The Copper Canyon is a colorful place consisting of several canyons. There are the colorful Tarahumana Indians, beautiful landscapes and vistas, and interesting sites all around. The train is modern and comfortable. Your ticket allows you to disembark and reboard as you please. The train is air conditioned with bar and dining cars serviced by Balderrama Hotels. There are pleasant locals and security on board the train.
Recommend Itinerary:
Day 1
Always start from the south and travel north to Chihuahua. We do not recommend an overnight in Los Mochas, but transfer to El Fuerte for the first night at Posada del Hidago, a beautiful mansion typical of Mexico.
Day 2
Board the train early this morning. Sitting on the east side of the train will allow for some great photo opportunities. Arrive at Bahuichivo where your driver will meet you and take you to Cerocahui. Check into the Hotel Mision, have lunch, and in the afternoon take a tour to Cerro del Gallego to view Unique Canyon. In the evening you can visit the Jesuit Mission or the Tarahumana School which are both adjacent to the hotel. There is also a winery at the hotel. (LD)
Day 3
This morning there is time to ride and hike to a nearby waterfall before departing for the station. Board the train and continue to Posada Mirador for lunch. Free time in the afternoon to walk the rim of the canyon. The Indians are fantastic and will warm your heart with color. (BLD)
Day 4
Morning tour to the various points for viewing the canyon and to Divisadero for shopping. Afternoon departure to continue to the mining town of Creel. Overnight at The Lodge at Creel. (BL)
Day 5
This morning take a tour to see interesting rock formations and the Tarahumana cave dwellings. Afternoon board the train for the last section into Chihuahua. Transfer to the San Francisco Hotel. Overnight.
Day 6
Morning city tour including the State Capital Building, main square and cathedral, and the Museum of the Revolution, formally Poncho Villa's house. Afternoon transfer to the airport for flight out.
Tour includes:
- First class train tickets: El Fuerte to Chihuahua
- 5 nights accommodations as described above
- Transfers
- Meals listed as (BLD)
- Tour to Unique Canyon
- Tour of the Canyon at Divisadero
- Tour of the rock formations and Indian dwellings in Creel
- City tour of Chihuahua
For more information on this tour contact: lac@ricotours.com
Copper Canyon
