Day 1. Begin your journey with a stroll through Morelia's city center, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Learn about local food, traditions, and history. Enjoy lunch at a Mexican-French restaurant, then get into the spirit of the Day of the Dead with makeup and costumes for a golden hour photoshoot in marigold fields. End the day with dinner at a Day of the Dead-themed restaurant.
Day 2. Discover the art of La Catrina doll crafting, followed by a lunch of local carnitas in Quiroga. Visit Grandma Coco's house and see how locals prepare for the celebration. Watch the sunset with a glass of Champagne from a stunning viewpoint, then enjoy dinner at a top restaurant in Pátzcuaro.
Day 3. Today is a day and night you will never forget. After breakfast, we’ll wander through ancient cobblestone paths of Patzcuaro town, uncovering secrets of Purepecha traditions and tales that have been passed down through generations. seeing how locals celebrate this glorious day. As midday arrives, we’ll take a break and savor a delicious lunch with breathtaking views of Lake Pátzcuaro. Afterward, you’ll have some free time to wander at your own pace. Soak up the city’s festive atmosphere, join in the local celebrations, or simply relax and prepare for the unforgettable night ahead.
Night (Day 3rd - Day 4th). As midnight approaches, our adventure takes an incredible turn. We'll gather and make our way to several cemeteries around Pátzcuaro, where the real magic of Día de los Muertos comes to life. Witness how families lovingly decorate the graves of their ancestors with candles, flowers, and offerings, celebrating life and honoring those who have passed.
Then, we’ll embark on a boat ride across the mystical waters to Janitzio Island. Here, we’ll visit the final cemetery, watching the quiet reverence of families gathered to honor their loved ones. We’ll stay on the island until the first light of dawn, witnessing an unforgettable sunrise – a truly magical moment that you’ll carry with you forever.
Day 4. After a night among the spirits, this morning is yours - sleep in! Once you're ready, we'll gather for a late breakfast before packing up and bidding farewell to Pátzcuaro.
But the journey isn't over yet — we have one last extraordinary experience waiting for you! We head to the Zirahuen — a hidden town on a crater lake wrapped in pine forests and silence. This is the Mexico that most travelers never find.
Temazcal Experience
Here, you’ll take part in a traditional Temazcal — a centuries-old pre-Hispanic steam ceremony that cleanses the body, calm the mind, and restore the spirit. The perfect ending to an intense and unforgettable journey.
After the ceremony, we'll enjoy a relaxed lunch by the lake before heading back to Morelia where we say hasta pronto to magical Michoacán.
