Mixquic Dia de Muertos: Day of the Dead Tour (9 h)

Overview

Experience the Mixquic Dia de Muertos cultural festival, recognized as an intangible World Heritage by UNESCO. Enjoy typical food and drink, explore the Mexican tradition of Día de Muertos in Mexico City, and see thousands of candles and flowers set on colorful offerings in a traditional way.

Highlights

Itinerary

The phrase “Because death is life, it lights up in another place” from the beloved movie Coco perfectly encapsulates what the famous Mexican celebration of Dia de Muertos, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage, means to Mexicans.

We will board a vehicle and set off for San Andrés Mixquic, one of the seven original villages in the Tláhuac Delegation, where our Mixquic Dia de Muertos tour commences.

Once there, we’ll visit the historic center of San Andrés Mixquic to admire the Day of the Dead decorations. As we stroll through its beautifully adorned and colorful streets, we’ll delve into the origins of this celebration. Did you know that during the Aztec era, the living already honored their loved ones in a very special way?

Throughout the Mixquic Dia de Muertos tour, we’ll pass by the San Andrés Apostol Church and witness various Dia de Muertos altars. Each of these altars features skulls and photographs that commemorate deceased family members. You’ll learn about the process of preparing these small shrines, as each one has its own unique ritual.

For Mexican families, Dia de Muertos holds great significance. Parents, grandparents, siblings, and other relatives, whether near or distant, come together in cemeteries to remember those they once shared their lives with. We’ll also explain the customary practices that take place in cemeteries to honor the memory of the departed.

After gaining insights into the primary traditions of this special day on the Mixquic Dia de Muertos tour, get back to our vehicle and relax on the way back to Mexico City.

How is this tour different?

Authentic

  ?How this tour provides an actual image of the destination, life, and practices of the host community.

We do our best to make our trips educative and fulfilling, in which travelers can interact with local populations, learn about their traditions, and culture, and connect with their core values.

A tour with impact

  ?How this tour positively affects the destination and local communities on economic, socio-cultural, and environmental dimensions.

We support the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Our tours are aligned with SDG 8 and 12, focusing on empowering local communities and promoting sustainable consumption and production practices. We take tourists to underdeveloped regions, creating opportunities for economic growth while respecting local traditions and educating communities on sustainable approaches.

Other

  ?Other advantages this tour offers to travelers.

Just sightseeing and fun: no visits to tourist shops and restaurants.
Ideal for small groups: the price is fixed and varies just slightly based on the number of participants.
Flexibility: adjust the program and route to your interests or extend the duration for an extra fee.

Prices

• This tour is private: only your group will participate.
• The price per person is variable and depends on the size of your group (please choose the number of participants in the booking calendar ➡️ to see the final price).

Inclusions

Included ✅

Local Expert Guides

Service of a multilingual local guide:

• Small-group tour: English & Spanish (our guides are bilingual). 
• Private tour: Spanish & English + other languages (e.g. French, German, Italian, Portuguese) upon prior request (based on availability).

Transportation

Round transportation from Mexico City:

• Small-group tour: shared (with other participants in the group tour) pickup from a defined location.
• Private tour: private (just for your group) pickup from your accommodation or another place of choice in Mexico City.

The type of vehicle depends on the size of the group and may include a car, 7-seater, or minivan.

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included: find insurance tailored for you.

Meals

Typical Day of the Dead fare: pan de muerto and atole.

Activities

Walking tour of Mixquic.

         

Excluded ❌

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included: find the one exactly for you.

Personal expenses

We suggest keeping some cash on hand if you wish to purchase meals or souvenirs during the tour.

Flights

Flights are not included: check our partner deals.

Tips

Tips are not included but are highly recommended, as they constitute a significant part of the income for local tourism service personnel.

Details

Cancellations

This and most of our 1-day tours can be canceled up to 48 hours before the departure (see cancellation policy for more info).

Frequently asked questions:

How to book?

To reserve the tour, please choose the date and complete the booking form. Once finished, you will receive a booking confirmation in your email.

How can I contact the tour organizer?

You can find the contact phone number and email of the tour organizer in the confirmation email.

Can I talk to someone?

Except for the information on this page, you can see full terms & conditions from each tour organizer before completing your booking.

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Cancellations & Modifications

To cancel or modify your booking, please contact the Organizer directly using the email or phone number provided in the booking confirmation. Cancellations and modifications are subject to availability and the approval of the Organizer in accordance with their booking terms and conditions, which are made available to you during the booking process.

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