Day of the Dead Tour in Atlixco

Experience one of the most celebrated events in Mexico with this Day of the Dead journey through Atlixco. Prepare to be enchanted by the Valle de las Catrinas festival, an event where age-old customs intertwine with narratives of the deceased in a remarkable display!

Tour Overview

We will gather at the scheduled hour outside the former ISSSTE offices in Mexico City to commence our Day of the Dead excursion. Let the adventure begin!

After a scenic two-hour drive, we will arrive at the locales of Santa María Tonantzintla and San Francisco Acatepec. Here, you will have an hour of leisure to explore the stunning churches and their intricate Indigenous baroque elements.

Following this, we will pass through the Cholula archaeological zone, providing another hour of free time. It is highly recommended to visit the world’s largest pyramid, the Great Pyramid of Cholula. The sight is truly awe-inspiring!

Our journey continues as we travel to Atlixco de las Flores, a charming Pueblo Mágico offering breathtaking views of the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes.

The moment you have been eagerly anticipating is now here: the Day of the Dead celebration in Atlixco! You will explore the Valle de Catrinas festival, where magnificent figures symbolizing this unique occasion have been installed throughout the Pueblo Mágico.

Before we head back to Mexico City, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a meal based on our guide's suggestions. After a full day of cultural immersion spanning 11 hours, we will conclude our experience and bid farewell at the meeting point.