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Explore the full itinerary for Mexico City- Day of the Dead
DAY 1: WELCOME TO MEXICO CITY
Our team will pick you up at Mexico City airport (airport code is MEX). After some rest and relaxation, we will walk over to a vegan restaurant to have a welcome dinner, get to know the amazing people that will be on this journey with you and explore the neighborhood for those who aren't incredibly jet-lagged. Flights can be booked to arrive anytime before 5:00 PM to make it in time for the Welcome Dinner. After dinner, we’ll kick off the celebrations by visiting a witch bar with cocktails founded on Mexican herbalism.
Meals Included: Dinner
DAY 2: MARIGOLDS EVERYWHERE AND WELCOMING IN SPIRITS AT THE CEMETERY
October 31st in Mexico City is one of the most magical nights of the entire Día de los Muertos celebration. While November 1 and 2 are the official days, the energy and festivities begin earlier. In the afternoon, we’ll start off by going to the Frida Kahlo museum where a special altar is set up in her home. See if you can feel her energy and presence return today! We’ll try a vegan pan de muerto with some local hot chocolate and a delicious lunch. Today you have time to get dressed up and get your face painted by one of the local artists as we walk around town. After exploring the town ofrendas and local markets, we’ll be visiting the local cemetery around 8 PM. Observe how families decorate graves with candles, flowers, food, and music as they gather to welcome the spirits of their loved ones. We’ll walk our way across the city where we will soak in the excitement of night vendors, music and spontaneous live parades with dancing skeletons.
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner
DAY 3: A FAMILY HOME AND THE MEXICO CITY PARADE
It’s officially Day of the Dead and the best way to celebrate is with a local family. We’ll join our host family in preparing their Día de los Muertos altar, a sacred space filled with marigolds, candles, food, and offerings for their ancestors. Together, we’ll help set the ofrenda and participate in welcoming the returning souls, surrounded by the scent of copal. We will learn how death in Mexican spirituality is actually a continuation of life, with souls inter-connected no matter which phase of the after-life they are in.We'll close the experience with a heartfelt homemade lunch, crafted entirely vegan and inspired by local flavors, while sitting together at the family table. In the afternoon, we’ll make our way over to the incredible Day of the Dead Parade in Reforma. While 1.3 million visitors are expected to visit, this Parade is a not to miss to experience the incredible floats, music and festivities that take over the city. The crowds are not for the faint of heart, so come with your adventurous spirit! The evening is yours to walk around town, take in the spontaneous celebrations happening around the city and perhaps do offerings of your own for a loved one.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: TEOTIHUACAN AND FAREWELL TO THE SOULS AT THE ZOCALO
After breakfast, we'll journey to the breathtaking ruins of Teotihuacan, one of the most powerful ancient cities in the Americas, just outside Mexico City. As we walk among the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon, and the Avenue of the Dead, you'll feel the powerful echoes of a civilization that honored the cycles of life and death long before colonization. With sweeping views of the surrounding valley and a deeper understanding of the region's spiritual roots, this sacred site offers the perfect setting to reflect on all we've experienced.
Back in the city by afternoon, we'll dive straight into the electric energy of the Zócalo, where the monumental ofrenda glows against the cathedral and the whole square buzzes with music, face paint, and marigolds as far as you can see. Grab some street elote, snap photos with the giant Catrina sculptures, and take a quiet moment if you feel moved to, to thank the visiting souls for their presence, love, and guidance during these sacred days.
We'll close out the trip in true celebration mode: a vegan tasting menu at one of our favorite plant-filled restaurant in the city, followed by a night out for live music. Expect good food, good company, and one last dance before we say goodbye to the beloved souls that have visited us.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5: A SWEAT LODGE CEREMONY AND A FAREWELL DINNER
Today we slow down and turn inward with a traditional temazcal ceremony, an ancient pre-Hispanic sweat lodge ritual used for centuries as a form of spiritual and physical purification. Guided by a local practitioner, we'll enter the domed lodge together, where heated volcanic stones, herbal steam, and ceremonial chanting create a powerful space for release and renewal. It's an intimate, grounding way to close out our time honoring the spirits, a chance to let go of grief, what no longer serves us and step forward feeling lighter and more connected, to ourselves and to each other. You have the afternoon free to reflect, go shopping or hop into cute art galleries. After some time to rest and reflect, In the evening, we’ll come together for a celebratory farewell dinner. We'll toast to the memories made, the spirits honored, and the friendships formed over the past week, closing our journey together the way it began: with good food, honoring our loved ones, and gratitude for everything Mexico City shared with us during this sacred season.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6: AIRPORT DROP OFFS
Today we will be organizing airport drop offs for all travelers. If your flight is not until later in the afternoon or night, join us for breakfast and explore anything you wanted to do on your own such as certain museums, art galleries or cafes. The last airport transfer is available until 9 PM.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Getting to experience Día de los Muertos in Mexico City was truly unforgettable. Being surrounded by beautiful ofrendas, meaningful traditions, colorful festivities, and so much history gave me such an appreciation for this celebration. The vegan food was delicious. I am SO happy I decided to come on this trip!"
Lali and Chris, United States
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Why you'll love this tour
Mexico City is fast becoming the vegan capital of the world! We've ran this tour over 11 times and each time is better than the last. Here's what makes visiting Mexico City so special with Ahimsa Travel Club.
