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Mexico City: Day of the Dead Original

5 days
Start and end in Mexico City
5.0
1 traveler review

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Festival & Events
Celebrate culture, music, and traditions around the world
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
Ages 15+

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Mexico City

    You'll land in Mexico City with the day ahead to get oriented before the welcome meeting at 6 pm. If your flight arrives early, the Zocalo is worth checking out to see the Aztec ruins and colonial buildings, or you could spend time relaxing in one of the parks. Once the meeting wraps up, head out into the streets to try some local food and look around for Day of the Dead decorations that'll be up around the city.

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Zocalo square to see Aztec ruins and colonial architecture
    • Relax in parks, plazas and gardens
    • Try street tacos and street food
    • Spot Day of the Dead decorations around the city
    Landmarks
    Zocalo
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  2. Day 2

    Tlalocan

    The morning is yours to do what you want in Mexico City, then at 1 pm you'll travel to Tlalocan to meet your local host. You'll get to build your own traditional Day of the Dead altar with hands-on help. Later in the afternoon, walk through Panteon cemetery where graves are decorated with bright flowers, photos, and food offerings. You'll see people there taking part in ceremonies to remember those who've passed away.

    Included Activities

    • Create traditional Day of the Dead altar
    • Visit Panteon cemetery to see decorated graves and Day of the Dead ceremonies
    Landmarks
    Panteon Cemetery (Tlahuac)
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  3. Day 3

    Mexico City

    A walking tour takes you through Mexico City's historic center, stopping by the Zocalo, Metropolitan Cathedral, Templo Mayor, and Palacio de Bellas Artes. You'll visit the open-air Mercado San Juan where vendors have Day of the Dead supplies like pan de muerto bread and other items. There's time to browse and grab lunch with festival foods if you're interested. After that, the afternoon is open for you to explore on your own.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Mexico City historic center including Zocalo, Metropolitan Cathedral, Templo Mayor and Palacio de Bellas Artes
    • Visit Mercado San Juan market

    Optional Activities

    • Buy lunch and sample special Day of the Dead festival foods at Mercado San Juan
    • Explore Mexico City on your own in the afternoon
    Landmarks
    Zocalo
    Metropolitan Cathedral
    Templo Mayor
    Palacio de Bellas Artes
    Mercado San Juan
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  4. Day 4

    Teotihuacan

    An early start takes you from Mexico City to Teotihuacan to explore the ancient ruins with a local guide. You'll climb the Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon, then walk down The Avenue of the Dead while learning about the city's history from nearly 2000 years ago. By late afternoon you're back in Mexico City, and there's an optional group dinner if you want to join in.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Teotihuacan ruins including Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon
    • Walk The Avenue of the Dead

    Optional Activities

    • Final dinner in Mexico City
    Landmarks
    Teotihuacan
    Pyramid of the Sun
    Pyramid of the Moon
    Avenue of the Dead
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  5. Day 5

    Mexico City

    After breakfast, your Day of the Dead festival tour comes to an end. If you'd like to stay longer in Mexico City, extra accommodation can be arranged depending on what's available.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Book additional accommodation in Mexico City (subject to availability)
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  • TJ
    · November 14th, 2021
    It was a great tour and our guide Alejo was awesome.
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    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hello Tanja! Thanks for sharing your experience with us on our Mexico City: Day of the Dead tour. We're so glad you enjoyed your time with Alejo exploring that beautiful city at such a special time of the year. We hope we'll be able to welcome you on... Show more
    Trip date: October 2021
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