Copper Canyon tour in Mexico
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Discover Copper Canyon, a stunning natural wonder of Mexico, in Central America with this unique tour and holiday! Amazing Copper Canyon, also known as Barranca del Cobre, is found in Chihuahua state, and is actually made up of a series of canyons that are larger and deeper than the Grand Canyon in the United States.
Read moreDiscover Copper Canyon, a stunning natural wonder of Mexico, in Central America with this unique tour and holiday! Amazing Copper Canyon, also known as Barranca del Cobre, is found in Chihuahua state, and is actually made up of a series of canyons that are larger and deeper than the Grand Canyon in the United States.
Located in the Tarahumara Mountains, the canyons get their name from their greenish copper color. The most popular way to explore the Copper Canyon is on the “Chihuahua al Pacifico” Railway. The track passes over 37 bridges and through 86 tunnels, rising as high as 2,400 meter (7,900 feet) above sea level featuring spectacular views of the canyons below. The most adventourous travelers will enjoy the suspension bridges, zip lines, rock climbing and hiking trails during this unique tailormade travel proposal.
Here are the highlights of your customizable tour and vacation:
Reception and transfer from airport to hotel, free time, overnight.
Breakfast and walking tour around the impressive Zocalo of Mexico City, declared World heritage site by Unesco, key point between what was the Aztec empire and the Mexican present time. Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral, the National Palace and the Palace of Fine Arts.
Later move on to the Paseo de la Reforma where you will find the Angel of Independence and visit some emblematic districts of the city such as the Colonia Roma and the Condesa. Free time in the afternoon to enjoy the city.
Meeting at Mexico city’s airport at the time indicated for the flight to Chihuahua, arriving in the morning. Airport reception and transfer to the city downtown where you will have a walking tour, visiting the Wall Painting of the Government Palace and the Cathedral.
In the afternoon visit the Cultural Center of University Quintas Gameros, the Museum of the House of Pancho Villa Hoy and the Museum of the Revolution. Free afternoon and welcome dinner. Accommodation.
After breakfast at 8 you will reach Divisadero, through a Mennonite field where you can buy cheese from the region and visit the Mennonite Museum. You will have your lunch here. Continue to Creel where you will have a guided walk through this magical town. Departure to Divisadero, arrival and check-in to the hotel Divisadero. Free time to walk around the stunning surroundings. Dinner included at the hotel and lodging.
Breakfast and departure for a guided walk to the stunning viewpoints of the canyons with the opportunity of a cable car ride (ride not included). Lunch on your own at the restaurant. Free time, return to hotel, dinner included. Accommodation.
Breakfast and free time until 12:30 when you'll be transferred to the Chepe train station for the train leaving around 1:05 pm and taking you to the magical town of El Fuerte. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Dinner. Accommodation.
** For various reasons the train may be delayed **
Breakfast. You can walk and appreciate the beautiful colonial town of El Fuerte, it is recommended to take an optional boat trip on the river Fuerte where you can observe migratory birds and endemic birds, along with petroglyphs dating back 2-10000 years. Approximate tour duration us 2hrs. Lunch time.
In the afternoon you will head to Los Mochis airport (approximate distance of 1.5 hrs). Flight to Mexico City, arrival and transfer to your hotel accommodation.
After breakfast you will have a private tour to Teotihuacan. The tour begins with a visit to The Basilica of Guadalupe. This majestic church is the place of worship of Our Lady of Guadalupe, formerly Tonantzin, a legendary invocation of the Virgin Mary that is recognized by believers and non-believers alike. Afterwards, you will visit the Teotihuacan archaeological site, also known as the “City of the Gods,” where you can climb the spectacular Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon and find breathtaking views.
You will walk along the famous “Avenue of the Dead” and will appreciate some of the ancient temples in which the people payed homage to their deities (sun and moon). You’ll be amazed by the ancient history and mysticism of this extraordinary place. Lunch included. Afterwards you will go back down town where you will have some time to enjoy this beautiful city (9 hours tour).
Breakfast and free time until your flight home. End of service.
Prices are per person in double room. Price per child from 3 to 11 years old sharing room with 2 adults $560 USD.