Day Of The Dead In Mexico City
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Day of the Dead in Mexico City
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.
- Guests: 2 Adults
- Duration: 5 Nights
- Board: Various Meals
- Departing: Selected UK Airports
- Offer Date: 30th October 2026
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Why Book?
✓Hays Travel Peace of Mind Guarantee
✓£49pp low deposit followed by 18 monthly payments of £120pp
✓Explore Mexico City Experience this important cultural event
✓Small group tour, averaging 12 travellers per departure
✓Single room supplement from £415pp
✓Add Travel Insurance from £67pp
✓All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Tour Highlights
✓Your 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
Day 1: Mexico City
Arrive at any time.
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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