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A Sacred Tour of Mexico

Featuring San Miguel & Mexico City, highlighting the “Day of the Dead” ceremonies and events

October 27-November 6, 2024

Join Tracey for a sacred journey to the heart of spiritual Mexico. This is an opportunity to visit ancient places that were aligned with the Cosmos, the rhythms and cycles of Mother Earth plus experience a tour that goes beyond the basics of travel and provides an opportunity to discover the people, culture and spirituality of a country with over 3,000 years of history.

On this enchanting adventure, you’ll connect with nature spirits, the Cosmos and ancient energies.

On this journey with Tracey we will immerse ourselves in the authentic “Day of the Dead” celebrations, as we experience the spirit and history, and take in the vibrant, colorful decorations and participants. We will dive into the fascinating history of burials, altars and funerals as we connect with the source of this event.

Come ready to renew and align yourself in the sacred traditions of the ancients, while opening the path to greater enlightenment and balance.

This sacred journey is for you.

UPDATE: This tour is now a “Guaranteed Departure.”

YOUR HOST: TRACEY WALSH

A Message from Tracey
In May of 2023 we took an amazing trip to Bali… 15 beautiful women on a grand adventure.
This year we have planned another trip of a lifetime.
Visiting Mexico for the Day of the Dead!
A group of 15 wonderful women… Join us!
This is a perfect way to explore this amazing world of ours.
Adventure awaits!
Tracey~

TOUR INCLUDES

Roundtrip air from San Francisco to Mexico
Roundtrip transfers between airport and hotels
First Class Hotel Accommodations
5 Nights in San Miguel de Allende
4 Nights in Mexico City
Hotel taxes
Breakfast every day
1 Lunch
4 Dinners
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Sightseeing entrance fees as per itinerary
Escorted & Guided throughout
Entrance Fees
Porterage at hotels
Prepaid Gratuities to guides, drivers, etc

SPECIAL FEATURES

Celebrate the “Day of the Dead” Festival in San Miguel
Local market visit & tasting in San Miguel
Authentic Mexican food cooking class (and lunch)
Festival of Offerings at the Day of the Dead Festival
Traditional viewing of the Floral arrangements during the Festival
Visit the Frida Kahlo Museum
Touring the Teotihuacan Archaeological Site
Visit the Casa de Allende Historical Museum

Your Spiritual Mexico Group Tour Itinerary

Day 1, Sunday, October 27^th: Depart for Mexico
Late check-in at San Francisco International Airport for our connecting flights to San Miguel de Allende that leaves a little after midnight.

Day 2, Monday, October 28^th: Arrival in San Miguel de Allende (D)
Welcome to Mexico. Upon arrival, we will be transferred to our hotel for check-in and time to rest. In the late afternoon, we will meet our personal guide, who will be with us for the duration of our journey. This is followed by our Welcome to Mexico dinner.

Day 3, Tuesday, October 29^th: In San Miguel de Allende City Tour (B/D)
Called the “Forge of Independence” for the important role it played in gaining Mexico’s independence from Spain, San Miguel de Allende is a fascinating place to discover on our morning walking sightseeing tour. We will learn about the colors of Mexico, the magic of the people and the charm of the town on our tour through the city. It’s a perfect balance of history, culture, art, and architecture. We will visit the Casa de Allende Historical Museum, seeing the architecturally exquisite churches and 400-year-old restored homes, where we will get a feel for how San Miguel manages to be both a contemporary Mexican city and a colonial gem. Return to our hotel for time to relax before dinner and our overnight.

Day 4, Wednesday, October 30^th: In San Miguel de Allende. Market tasting & cooking class (B/ L)
This morning we will visit the local market whose stalls are piled high with tropical fruits, colorful flowers, fresh vegetables, herbs and chilis. We’ll buy the ingredients to prepare our authentic Mexican food lunch as we learn the techniques to create them in a very special cooking class. After lunch, some afternoon free time, then enjoy dinner on our own at some of the wonderful local restaurants.

Day 5, Thursday, October 31^st : In San Miguel de Allende. Excursion to Guanajuato (B/D)
Breakfast and then discover the incredible city of Guanajuato, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a full-day tour. We will explore the history of the city, visit wonderful churches and the Diego Rivera Museum. We start with a drive toward Guanajuato and make your first stop at Pípila Monument. Delight in views of the city from above from the lookout as our guide introduces us to Guanajuato’s history. Then, ride a cable car to the downtown area and visit the first church built in the city. We will walk the colorful streets of Guanajuato to the Church of Jesus’ Company to see its beautiful facade and unique style. A visit to the Diego Rivera museum comes next, where we explore Diego’s life, murals, portraits and cubist paintings. After lunch on our own we take the cable car back up to begin our return journey to San Miguel de Allende. On our way back to San Miguel, we can stop at the San Cayetano church, one of the most adorned and beautiful churches that represents the golden age of the city of Guanajuato. Dinner at our hotel.

