Tour Copper Canyon Tour By Train: Ride The Adventure And Admire C

Meals

8x breakfasts, 1x dinner are included.

Guide

Service of an experienced Tour Leader throughout the tour is included.

Optional

Logistics & notes DEPARTURE & ARRIVAL: We will leave our accommodation in Cancún on Day 2 morning and arrive in Playa del Carmen on Day 8 afternoon. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: This tour doesn’t include airport transfers. Cancún International Airport is just 19 km away from the center of the city and is easily accessible by both taxis and public transport. Cancún International Airport is 55.4 km away from the center of Playa del Carmen and is also easily accessible by taxis or bus in Playa del Carmen station. ACCOMMODATIONS: You will receive a list of accommodations together with trip notes 2 weeks before the tour. Most accommodations are centrally located, tourist-class, locally-owned properties with private facilities in each room (unless otherwise specified in the itinerary). We can arrange pre- & post-tour accommodations but not earlier than 2 weeks before the departure when we send you final trip notes. ROOM TYPES: Shared Twin Room: Single bed in a twin room shared with another co-traveler of the same gender. This option is specifically designed for solo travelers and applies just to group departures. Double/Twin Room: Private room for 2 people. You can choose between 1 double bed or 2 single beds. Triple Room: Private room for 3 people. It normally has 1 double bed for 2 people and 1 single bed for 1 person. Quad Room: Private room for 4 people. It normally has 2 double beds for 2 people each. If none of the room types above fits you, please contact us and we will send you a personalized quote. TRANSPORT: The type of vehicle depends on the size of the group and may involve a car, 7-seater, or minivan. Inside urban areas, walking is the most common way of transportation. FOOD: Meals and Gastronomic Experiences included in this tour can normally meet most of the common dietary restrictions. However, due to the active program of the tour and different menus in each place, satisfying a special diet or food preferences of a particular traveler will depend on circumstances and cannot be fully guaranteed. PHYSICAL CONDITION: This tour involves a decent amount of walking & hiking. Therefore, travelers should have at least moderate physical fitness condition. AGE: Due to required physical condition, the recommended age of participants in this tour is 12-69 years. However, potential participants outside of the above-mentioned age group can still participate upon request if (1) they are in a good physical condition (2) that will allow them to cope with the pace of the group tour. ACTIVITIES: Participation in all activities is optional - just be sure to be in time for daily departures. Most of the included activities such as walking tours (>2h, normally in historic centers of bigger cities), orientation walks ( VISA: All foreign visitors, regardless of their nationality, traveling to Mexico for tourism, business, or in transit to another destination, are exempt from presenting a Mexican visa as long as they have a valid visa issued by any of the following countries: Canada, Japan, the United States of America, the United Kingdom or any of the countries comprising the Schengen Area (for more info check this official website: https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/toronto/index.php/en/servicesforeigners/doclegalization/52-conservices/225-visitors-who-do-not-require-a-visa-with-a-stay-up-to-180-days). WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU: Comfortable clothes & shoes; swimming suit & slippers/water shoes; a smaller backpack for daily tours; hat/cap, sunglasses & sunscreen; travel insurance; good mood & curiosity. GROUP VS. PRIVATE: Our multi-day tours offer both group and private departures (see pricing at checkout). Group tour - take a scheduled trip with other travelers. Private tour - take a trip on your own, with friends or family. Private tours are customizable (you can depart any day and we can add additional stops & activities on your request) and thus may cost more than group tours. PRICING: The price of the tour/person depends on the number of travelers and the room/tour option you choose.

Transport

Transportation in a private vehicle throughout the tour is included.

Accommodation

8x nights in conveniently located hotels/B&Bs are included.

Others

WALKING TOURS & ORIENTATION WALKS : Cancun, Holbox, Valladolid, Mahahual, Bacalar, Tulum, Cozumel HISTORY & CULTURE EXPERIENCES : 3x guided visits to archeological zones (Coba, Tulum, and Muyil) + visit to a Mayan Village NATURE EXPERIENCES : 3x visits to cenotes (Manatee, Saamal, Choo-Ha) + visit to a Monkey Sanctuary + visit to Punta Sur Eco Beach Park OTHER ACTIVITIES : 2x boat tours (Cozumel and Bacalar) + 1 catamaran tour (Isla Mujeres)

