A cultural weekend witnessing vibrant festivities of the Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) featuring candlelit cemetery vigils, elaborate sand tapestries, and public comparsas (costumed street parties).
What's Included:
6 Days 5 Nights in Boutique Hotel
Daily Breakfast, 4 Lunches, 2 Dinners- one at Michelin Bib Gourmand Restaurant
Airport Transfers from Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) only
Three Full-Day Guided Tours
WiFi, Yoga, Urban Walks all optional, and
Time for your Own Exploration
Excludes:
International and Domestic Transfers, Passports, Visas, other documents as needed,
Insurance, Tips, and more (specifics) at the bottom.
I T I N E R A R Y
Note: Not final and subject to change.
Thursday, October 28: Departure and Arrival in Oaxaca
Arrive in Oaxaca at Oaxaca International Airport (OAX)
Private transfer and Check In at Grana B & B or NaNa Boutique Hotel.
Suggested Experiences:
Note: Early evening stroll as the city begins preparing for Día de los Muertos.
Have an 'orientation' walk through Centro Histórico
Santo Domingo Church
Jardín Etnobotánico (outside if closed)
Andador Macedonio Alcalá
Shop!
Option: Dinner at an agreed place, pay your own.
Friday, October 29: Markets & Oaxacan Traditions
Breakfast and Lunch
A Guided Tour, led by: _______________
Mercado Benito Juárez
Mercado 20 de Noviembre
Taste: Pan de Muerto, Chocolate grinding, Local cheeses
Explore: Handmade crafts, Flowers and marigolds
Textile village: Teotitlán del Valle
Experience:
Zapotec weaving
Natural dyes
Family workshops
The rest is yours.
Suggested Experiences for the Evening:
Attend an altar exhibition. Learn the symbolism of:
Marigolds
Candles
Sugar skulls
Copal incense
Family photographs
Saturday, October 30: Artisans & Alebrijes & Michelin Bib Gourmand Dining
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A Guided Tour Led by ______________
Morning:
Visit San Martín Tilcajete
Meet master artisans creating the famous hand-carved Alebrijes.
Learn how each sculpture is carved and painted.
Afternoon:
Visit a mezcal distillery.
Enjoy a traditional lunch.
Return to Oaxaca.
7:00 pm Michelin Bib Gourmand Dining at TBA
Water is served, other drinks are yours.
Sunday, October 31: Preparing for the Spirits with Community
Breakfast and Lunch
Morning Is Yours.
Suggested Experiences:
45-min Yoga
Explore galleries and cafés.
Afternoon:
Build a traditional ofrenda (altar) with a local family / community.
Learn the meaning behind every offering.
Late Afternoon: Enjoy neighborhood celebrations.
Experience:
Live music
Traditional dances
Street food
Candlelit streets
Local families preparing for All Saints' Day
Monday, November 1: Día de los Muertos 'the highlight of the journey'.
Breakfast and Lunch
Suggested Experiences:
Morning: Visit beautifully decorated cemeteries and designated areas for 'ofrendas'.
Observe families decorating graves with:
Marigolds
Candles
Favorite foods
Flowers
Music
Afternoon: Enjoy local cultural performances.
Eat lunch especially prepared for Day of the Dead
Evening: Attend one of Oaxaca's spectacular comparsas (community parades).
Walk among:
Giant puppets
Skeleton costumes
Brass bands
Dancing
Thousands of candles
A respectful reminder: this is a deeply personal tradition. Guests are encouraged to observe quietly, ask permission before photographing individuals, and appreciate the experience as participants rather than spectators.
Early Dinner at TBA. Water is served, other drinks are yours.
Prepare for next day's departure.
Tuesday, November 2: Farewell Oaxaca, Hello Home.
Depending on your flight itinerary:
Breakfast. Hotel Check Out. Airport Transfer.
Depart for home carrying unforgettable memories of one of the world's most meaningful cultural celebrations.
MORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION, INDEMNIFICATION/WAIVER, ETC.
Double Occupancy / Shared Room Total Cost: $ .00 (inclusive of applicable taxes and required deposits)
Cost per Participant: $.00
Double occupancy accommodations are limited to a maximum of two (2) participants per room. Participants sharing a room will share the total accommodation cost for (5) nights and six (6) days. Bedding configurations may include one king, one queen, or two twin beds, subject to availability.
Each participant is individually responsible for all additional costs, including but not limited to:
Tours, excursions, and activities
Ground transportation and transfers
Entrance fees, permits, and event tickets
Participants electing double occupancy must arrange their own roommate. Cultural Wanderer does not guarantee roommate placement or matching.
Single / Solo Occupancy Total Cost: $2,772.00
Single occupancy accommodations are designated for one (1) participant per room. The participant is solely responsible for the full cost of accommodations for five (5) nights and six (6) days, including breakfast where applicable.
The participant is also individually responsible for:
All transportation costs (including airport transfers and domestic travel)
Tours, excursions, and activities
Entrance fees and event tickets
Payment Terms and Conditions
A non-refundable deposit of $500 per participant is required to secure participation.
The remaining balance is due on September 15, 2027 and is non-refundable.
Full payment must be completed no later than September 15, 2027. All payments are non-refundable after this date.
If cancellation occurs on or after September 15, 2027, one hundred percent (100%) of the total trip cost will be forfeited, regardless of reason.
Payments may be made via cash, check, money order, Venmo (@Henna-Fuller), or PayPal (mahenna_2000@yahoo.com).
Please note: Payments made by credit card may be subject to additional processing fees.
Important Notes:
Participants are solely responsible for ensuring they possess valid passports, visas, and any other required travel documentation.
Travel insurance is recommended and must be submitted prior to departure.
Cultural Wanderer strongly advises participants to review all health, safety, and entry requirements prior to departure.
Changes and Cancellations by Organizer:
Cultural Wanderer / Hegina A. Fuller reserves the right to make changes to the itinerary, accommodations, transportation, or scheduled activities as deemed necessary due to unforeseen circumstances, safety considerations, or operational requirements.
In the unlikely event that Cultural Wanderer cancels the trip, a refund will be issued in an amount deemed appropriate, less any non-recoverable expenses already incurred.
Exclusions:
The following items are not included in the package price:
International airfare (referrals available upon request)
Passport, visas, and required travel documentation
Travel insurance (mandatory recommendation)
Meals, snacks, and beverages not specified in the itinerary
Transportation outside of scheduled tours and excursions
Entrance fees and tickets not explicitly listed in the itinerary
Gratuities and tips for guides, drivers, and service providers
Optional activities, including but not limited to spa services, massages, and personal experiences