San Cristóbal de las Casas

Day of the Dead in the Indigenous Towns of Chiapas

Description

DAY OF THE DEAD IS A MYSTICAL AND UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE. October 31st: Preparations for Day of the Dead in Zinacántán and San Juan Chamula. Day 1: The Romerillo and Zinacántán Cemeteries (cemetery and town). Day 2: The towns and cemeteries of Zinacántán and San Juan Chamula ROMERILLO - According to the indigenous belief of the community, the souls of the deceased arrive on foot to visit their relatives every November 1st. A visit to the Romerillo cemetery, located on a mountain crowned with 22 enormous Tzotzil crosses, is a very genuine, yet somewhat rude experience. Zinacántán - The cemetery will be decorated with an abundance of floral arrangements at an altitude of 2,700 meters, offering a beautiful view and a mystical atmosphere. Visit the church and a family of artisans to see the textiles made on a backstrap loom. SAN JUAN CHAMULA: ancestral indigenous celebrations at the cemetery, visit the church. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN A PRIVATE TOUR, JUST ASK!

Highlights

  • Weather Dependent - Moderate
  • Bus Tours
  • Seasonal
  • Private and Luxury
  • Car Tours
  • Small Group
  • Weddings & Celebrations
  • Day Trips

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese, Spagnolo

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Spanish and English speaking guide
  • Private transport, entrances,

Not included

  • Lunch

Itinerary

  1. 1

    The guide will give you explanations about the fusion of pre

    The guide will give you explanations about the fusion of prehispanic religion with the catholic, symbolism and significance of this indigenous culture

    Admission included
  2. 2

    We will visit a local family

    We will visit a local family

  3. 3

    The Day of the Dead festival is a mixture of emotions; color

    The Day of the Dead festival is a mixture of emotions; color, joy, sorrow, and remembrance manifest each year when the souls of the faithful departed come to visit the earthly world. This is an indigenous Tzotzil tradition, inherited from their Mayan ancestors, that continues to this day. We will join in the celebrations at the cemetery with respect

  4. 4

    The church of Chamula is the main reason to visit the villag

    The church of Chamula is the main reason to visit the village: inside, you will enter the magic and sacred world of rituals of indigenous people of Chamula that you will not see anywhere else. your guide will explain you the symboism and significance of the rituals so you can understand the magic of what you see.

    Admission included
  5. 5

    ROMERILLO is a Tzotzil community. According to the belief of

    ROMERILLO is a Tzotzil community. According to the belief of the indigenous people of the El Romerillo community, the souls of the deceased arrive on foot to visit their relatives every November 1st. A visit to the Romerillo cemetery, located on a mountain crowned with 22 enormous Tzotzil crosses, is a very genuine, and in some ways, a rude experience.

  6. 6

    Zinacantan, an indigenous community of Tzeltal culture. The

    Zinacantan, an indigenous community of Tzeltal culture. The cemetery will be decorated with an abundance of floral arrangements, as flower cultivation is one of Zinacantan's main activities. At an altitude of 2,700 m, the cemetery offers a beautiful view and a mystical atmosphere.

Meeting point

In front of Arco del Carmen, historical monument at the end of Miguel Hidalgo street

Useful information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

  • More than 0 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Neonato0-5 anni
  • Bambino6-12 anni
    1,600
  • Adulto13-65 anni
    1,600

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