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Our Mixquic Dia de Muertos tour offers an authentic cultural immersion rarely found elsewhere. Unlike crowded commercial experiences, we provide romantic access to genuine local traditions with knowledgeable guides who explain the deep cultural significance behind every ritual. You'll witness the captivating transformation of Mixquic as candles illuminate the night, experience the community's heartfelt celebrations firsthand. This isn't just sightseeing—it's a meaningful journey into one of Mexico's most sacred traditions in a location renowned for its exceptional Day of the Dead observances.
NOTE: Panteon de Mixquic welcomes visitors during all three days of the celebration. The enchanting “Alumbrada,” where locals light thousands of candles to honor their ancestors, takes place specifically on November 2nd.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
- Small-group tour: Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Meet your tour guide at the meeting point (entrance of Lunario). - Private tour: Includes private hotel pickup and drop-off (please add this in the special requirements field).
Itinerary
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1Mexico City
Meet your tour guide and transfer to Mixquic. The duration of the transfer might vary based on the traffic conditions.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Mixquic
Our Mixquic Día de Muertos Tour takes you to the authentic village of San Andrés Mixquic (south‑east of Mexico City) where unique traditions honour departed souls. You’ll explore the decorated streets, visit the historic Church of San Andrés Apóstol, witness elaborate ofrendas and learn how families connect with ancestors through carefully arranged offerings, candles and cemetery rituals during this sacred celebration. One of the key highlights is the “Alumbrada” — on the evening of 2 November, the cemetery surrounding the church is illuminated with thousands of candles and copal incense, creating a deeply atmospheric and moving experience
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Mexico City
After this meaningful and enriching experience, we’ll head back to our vehicle and make our way back to Mexico City. The duration of the transfer might vary based on the traffic conditions.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- WHAT TO EXPECT: Panteon de Mixquic welcomes visitors during all three days of the celebration. The enchanting “Alumbrada,” where locals light thousands of candles to honor their ancestors, takes place specifically on November 2nd.
- CONTACT: Please provide a valid contact phone number with the international prefix (e.g., +11111111111) as our guide may need it for pickup. Please ensure it's available on the day of the tour. Alternatively, if we cannot find and reach you, the tour will be considered a no-show.
- PICKUP LOCATION: ◘ Small-group tour: Not included - meet your group at Lunario. ◘ Private tour: Your accommodation or any other place of choice in Mexico City (please specify it during or after the booking).
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- WHAT TO EXPECT: Panteon de Mixquic welcomes visitors during all three days of the celebration. The enchanting “Alumbrada,” where locals light thousands of candles to honor their ancestors, takes place specifically on November 2nd.
- CONTACT: Please provide a valid contact phone number with the international prefix (e.g., +11111111111) as our guide may need it for pickup. Please ensure it's available on the day of the tour. Alternatively, if we cannot find and reach you, the tour will be considered a no-show.
- PICKUP LOCATION: ◘ Small-group tour: Not included - meet your group at Lunario. ◘ Private tour: Your accommodation or any other place of choice in Mexico City (please specify it during or after the booking).
- MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: ◘ Small-group tour: we need 2+ participants to confirm the group tour (otherwise, it might be canceled with a full refund 2 days before the tour). ◘ Private tour: 1+ (the tour is 100% confirmed for any group size).
- TERMS & CONDITIONS: By booking this activity ("Tour") with the tour organizer ("Company"), you ("Customer") accept to: ● comply with all laws and regulations of the country (countries) where the Tour takes place; ● follow the instructions of the Company and its representatives; ● take all measures to procure your own safety on the Tour including, but not limited to, use of safety devices (including face masks, seat-belts, harnesses, and helmets), obeying posted signs, and oral or written warnings from the Company's representatives regarding health and safety; ● provide information about pre-existing medical conditions that may affect your ability to participate in the Tour or have a negative impact on the experience of others on the Tour; ● have personal travel insurance covering injury, emergency medical expenses, and damage or loss of your personal property, valid for the whole duration of the Tour; ● waive responsibility of the Company and its representatives for any personal health and property damage that may occur during the Tour; ● allow the Company to use any media content created by its representatives during the Tour for marketing-related purposes.
- PRICE: Please note that the price you paid includes a commission from the online platform where it’s sold—often up to 30%—which limits our flexibility to offer discounts or other price reductions.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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