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Copper Canyon – Pies Ligeros
Individual or Group Itinerary
5 Days & 4 Nights
Chihuahua
Chepe Express
Chihuahua - Chepe Express - Copper Canyon
The Copper Canyon Pies Ligeros program begins in Chihuahua. During your walking tour through the city you will learn the exciting story of Pancho Villa, the hero of the Mexican Revolution. Then you will visit the Magic Town of Creel from where you will board the worldwide known Chepe Express train to reach the heart of the Sierra Tarahumara. On the edge of the Copper Canyon you will stay in a picturesque hotel created after the construction of the railway line. Here you will live the experience of meeting the indigenous communities of the region: The Tarahumaras. On your way back to Chihuahua you will visit the city of the three Cultures "Cuahutemoc"
Points of interest:
- The journey begins in the historic city of Chihuahua
- On a tour you will learn the history of the Mexican revolution
- Travel by train on one of the 10 most spectacular rail routes in the world
- Spectacular panorama of the fascinating Copper Canyon
- Nature and an original culture
- In the National Park ride with the longest zip-rider in Mexico
- Interesting perspectives on colonial Mexico
- Visit a Mennonite family
It includes:
- All transfers to and from the airport and the train station
- Train tickets for the Chepe Express
- 4 nights in hotels of various categories
- 6 meals per person as indicated in the itinerary
- All excursions and visits according to the program
- Detailed travel documentation
- Insurance with limited services
Not include:
- International or domestic flights
- Transfers, food and drinks not mentioned
- Activities marked as optional
- Individual travel insurance and personal expenses
- Tips for drivers, guides, porters, maids and waiters
Day 1
(Friday): Arrival in Chihuahua
- Arrival on your own to Chihuahua
- Welcome at the airport and transfer to the hotel
- City tour through the city of Chihuahua
- Overnight in Chihuahua
Arrival at the Chihuahua airport, welcome and transfer to the hotel in the center. During a city tour through the historic city you will discover interesting old buildings, a visit to the cathedral, the government palace with its impressive murals by Aaron Piña and the Pancho Villa hero Museum of the Mexican Revolution are included.
Overnight in Chihuahua
Day 2
Saturday: Chepe train from Chihuahua to Creel
- ✓ Breakfast
- Chepe train ride from Chihuahua to Creel
- Excursion through the forest and surroundings of Creel
- Overnight in Creel
Very early transfer from the hotel to the train station to start the journey aboard the legendary Chepe train to Creel “Gateway to the Copper Canyon”.
In the afternoon guided tour in Creel. Visit to Arareco lake and the enigmatic rock formations in the Valley of the Monks. In a short walk you will be able to appreciate the beauty of this valley composed of natural columns up to 50 meters high.
Overnight in Creel
Day 3
Sunday: Train ride with the Chepe Express from Creel to Divisadero
- ✓ Breakfast ✓ Dinner
- Transfer from the hotel to the train station
- Train ride from Crel to Divisadero
- Visit to the "Barrancas del Cobre" National Park
- Optional walk along the rim of the Copper Canyon
- Overnight in Copper Canyon
Today you will enjoy the spectacular views of the Sierra Tarahumara aboard the Chepe Express and in the “Barrancas del Cobre” National Park.
At the indicated time, your driver will be waiting for you at the hotel reception and will take you to the train station to start the journey to the heart of the Sierra Tarahumara. Between Creel and Divisadero you will cross the famous bridge “El Lazo” that will take you into the Copper Canyon enjoying fascinating views.
Arrival in Divisadero, welcome at the Divisadero train station and transfer to the hotel.
Where your guide will be waiting for you at the hotel reception to begin activities in the Copper Canyon National Park. You will visit the Balancing Rock lookout point.
In the local market you can find many handicrafts and souvenirs made by hand by the Rarámuris ladies. With your purchase you support the Tarahumara families.
Later visit to the National Park, where different outdoor activities are possible:
- Ride the longest cable car in Mexico (2,750 meters long)
- Ride the Zip Rider. A route of 2,550 meters without intermediate towers
- “Via Ferrata” – rappelling practice
- Zip lines with 7 stations
- Aerial forest or canopy
We recommend you to taste a regional dish at the “Barranco” restaurant (to be paid directly) enjoying the wonderful views that it offers to the Copper Canyon.
The afternoon is free for optional walks along the rim of the Copper Canyon. Visit a Tarahumara cave or enjoy the views of this area from your terrace.
After dinner, enjoy the wonderful tranquility of the night and the starry sky from the room’s balcony or from the hotel’s terrace.
Overnight in the Copper Canyon
Day 4
Monday: Transfer back to Chihuahua
- ✓ Breakfast ✓ Lunch
- Optional horse ride
- Transfer by road from the Copper Canyon to Chihuahua
- Visit to a Mennonite family in Cuauhtémoc
- Welcome in Chihuahua and transfer to the hotel
- Overnight in Chihuahua
From 8:00 am breakfast in the restaurant. Today you have the morning free to explore the nature and the forrest on your own. You can ride a horse or walk along the edge of the canyon.
At 13:00 hrs the driver will await for you at the hotel reception to start the trip back to Chihuahua.
On the way you cross apple and walnut orchards and the nature of the valleys with a desert air that surround the state capital are present. Optional stop in the city of the three cultures “Cuauhtémoc” to visit a Mennonite family. Arrival in Chihuahua in the afternoon.
Overnight in Chihuahua
Day 5
Tuesday: Departure flight from Chihuahua
- ✓ Breakfast
- Optional visit to the caves "Nombre de Dios"
- Transfer from the hotel to airport
The morning is free, depending on the departure time, you can take optional walks. For example, a walk to the cathedral or a guided excursion to the “Nombre de Dios” caves. This mysterious stalactite cave is located in the north of Chihuahua, on the “Cerro del Caballo” mountain.
This cave system extends over a length of 1,492 m. In the grotto you can see numerous stalactites and stalagmites of various shapes.
In order to arrange this excursion optimally, you must confirm us two days in advance.
The tour Copper Canyon Pies Ligeros ends with the transfer to the Chihuahua airport.
Book additionally
Request the supplement to travel on the CHEPE Express in First Class, which includes gourmet food on board the Urike Domo restaurant! We gladly extend the Copper Canyon -Pies Ligeros itinerary for you to visit the magical town of Batopilas or the archaeological site of Paquimé in Casas Grandes.
Program: Copper Canyon “Pies ligeros”
- From 2 people
- 5 days and 4 nights
- Start of the trip: Friday
- Does not operate from August 1st to October 4th
- Ask for 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 of Mexico for yourself? No problem! Here are some programs that you can combine with your trip!
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