Itinerary

29 October

Marigold Route in Michoacán.

An immersive travel experience that connects visitors with the cultural, agricultural, and culinary richness of the iconic marigold flower, highlighting its importance in the Day of the Dead traditions.

The route includes: → Visits to the cultivation fields in Cuitzeo, Copándaro, and Tarímbaro, where farmers share the process of planting, harvesting, and commercialization. → Planting workshops and demonstrations on the use of marigolds in gastronomy, traditional medicine, and derivative products. → Special areas designed for photography, ensuring the crops are preserved and encouraging responsible tourism.

Tour Duration: Approximately 8 hours

Cost: $1,500 MXN per person (Children ages 3 and older pay full fare).

Includes:

✅ Transportation from Morelia City

✅ Entrance to the former Convent of Santa María Magdalena

✅ Entrance to the Augustinian Convent of Copándaro

✅ Planting workshop (take home your own pot and seed)

✅ Tasting of products made with marigold: atole, pulque, mezcal, etc. Marigold flower Atole, pulque, mezcal, etcétera

✅ Digital photograph of the fields

✅ Specialized guide

✅ Traditional regional meal

October 30

Route of Pátzcuaro, Janitzio, and Urandén during the Day of the Dead Week

This route offers a deep immersion into one of Mexico’s most emblematic traditions: the Night of the Dead in the Lake Pátzcuaro region. The experience combines history, Purépecha culture, and ancestral rituals recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Includes: cultural tour, guided experience of designing the commemorative Day of the Dead arch, professional guide (Norm 08), museum entry, ticket to the canoe show in Urandén, boat trip to the island, round-trip transportation, and dinner.

Pátzcuaro:

→ Tour of the historic center

→ Basilica of Our Lady of Health

→ Vasco de Quiroga Square

→ House of Eleven Courtyards

→ Visit to the Museum of Popular Arts and Industries: crafts and Purépecha traditions

→ Visit to the Don Vasco Route Interpretive Center

Tour Duration: Approximately 8 hours
Departure 10 a.m. from the Cathedral (downtown).

Cost: $1,500 MXN per person (Children ages 3 and older pay full fare).

Includes:

✅ Tourist transportation

✅ Specialized guide

✅ Guide during the tour

✅ Guided activities and experiences in each route

✅ Tastings and entry to sites of interest

✅ Travel insurance

October 31

Little Angels Route (Tiripetío, Tupátaro, and Cuanajo).

The Velación de los Angelitos (Vigil of the Little Angels) is one of the most emotional Day of the Dead traditions in Michoacán, where families honor deceased children with offerings full of love and symbolism. This route explores Purépecha communities with strong ancestral heritage.

Tiripetío: History and Spirituality

→ Visit to the Ex-Convent of San Agustín, one of the oldest monasteries in the Americas (16th century)

→ Tour of the community and daily life

→ Observation of altars and offerings prepared for the Vigil of the Little Angels

Tupátaro: Jewel of Viceregal Art

→ Visit to Santiago Apóstol Temple, known as the “Sistine Chapel of Michoacán” for its painted ceiling

Cuanajo: Handcrafts and Tradition

→Tour through the town: Famous for its woodcarving work

→ Participation in the Vigil of the Little Angels, including a wooden toy horse workshop

→ Community gathering: Learn the meaning of this tradition through the stories of the locals.

This route is a unique opportunity to connect with the essence of the Day of the Dead in Michoacán, in an atmosphere of reflection and cultural beauty. Tiripetío, Tupátaro, and Cuanajo. Cultural tour, wooden toy horse workshop, and traditional cuisine. Transportation, experiences, certified tour guide (Norm 08), and traditional dinner.

Tour Duration: Approximately 8 hours

Cost: $1,500 MXN per person (Children ages 3 and older pay full fare).

Includes:

✅ Tourist transportation

✅ Specialized guide

✅ Guide during the tour

✅ Guided activities and experiences in each route

✅ Tastings and access to sites of interest (light meal in the community)

✅ Travel insurance

November 1

Night of the Dead 2025

→11:45 am Join us in the main door of the Cathedral on Madero Av. (in case the avenue is closed
the meeting point will change, you will be notified via
WhatsApp, the WhatsApp group will be created 1 day prior to the tour, to give you
recommendations and the last details of the trip).

