Day of the Dead in Mexico City

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CAD $1949

6 Days

Best Rate: Guarantee

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

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.

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Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 30 Oct 2026

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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
Discover the vibrant Día de Muertos altars of La Condesa and Roma on a local walking tour
Visit a local cemetery and witness the traditions that honor those who have passed
Indulge in Mexican street food

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Trip Details

Product Code: 1780

Tour Type: Small Group

Accommodation: Budget

Transport: Private vehicle, metro, walking.

Guide Language: English

Travel Styles: Classic, 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 G for Good Moment: Xochimilco Cultural Experience, Mexico City Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Mercado de Jamaica, Mexico City
Mexico City walking tour
Altars Walking Tour in La Condesa & Roma
Xochimilco Cultural Experience
Visit to Xochimilco Cementery
Free time in Mexico City
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

Hotels (5 nts).

5 breakfasts, 2 lunches

Transport

Private vehicle, metro, walking.

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1949 ($325 /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.

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Day 2: Mexico City

Get into the Día de Muertos spirit with a local walking tour through the vibrant neighborhoods of Roma and Condesa, then spend the afternoon exploring Mexico City at your own pace and taking in the sights and energy of its iconic Día de Muertos parade.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Explore the neighborhoods of Roma and Condesa with a local guide, discovering the colorful altars and Día de Muertos traditions that come to life in the streets during this special time of year. Learn about the meaning behind the offerings, flowers, photographs, and other elements while experiencing these neighborhoods from a local perspective.Free_time - After the walking tour, enjoy a free afternoon to explore Mexico City at your own pace and experience the Día de Muertos celebrations. Choose where to have lunch, visit the parade, explore the surrounding streets, or simply soak up the festive atmosphere.

Day 3: Mexico City

Explore Mexico City's historic centre with your CEO, taking in the iconic Zócalo and learning about the city's Día de Muertos traditions. Continue to Mercado de Jamaica, where you'll meet local vendors, discover ceremonial objects and seasonal preparations, and taste traditional antojitos and treats connected to the celebration.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Get the lay of the land during a walking tour of Mexico City with the CEO. Start by visiting the historic centre (known as the zócalo) of the city, before visiting the Jamaica Market to chat with some of the vendors about ceremonial objects used for Day of the Dead celebrations.Activity - Visit Mercado de Jamaica, one of Mexico City’s vibrant traditional markets, where you’ll experience the local preparations and atmosphere surrounding Día de Muertos. Take a stroll through the market, discover seasonal traditions, and taste a selection of local antojitos and treats inspired by the celebration

Day 4: Mexico City

Travel to Xochimilco and spend the day exploring its living cultural heritage with Colectivo Mitote, a local Planeterra project. Visit one of the oldest and most sustainable chinampas in the area and learn how this ancient farming system continues to shape life and traditions in Xochimilco today. Along the way, discover the deeper meaning of Día de Muertos and how local families honor and remember their loved ones. Continue to a Xochimilco cemetery, where families gather to decorate graves, share memories, and celebrate the lives of those who have passed. This immersive experience offers a meaningful look at Día de Muertos through the eyes of the local community.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit a traditional chinampa with Colectivo Mitote, a local Planeterra project, and discover one of Xochimilco’s oldest and most sustainable forms of agriculture. Learn about the role chinampas play in the local community and how they remain connected to the area’s traditions and identity. Gain insight into the meaning of Día de Muertos and how local communities preserve and celebrate this important tradition.Activity - Visit a local cemetery in Xochimilco during Día de Muertos and see how families honor and remember their loved ones. Discover colorful offerings, flowers, candles, and personal tributes as you learn about the traditions and beliefs that shape this meaningful celebration.

Day 5: Mexico City

Enjoy a free day to explore Mexico City at your own pace. Take time to revisit your favorite neighborhoods, discover local markets and museums, or continue enjoying the Día de Muertos celebrations. For those looking to venture beyond the city, an optional visit to the ancient pyramids of Teotihuacán is available.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Take advantage of free time to get out and explore this amazing city and its surroundings.

Day 6: Mexico City

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

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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.