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About this trip
Embrace the Magic: Day of the Dead in Morelia, Michoacán - A 5-Day Cultural Fiesta with Alma Explores!
One of the most popular places, if not, thee most popular place to observe Mexico's Day of the Dead celebrations, is in the state of Michoacan.
Join us on this amazing 4 nights/5 day journey, as we observe these magical traditions.
Our home base will be UNESCO World Heritage site, the city of Morelia , known for its colonial architecture and also the capital of the state of Michoacán.
We will be visiting grave sites in local small villages, learning about the Purepecha indigenous community, partaking in the local cuisine, and shopping the local arts and markets.
***Scroll down and click on the photos below for day by day itinerary.
**Some easy physical activities like walking tours are included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the experience. With the exception of the actual Day of the Dead (Nov. 1st) Most walking tours are 2-2.5 hours with stops in between.
**Please note that although we do our best to accommodate vegan diets, Morelia is not vegan friendly, and it can be difficult to find vegan options. We do our best, but cannot promise any vegan meals.
REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY: You have 24 hours from the time of booking to cancel a trip for a full refund. ALL REFUNDS ARE SUBJECT TO A 3% PROCESSING FEE. In other words, if you request a refund for a payment or a deposit, your refund will be minus a 3% processing fee. After 24 hours, the trip deposit – and all future payments – are non-refundable. Our contracts with our suppliers are competitive and do not allow refunds and this is how we can offer affordable monthly payments on our trip packages.
You must communicate your cancellation via email at alma@almaexplores.com.
TRAVEL INSURANCE WITH INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL COVERAGE IS MANDATORY to travel with us. We highly encourage you to purchase travel insurance within 30 days of booking this trip.
What’s included
- Expert Trip HostAlma Explores On-site Trip Host
- 4 Nights Hotel3.5 Star boutique hotel in centrally located location
- Airport TransfersAirport Taxi Transfers-Roundtrip to and from MLM-Morelia International Airport
- In-room snacksIn-room snacks
- Daily BreakfastAt the hotel
- Welcome 3-Course DinnerWelcome Group Dinner at top Morelia restaurant
- MealsDaily breakfast at hotel, arrival day box meal, 2 group dinners, 2 lunches
- Tips for meals includedFor meals included only.
- Ground TransportationTransportation to all hosted activities
- All tours/entrance feesActivities listed in the itinerary
- Morelia Walking TourGet to know the city center of Morelia and admire Day of the Dead decorations with a guided tour..
- Patzcuaro Day TripTown of Patzcuaro comes alive with vibrant Day of the Dead preparations and outdoor markets, making it excellent for shopping.
- Capula VisitVisit Capula, the birthplace of the clay "Catrina".
- Tupátaro VisitVisit town of Tupátaro, where we'll admire the traditional Day of the Dead altars.
- Cuanajo VisitVisit town of Cuanajo to see monumental family altars and families come with wooden horses adorned with flowers, fruits and other foods to honor the deceased.
- Tzurumutaro VisitTzurumutaro cemetery, witness thousands of candles, dotted in lines along the pathways and around or on top of tombs, casting their amber light on the marigolds.
- In-room massageAvailable at extra cost.
- Pre-trip ConciergePre-trip concierge support for massage appointments
- Private Concierge ChatAlma Explores Private Concierge Chat during the trip
- Bon Voyage Calls2 Pre-Trip Group Video Call with the Alma Explores Team
- WaterProvided during walking tour and day trips.
- Swag BagPersonalized hand-selected gifts in your Swag Bag
What’s not included
- FlightsFlights NOT INCLUDED-Arrive & Depart -MLM-Morelia International Airport
- Some mealsDoes not include 2 lunches and 1 dinner
- Travel InsuranceTravel insurance for the entire trip is required.
- PassportYou must carry a current passport. Passport Cards are not valid for air travel. Passport should be valid for at least six months from the date of your arrival in Mexico.
- Processing FeesPassport or Visa Processing Fees
- Alcoholic BeveragesNOT INCLUDED
- Extra ExpensesPersonal shopping, transportation, tours, not listed in the itinerary.
- Hotel Massage AmenityIn-Room Hotel massage must be paid in cash directly with masseuse, plus tip.
- Select TipsTips for Tour Leader, Guides and Drivers
Available Packages
1 Room - 2 Beds - 2 people max per room.
Price listed is per person (not per room).
Please provide the name and email of the person you are sharing your room with and we can bill them separately.
Available options
Stay one extra night-Our current hotel is sold out but we will gladly book you another nearby option.
Itinerary
For those who are arriving early, we have a complimentary stay for you at an Airbnb that we are all sharing. Upon aiport arrival, transfer to Airbnb will be provided via airport taxi. Someone from Alma Explores Team will be there to greet you. AIRBNB rooms are double occupancy. You will have a twin bed in a shared room. Check out will be 11:30AM on Tuesday 11/29. At this time we can transfer to our permanent hotel and drop off our luggage until our official 3:30PM hotel check-in time. We will have suggested recommendations for things to do prior to hotel check-in.