Top Day Of the Dead Festival Tours in 2024/2025

Pay tribute to your lost loved ones and experience one of the most sacred holidays in Mexican culture. Whether you wish to join the festive events in the bustling capital of Mexico City or have a more intimate Day of the Dead tour in its neighboring villages, you will be enthralled with the customs of this unique celebration.

5 Day of the Dead Festival tours

Add to your Tour Wish List

Day of the Dead in Mexico City

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
6 day explorer tour visiting Mexico City in Mexico. Read More
  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities Explorer & Day of the Dead Festival +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Private Vehicle & Boat
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days06 From US$ 1,299 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Oct 30 Only 8 seats left
Add to your Tour Wish List

Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido: Day of the Dead

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
7 day explorer tour visiting Oaxaca and Puerto Escondido in Mexico. Read More
  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities Explorer & Day of the Dead Festival +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Hostel
  • Transport Private Vehicle & Boat
  • Age Range 18-39 yrs
  • Operated in English
days07 From US$ 849 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Oct 30 Only 1 seat left
Add to your Tour Wish List

Mexico City: Day of the Dead Original

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
5 day explorer trip visiting Mexico City in Mexico. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Explorer & Day of the Dead Festival +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Private Vehicle & Boat
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days05 From US$ 1,270 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Oct 30 10+ seats left
Add to your Tour Wish List

Mexico City: Day of the Dead Comfort

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
5 day explorer tour visiting Mexico City in Mexico. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Explorer & Day of the Dead Festival +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days05 From US$ 1,575 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Oct 30 Only 8 seats left
Add to your Tour Wish List

Mexico's Day of the Dead in Oaxaca

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
7 day festivals and events tour visiting Oaxaca in Mexico. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Festivals and events & Cultural, religious and historic sites +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days07 From US$ 2,199 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Oct 28 Only 1 seat left
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Filters

Day of the Dead — Tour Highlights and Travel Tips

Day of the Dead Tour Highlights

  • Celebrate the lives of your deceased ancestors and remember the good times you cherished with them. The Day of the Dead observes death as a natural part of life and reminiscing on the memories of loved ones.
  • Witness the fascinating traditions of the festival come to life during the Day of the Dead parade. Catch glimpses of enormous skeleton puppets, dancers in vibrant costumes, and creative altars during one of the newer events of the holiday.
  • Take part in crafting beautiful altars with special offerings such as candles and personal belongings. Learn about the local customs of preparing extravagant altars at the gravesite of deceased loved ones.
  • Dress the part for the celebration by having your face painted and wearing a traditional costume during your Day of the Dead tour. Outfits typically entail bright colors and a floral crown for women, and a charro suit and top hat for men.
  • Visit the lively outdoor markets where you can purchase delicious treats, authentic sugar skulls, and lots of exquisite decorations for altars.
  • Enjoy a helping of Pan de Muerto, bread of the dead and taste the sweet culinary flavors of the celebration. This sugary treat is combined with citrus flavors, cinnamon, and is served with a soothing cup of hot chocolate.
  • Wander through the vibrant streets of many charming towns in Mexico and witness the beautiful decorations lining every corner. Everywhere from individual homes to public buildings have mesmerizing visual displays to admire.
  • Join a graveside vigil to experience one of the most enchanting traditions of the holiday. Include an excursion to a community that still practices the custom for a truly unique Day of the Dead vacation package.

 

Day of the Dead Travel Tips

  • If you decide to partake in the face-painting tradition of the festival, make sure you bring a cloth you do not mind discarding in the trash.
  • Do not wear a scary or offensive costume during your Day of the Dead tour. This is a sacred celebration to honor the passing of loved ones and wearing an inappropriate costume is extremely disrespectful.
  • Visit some of the smaller towns for a more intimate experience during your trip to Mexico. This will allow you to gain a more personal understanding of what the holiday means to the local communities.
  • Do not become intoxicated during the festivities as it will be perceived as offensive to the people honoring their loved ones.
  • Learn the basics of Spanish for an easier time communicating with the locals.

 

Welcome!

Sign-in to unlock instant trip discounts. Create wish lists and save up to USD 1,500.

Facebook
G
More login options here.