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See the fields of marigolds during the harvest just prior to the celebration
village celebration at Zirahuen
we'll try local specialties
Lake Patzcuaro
Lake Patzcuaro

Day of the Dead tour in Michoacán México - 10/28-11/5/2023

By Monarch Odyssey
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$4,093 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 10d
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  • Multiple languages
Overview

The tour is provided with local guides who know the area and have been doing these tours for more than 15 years. We provide unique cultural experiences. We know some of the best restaurants that are hard to find. During this time of year it can be difficult to find accommodation and transport in this area. We stay at home on the island of Yunuen and have made arrangements for all of the hotels during the trip.

Activity location

  • Reino de Atzimba, Parque Acuatico
    • Calzada Lazaro Cardenas S/N
    • Zinapecuaro, Michoacan, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • General Francisco Mujica International Airport
    • 58920, Álvaro Obregón, Michoacán, Mexico

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Day of the Dead tour (10 days) in Michoacán, México
  • Activity duration is 10 days10d10d
  • English

Double Occupancy

Price details
AU$4,093.15 x 1 AdultAU$4,093.15
Total
Price is AU$4,093.15

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival - Morelia International Airport (MLM) October 28th, 2023
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Hotel Posada de los Colorines
Reino de Atzimba, Parque Acuatico
  • 1d
  • Admission ticket included
Arrival Fly to Morelia International Airport (MLM) and stay in Zinapecuáro, Michoacán, Mexico at La Posada de los Colorines at Atzimba Water Park which includes access to the healing waters of their mineral pools. We’ll also see the harvest of Marigolds from the fields surrounding Morelia in a feast of colours and scents.
Day 2: Opening celebration at the pyramid of Zirahuato
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Hotel Posada de los Colorines
Zirahuato Piramide
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Apertura Opening celebration at the pyramid of Zirahuato to welcome our ancestors and the Monarch butterflies on their migration to México to mark the beginning of the Day of the Dead celebrations in Michoacán
Day 3: Santa Clara del Cobre
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Lake Zirahuen Cabins
Santa Clara del Cobre
  • 8h
Explore the Pueblo Magico Santa Clara del Cobre where we’ll explore the artisans in copper unique to this area and observe a workshop where we can learn about the process Stay at rustic cabańas on Lake Zirahuen and play a traditional game of Loteria
Day 4: Uruapan National Park
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Lake Zirahuen Cabins
Parque Nacional Barranca del Cupatitzio
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Photograph as we ramble through the tropical rainforest of Uruapan National Park to see waterfalls and other natural views along the river
Day 5: Tzintzuntzan for Day of Dead traditional ceremonies
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Yunuen Island house rental
Zona Arqueologica De Tzintzuntzan
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Experience the view at el Mirador del Estribo where we’ll have an overview of Lake Patzcuaro on our way to the Zona Arqueológica de Ihuatzio. Participate in the traditional Day of the Dead celebration in Tzintzuntzan that starts with the annual procession to the Ex-Convento de Santa Ana and continues on to the cemetery Travel by boat to the island of Yunuen in Lake Patzcuaro at private house rental where we’ll spend two nights.
Museo Antiguo Convento Franciscano De Santa Ana de Tzintzuntzan
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
The old convent hosts the parade and blessings on the night of November 1st to begin the Days of the Dead Celebration. We'll view the parade from the expansive grounds and visit the convent in the evening. Each year they offer a special programme for Day of the Dead
Day 6: Patzcuaro
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Yunuen Island house rental
Patzcuaro
  • 8m
Absorb the sights and sounds of this celebration on our tour of Patzcuaro with free time to peruse the multiple artisan markets that are only available during this season
Day 7: Catrina Festival
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Hotel Casino
Capula
  • 4m
Visit La Feria de la Catrina at Capula. Capula is the home of the Catrina which has become a symbol of Day of the Dead.
Day 8: Morelia
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Hotel Casino
Morelia
  • 1d
Walkabout and spend time in the colonial city and UNESCO world heritage site of Morelia with a city tour and free time to explore on your own
Day 9: Morelia
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Hotel Casino
Morelia
  • 1d
Clausura See the Ex Convento de Santa María Magdalena Cuitzeo and the Zona Arqueológica de Tres Cerritos Dinner at Hotel de La Soledad and closing celebration at Hotel Historias
Day 10: Departure - November 5th, 2023
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Centro Historico de Morelia
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Departure from Morelia to the international airport

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESReino de Atzimba, Parque Acuatico
    • Calzada Lazaro Cardenas S/N
    • Zinapecuaro, Michoacan, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGeneral Francisco Mujica International Airport
    • 58920, Álvaro Obregón, Michoacán, Mexico

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