Hygieneprotocol

Understanding continuously present risks associated with COVID-19 pandemics and willing to keep both travelers & our team healthy, Vibe Adventures introduced internal health & safety guidelines that are enforced on all our tours until such measures are lifted by authorities of each destination and/or pandemic situation gets completely resolved worldwide. Those guidelines are based on official recommendations & protocols from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and among others include the following measures: Education & Training : ● regular training & education of the staff (Tour Leaders, drivers, crew) and suppliers (accomodations, restaurants, experience providers, etc.) on the importance of COVID-related health & safety measures; ● promotion of the importance of hand hygiene & other COVID-related health & safety measures to travelers through signage, oral instructions and online materials; ● contracting only suppliers that responsibly implement COVID-related health & safety protocols recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) and local authorities. Hand Hygiene : ● mandatory application of antibacterial gel (70% alcohol) by everyone entering the vehicle that is used for transportation during the tour; ● implementing mandatory hand-hygiene policy that requires regular scheduled use of hand sanitizer and washing hands with soap by the staff during the tour, especially after touching objects in public areas (e.g. handrails, doors, money, mobile phones, etc.). Masks : ● mandatory use of a face masks or other protecting items (e.g. scarfs, kerchiefs or bandanas) covering nose, chin & mouth by both travelers & staff in all public areas (especially in confined environments such as public transport, shops, markets, museums, lobbies of hotels etc.); ● the use of the mask is not mandatory in private areas (e.g. hotel rooms) and while having meals & drinks. Sanitation : ● mandatory daily sanitation of the vehicles used for transportation of travellers by the staff especially of handles, doors, seats, and other frequently-touched surfaces; ● use of cleaning and disinfecting products that are approved by local & international health authorities; ● regular audit of our suppliers on their cleanliness & sanitation protocols. Physical distancing : ● mandatory social distance of at least 1.5 m (~5 feet) by both travelers & staff throughout the tour. Health assessments : ● mandatory daily health assessments of all travellers & staff (measuring the body temperature & oral questionnaire on COVID-related symptoms). Please remember: only mutual assistance & support can put an end to this borderless pandemic and help us protect the health of ourselves, our families & colleagues. Thanks in advance for your understanding & cooperation.

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Insurance

Travel insurance not included. Having travel insurance valid for the whole duration of the tour is required, so please make sure you acquire one before your trip.

Flights

Transportation between the destination of the tour and your place of origin is not included.

Others

Transportation between the destination of the tour and your place of origin, airport transfers, other activities & meals, travel insurance, personal expenses & tips

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Day 1 Day 1: Los Mochis
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Los Mochis

Start our Copper Canyon Tour in one of the most important towns in Sinaloa. Arrive at your accommodation in Los Mochis at any time and explore this tranquil and beautiful place, also known as the getaway to Copper Canyon. In the evening, join your Tour Leader and the rest for a welcome dinner in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Los Mochis

• Meals: welcome dinner

• Activities included: welcome meeting
Day 2 Day 2: Los Mochis - Topolobampo - El Fuerte
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Los Mochis - Topolobampo - El Fuerte

In the morning, transfer to Topolobampo to take a boat tour to explore the stunning bay and enjoy different activities such as bird watching and have the chance to meet Pechocho, the gorgeous and friendly dolphin that lives there. If you have some luck, you will be able to touch him and play with him from your boat. Once finished, transfer to El Fuerte and learn about the history of this little town that is shown in the Museum. Also, admire the Fuerte River from the rooftop and enjoy one of the most amazing views of this place. In the afternoon, arrive at your accommodation and take your time to relax or continue exploring this beautiful place. Later, join your Tour Leader and the rest of the group for an orientation walk of the town and have an optional dinner in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B/guest house in El Fuerte.

• Meals: breakfast

• Activities included: boat tour in Bahía de Topolobampo; visit to El Fuerte Museum; orientation walk of El Fuerte
Day 3 Day 3: El Fuerte - Bahuichivo - Cerocahui
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: El Fuerte - Bahuichivo - Cerocahui

In the morning, take Train El Chepe and start your trip to the Copper Canyon. Enjoy stunning landscapes on this fantastic journey on the only passenger train in Mexico. Arrive at Bahuichivo in the afternoon and then, transfer to your accommodation in Cerocahui, a small town in Chihuahua internationally recognized for being one of the main places for the Holy Week festivities of the Tarahumara ethnic groups. After that, join your Tour Leader and the rest of the group for an orientation walk.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B/guest house in Cerocahui

• Meals: breakfast

• Activities included: train trip to Bahuichivo; orientation walk of Cerocahui
Day 4 Day 4: Cerocahui - Cerocahui Waterfalls - Mirador Del Cerro Del Gallego - Urique
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Cerocahui - Cerocahui Waterfalls - Mirador Del Cerro Del Gallego - Urique

