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Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido: Day of the Dead
7 days, Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido
In Mexico, death isn’t the end of the road — it’s the beginning of a huge party. Rooted in Aztec tradition, Oaxaca’s colourful Day of the Dead festivities have been drawing curious visitors for decades. This week-long tour throws you right into the middle of the action with four straight days of parades, macabre costumes, and market visits in search of sugar skulls. Then, it’s off to the coastal town of Puerto Escondido for some well-earned R&R on the beach you’ll be more than grateful for — or, if you’ve still got the energy, parties galore.
7 days
Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; The G staff to traveller ratio of a small group, but it's a G party! The more the merrier.
Age requirement: 18-39
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Itinerary
Day 1Oaxaca
Arrive at any time. Get to know your group tonight on the rooftop of a mezcalería. Sip some mezcal before heading to Txalaparta to dance the night away — sounds like the perfect way to kick off your adventure with your fellow travellers.
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Your First Night Out Moment Connect With New Friends| Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupDay 2Oaxaca
Stop by a local market to learn about local traditions and ceremonial objects used during Day of the Dead celebrations.
Day 3Oaxaca
Join in the celebrations during a Day of the Dead parade. Experience all that is going on in the zócalo or main square.
Day 4Oaxaca
Enjoy free time to take part in the celebrations in the zócalo, spend the day checking out nearby artisan towns, or visit the ruins of Monte Albán.
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Your Discover MomentDay 5Oaxaca/Puerto Escondido
Travel to the tropical paradise of Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free time for optional activities, or chill on the beach.
Day 6Puerto Escondido
If you haven't hit the waves yet, grab a board and hang ten, then enjoy an optional final night out with the group.
Day 7Puerto Escondido
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Oaxaca
- Visit to local markets to learn about ceremonial objects used for Day of the Dead
- Day of the Dead parade in Oaxaca
- Beach time in Puerto Escondido
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels/hostels (6 nts, most multi-share).
Meals
No meals included
Allow USD175-230 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private vehicle, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.