9 days tour

Escorted Group Tour: Phoenix Az & Copper Canyon Mexico Train

Escorted Group Tour: Phoenix Az & Copper Canyon Mexico Train

This tour includes:

Accommodation

During your journey through the Copper Canyon, you will stay in the beautiful, charming hotels of the Balderrama Hotel Collection. All the hotels are in prime locations and provide excellent services and hospitality. The comfortable hotels have lovely modern rooms with private baths and purified water Hotel Posada del Hidalgo is a beautiful colonial mansion. Built in 1890, the hotel has 75 rooms in three styles, all the rooms are air conditioned and have private tile baths.Located in El Fuerte, the Gateway to the Copper Canyon. Hotel Mision is located in Cerocahui Village at the edge of Urique Canyon. There are 41 spacious rooms with private baths and wood stoves. Enjoy the village founded by Jesuit missionaries in 1694, and the vineyard which currently produces 3,000 bottles of wine annually. Barrancas del Cobre is built from stone, logs and tile, and is nestled into a sloping hill next to the famous Chihuahua al Pacifico Railroad. Gardens, a vineyard and an orchard are part of the restful view. This is the sister hotel to Hotel Mirador. Hotel Mirador overlooks awe-inspiring scenery from the rim of the Copper Canyon. This deluxe hotel is surrounded by pine trees, and offers 75 beautiful rooms with impressive views from private balconies. Both Hotel Mirador and Barrancas del Cobre offer demonstrations of the Tarahumara Indians dancing, racing and craft work.

Guide

There will be a certified, bi-lingual guide to accompany throughout the duration of the tour.

Transport

Depending on the number of travelers transportation may be in a 40-passenger bus, 20-passenger mini-bus, or 15-passenger van: Land Transfers: Phoenix / San Carlos / El Fuerte Train Chepe Express Train Ride: El Fuerte / Cerocahui El Divisadero / El Fuerte Land Transfers: El Fuerte / Hermosillo / Phoenix

Meals

23 meals are included in the itinerary. Starting and ending with lunch.

Not included:

Flights

Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Escorted Group Tour: Phoenix Az & Copper Canyon Mexico Train

  • Day 1 Day 1: San Carlos
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: San Carlos

      The trip begins and ends in Phoenix, AZ. The meeting point is at Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport; 4300 E. Washington St. (602 273 7778). Depart from Phoenix, AZ at 6:45 AM and travel through the international border of Nogales. Ride through the Sonoran Desert to the Sea of Cortez arriving at the beautiful seaside city of San Carlos in the state of Sonora for dinner and overnight.

  • Day 2 Day 2: El Fuerte
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: El Fuerte

      After breakfast at HOTEL depart from San Carlos at 8:00 AM for an all-day travel ride to the El Fuerte in the state of Sinaloa. Submerge in scenic views and stops along the way for lunch, breaks, and shopping. The estimated time of arrival in El Fuerte is 5:00 PM. Gather at the pool area for relaxation before dinner at Hotel Posada Hidalgo.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Cerocahui
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Cerocahui

      After a leisurely breakfast at Hotel Posada Hidalgo, depart from El Fuerte at 9:00 AM to El Fuerte Train Station. Board the Chihuahua al Pacifico Railroad train on a 5-hour ride through the Copper Canyon on the famous EL Chepe. The tram on this leg of the trip ascends from sea level to 5,000ft elevation. Views are gorgeous for the entire trip. 

      Train Schedule: Depart EL Fuerte 10:20AM. Arrive at Bahuichivo TS at 2:25 PM

      The train station stop is Bahuichivo where travelers will depart from El Chepe and board a van for a short ride to the Valley of Cerocahui. Choices for sightseeing will be presented to travelers, including, but not limited to a boarding school for Tarahumara girls, Mission Church and gorgeous waterfall before dinner at Hotel Mision.  An exquisite Balderrama wine tasting experience may be reserved before dinner at Hotel Mirador. 

  • Day 4 Day 4: El Divisadero
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: El Divisadero

      After breakfast at Hotel Mision, depart at 8:00 AM to Urique Canyon Overlook (7,000 ft); the deepest and most expansive view of the canyon on this itinerary. Return to Hotel Mision for check out; continue by land transfer to the rim of the Copper Canyon and Hotel Mirador on the Rim. Travelers will learn the remarkable, legacy of the Tarahumara; their intact culture and art. A basket-weaving demonstration will be presented before dinner at Hotel Mirador.

  • Day 5 Day 5: El Divisadero
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: El Divisadero

      After breakfast at Hotel Mirador, depart at 9:00 AM to Copper Canyon Adventure Park. Travelers will experience different canyon views from Divisadero. Optimal activities at the park are offered at additional cost, i.e.; Ziplining, cable car, rock among other events. 

  • Day 6 Day 6: El Divisadero
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: El Divisadero

      Today is the day to experience cultural interaction with the Tarahumara and numerous opportunities to continue to explore the canyon and to enjoy the gorgeous views and special events at Hotel Mirador. 

  • Day 7 Day 7: El Fuerte
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: El Fuerte

      After breakfast at Hotel Mirador, depart at 9:00 AM to Divisadero Train Station. Board El Chepe for a 7 1/2 hour journey through the Sierra Madre Mountain descending from 8,000 ft to sea level. Travel through most of the 86 tunnels and 39 bridges of the route. 

      Train Schedule: Depart Divisadero Train Station at 9:55 AM. Arrive El Fuerte Train Station at 3:35 PM

      Travelers will disembark at El Fuerte Train Station for an afternoon in El Fuerte. Stroll the historic plaza before dinner at Hotel Posada Hidalgo. 

  • Day 8 Day 8: Hermosillo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Hermosillo

      After a leisurely breakfast at Hotel Posada Hidalgo, depart at 8:00 AM, from El Fuerte to the city of Hermosillo, the capital, and largest city in the state of Sonora as well as the main economic center for the state and the region. 

  • Day 9 Day 9: Phoenix
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Phoenix

      After breakfast at HOTEL, depart at 8:00 AM from Hermosillo to Phoenix, AZ. Return home through the international border of Nogales. The expected arrival time in Phoenix may be as late as 9:00 PM due to international border crossings through Mexico and USA customs.   You may consider lodging in Phoenix tonight.  

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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