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More than a traditional trajinera ride, this family-friendly experience brings Día de Muertos to life through storytelling, creativity, and local culture.
As you cruise through Xochimilco’s canals, your guide will explain the meaning behind this beloved Mexican tradition and share fascinating local legends. Adults and children with a paid child ticket will paint and decorate their own handcrafted Mexican cartonería skull to take home while enjoying traditional pan de muerto.
Children under 4 booked with an infant ticket are welcome to join but will not receive a skull or painting materials. To include these items, please book a child ticket for them.
You’ll also visit a small replica of the Island of the Dolls and a traditional chinampa to learn about Xochimilco’s ancestral agricultural system. During October, the visit includes a colorful cempasúchil field before the flowers are harvested for Día de Muertos.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Once you reach the pier there will be a boat with a sign that says "Local Vibes Mexico"
Itinerary
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1Xochimilco
Cruise through Xochimilco’s canals aboard a colorful traditional trajinera. During the ride, you’ll learn about the meaning and traditions of Día de Muertos, paint your own decorative calavera, and enjoy a piece of traditional pan de muerto.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Xochimilco
Chinampa and Marigold Field Visit a traditional chinampa and learn about Xochimilco’s ancestral agricultural system. During October, you’ll also have the opportunity to see a field of cempasúchil—the traditional Mexican marigold associated with Día de Muertos. Please note: The cempasúchil field is available only during October. By November, the flowers have normally been harvested for Día de Muertos celebrations
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Xochimilco
Small Replica of the Island of the Dolls Visit a small replica of Xochimilco’s famous Island of the Dolls. Here, your guide will share some of the area’s most fascinating legends and mysterious stories.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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