Mexico City to Oaxaca: Celebrate Day of the Dead

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Mexico City, Mexico

Oaxaca, Mexico

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Highlights

Soak up the electric history and festive energy of Mexico’s vibrant cities.

Get lost in the vast golden fields of blooming cempasúchil in Atlixco.

Head to a local cemetery to see Day of the Dead traditions come alive.

Hit the bustling markets and devour Mexico’s legendary street food scene

Itinerary

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.

day 1Mexico 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.
We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this bustling metropolis. Talk to your agent about booking pre-tour accommodation.

Meal

Dinner

Accomodation

Hotel PF Suites (or similar)

Included Activities

Mexico City Walking Tour and Taco Dinner Duration : 3.0 hr, Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Mexico City

day 3Mexico City/Puebla

day 4Puebla / Atlixco

day 5Puebla/Oaxaca

day 6Oaxaca

day 7Oaxaca

day 8Oaxaca

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (7 nts).

Meals

7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Note: Allow USD200-260 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your Foodie Moment: Mexico City Walking Tour and Taco Dinner, Mexico CityYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Discover Moment: OaxacaFree time in Mexico CityPuebla Orientation WalkFree time in PueblaDay tour of AtlixcoOaxaca Orientation WalkVisit to a local Oaxaca Cemetery to view Day of Dead TraditionsOaxaca Market Visit

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