Etla Día de Muertos Celebration Tour
Activity Details
At the appointed time, we'll meet in front of the Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de La Merced, right in the center of Oaxaca. From there, we will depart for San Agustín Etla, just one hour from the city. This charming town is famous for hosting La Muerteada, one of the most iconic Day of the Dead celebrations. Are you ready for an unforgettable night?
Upon arrival in Etla, we'll begin with a traditional Day of the Dead dinner, consisting of hot chocolate, pan de muerto (bread of the dead), and tamales typical of the region. This feast is served in a festive and welcoming atmosphere that will immerse you in the spirit of the celebration. A true delight for the palate!
Afterward, we'll take to the streets to immerse ourselves in the parade. More than 30 characters, such as priests, spiritualists, doctors, and devils, walk through the town dressed in traditional clothing and masks. Each, humorously and symbolically, representing the return of a deceased person to the world of the living and their struggle to achieve eternal rest. Each scene is brought to life by live music, which sets the pace for this theatrical procession. A show full of excitement and creativity!
La Muerteada is not just a celebration, but a living expression of Oaxacan identity. Throughout the tour, you'll feel how the entire community comes together in this collective representation, where death ceases to be the end and becomes transition, memory, and celebration. Did you know that this tradition has been celebrated in Etla for more than 80 years?
Finally, we'll return to Oaxaca and drop you off at your hotel, where we'll say goodbye after 5 hours of shared culture, tradition, and joy.
More Information
Duration
5 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Dinner
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
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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.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
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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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Paraiso Huatulco Corporate name: OPERADORA PARAISO HUATULCO S.A DE C.V Registered Office: CALLE DARSENA MANZANA 20 LOTE 8 Y 9 SECTOR A, , SANTA CRUZ HUATULCO OAXACA, Mexico Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 14100939971 Contact information Email: reservaciones@paraisohuatulco.com Phone: +52 958 583410
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Free cancellation
Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de La Merced
