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Chepe Express
Trip adventure along the Copper Canyon
The starting point is the modern city of Los Mochis. A train trip aboard the Chihuahua al Pacífico Railway, also called "Chepe", is one of the most impressive routes you can experience. The railway line is considered a marvel of Mexican engineering due to the complexity of its tunnels and bridges that merge with the majesty of the Sierra Madre. In this program you travel twice the most spectacular section of the entire CHEPE EXPRESS train route. Los Mochis - Divisadero - El Fuerte. An endless number of canyons, rivers, waterfalls, tunnels and diverse vegetation await you!
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Points of interest:
- Travel aboard the train twice the most spectacular section of the entire railway route
- From sea level to more than 2400 m through the Sierra Tarahumara
- Travel on one of the most beautiful railway lines in the world
- Enjoy a unique nature
- Experience closely the culture of the indigenous Rarámuris
- Enjoy an unforgettable view towards the imposing Copper Canyon.
- Visit the colonial city of El Fuerte, founded in 1564
It includes:
- Train tickets Chepe Express Turist class
- 3 nights in hotels of various categories
- 5 meals per person as indicated in the itinerary
- All transfers and other transportation services according to the program
- Transfers to and from the airport or train station
- Excursions and visits described in the program
- Detailed travel program
- Insurance with limited services
Not include:
- Domestic and international flights
- Transfers, meals and drinks not mentioned
- Tours mentioned as optional
- Individual travel insurance and personal expenses
- Tips for guides and drivers / waiters, maids and porters
Day 1
Friday: Los Mochis - Copper Canyon
- Arrival in Los Mochis in the morning
- Welcome and transfer to the train station in Los Mochis
- Train ride aboard the Chepe Express to Divisadero
Your adventure aboard the CHEPE EXPRESS begins in the city of Los Mochis and will take you from sea level to a height of over 2,200 m.
Shortly after El Fuerte, the train crosses the “Agua Caliente” bridge, the longest on the route and crosses the Fuerte River at 499 meters. Shortly afterwards, it crosses the longest tunnel “El Descanso”. Along the Septentrion River it ascends between the mountains entering the Sierra Madre. Throughout the journey, CHEPE crosses 86 tunnels and 39 bridges. Canyons, high cliffs, diverse vegetation and a series of waterfalls enrich the entire train route. Your stop today is the Divisadero station. Around 9:15 p.m. arrival at Divisadero Barrancas, welcome and transfer to the hotel located on the edge of the ravine with stunning views.
Overnight in the Copper Canyon
Important note: This program can only be carried out starting on Friday. The Chepe Express train has changed its schedule and no longer operates every day.
Day 2
Saturday: Copper Canyon and "Barrancas del Cobre National Park”
- ✓ Breakfast ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner
- From 7:30 am breakfast in the restaurant
- Tour to Piedra Volada and Barrancas del Cobre National Park
- Optional hike to a Tarahumara cave
- Overnight in Copper Canyon
Today we recommend getting up very early to take a walk (optional) and see the sunrise.
Guided tour at 9:00 am to the Balancing Rock, to several viewpoints where three of the largest canyons are found: Urique, Cobre and Tararecua.
You will visit the “Barrancas del Cobre National Park”, which is located in the heart of the Sierra Tarahumara, between the Posada Barrancas and Divisadero train stations.
In the National Park you will find a restaurant with a terrace and glass floor from where you can enjoy the majestic landscape. Those who like action can take mountain bike rides for beginners, intermediate and advanced.
The following outdoor activities can be done and paid directly in the Adventure Park:
- Ride on the longest cable car in Mexico (2,750 meters long) that will take you to the heart of the Copper Canyon with a view of the Urique River.
- Ride on Zip rider to 2,550-meter route without intermediate towers.
- “Via Ferrata” / Rappel
- Zip lines with 7 stations
After these unforgettable experiences, you will be taken back to the hotel to have lunch included in the program.
Free afternoon for optional walks along the shore of the Copper Canyon. Visit a Tarahumara cave, where the Rarámuris women offer travelers various handicrafts: weaving baskets, dolls or ceramics. With her purchase she supports indigenous families.
After dinner enjoy the wonderful views offered by the mountainous landscape from your balcony or from the hotel terrace.
Overnight in the Copper Canyon
Day 3
Sunday: Train ride from Divisadero to El Fuerte
- ✓ Breakfast
- At 7:30 am breakfast in the restaurant
- Train ride from Divisadero to the colonial city of El Fuerte
- Transfer from the train station in El Fuerte to the hotel
- Overnight in El Fuerte
After breakfast, you will be met at the hotel reception to take you to the train station. At 9:25 a.m. your train journey begins once again with the CHEPE EXPRESS through the spectacular Copper Canyon to El Fuerte, you will see the impressive landscape of mountains with ravines and rivers along the railroad tracks. Unique vegetation changes from pines and oaks in higher places to Amapas, cacti and shrubs in the lowlands.
At 15:05 hours, arrival at El Fuerte station, welcome and transfer to the hotel located in the old town.
Overnight in El Fuerte
Day 4
Monday: Transfer El Fuerte to Los Mochis airport
- ✓ Breakfast
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Guided visit in El Fuerte
- Transfer from the hotel in El Fuerte to the Los Mochis airport
After breakfast, guided tour of the old town, discover a set of well-preserved buildings from the Spanish colonial era and the fortress built in the 17th century overlooking “El Fuerte” river.
The Fort was founded by the Spanish Francisco de Ibarra in 1564 and is one of the most beautiful typical towns in northern Sinaloa. It is a colonial town on a walk you can appreciate the kiosk, the Municipal Palace, the House of Culture and the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (XVIII).
In 2010 El Fuerte was awarded as “Magical Town” for its beauty, culture and history.
Transfer from the hotel to Los Mochis airport. You will be driven through one of the most fertile growing regions in northern Mexico.
Additional options
Request the supplement to travel on the Chepe Express in First Class, which includes gourmet food on board the restaurant Domo-Urike! We are happy to extend the itinerary for you to visit the Magical Town of Creel or the Urique Canyon.
Program: Copper Canyon "Kuira"
- From 2 people
- 4 Days and 3 Nights
- The trip starts on Friday
- Any season of the year
- Ask about special seasonal rates
Do you have any other questions?
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Extensions to other destinations
Do you still have time and want to discover more Mexico for yourself? No problem!Here are some programs that you can combine with your trip!
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