Prehispanic food
Taste Mexican foods such as vegan tlacoyos, sopes and tetelas
Frida Kahlo & art
Explore the incredible works of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera & other artists
Aztec architecture
Guided anthroplogical deep dives into pyramids and Centro Historico
Walking tours
We'll show you our favorite neighborhoods, alleys and cute cafes
Why you'll love this tour
Mexico City is filled with incredible history, colorful traditions, striking art, and vibrant culture. During Día de los Muertos, you’ll get to experience beautiful ofrendas, local traditions and festivities, and culture, all while enjoying delicious vegan food along the way!
Essential Trip Information
Price
Price: $3,295 USD double occupancy / $3,895 USD single, private room
Dates
October 30th-November 4th 2027
Duration
6 days / 5 nights
Group size
No more than 12 people
What's included
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5 nights accommodation
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4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
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Airport transfers
Pre-departure support -
Sightseeing and entrance tickets to places of interest per itinerary
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Transportation between activities
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Local team
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Tips to drivers and guides
What's not included
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Airfare
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Travel Insurance
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Visa (if needed)
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Laundry and any hotel amenities
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Tips for Hotel Staff
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Beverages outside of coffee, tea, water
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Personal expenses and shopping
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Additional Activities and Taxis for Personal Time
Lodging
We'll be staying in the trendy Roma area of Mexico City filled with vegan restaurants.
Traditions & Rituals
Explore the incredible works of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera & other artists
Getting dressed up
Explore the incredible works of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera & other artists
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Celebratory Parades
Guided anthroplogical deep dives into pyramids and Centro Historico
Healing from grief
Mexico shows us a different way to grieve loved ones that we've lost
Walking + Mobility
This tour requires a good amount of mobility in crowds and parades. We may end up walking 15,000 steps on average each day.
Airport
This tour starts and ends at Mexico City Airport (MEX).
Festival Crowds
Since this tour takes place on and in honor of Day of the Dead, travelers should book this tour only if they are okay with crowds due to the celebrations.
Allergies
We can accommodate gluten free but not celiac.
Good to know for Mexico City
Meet your Mexico City Trip Leaders
Prachi
Pre-departure support
Rafael
Historian / Guide Focuses on ancient civilizations of Mexico
Ani
Community Manager & Yoga Teacher Focuses on food, contemporary culture
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Mexico City honors Día de los Muertos through colorful ofrendas, meaningful traditions, vibrant celebrations, and delicious vegan food!
Join Ahimsa Travel Club on an enchanting vegan group tour through Mexico City during the most sacred time of the year: Día de los Muertos. Imagine being immersed in streets filled with sugar skulls, glowing with candlelight, ofrendas built by local families to honor their loved ones and grand processions filled with music and spirits. You will also have the opportunity to dress up and do Catrina face painting, with a local Day of the Dead artist.
We'll be based in Roma, one of the city's most beloved neighborhoods, with its tree-lined streets, Art Nouveau mansions, and a concentration of some of the best vegan restaurants in Mexico City. From here, we're just steps from Roma's own altars and neighborhood ofrendas, and a short walk or bike ride from Condesa's leafy plazas and cafes. Each morning we'll set out from this home base to explore the city's celebrations, then return to Roma in the evenings to unwind among its galleries, bookshops, and courtyard restaurants. In the evenings, we’ll make our way over to cemetery vigils and night-time celebrations. If you’d like to learn about how Mexico celebrates the sacredness of death through one of the most uplifting and life-affirming celebrations known to humanity, come join us on this tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ahimsa Travel Club and what kind of vegan travel company are you?
Ahimsa Travel Club is a global vegan travel company offering ethically designed, small-group vegan tours around the world. We focus on compassionate, sustainable travel that respects animals, supports local communities, and allows travelers to experience cultures through a fully plant-based lens.
Are your tours fully vegan and plant-based?
Yes. All Ahimsa Travel Club trips are 100% vegan tours, including plant-based meals, carefully selected accommodations, and ethical activities. We work with local partners to ensure that your experience aligns with vegan values and cruelty-free travel wherever possible.
Can I join if I'm not vegan?
Yes you can join if you are not vegan. Our tours are ideal for vegans, plant-based travelers, and ethically minded explorers—as well as anyone curious about traveling more compassionately. You do not need to be vegan; our trips are designed to be welcoming, supportive, and well-paced. All meals on the tour will be vegan.
How large are your tour groups?
We specialize in small-group vegan travel, typically keeping group sizes intentionally limited. Smaller groups allow for deeper cultural immersion, stronger community impact, and a more personal, relaxed travel experience. Groups of 8-12 people also allow us to travel more responsibly and build meaningful relationships with local guides, businesses, and communities.
What is included in the cost of your vegan tours
Most of our vegan travel packages include accommodations, most meals, guided experiences, ground transportation during the trip, and professional tour leadership. Each tour page clearly outlines inclusions so travelers can plan with confidence.
How do I book a tour or ask more questions?
You can book directly through our website by selecting your preferred vegan tour destination. If you have questions before booking, our team is always available to help you feel confident about your travel plans. If you have questions, we’re always happy to help simply reach out through our contact form or email at info@ahimsatravelclub.com, and we’ll personally assist you.
Where do you offer vegan tours and ethical travel experiences?
We offer international vegan travel experiences across multiple continents, with destinations chosen for their culture, history, nature, and growing vegan food scenes. Each itinerary is designed to support sustainable tourism and ethical travel practices.
Are these tours suitable for families and kids?
Some Ahimsa Travel Club tours are suitable for families and older children, depending on the destination and itinerary. We clearly note age recommendations, activity levels, and pacing on each tour page. Our tours can also be customized just for you and your family by emphasizing cultural learning, nature, and shared meals, making them a meaningful option for families seeking ethical, plant-based travel together. If you’re traveling with kids, we’re happy to help you choose the best-fit tour or be your personal travel concierge.
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