→12:00 pm Our first spot is Quiroga (we won’t stop until we arrive at Quiroga)

→01:30 pm Approximate arrival time at Quiroga (you can go eat wherever you prefer).

→03:00 pm We go back to our transport to go to our next spot, Santa Fe de la Laguna

→03:30 pm Approximate arrival time at Santa Fe de la Laguna (There will be a guided tour).

→04:30 pm We go back to our transport to go to our third spot, Tzintzuntzan.

→05:30 pm Arrival in Tzintzuntzan: Tour of the Atrium of the Olive Trees, the
former convent, the temple, and the cemetery; as well as learning about the local artisan techniques
traditions, and activities

→09:00 pm Departure to the pier.

→10:30 pm Approximate arrival time to the Ucazanaztacua Pier, there will be a boat tour, dinner
included at the pier, some time to take photos.

→03:30 am Return to Morelia.

→04:30 am Approximate arrival time to Morelia.

Cost: $1,500 MXN per person (Children ages 3 and older pay full fare).

Includes:

✅Round-trip transportation

✅transfer to tourist spots

✅ Guide during the tour

✅tour guide during the trip-offering to live in the communities

✅boat tour

✅dinner at the Ucazanaztacua pier

✅Tour coordinator

November 2

ART, TRADITION AND MEZCAL DURING THE WEEK OF THE DEAD.

Visiting Capula, San Jerónimo & Oponguio.
Live a unique experience that combines the tradition of the Catrinas, purepecha gastronomy
the distillation of mezcal, all framed in the celebration of the Night of the dead.

Capula: Catrina and folks art workshop.

→ Tour through the town, famous for the creation of the iconic clay Catrinas. Visit artisan workshops to learn about the crafting process and paint your own Catrina. Free time to explore the handicraft market and purchase unique pieces.

San Jerónimo: Traditional Purépecha Cuisine.

→Gastronomy experiences with traditional cooks.
Workshop on preparing traditional dishes such as corundas, grain atole, and uchepos.
Food tasting in a family and community atmosphere.

Oponguio: Destillation of mezcal and mysticism.

→Visit to an artisanal distillery to learn about the mezcal making process.
Tasting of different varities and explanation of how to pair them with traditional cuisine.
Free time to enjoy the landscape and purchase local products.

Capula, San Jerónimo, Oponguio. Catrina experience, traditional cooking experience, and distillation of mezcal typical of the region, round-trip transportation, certified guide with standard 08, typical food, and mezcal tasting.

Connecting with the Purepecha culture through art, gastronomy and distillation.

Interactive experiences with personalized workshops. Ideal for those who seek an authentic experience of the week of the dead in Michoacan.

Cost: $1,500 MXN per person (Children ages 3 and older pay full fare).

Includes:

✅Catrina experience

✅ Traditional cooking experiences

✅Distillation of typical regional mezcal

✅Round-trip transportation

✅ Guide during the tour

✅ Traditional regional meal

✅Mezcal tasting

👉END OF OUR SERVICES

⏱ Approximate schedules depending on local traffic during festivities.

ITINERARY SUBJECT TO CHANGE DEPENDING ON LOCAL CONDITIONS.

📌SUGGESTIONS: The climate in the area is cold and humid, so make sure you wear appropriate clothing and footwear. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR RAINCOAT. If you are traveling with minors, bear in mind that during this season, travel times from one community to another are longer than indicated. Keep an eye on minors at all times. There may be changes to the program without prior notice. Bring sunscreen/a hat to
protect yourself from the midday sun, a portable battery for your cell phone, a camera, and a small backpack to carry your belongings at all times.

📌IMPORTANT NOTE: ALL RESERVATIONS INCUR CHARGES FOR CHANGES AND/OR CANCELLATIONS, PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 56 OF THE FEDERAL CONSUMER PROTECTION LAW..