Mexico City to Oaxaca: Celebrate Day of the Dead
Itinerary
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.
Please plan for your flight to arrive at the airport in Mexico City no later than 12pm.
- Mexico City Walking Tour and Taco Dinner: Set off on a guided walking tour of Mexico City. Explore markets and identify foods and items that are used in the Day of the Dead celebrations. Try your hand at making homemade tortillas and then end the evening at a local taquería, trying some of the cities most authentic tacos.
- Meet Your CEO and Group: 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.
Enjoy a full day at your leisure in Mexico City. Explore the city's vibrant streets and historic sites on your own. Opt to join a tour of Xochimilco, a system of canals built by the ancient Aztecs.
- Free Time: Take advantage of the day to get out and explore this amazing city and its surroundings. Explore the city and watch some of the preparations come together for the cities Day of the Dead festivities. Opt to visit the colorful canals of Xochimilco with one of our G for Good partners, or experience the excitement of a Lucha Libre wrestling match in the evening.
- Boat Tour of Xochimilco: Explore Mexico City's Xochimilco, a system of canals built by the ancient Aztecs. Navigate through colourful floating gardens on a brightly painted, flat-bottomed punt-a-boat. The waters are home to the critically endangered axolotl, a rather unusual amphibian native to Mexico with deep roots into Aztec mythology. After navigating the waters, stop at a Chinampa for a traditional meal.
Journey from Mexico City to the historic city of Puebla and take a guided orientation walk through its charming downtown, filled with colonial architecture and bustling plazas. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore at your own pace.
- Puebla Orientation Walk: The route will vary for each tour, allowing our CEOs to share their personal favorites. Puebla is known for many things, such as pottery, colonial architecture and great food. You can expect to see the zócalo, artisans' market and visit the historic buildings within centre of this World Heritage city.
- Local Bus: Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
- Free Time: Discover everything Puebla has to offer as you enjoy free time to explore its vibrant streets, charming squares, and rich cultural treasures.
Visit Atlixco, the City of Flowers, and experience the cempasúchil fields, Escalera Ancha, and the Valle de las Catrinas before Día de los Muertos. Discover this charming city alongside a local guide.
- Atlixco Day Tour: Enjoy a day tour to Atlixco, the City of Flowers, as Día de los Muertos approaches and the region fills with color and tradition. Walk among vast fields of blooming cempasúchil, the murals of Escalera Ancha, and visit the vibrant Valle de las Catrinas, where art and culture come together. Explore Atlixco’s charming streets, history, and festive atmosphere while your local guide shares insights into local customs and traditions.
Journey to beautiful Oaxaca and get a feel for the city on an orientation walk. In the evening, visit a local cemetery to witness families preparing for Día de los Muertos.
- Oaxaca Orientation Walk: All walks will be slightly different, allowing your CEO to show off their favorite spots. You can except to see some of the special places to visit during Day of the Dead in Oaxaca. Opt to sample some delicious Oaxacan foods along the way such as mole, tlayudas or chapulines.
- Cemetery Visit: Visit a local cemetery and witness local families preparing, cleaning and decorating the area where their loved ones are buried. This special visit allows visitors to have a unique insight into this moving and emotional experience.
Explore the markets of Oaxaca to learn about local traditions, stock up and get ready for the upcoming festivities. Opt to book a tour to nearby Etla to experience the Oaxacan tradition of the famous Muerteada ceremony.
- Oaxaca Market Visit: Join your CEO to explore the markets of Oaxaca, compare and contrast to what you’ve seen in Mexico City. Packed with local food, souvenirs, and supplies used for Day of the Dead celebrations. Visit a specialty shop to try Mexican hot chocolate.
- Muerteada in Etla: Choose to book onto a tour to visit nearby Etla for its famous Murteada. This event brings together music, costumes and an irreverent sense of humor to create a battle of the bands meets parade that is uniquely Mexican. Bring your sense of adventure and get ready to embrace the bizarre!
Take advantage of a free day. Opt to explore the ancient ruins of Monte Albán, or simply relax and soak in the charm of Oaxaca at your own pace.
- Free Time: There's plenty to see and do in Oaxaca, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try an optional activity like visiting the ruins of Monte Albán. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!
- Monte Albán Tour: The Zapotec site of Monte Albán dates back to 500 BC and features platforms, pyramids, plazas, and a ball court sitting on a leveled mountaintop some 10km (5 mi) from Oaxaca. Enjoy the 360-degree views, see Olmec carvings, and be sure to visit the museum to see artifacts and stele excavated in the early 20th century.
Depart at any time With so much to do in Oaxaca, we suggest booking an extra night to explore all this fabulous city has to offer.
Trip Inclusions
- 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.
- Your Foodie Moment: Mexico City Walking Tour and Taco Dinner, Mexico City
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Oaxaca
- Free time in Mexico City
- Puebla Orientation Walk
- Free time in Puebla
- Day tour of Atlixco
- Oaxaca Orientation Walk
- Visit to a local Oaxaca Cemetery to view Day of Dead Traditions
- Oaxaca Market Visit
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Private vehicle, walking
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- Hotels (7 Nights)
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.
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