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THE REAL DEALS

Celebrate the Day of the Dead in Oaxaca, $1,195

Be a part of the traditional Mexican three-day festival that honors the return of the deceased each fall. Plus, explore sprawling Mexico City and unwind in the surf town Puerto Escondido and the turtle center at Mazunte.
Thursday, July 31, 2008 |

The trip concludes with a final night in Mexico City. If you'd like to spend more time in the capital, you can book additional pre- or post-tour nights at Hotel Mallorca for $20 per person for a twin room and $30 for a single.

Before you go, visit Mexico's official tourism website.

Ruins at Mitla, Oaxaca, Mexico (Richard Gross/Corbis) [enlarge photo]

Getting There International airfare isn't included. According to a research search on Kayak, the lowest round-trip fares to Mexico City, departing on Oct. 23 and returning on Nov. 3, 2008, were $282 from Miami (American), $322 from New York City (Northwest), $382 from Seattle (Northwest), $400 from Chicago (American), and $459 from L.A. (multiple carriers).

More on Mexico:

25 Reasons We Love Oaxaca

Ghosts of the Sierra Madre

What $100 Buys in Mexico City

Scouting Report 2007: Puerto Ángel

Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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