The Day of the Dead is one of Mexico’s most important celebrations, and in the Yucatan Peninsula, this tradition has a unique character.

The Maya call it Janal Pixan, meaning “Food for the Souls.”

 

The city of Merida, capital of Yucatan, is the epicenter of these festivities.

The city transforms into a vibrant showcase of colors, traditions and mysticism.

 

Other towns across the peninsula, such as Izamal, Pomuch, and Hoctun, contribute to this rich mosaic of celebrations.

Each one incorporating deeply rooted and distinctive local customs.

 

Together, this journey creates a truly unique experience where colonial cities, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Wonders of the World, Magical Towns (Pueblos Mágicos), and protected natural areas blend with processions, decorated cemeteries, ancestral rituals, and traditional altars.

All complemented by the typical cuisine and beverages of this iconic region of Mexico.

 

¡Come and experience a celebration of life in Mexico’s Day of the Dead!

 

• Private boat tour on the Lagoon of Seven Colors (Bacalar)

• Mérida, UNESCO World Heritage City

• The Magical Towns of Izamal, Valladolid, and Bacalar

• Maya archaeological sites of Cobá and Tulum

• Chichén Itzá, UNESCO World Heritage Site and Wonder of the World

• Calakmul, UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve

• Cenotes, sacred sites of the ancient Maya

• Traditional Yucatecan cooking class

• Excursion to a historic henequen hacienda

• Celestún Nature Reserve, home to pink flamingos and other wildlife

• Campeche, UNESCO World Heritage City

• Authentic encounter with a Maya community

• Jungle adventure activities

• Time with local schoolchildren and donation delivery

 

* Day of the Dead festivities:

- Festival of Souls (Festival de las Ánimas)

- Procession of Souls (Paseo de las Ánimas)

- Path of Flowers (Camino de Flores)

- Traditional Day of the Dead altar exhibitions

- Pomuch Cemetery and its unique traditions

- Hoctún Cemetery, unlike any other in Mexico

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* Single room supplement available upon request
* Starts and ends in Cancun / Riviera Maya

* From October 29th to november 7th, 2026