Mexico City: Day of the Dead Original

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 cobalt-blue-walled Frida Kahlo Museum in the Coyoacana neighbourhood or simply relax in one of the many gardens – Parque Bicentanario is a favourite for its extensive orchid collection. After your meeting, maybe head out to 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.

This morning, visit Calazucho – a family-owned workshop dedicated to teaching the art of making sugar and chocolate calaveras (sugar skulls). When you arrive, join the workshop where you'll hear the story of Calazucho and the calaveras, 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.

Set out on a walking tour of Mexico City’s historic centre today, 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 all the treats 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.

This morning is free for you to discover Mexico City at your own pace, before making your way to Tlalocan. When you arrive, you’ll meet your local host in their home and create your own traditional altar for the Day of the Dead. Get creative with fresh flowers, salt, water, candles, incense, paper, bread, sugar and calaveras. This afternoon, drive to Tlahuac and 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. After immersing yourself in the traditions of Day of the Dead, return to Mexico City later this evening.

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.