Day 6, Friday, November 1^st: In San Miguel de Allende Free Day (B)
A full day free for independent exploration. The streets and sidewalks are narrow. People talk to each other and engage easily. The lack of street lights and billboards makes the region romantically and historically beautiful, and the city itself offers a traditional feeling of a small town in the heart of Mexico. Maybe take a day trip to the La Gruta and La Escondido hot springs, which are both within 15 minutes of town. The parklike grounds encompass swimming pools, hot tubs in graduated temperatures, restaurants and spa rooms. At both sites, visitors can swim through tunnels to an artificial cave with a hot waterfall that delivers a perfect shoulder massage. In the evening, try one of the wonderful local restaurants.

Day 7, Saturday, November 2^nd: Transfer to Mexico City. City Tour. Start “Day of the Dead Festival” (B)
Early departure as we board our coach for Mexico City. After arrival and checking into our hotel, we will have a sightseeing tour of the Historic Center of this marvelous capital, where most of its ‘must see’ sites are located, including a visit to the National Palace, the Cathedral and the Zócalo. Then we take part in the annual Day of the Dead” celebration activities where we will have a Festival of Offerings and Floral Arrangements at the Historic Center. Here we will experience one of the most beautiful traditions of the “Day of the Dead”, which consists of putting offerings for those who have gone. The local food, colors and smells all come together for this tradition. Dinner on your own at some of the excellent local restaurants.
Note: Participating in Nov. 2 & 3 “Day of the Dead” ceremonies is dependent on the city schedule of events.

Day 8, Sunday, November 3^rd: In Mexico City Día de los Muertos Parade (B)
Today we will view the biggest parade in Mexico in honor of Día de los Muertos with music and floats, as well as local activities such as face painting to look like a traditional catrina or catrín. It’s a time to go about the city and enjoy the food and fun of the celebration.

Day 9, Monday, November 4^th: In Mexico City . Visit to Teotihuacan (B)
After breakfast, we will visit the majestic archeological site of Teotihuacan, home of the Aztec civilization. Its name translates as “place where the humans turn into gods.” This site is considered one of the major Pre Hispanic cities of Mesoamerica. Afternoon & evening are free for some independent exploration and to experience some of the wonderful local restaurants.

Day 10, Tueday, November 5^th: In Mexico City: Visit the Coyoacán Neighborhood (B/D)
Our morning tour today is to the Coyoacan neighborhood of Frida Kahlo, where we visit the famous Blue House, the Mexican artist’s former home that is now a museum. After lunch on our own, we continue to enjoy the amazing views of the ‘chinampas,’ while riding a Trajinera (a small traditional boat adorned with flowers), as we cross the canals and artificial islands of Xochimilco, that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Place. Xochimilco means ‘Field of Flowers’ in Nahuatl. Back to our hotel for our Farewell to Mexico dinner.

Day 11, Wednesday, November 6^th : Depart Mexico (B)
This morning departure for the airport to board your flight back to San Francisco. You will return renovated and full of new vibes, beautiful memories and new knowledge of ancient cultures. Hasta pronto Mexico.

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PRICING

AIR & LAND

Air & Land Cost Per Person, double occupancy:
$2,899 paid via check or $3,049 paid via credit card

Air & Land Cost Per Person, single room occupancy:
$3,699 via check or $3,899 via credit card

Airline taxes and security charges: $299 via check or $315 via credit card
Pre-Paid Gratuities: $100 via check or $105 via credit card

LAND ONLY

Land Only (no air to Mexico) Per Person, double occupancy:
$2,699 via check or $2,839 via credit card

Land Only (no air to Mexico) Per Person, single room occupancy:
$3,499 via check or $3,869 via credit card

Pre-Paid Gratuities: $100 via check or $105 via credit card

Deposit Schedule:
Non-Refundable Deposit Payment – due as soon as possible in order to ensure a place on the tour
Per Person Double or Single accommodations: $500 by check or money order, $525 by credit card

Final Payment Final payment due on or before August 26, 2024

NOTE: The Single Room Supplement applies for those who would like to secure a private room throughout the tour.

ROOMMATES: We will be happy to try to find a suitable roommate for those who are traveling alone and would like to share a room. Per our Terms and Conditions, registration for the tour will be held open until four weeks before the departure date in order to try to match everyone with a roommate. If, by that date, we have not been able to match you with a suitable roommate, you will be responsible to pay for the single supplement. An early registration will facilitate this process.

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Travel Insurance

As travel professionals, Body Mind Spirit Journeys highly recommends travel insurance. Sometimes unexpected circumstances can arise. A sudden emergency just before or during your trip could spoil your vacation and deplete your resources.

We have recently seen some of our valued travelers lose not only their non-refundable deposits, but also their entire tour payments because they hoped they would not need trip cancellation insurance.

You should protect your trip investment and yourself in regards to health, property and trip payments. That is why we provide you with an easy way to contact BMSJ’s preferred insurance provider, Allianz Global Assistance. If you need additional information or have questions, please call Allianz directly at 1-800-284-8300, and refer to code F025323.

BMSJ will be sending you additional details and a brochure with your confirmation on trip cancellation/interruption insurance.

Photo credits:
Diego Rivera mural: Adam Jones from Kelowna, BC, Canada, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Dia de Muertos Parade: RigelNava, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons