Mexico Day of the Dead in Oaxaca

From$999USD
7 days,Oaxaca to Oaxaca
Trip Code: CMDO

Following the seas of flowers and flickering candles of cemetery vigils, Watching the painted faces and street dances during Day of the Dead parades, Enjoying beautiful colonial Oaxaca, Bartering for macabre skeleton dolls at the market

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One of the great festivals of the world, the Day of the Dead is at once a celebration of ancestors and a huge party. From candy skulls and colourful parades to family picnics in historic cemeteries, the Day of the Dead is a party like no other and this tour is your backstage pass. If you’re culturally curious or slightly ghoulish, join us in Oaxaca—Mexico’s artistic heartland—for a truly different perspective of the country at its most exciting. And with incredible ruins and fantastic landscapes all around, you don’t need to be Wednesday Addams to get into the macabre spirit of this incredible celebration.

What's Included

  • Arrival transfer, visits to observe cemetary vigils in the towns of Xoxocotlan and Atzompa, Oaxaca and Etla Valley Day of the Dead parades, orientation walk and market visit in Oaxaca, tour to nearby artisan villages.
  • 6 breakfasts. (Allow USD200-300 for meals not included.)
  • Comfort hotel (6 nts).
  • Private van, walking.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
  • Small group experience; Max 15, avg 8.
Map of the route for Mexico Day of the Dead in Oaxaca
Places Visited
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Day 1 Oaxaca

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.

Day 2-6 Oaxaca (5B)

Spend 5 days exploring the culture, spirituality and festivities of the famed Day of the Dead festival. Your expert, local CEO will lead you on an amazing journey through Oaxaca and this festive tradition. The schedule is based on what is happening that day, with various included experiences such as orientation walks through the city, visits to observe cemetery vigils in the towns of Xoxocotlan and Atzompa, and the Oaxaca and Etla Valley Day of the Dead parades. We also visit local markets and take excursions to nearby villages to meet artisans at work. There is also free time to explore on your own and options to visit the nearby ruins of Monte Alban or Mitla, take a cooking class, or relax in a café on the city's main square.

Day 7 Oaxaca (B)

Depart at any time.

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