Barrancas del Cobre or Copper Canyon is but one of five deep gorges that rivers have carved through the Sierra Madre Mountains. This mountain range is the home of the Tarahumara Indians, one of the most isolated and primitive cultures in Mexico. Over the past 400 years, as Spaniards and later mestizo Mexicans confiscated their fertile valley farm land, the Tarahumara retreated to the high mountain slopes to maintain their independence and cultural purity. Today, pervasive drought threatens their survival, so they acknowledge the tourist invasion and participate in its economy by selling their baskets and other crafts to visitors who ride the rails through canyon country.
Copper Canyon Itineraries
Each of these rail trips offers spectacular views & intercultural exchanges with the local people. Interpretive information is offered throughout the trip about the history & culture of the Indians, the fascinating history of the railroad & natural history. Some trips have additional special opportunities.
6 day Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive in Los Mochis; Hotel Santa Anita;
Day 2 - Train journey through the Copper Canyon to Bahuichivo. Transfer to Cerocahui; Hotel Misión;
Day 3 - Bus tour to Urique Canyon rim, the deepest canyon in the system; Hotel Misión;
Day 4 - Train ride through the canyon to Divisadero area; Hotel Mirador on the Rim;
Day 5 - Rail journey through the canyon to Los Mochis; Hotel Santa Anita;
Day 6 - Depart Los Mochis.
7 day Itineraries
Day 1 - Arrive in Los Mochis; Hotel Santa Anita;
Day 2 - Copper Canyon train ride to Bahuichivo. Transfer to Cerocahui; Hotel Misión;
Day 3 - Bus tour to Urique Canyon rim; Hotel Misión;
Day 4 - Copper Canyon train ride to Divisadero Area; Hotel Mirador on the rim;
Day 5 -Train ride through the Canyon to El Fuerte; Hotel Posada Hidalgo;
Day 6 - River float, historic walking tour, transfer to Los Mochis; Hotel Santa Anita;
Day 7 - Depart Los Mochis.
8 day Itineraries
Day 1 - Arrive in Los Mochis; Hotel Santa Anita;
Day 2 - Copper Canyon train ride to Bahuichivo. Transfer to Hotel Misión, Cerocahui;
Day 3 - Bus tour to Urique Canyon rim; Hotel Misión;
Day 4 - Train ride through the canyon to Creel; The Lodge at Creel;
Day 5 - Bus tour of Indian country; The Lodge at Creel;
Day 6 - Copper Canyon train ride to Divisadero Area; Hotel Mirador on the Rim;
Day 7 - Train ride through the canyon to Los Mochis; Hotel Santa Anita;
Day 8 - Depart Los Mochis.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
- 6 day Itinerary (July 18-23, 2006 & 2007): $1495 p/p per dbl room, (+ $350 single room);
- 7 day Itineraries (October 10-16, 2006; October 17-23, 2006; October 18-24, 2007): $1795 p/p per dbl room, (+$350 single room);
- 8 day Itineraries (March 22-292007, October 3-10, 2007): $1995 p/p per dbl room; (+ $400 single room).
These tours are fully escorted by expert bilingual guides. Prices listed are per person per double occupancy. Some single rooms are available. Most tours begin & end in Los Mochis. These itineraries include:
- All meals in the Canyon;
- First-class express train tickets;
- All transfers between hotels & train stations;
- Special tours in Urique Canyon, El Fuerte & in Creel;
- All tips (except naturalist guides).
Individual tours are any length desired.
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