barrancas del cobre

Light Barrancas Canyon plus Chepe Express train

Program 5 Days and 4 Nights, which will let you know the amazing regions of Copper Canyon, Chihuahua, Creel and Los Mochis. It includes regional train ticket "El Chepe".

Copper Canyon are crossed by the route of Chihuahua Pacific train, known as "Chepe". In the section Divisadero - Los Mochis, the train goes into the mountains to traverse the rugged geography, passes by precipitous cliffs, crossing short and long tunnels and bridges waging rivers. This is an important transport system and a tourist attraction. The canyon is the traditional home of the Tarahumara (Rarámuris).

Departure days: Thursday of each week, 2020

ITINERARY

Day 1, CHIHUAHUA (THURSDAY)

  • Arrival at the historic city of Chihuahua. Among the cities in Mexico, Chihuahua is highly ranked in human and social development. According to the UNCP report on human development, Chihuahua is the second most competitive city in the country just behind Monterrey and ahead of Mexico City.
  • You will walk around the city visiting the Pancho Villa Museum, known as "Quinta Luz Casa de Villa" and where the famous "Centauro del Norte" spent his last days. Also the Government Palace and the beautiful murals that are inside, living history of Mexico with its ocher quarry architecture, the Cathedral of Chihuahua, will amaze you as it enchants with its beautiful altarpieces and its baroque style; also should be visited some residential areas, parks and central squares.
  • Return to hotel.
  • Free night.
  • Accommodation at hotel Plaza Chihuahua or Quality Inn or similar 4* with all taxes included.

Note:

To be able to take this tour you have to arrive in Chihuahua no later than 2:00 pm of that day.
Museums are closed on Mondays only, but the rest of the attractions are open all week and it does not include admissions. At the end of the tour, transfer to your hotel.

Day 2, CHIHUAHUA - CREEL (FRIDAY)

  • 7:00 Breakfast at hotel.
  • Around 7:30 am transfer from Chihuahua to the town of Creel, arriving at approximately 11:30 am.
    Creel is located 247 km southeast of Chihuahua, on the upper reaches of the Sierra Madre Occidental known as the Sierra Tarahumara, when the train station was inaugurated, it was given its current name in honor of a famous local governor, Enrique Creel. The town gained importance in the timber industry in Mexico and it is communication bridge, and contact point in the Hill´s range.
  • In the afternoon we will have a walk around Creel, visiting Lake Arareco, Mission San Ignacio, Valley of the Mushrooms, Valley of the Frogs and Tarahumara Cave are visited.
  • The lake Arareco has a shape similar to a U, this tourist attraction is known for its beautiful landscapes being surrounded by coniferous forests, the birds that live in the forest are a visual attraction for the traveler and above all it is known for the rock formations that surround the lake. The Arareco lake has a quiet beauty and a special charm that makes it unique in the mountains.
  • Return to hotel.
  • Accommodation in hotels like Hotel Parador del Alma or Cascada Inn or similar 4* hotel with all taxes included.

B, D (breakfast & dinner included)

Day 3, CREEL - BARRANCAS DEL COBRE (SATURDAY)

  • Around 08:10 hours, you will be provided with your transfer to the station to board the CHEPE EXPRESS Railroad, leaving at 8:30 am to the Copper Canyon, arriving at approximately 10:00 and transfer to your hotel.
  • Breakfast on board the train is recommended (paid by clients).
  • We recommend taking the tour to the viewpoint of the flying stone and adventure park where you will have the opportunity to take the tour on the impressive cable car or get on one of the two dizzying zip lines. (Transfer, entrance to the park and attractions not included).
  • Lunch included at the hotel at noon. In the afternoon we will have a walk through the viewpoints of the Barrancas.
  • Dinner included in the evening.
  • Accommodation at the Barrancas del Cobre hotel or similar 4* with all taxes included.

L, D (lunch and dinner included).

Day 4, BARRANCAS DEL COBRE - LOS MOCHIS (SUNDAY)

  • Breakfast.
  • Transfer at 9:10 am to the train station to take your second route in the CHEPE EXPRESS bound for the city of Los Mochis, on this route we will enjoy the most spectacular views of the train route.
  • Arrival at 17:10 and transfer to your hotel.
  • Free afternoon.
  • Accommodation at the Santa Anita hotel or Plaza Inn or similar 4* with all taxes included.

B (breakfast included).

DAY 5, LOS MOCHIS (MONDAY)

  • Free morning, if your flight schedule allows, we recommend taking the tour that the hotel offers to the Topolobampo bay considered as a dolphin sanctuary or visiting the Maviri beach and eating the exquisite seafood from this place (additional cost).
  • Your adventure comes to an end with your departure transfer to the airport.

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PRICE PER PERSON IN USD
DOUBLE TRIPLE QUADRUPLE KID
$ 680 $ 615 $ 600 $ 380

Supplement per person, applies for change of train ticket to:
Business class: $ 50 USD
First class: $ 135 USD

Notes:

  • Minor (kid) is considered between 2 to 10 years old.
  • Apply supplements for holidays and festivity days.
  • A high season supplement per person apply.
  • All transfers and tours are in shared services.
  • Rates and itineraries subject to change without prior notice, due to possible modifications by Ferromex time and itinerary.

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