Mexico City: Day of the Dead Original
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Feel the mystical vibes of the weird and wonderful Dia de los Muertos, or the annual Day of the Dead festival, on this five-day cultural exploration of Mexico City. Sample tasty street food at the open-air Mercado San Juan, join a calaveritas de azucar (sugar skulls) workshop and take part in a traditional Day of the Dead ceremony. This festival is all about rituals, so you’ll dive straight into the spiritual (and sometimes spooky) ceremonies that have made this tradition so famous.
Duration 5 days
Destination Mexico
Company Intrepid
Availability From 31/10/2025 to 02/11/2027
Call 1300 018 390
What's Included?
- Take part in the rituals and festivities of the Day of the Dead, like making your own traditional altar offering
- Discover how sugar and chocolate calaveritas (sugar skulls) are made during a workshop at Calazucho
- Hear the stories of this tradition before making your very own sugar skull!
- Visit Tlahuac Cemetery to see the graves that have been decorated with colourful flowers, photos and food
- Then, watch the Day of the Dead ceremonies in this spooky setting
- Sample tasty street food at the open-air Mercado San Juan, where people come to buy everything they need for the Day of the Dead, including the famous pan de muerto sweet rolls
- Join a walking tour of Mexico City’s historic centre
- Pass the Zocalo, Metropolitan Cathedral and Palacio de Bellas Artes and see the city come alive with decorations as locals prepare for the festival
- Breakfasts Included: 4
- Hotel (4 nights)
- Private vehicle, Metro
- Age: min 15
- Group Size: 1 - 12
- Tlahuac - Cemetery visit in Tlahuac
- Tlalocán - Day of the Dead altar creation
- Mexico City - San Juan Market visit
- Mexico City - City Tour
- Mexico City - Calaveras de azucar (sugar skulls) workshop
Availability
- From 31/10/2025 to 02/11/2027
Visit Mexico
1 Mexico City
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Mexico. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe head to the Zocalo to see Aztec ruins and architecture, visit the Frida Kahlo Museum or simply relax in one of the many gardens. After your meeting, maybe head outto see the city in full swing – street tacos, anyone? You may have already noticed a mystical feeling in the air – keep an eye out for Day of the Dead decorations around town.
2 Mexico City
This morning is free for you to explore Mexico City at your own pace, before making your way to Tlahuac. When you arrive, you’ll meet your local host in their home and create your own traditional altar for the Day of the Dead. This afternoon, visit Panteon Cemetery to see the graves that have been decorated with colourful flowers, photos, food and more – as part of the festival, the locals organise ceremonies at the cemetery to commemorate the lives of people that have passed on. Tonight, maybe find a local restaurant for dinner – your leader will have the best recommendations.
3 Mexico City
Set out on a walking tour of Mexico City’s historic centre, passing the Zocalo, Metropolitan Cathedral, Templo Mayor and Palacio de Bellas Artes. Along the way, stop by the open-air Mercado San Juan where people come to buy everything they need for the Day of the Dead – including the famous pan de muerto sweet rolls (bread of the dead). After you’ve looked around, maybe find a local cafe for lunch or try some of the special festival foods. The afternoon is then free for you to explore on your own.
4 Mexico City
This morning, visit Calazucho – a family-owned workshop dedicated to teaching the art of making sugar and chocolate calaveritas (sugar skulls). When you arrive, join the workshop where you'll hear the story of Calazucho and the calaveritas, and learn about the history behind the Day of the Dead. Then, follow a demonstration on how the skulls are made and create your own. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Mexico City. Tonight, maybe head out for dinner with your fellow travellers to celebrate the last night of your trip.
5 Mexico City
After breakfast, your trip comes to an end. If you would like to spend more time in Mexico City, just speak with your booking agent ahead of time.
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Departure dates and Pricing
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 31st October, 202531/10/2025 | Tue 4th November, 202504/11/2025 | Sold Out | Per person from$1705* |
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 30th October, 202631/10/2025 | Tue 3rd November, 202604/11/2025 | Available | Per person from$1695* | Enquire » |
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 29th October, 202731/10/2025 | Tue 2nd November, 202704/11/2025 | Available | Per person from$1780* | Enquire » |
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