Mexico City & Day of the Dead in Morelia

Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico

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Alma Explores
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Oct 26 - Nov 2, 2025
Group size: 5 - 10
Mexico City & Day of the Dead in Morelia
Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico

Alma Explores
  • Email address verified
2 reviews

Oct 26 - Nov 2, 2025
Group size: 5 - 10

About this trip

Discover the Spirit of Mexico: 8 Days, 7 Nights of Day of the Dead Celebrations in Mexico City and Morelia with Alma Explores!

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Mexico’s Day of the Dead on a 8-day, 7-night journey beginning with 3 nights in vibrant Mexico City, where we’ll explore the capital’s historic and cultural treasures. Then, we'll travel to the heart of Michoacán, one of the most iconic places to experience Day of the Dead festivities.


Our home base will be the UNESCO World Heritage city of Morelia, known for its stunning colonial architecture and vibrant atmosphere. From here, we’ll visit local villages to witness the deeply rooted traditions of the Purepecha indigenous community, pay homage at beautifully adorned grave sites, savor authentic local cuisine, and explore the vibrant arts and crafts markets.

Join us for an unforgettable cultural adventure that honors the beauty and significance of one of Mexico's most cherished celebrations!


***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 Host
    Alma Explores On-site Trip Host
  • 7 Nights Hotel
    3.5 Star boutique hotel in centrally located location
  • Airport Transfers
    Airport Taxi Transfers-From Mexico City International Airport ; IATA and MLM-Morelia International Airport
  • In-room snacks
    Welcome in-room snacks on arrival
  • Daily Breakfast
    At the hotel
  • Welcome 3-Course Dinner
    Welcome Group Dinner at local Mexico City restaurant
  • Meals
    Daily breakfast at hotel, arrival day box meal, 1 group dinner, 5 lunches
  • Tips for group meals
    Tips for group meals included.
  • Ground Transportation
    Transportation to all hosted activities
  • All tours/entrance fees
    Activities listed in the itinerary
  • Mexico City Walking Tour
  • Xochimilco Tour
    Floating Mexico City Gardens
  • Lucha Libre ticket
    1 ticket to Mexican Lucha Libre Wrestling Match
  • 1st Class Bus to Morelia
    1 first class bus ticket from Mexico City to Morelia, Michoacan.
  • Morelia Walking Tour
    Get to know the city center of Morelia and admire Day of the Dead decorations with a guided tour..
  • Patzcuaro Day Trip
    Town of Patzcuaro comes alive with vibrant Day of the Dead preparations and outdoor markets, making it excellent for shopping.
  • Capula Visit
    Visit Capula, the birthplace of the clay "Catrina".
  • Tupátaro Visit
    Visit town of Tupátaro, where we'll admire the traditional Day of the Dead altars.
  • Cuanajo Visit
    Visit 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.
  • 2 Cemetary visits
    Visit 2 local cemeteries, witness thousands of candles, dotted in lines along the pathways and around or on top of tombs, casting their amber light on the marigolds.
  • Pre-trip Concierge
    Pre-trip concierge support for massage appointments
  • Private Concierge Chat
    Alma Explores Private Concierge Chat during the trip
  • Bon Voyage Calls
    2 Pre-Trip Group Video Call with the Alma Explores Team
  • Water
    Provided during walking tour and day trips.
  • Swag Bag
    Personalized hand-selected gifts in your Swag Bag

What’s not included

  • Flights
    Flights NOT INCLUDED-Arrive & Depart -MLM-Morelia International Airport
  • Travel Insurance
    Travel insurance for the entire trip is required.
  • Passport
    You 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 Fees
    Passport or Visa Processing Fees
  • Alcoholic Beverages
    NOT INCLUDED
  • Extra Expenses
    Personal shopping, transportation, tours, not listed in the itinerary.
  • Hotel Massage Amenity
    In-Room Hotel massage must be paid in cash directly with masseuse, plus tip.
  • Select Tips
    Tips for Tour Leader, Guides and Drivers

Available Packages

1 Queen (Single Occupancy)
Deposit:$5
Available until December 1, 2024

Your own room. Not shared with anyone. 



$3,995
Deposit:$5
Shared Room-Double Occupancy
Deposit:$5
Available until December 1, 2024

1 Room - 2 Beds - 2 people sharing 1 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.

$3,459
Deposit:$5


Itinerary

Day 1 - Sun. Oct 26
Arrive in Mexico City - transfer to hotel.

3:30PM Hotel check-in - Arrive in Mexico City, transfer to your hotel. Because most folks will be arriving late, we will provide a complimentary in-room meal box for your arrival, or we can also suggest local places to grab a bite. Now it’s time to relax, get some rest or a enjoy an evening walk around vibrant Mexico City, literally outside your hotel door. 


Welcome Group Dinner tonight approx. 7:30pm.


Your Organizer


AE
Alma Explores
2 reviews
Alma Explores curates private and small group experiential and cultural trips. We believe travel should be inspirational, educational, and fun! We believe that travel is for everybody and every body and want to create meaningful travel experiences that you won't forget!

Reviews

As always, I had a great time as this was my second trip with Alma. Everything was first rate, from the food, hotel and tours.
By Lance A for Embrace the Magic: Day of the Dead in Morelia, Mexico on Nov 12, 2024
Our trip to Guadalajara m and Tequila was amazing. I learned so much about Tequila and cultural history about both cities. Loved that we also got to partake in some spa R&R in both places.
By Jocelyn B for Tequila, Art & Chill on Jun 06, 2024