what is a difference between Day of the Dead Original and Day of the Dead Comfort trips ?

Both the Day of the Dead Original and Day of the Dead Comfort trips are 5-day cultural experiences in Mexico City celebrating the famous Día de los Muertos festival. The main difference is the travel style, accommodation, and included experiences. The Day of the Dead Original is a more budget-friendly option and includes: • Comfortable hotel accommodation for 4 nights • Breakfast included daily • A visit to Mercado San Juan and Mexico City's historic centre • Traditional Day of the Dead altar creation with a local host • Tlahuac cemetery visit • A sugar skull (calaveritas de azucar) workshop • Some free time to explore Mexico City independently The Day of the Dead Comfort option offers a more enhanced experience with a higher comfort level and includes: • Hotel accommodation for 4 nights • Breakfast daily plus one dinner included • A visit to the Frida Kahlo Museum • A walking tour of Mexico City's highlights • A more immersive experience with a local family in Tlahuac, including altar creation and cemetery ceremonies • Participation in the Day of the Dead parade experience Both trips have a maximum group size of 12 travellers, include a local leader, and visit the important Day of the Dead celebrations in Tlahuac. The Comfort trip is ideal if you prefer more included activities and a deeper cultural experience, while the Original trip provides the key festival highlights at a lower price point with more free time.

How to get from airport to group at the hotel

We are able to arrange private airport transfers if notified early enough otherwise, you can travel from the Mexico City Airport to the hotel by taxi. We recommend you use the authorized taxi services organized from inside the terminal. They will charge you approximately MX$250-350 (USD$14-20) for a trip to downtown. The drive to where the hotel is located is approximately 30 minutes depending on traffic.

Do we have to share hotel rooms?

For this trip all accommodation will be twin share. If you are traveling with another person then you will not be sharing your accommodations.

Do you have private tours?

We can create private tours. We have a minimum of four passengers requirement and a Minimum of 12 weeks until the travel date.

Is there still space at the Mexico City: Day of the Dead Comfort tour?

The hotel that we use for this trip is Hotel Geneve in Mexico City.

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Mexico City: Day of the Dead Comfort

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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Mexico City
Mexico City
Start point
Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico (Mexico City, 18:00)
Included Activities
- Complimentary arrival transfer from Benito Juarez International Airport
Optional Activities
- Visit Zocalo (central square with Aztec ruins)
- See the 16th-century Metropolitan Cathedral
- Relax in parks, plazas or gardens
- Explore street food scene
Landmarks
Zocalo
Metropolitan Cathedral
Day 2
Mexico City
Mexico City
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Mexico City's historic centre
Optional Activities
- Buy lunch at Mercado San Juan
- Afternoon self-guided exploration
Landmarks
Zocalo
Metropolitan Cathedral
Templo Mayor
Palacio de Bellas Artes
Mercado San Juan
Day 3
Mexico City
Mexico City
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Coyoacan district
- Frida Kahlo Museum (entrance fee included)
Optional Activities
- Explore Jardin Centenario Park
- Relax at cafes in the area
Landmarks
Coyoacan
Jardin Centenario Park
Frida Kahlo Museum
Day 4
Mexico City to San Pedro Tlahuac
Mexico City to San Pedro Tlahuac
Meals
Dinner (Traditional Mexican dinner)
Included Activities
- Visit local family in San Pedro Tlahuac
- Day of the Dead altar creation (ofrenda)
- Cemetery visit
- Traditional Mexican dinner
Optional Activities
- Free morning exploration of Mexico City
Landmarks
San Pedro Tlahuac
Day 5
Mexico City
Mexico City
End point
Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico (Mexico City, 10:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Book additional accommodation in Mexico City (optional extension)

Landmarks
Zocalo
Metropolitan Cathedral

Landmarks
Zocalo
Metropolitan Cathedral
Templo Mayor
Palacio de Bellas Artes
Mercado San Juan

Landmarks
Coyoacan
Jardin Centenario Park
Frida Kahlo Museum

Landmarks
San Pedro Tlahuac

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Diane4.0•November 2023
Too many activities crammed into Day 1 of the tour. Extra days could have been added for a more enjoyable experience....
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Hi Diane! Thank you for taking time from your day to provide us with this valuable perspective. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time with Adrianna. Your feedback on the timing of Day 1 is good to know, and I'll be passing this along to the correct team! Here's to the next adventure:)
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Jorge5.0•November 2022
Had a GREAT time in Mexico for this tour. Our tour guide was Jason and he really got in depth with the Mexican...
Had a GREAT time in Mexico for this tour. Our tour guide was Jason and he really got in depth with the Mexican culture. He really took time to explain everything and made sure we had a great experience. I recommend this tour to anyone and everyone!Show more
Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Jorge - sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Thank you SO much for your beautiful review and pictures. We're so pleased you had such an amazing time away and learned more about this amazing country and its customs and heritage 😊
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Stacey
Asked on July 13th, 2026
what is a difference between Day of the Dead Original and Day of the Dead Comfort trips ?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2026
  Both the Day of the Dead Original and Day of the Dead Comfort trips are 5-day cultural experiences in Mexico City celebrating the famous Día de los Muertos festival. The main difference is the travel style, accommodation, and included experiences.
  
  The Day of the Dead Original is a more budget-friendly option and includes:
  
  • Comfortable hotel accommodation for 4 nights
  • Breakfast included daily
  • A visit to Mercado San Juan and Mexico City's historic centre
  • Traditional Day of the Dead altar creation with a local host
  • Tlahuac cemetery visit
  • A sugar skull (calaveritas de azucar) workshop
  • Some free time to explore Mexico City independently
  
  The Day of the Dead Comfort option offers a more enhanced experience with a higher comfort level and includes:
  
  • Hotel accommodation for 4 nights
  • Breakfast daily plus one dinner included
  • A visit to the Frida Kahlo Museum
  • A walking tour of Mexico City's highlights
  • A more immersive experience with a local family in Tlahuac, including altar creation and cemetery ceremonies
  • Participation in the Day of the Dead parade experience
  
  Both trips have a maximum group size of 12 travellers, include a local leader, and visit the important Day of the Dead celebrations in Tlahuac.
  
  The Comfort trip is ideal if you prefer more included activities and a deeper cultural experience, while the Original trip provides the key festival highlights at a lower price point with more free time.
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Leah
Asked on July 2nd, 2025
How to get from airport to group at the hotel
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2025
  We are able to arrange private airport transfers if notified early enough otherwise, you can travel from the Mexico City Airport to the hotel by taxi. We recommend you use the authorized taxi services organized from inside the terminal. They will charge you approximately MX$250-350 (USD$14-20) for a trip to downtown. The drive to where the hotel is located is approximately 30 minutes depending on traffic.
S
Sam
Asked on August 30th, 2024
Do we have to share hotel rooms?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2024
  For this trip all accommodation will be twin share. If you are traveling with another person then you will not be sharing your accommodations.
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Jess
Asked on April 14th, 2023
Do you have private tours?
Operator
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2023
  We can create private tours. We have a minimum of four passengers requirement and a Minimum of 12 weeks until the travel date.
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Peter
Asked on October 3rd, 2022
Is there still space at the Mexico City: Day of the Dead Comfort tour?
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Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2022
  The hotel that we use for this trip is Hotel Geneve in Mexico City.
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  Peter
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  What hotel is used for this tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2022
  Yes we do still have space available on the Day of the Dead tour. This tour is On Request this close to departure. On Request means there is still space within the maximum amount of number of passengers we take on the trip, but that does not necessarily mean there is still availability with the hotels, transportation, sightseeing, etc.

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