Mexico City: Day of the Dead
7 days, 1 city | From $2,189 before flights | Estimated payments as low as $63
Which trip style is right for you?
Essential: Budget-friendly, shared accommodations. Perfect for solo travelers and extroverts.
Plus: Hotel-style rooms with one other traveler. Great for those who want more privacy.
Why go?
Mexico City is already an absolute vibe. But when you’re there for Day of the Dead? GAME OVER. Escape to CDMX and get caught up in the historic traditions, vibrant neighborhoods, and colorful festivities of Mexico’s biggest celebration.
What you'll get
- Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book ’em yourself)
- 6 nights in handpicked accommodations
- 6 breakfasts
- 2 dinners
- Expert Tour Director
- 24/7 support
- Guided tour of Teotihuacán
- Entrance to Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe & Frida Kahlo Museum
Picture yourself
- Unveiling ancient mysteries at Teotihuacán
- Trying traditional Day of the Dead treats
- Floating through the canals of Xochimilco
- Wandering Mexico City’s decked-out neighborhoods
- Experiencing how locals celebrate—at a cemetery
Itinerary

Day 1: Fly to Mexico City + Welcome Dinner
Board your flight to Mexico City for an unforgettable week. Día de los Muertos is the liveliest time (pun intended) to visit Mexico’s capital, so buckle up. No really, you’re about to take off.
- Meet an EF representative and fellow travelers as they arrive at the airport.
- Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
- Enjoy a Welcome Dinner of local cuisine and drinks with your group.
Day 2: Explore Mexico City
¡Bienvenidos a la Ciudad de México! It’s a big place with lots to see, especially during Día de los Muertos, the annual holiday honoring the life and memory of the dead. It sounds gloomy, but it’s the total opposite—you’re gonna feel so alive.
- Start your Tour Director-led walk at Jamaica Market where locals flock to buy their Day of the Dead supplies.
- Try traditional holiday treats like pan de muerto and candied pumpkin.
- Marvel at Casa de Los Azulejos, a stunning 18th century palace.
- End at Avenida Paseo de la Reforma to gawk at the decorations and get lunch on your own.
Angel of Independence: This prominent column was built as a symbol of freedom and victory during Mexico’s struggle for independence from Spain. You can see it anytime, but it’s beautifully lit up at night.
National Palace: Located in the city’s main square, this historic site is the current residence of Mexico’s president. You can tour parts of the building and admire murals by Diego Rivera.
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Accommodations
We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.
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Reviews
Overall rating based on 7 traveler reviews
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Overall, i really enjoyed this trip. Seeing Mexico City during one of the biggest celebrations was an absolute treat. I liked the combination of seeing the normal spots of the city experience tour, combined with the day of the dead festivities. Plus the location of the hotel was...
This trip was the first run of its kind and was so much fun! I was in awe of all the colors and the flowers! The extra excursion was definitely worth it loved being on the canal in the boats with the mariachi band! I feel so fortunate to have been able to celebrate Dia de los...
I really enjoyed going on my first international solo trip to Mexico City, it was amazing and having EF Ultimate Break plan everything and letting me meet amazing people is awesome! So grateful for that!
Seeing how Mexico City celebrated day of the dead was so fantastic. I enjoyed seeing how everyone decorated leading up to the celebration them visiting the cemetery to see how families honored their loved ones was so heartfelt. We attended a parade instead of the second cemetery...
As EF’s first CDMX trip they did a wonderful job! Highly recommend if you have the chance to do this trip BOOK IT!!! The people of Mexico City are so friendly and welcoming to foreigners. Most of the locals know basic English which means out of curiosity try and learn how to...
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2025 | ||
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