveled October 2022
More than I could have imagined. Everything was well planned and we even got a few bonus excursions. Our guide was excellent. I can't wait for our next trip to the Galapagos. Fantastic experience
Review submitted 04 Nov 2022

Andrew · Traveled October 2022
Festival Of The Dead Festival Mexico 🇲🇽 Really Good Trip With A Very Knowledgeable Guide. Accommodation Was Great And All Staff Were Willing To Assist And Accommodate Your Wishes. We Certainly Plan To Return To Mexico Again In The Future.
Review submitted 06 Nov 2022

Jorge · Traveled October 2022
This was a great tour in Mexico during Dia de Los Muertos. Our tour guide Jasson was very good! Also we all became family :) I recommend this tour for anyone who would like to visit Mexico during day of the dead! You will have a great time.
Review submitted 06 Nov 2022

Gayle · Traveled October 2022
If you are interested in a jam packed itinerary featuring local food, archeological history and an immersive experience in all things Day of the Dead this is the tour for you.
Review submitted 09 Nov 2022
Mexico City: Day of the Dead Comfort
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USD $1,490