Day of the Dead Celebration Tour
Tour Details
At the indicated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Mérida to begin this cultural adventure. Are you ready to celebrate one of Mexico's most emblematic festivities? Here we go!
Our first stop will be a colorful cemetery, where the decorated tombs and offerings reflect the deep respect the community has for their ancestors. From there, we'll move to a charming Mayan village, where the Day of the Dead celebration comes alive with a series of traditional activities. We'll learn about Maya body painting and its meanings, paying homage to the deceased with symbolic designs. Are you up for trying this ancient art?
Next up, we'll head to a sacred cenote, a mystical place where the Maya people ceremoniously leave offerings to the dead, known as Hanal Pixan. Here, hand in hand with a shaman, we'll receive a blessing and delve into Maya folklore and beliefs about life and death, an experience full of emotion and spirituality!
To complete our experience, we'll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch with a selection of traditional dishes. What's more, we'll have a tequila tasting of various flavors and taste a selection of typical sweets, pan de muerto and the traditional pib, a recipe that is only prepared at this time of the year. We'll also enjoy cochinita tacos with handmade tortillas, an irresistible delight!
The festive atmosphere will continue with live music in the restaurant and a lively catrinas contest. Plus, you'll have some free time to stroll through the tianguis and discover the handicrafts of the region.
Finally, we'll return to Mérida and bid you farewell at your hotel after a total of 9 hours of magical celebration.
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup & drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Maya purification ritual
Buffet–style lunch
Tequila tasting (only for those over 18)
Tacos and traditional sweets tasting
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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B Fast
Corporate name: TRANSPORTACION B FAST SA DE CV
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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