In the morning, go to Cerocahui Waterfalls to discover Chihuahua´s nature from a unique perspective. After that, head to a nearby viewpoint to admire one of the most beautiful views of Urique Canyon from 2000 meters high. Later, transfer to the charming town of Urique and explore this hidden mountainous place with your Tour Leader. Finally, have an optional dinner and get together with your group in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Urique

• Meals: breakfast

• Activities included: visits to Cerocahui Waterfalls and Mirador del Cerro del Gallego; orientation walk of Urique
Day 5 Day 5: Urique - Bahuichivo - Divisadero
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Urique - Bahuichivo - Divisadero

In the morning, transfer back to Bahuichivo to enjoy a train trip to Divisadero, the favorite destination for those who seek extraordinary and wonderful landscapes. Once there, taste some local food and explore this stunning place. Later on, join your Tour Leader and the rest of the group for a guided hike. Finally, get an optional dinner and get together with your group in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Divisadero

• Meals: breakfast

• Activities included: guided hike in Copper canyon
Day 6 Day 6: Divisadero - Creel
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Divisadero - Creel

Continue your tour by going to Copper Canyon Adventure Park to explore this beautiful place and do some optional activities like zip lining, zip riding, hiking, via Ferrata, and so on. There, take a cable car to enjoy amazing views of the canyon from above. After that, transfer to your accommodation in Creel, a mysterious place in the heart of the Sierra Tarahumara. On the way, stop at the Oteros River to meet local Tarahumara people, learn about their culture, and see their dwellings in caves. Once at your accommodation in Creel, take your time to rest. Later, join your Tour Leader and your group for an orientation walk of the Historic Center and an optional dinner in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B near Creel

• Meals: breakfast

• Activities Included: entrance to Copper Canyon Adventure Park; visit to a Tarahumara cave; orientation walk of Creel; photo stop at the Oteros River
Day 7 Day 7: Creel - San Juanito - Cascada De Basaseachi National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Creel - San Juanito - Cascada De Basaseachi National Park

In the morning, visit Sierra Tarahumara to explore its various valleys. Start with the "Valle de las Ranas" with its multiple centuries-old frog-shaped rocks. Then, transfer to "Valle de Los Hongos", known for its enormous boulders resembling mushrooms. After that, visit the mystical "Valle de Los Monjes" to see even more fascinating rock formations. Some claim that you can feel the monks’ gaze here. Later, head to a hanging bridge in San Juanito and opt to cross it or just stay on the ground to admire the beautiful surroundings. Last but not least, visit Basaseachic Falls National Park and take a guided hike to discover one of the highest waterfalls in Mexico.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B near Cascada de Basaseachi National Park

• Meals: breakfast

• Activities Included: visits to Valle de las Ranas, Valle de los Hongos & Valle de los Monjes; guided hike in Basaseachic Falls National Park; visit to hanging bridge in San Juanito
Day 8 Day 8: Cascada De Basaseachi National Park - Ciudad Cuauhtemoc - Chihuahua
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Cascada De Basaseachi National Park - Ciudad Cuauhtemoc - Chihuahua

In the morning, transfer to Ciudad Cuauhtemoc, a historical town known for the largest Mennonite community in Latin America. Learn about this unique ethnic group in a local museum, and transfer to your accommodation in Chihuahua. Once a wealthy colonial mining town, it’s the capital and largest city of the same-named state nowadays. Once there, join your Tour Leader for a walking tour of the city’s Historic Center. Finally, get together with your group for an optional farewell dinner in one of the local restaurants in the evening.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Chihuahua

• Meals: breakfast

• Activities Included: guided visits to Museo y Centro Cultural Menonita; walking tour of the historic center of Chihuahua
Day 9 Day 9: Chihuahua
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Chihuahua

Last day of our Copper Canyon Tour by train. So decide by yourself what time to leave or extend your vacation and stay longer!

• Accommodation: n/a

• Meals: breakfast

• Activities Included: n/a

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Itinerary of your trip Copper Canyon Tour By Train: Ride The Adventure And Admire C

Day 1: Los Mochis

Day 2: Los Mochis - Topolobampo - El Fuerte

Day 3: El Fuerte - Bahuichivo - Cerocahui

Day 4: Cerocahui - Cerocahui Waterfalls - Mirador Del Cerro Del Gallego - Urique

Day 5: Urique - Bahuichivo - Divisadero

Day 6: Divisadero - Creel

Day 7: Creel - San Juanito - Cascada De Basaseachi National Park

Day 8: Cascada De Basaseachi National Park - Ciudad Cuauhtemoc - Chihuahua

Day 9: Chihuahua

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