Day of the Dead in 8 Days: Mexico City and Puebla Cultural Tour
Experience Mexico's cultural heartbeat on this 8-day tour of Mexico City and Puebla, with a special focus on Day of the Dead rituals, traditions, and sites of interest.
Mexico
8 days / 7 nights
$4,515 /person
$4,515 /person
Your trip at a glance
Top Activities
Cruising on a traditional trajinera on the canals of Xochimilco
Uncovering the mysteries of ancient civilizations in Teotihuacán
Marveling at Frida Kahlo’s masterpieces in her Casa Azul home
Touring Atlixco's symbolic and colorful Day of the Dead catrinas
Making your own corn tortillas in an immersive cooking workshop
¡Bienvenidos a Mexico City!
Walking CDMC: Landmarks and Local Bites
Gardens of Xochimilco and Frida Kahlo's Coyoacán
Teotihuacán's City of Gods and Onward to Pubela
Puebla Downtown Walking Tour and Ofrenda Culture
Gardens of Xochimilco and Frida Kahlo's Coyoacán
Overview
Today promises another full and fantastic day, as you’ll visit the Embarcadero Cuemanco, where your expert local guide will take you on a traditional trajinera: a colorful, flat-bottomed boat. During this boat tour, you’ll enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the area’s peaceful canals while your guide tells you about the history and importance of Xochimilco. Pay attention to your surroundings, as you’re likely to spot a variety of local birds. From here, you'll continue onward to the bohemian neighborhood of Coyoacán, known for its cobblestone streets and colonial architecture. During your guided walk, you'll see churches, squares, and beautiful gardens, with ample opportunities to taste the neighborhood's signature flavors. Feeling peckish? Grab a churro and ice cream — the best midday pick-me-up. To wrap up the day's tour, you’ll visit Frida Kahlo’s historic home, Casa Azul, which now displays some of her most famous artworks. Take the afternoon to marvel at the paintings, photographs, and personal objects that belonged to her and her partner, Diego Rivera, as well as her studio, kitchen, bedroom, and courtyard garden. After your tour, you'll have the rest of the evening at leisure, so you don’t have to rush your time in the museum. Instead, you can spend the rest of the afternoon walking around Kahlo's Coyoacan, soaking up its bohemian beauty. (Breakfast)
Highlights
Xochimilco
Today, you’ll visit the canals of Xochimilco, a word that, in Nahuatl, means “Field of Flowers.” In 1987, UNESCO declared this historic neighborhood a World Heritage Site, which will reveal itself to you today. Alongside your local guide, you’ll board a traditional trajinera, a colorfully painted wooden boat, and set sail while learning about the history of this place and its famous floating gardens.
Casa Azul
It's time to immerse yourself in the life and masterpieces of Mexico’s most revered artist. Today, you’ll have the chance to visit the picturesque Casa Azul, where Frida Kahlo once resided. Inside this colonial house, you’ll find self-portraits that reflect Kahlo’s identity and history, as well as pieces created by her famous husband, Diego Rivera. Take a walk through the home’s central courtyard, surrounded by lush plants and flowers, and don’t miss the museum’s exhibition of Kahlo’s traditional and very colorful dresses, either.
Accommodations
Casa González (or similar)
Casa González offers a comfortable and relaxing stay in a quiet but friendly atmosphere that embraces the character of Mexico City. As the perfect escape from the city's hustle and bustle, this intimate property lives in an enviable and quaint area, mere minutes from downtown CDMX and the Angel of Independence. On-site amenities run the gamut, as the hotel includes free and fast wi-fi, a delightful restaurant for breakfast, and an interior patio primed for long and leisurely nights.
Location:
C. Río Sena 69, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Phone:
+525555143302
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What's included
Included in the final price
- Roadbook with local tips and expert recommendations
- 24/7 on-the-ground support
- Personalized trip crafting
- On-trip concierge service
- Seven nights of accommodations
- All meals and culinary experiences mentioned in the itinerary
- CMDX food and walking tour, including transportation, expert local guide, tasting, and dessert
- Tour of Xochimilco, Coyoacan, and Casa Azul, including transportation and entrance fees
- Teotihuacán walking tour, including transportation, expert local guide, entrance fees, and food
- Puebla city tour, including expert local guide, entrance fees, and tasting
- Catrinas Valley tour, including transportation, expert local guide, and entrance fees
- Cholula tour, including transportation, expert local guide, lunch, and tasting
- Private transfer from airport to CDMX hotel and from Puebla hotel to the airport
- All ground transfers mentioned in the itinerary
- All other activities, tours, and guided experiences included in the itinerary
Not included in the final price
- International arrival and departure flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything not mentioned or listed as optional in the itinerary







