Day of the Dead in Mexico City
Experience Overview
You might have seen it in the movies or on TV but now's your chance to experience the Day of the Dead in real life with this six-day tour. Explore Mexico City's markets and tuck into local street food. Get into the spirit with traditional face painting then join a citywide procession. Venture to a small town to witness the elaborate altars built in honour of loved ones passed. You'll walk away with a greater appreciation for this important cultural event and some incredible memories to boot.
Highlights
- Shop for Day of the Dead goods at Jamaica Market
- Get into the spirit with face painting
- Join one of many street parties
- Witness a graveyard procession in a small town
- Indulge in Mexican street food
Trip Details
Product Code: 1780
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private vehicle, metro, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: CMDD
Starts: Mexico City, Mexico
Finishes: Mexico City, Mexico
Duration: 6 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: San Juan Market visit, Mexico City
- Mexico City walking tour
- Visit to Jamaica Market to learn about ceremonial objects used for Day of the Dead
- San Juan Market visit with lunch
- Face painting
- Day of the Dead parade
- Day of the Dead street party
- San Andrés Mixquic day trip with cemetery visit to participate in graveyard procession
- Free time in Mexico City
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (5 nts).
- 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Transport
- Private vehicle, metro, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,499 ($250 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Mexico City
Arrive at any time.
Day of the Dead takes place between October 31 and November 2 and is a celebration and remembrance of the deceased. Families will build private altars and bring large feasts to cemeteries, to be with the souls of the departed. It is believed that the souls will come back to visit and take part in the celebrations. Some of the “ofrendas” (altars) are very elaborate and include sugar skulls and marigold flowers. In most regions, the souls of infants and children are honoured on November 1. Adults are remembered on November 2. It is generally a festive rather than somber gathering.
Day 2: Mexico City
Get out and explore Mexico City by walking through the historic centre with the CEO. Stop by the Jamaica Market to chat with some vendors, and learn about Day of the Dead goods for sale. Visit the San Juan Market to check out food stalls and sample some delicious Mexican street food.
Day 3: Mexico City
In the morning travel to Xochimilco, a natural reserve where the farmlands of the ancient Aztec people were created with a system of “chinampas” and water channels. Witness how the inhabitants of Xochimilco integrate their unique natural elements and landscape into their Day of the Dead celebrations. Cruise along the channels in a traditionally decorated trajinera and learn more about the local history from a knowledgeable guide. Make a stop at one of the chinampas or floating gardens, and have an included meal before having time to decorate your faces with traditional make-up for the celebrations. The final stop of the day will be to Xochimilco ́s cemetery and the heart of Day of the Dead.
Day 4: Mexico City
Travel to the small town of San Andrés Mixquic in the afternoon to take in a procession to the graveyard. Visit a cemetery to see the elaborate altars and offerings prepared by locals in honour the memories of their loved ones.
Day 5: Mexico City
Take advantage of a free day to explore more of Mexico City and surroundings. Opt to visit the massive pyramids of Teotihuacán, check out the Frida Kahlo Museum, or join more of the festivities.
Day 6: Mexico City
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Colin P - Traveled, October 2023
The CEOs! Both of our trips with you have been elevated by the hosts. This was especially true this time with Alonso, he has deep love and passion for his country and it showed.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Susan B - Traveled, October 2023
The CEO Laura was amazing! She made the tour utterly fantastic for us every step of the way we were supported to get the most out of our tour, experience and trip. I would recommend G Adventures and their fanastic CEOs to anyone looking to travel, especially if they are a little unfarmilar with the country, area or travelling.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Christina P - Traveled, October 2023
The tour was all that was prommissed.
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Ian C - Traveled, October 2023
Meet other travel companions and a guided tour
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Nicole N - Traveled, September 2023
We love having a guide available for anything that may come up during our trip. Also the locations are exciting and the activities are very unique!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Elizabeth S - Traveled, September 2023
Love this travel style and have already recommended G Adventures to others
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Pepe F - Traveled, September 2023
I thought this trip was absolutely incredible. The price was very accurate and reasonable for our accommodations, the activities were top-notch, and the CEO was so passionate and invested in making this a great experience. The hotel location was amazing and it was very relaxed yet well-coordinated.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Gabrielle ƒmilie A - Traveled, August 2023
I find G Adventures has a decent selection of trips to choose from and when I had an issue, I was provided with help, which I greatly appreciated.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
David G - Traveled, September 2024
I think the CEO and experience of The Day of the Dead put together did it for me. Good time to be in Mexico City.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Jemma P - Traveled, September 2023
Safe travel, local guide to help with translation and transport. Experiences
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Matthias S - Traveled, September 2023
G Adventures keeps you up to date and prepares you for your travel. The company offers the opportunity to get to know a country beyond the touristic pathway.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Nicole N - Traveled, September 2023
We love having a guide available for anything that may come up during our trip. Also the locations are exciting and the activities are very unique!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Rebecca D - Traveled, September 2023
G Adventures always stay in the best location, fantastic CEO?s and just right amount of group/free time
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Ian C - Traveled, September 2023
Meet other travel companions and a guided tour
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Sarah P - Traveled, September 2023
Because going on a trip gave me the confidence to do something I wouldn't have gone to on my own
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Cherree B - Traveled, September 2023
The tour was amazing just let down by the Mixquic tour that was so frightening with the pushing and shoving of the hundreds of people there. I was so panicked that I ended up a shaking claustrophobic mess.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Meike K - Traveled, September 2023
Usually G Adventures tours are well organised and an easy and safe way to travel with like minded people
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Elisha A. - Traveled, August 2023
Alonso, as my first guide with G Adventures, was fantastic! He was knowledgeable and fostered a safe space for our group to explore the unknown. He was attentive to requests and shared daily alternative options if group members were unable yo attend planned adventures. He was/is kind, approachable and respectful. I felt well taken care of and had good trust in his ability to navigate multiple outings through very diverse experiences.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/03/2024
Emma W - Traveled, August 2023
I had a good time overall but not sure the price is justifiable and there are areas for improvement.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Martina R - Traveled, August 2023
All in all, I liked it, but there was too much free time in such a big city and the planned tours were sometimes chaotic
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
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