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The Mexico's Copper Canyon from El Paso tour is not offered this year. A variety of other spectacular Mexico Copper Canyon Tours are currently available for travel.
Take an exciting journey through one of Mexico's most remarkable natural landmarks, Copper Canyon. Enjoy glorious views during
two scenic rail journeys through magnificent canyon landscapes.
- Round trip airport transfers
- 18 Meals (6 dinners, 5 lunches and 7 breakfasts)
Experience two train rides through Copper Canyon
- Creel to El Fuerte
- El Fuerte to Barrancas
- Services of a Professional Tour Manager
- Mennonite country visit
- Float trip (weather permitting)
- Tour of 17th-century cathedral and government palace
- Mexican Ballet Folklorico performance
- Mexican serenade
- Sightseeing tour of Chihuahua
- Round trip airport transfers
- $45 in travel credits
Day One –Wyndham El Paso Airport, El Paso, Texas
Day Two – Best Western Lodge at Creel, Creel, Mexico
Days Three and Four – Hotel Posada del Hidalgo, El Fuerte, Mexico
Day Five – Hotel Mirador, Barrancas, Mexico
Days Six and Seven – Palacio del Sol, Chihuahua, Mexico
Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in El Paso is $199, tax included.
Get Ready for a South-of-the-Border Adventure!
Mexico is a land of beauty, culture and history. This breathtaking odyssey will take you on a tour the beautiful Copper Canyon and the surrounding state of Chihuahua. From sun-drenched sand dunes to tropical farmlands, you'll explore the breathtaking splendors of this warm and welcoming country.
Enjoy one of the top scenic rail journeys in the world as you gaze out on sheer cliff walls and bask in the beautiful Mexican sunset from your perch high above the canyon floor. Savor Mexico's world-famous hospitality as you visit Indian villages, historic civic centers and bustling modern cities. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime into Mexico's Copper Canyon!
All Aboard for a Mexican Odyssey
During your eight-day tour, you'll explore the scenic splendors of Mexico's Chihuahua province. At the heart of your adventure are two exciting rail journeys that take you deep into the magnificent Copper Canyon.
Nestled in the famous Sierra Madre Mountain Range, Copper Canyon is actually a collection of five major canyons. Four times the size of the Grand Canyon, Copper Canyon is deeper, narrower and more verdant than its American cousin, covering a staggering 25,000 square miles. At 5,000 feet deep, this intricate maze of gorges is home to a dizzying array of plant life, from pine-oak woodlands to giant cactus and tropical trees.
You start your journey in the city of Creel and descend into the canyon from the top of the Sierra Madres, taking in gorgeous views of cascading waterfalls and rugged cliff walls. Making a brief stop in Divisadero, a beautiful town on the rim of the canyon that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding vistas, you travel west, enjoying a spectacular sunset as you arrive at your destination, the picturesque colonial town of El Fuerte.
After a day exploring in El Fuerte, you board your next train to continue your tour of the canyon. From sea level, you climb 8,000 feet, passing through 86 tunnels and crossing 38 bridges along the way. At day's end, you arrive in your next stop, Barrancas, and continue your exploration of the people and places of Chihuahua.
The Many Faces of Mexico
The scenic train journeys are only one highlight of your Mexican adventure. Along the way, you'll explore Mexico's kaleidoscope of captivating landscapes and fascinating people. Driving through the Chihuahua Desert, you'll glimpse the golden, shifting landscape of the Samalayuca sand dunes as well as lush pecan orchards and rolling hills dotted with palm, banana, papaya and mango trees. You'll also encounter the many peoples, contemporary and historic, who make up the heritage of Mexico. In Creel, you'll meet the remarkable Tarahumara Indians. For centuries, the dignified and reclusive people have made their homes in the caves that line the canyon walls. Today, they live apart from modern culture, maintaining their ancient culture on the sheer cliffs of Copper Canyon.
You'll also encounter the Mennonite settlers who have made the Chihuahua Desert flower by irrigating and cultivating fertile farmland in the arid landscape. We'll enjoy lunch at a Mennonite camp and visit a traditional Mennonite store.
With a visit from the members of the fabulous Mexican Ballet Folklorico, we'll experience the country's rich cultural heritage as you witness performances of the traditional regional dances.
Take a Journey Back in Time
You'll also travel into Mexico's rich past with visits to some of the area's historic cities. In El Fuerte, explore quaint cobblestone streets that lead to the town's charming plaza, and take a walking tour of its 17th-century cathedral and governmental palace.
History will also be on the itinerary in colorful Chihuahua, a thriving city that once served as Mexico's capital city. More than three centuries old, Chihuahua offers a treasure trove of historical and cultural landmarks, including murals of Mexican history, a magnificent baroque cathedral, beautifully restored colonial homes and an 18th-century aqueduct. We'll also catch a glimpse of Mexico's vibrant political past as you visit the former home of Pancho Villa, the hero of Mexico's fight for freedom.
Full Speed Ahead to Adventure!
Discover the natural beauty and warm hospitality of one of the hidden gems of Mexico. Adventure awaits in the rugged beauty of Copper Canyon!
Day One
- Arrive in El Paso with included transfers to your hotel
- Meet your Tour Manager at 6 p.m. for dining suggestions
Day Two
- Breakfast at your hotel
- Enter Mexico at Juarez
- Visit Mennonite country
- Lunch at a Mennonite Camp
- Dinner
Day Three
- Breakfast at your hotel
- Explore Creel on your own
- Copper Canyon train to El Fuerte
- Lunch and dinner aboard the train
Day Four
- Breakfast at your hotel
- Float trip, weather permitting
- Walking tour of 17th-century cathedral and government palace
- Lunch and free time in El Fuerte
- Dinner at your hotel with performers from the Mexican Ballet Folklorico
Day Five
- Breakfast at your hotel
- Copper Canyon train ride to Barrancas
- Lunch aboard the train
- Dinner and Mexican serenades
Day Six
- Breakfast at your hotel
- Sightseeing on your own
- Motorcoach to Chihuahua
- Lunch en Route
- Dinner at your hotel
Day Seven
- Breakfast at your hotel
- Sightseeing tour of Chihuahua
- Traditional Mexican dinner
Day Eight
- Breakfast at your hotel
- Group transfer to El Paso Airport for flights after 3 p.m.
The Mexico's Copper Canyon from El Paso tour is not offered this year. A variety of other spectacular Mexico Copper Canyon Tours are currently available for travel.
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