10 Day Copper Canyon: Mexico & Tucson

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2 Tucson, 1 Nuevo Casas Grandes, 2 Posadas Barrancas, 1 El Fuerte, 1 Alamos, 2 San Carlos
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Discover the archaeological site of Paquime, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Demonstration of Mata Ortiz Pottery, one of the world's most innovative ceramics Travel on an aerial tramway that descends over 4,500 feet into the Copper Canyon Meet the Tarahumara Indians whose way of life has not changed in centuries A scenic train ride on the Chihuahua Pacifico railroad Travel to picturesque El Fuerte, the "Gateway to the Copper Canyon" Stroll the streets of the colonial city of Alamos, a designated National Monument Scenic private boat cruise on the shimmering Sea of Cortez Tour the Guaymas Pearl Farm, the first cultured pearl farm in the Americas

What's this trip about?

    2 Tucson, 1 Nuevo Casas Grandes, 2 Posadas Barrancas, 1 El Fuerte, 1 Alamos, 2 San Carlos

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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End CityOperator does not provide

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Trip includes

    • Round trip flights Los Angeles-Tucson, Tucson-Los Angeles Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 9 nights accommodations
    • 2 nights Tucson 1 night Nuevo Casas Grandes 2 nights Posadas Barrancas 1 night El Fuerte 1 night Alamos 2 night San Carlos Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage Train Chihuahua-Pacífico (El Chepe) 23 meals: 9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Services of English-speaking local guides Entrance fees per itinerary Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Wednesday - Arrive in Tucson
Arrive in Tucson. Tonight, an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM, introduces you to the exciting journey that awaits you in Mexico. After a Welcome Drink with your fellow travelers, the remainder of the evening is at leisure. We recommend th...
DAY 2, Thursday - Cross the Border into Mexico, Arrive in Nuevo Casas Grandes
Depart Tucson early in the morning on a long drive. Cross the border* into Mexico, Bienvenidos! Stop for lunch en route. Drive through parts of the Chihuahua Desert, the largest in North America. During the 14th to 15th centuries, Nuevo Casas Grandes was a major trading...
DAY 3, Friday - Nuevo Casas Grandes, Travel to Posadas Barrancas
Nuevo Casas Grandes, is home to Mexico's famous archaeological site of Paquime, undoubtedly the most important ruins in Northern Mexico, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. View the maze-like adobe remnants and the ceremonial mounds in a broad valley with panoramas ...
DAY 4, Saturday - Aerial Tram into the Copper Canyon, Tarahumara Indians
Join the interesting discussion this morning on the interpretation of the unique Tarahumara Indian arts and crafts. Then, get ready for your visit to the rim of the Copper Canyon. Board the aerial tram* that takes you across the canyon, descending almost 4,500 feet into ...
DAY 5, Sunday - Scenic Train Ride
Time to relax this morning or explore the Canyon Rim on your own. After lunch, depart Posadas Barrancas aboard a railcar and begin the astonishing journey on the Chihuahua al Pacífico railroad, considered one of the most dramatic railway journeys in the Western Hemispher...
DAY 6, Monday - Capomos, Travel to Alamos
Today, depart El Fuerte and head to the native Mayo village of Capomos. During a home visit, learn about the Mayo Indians and their culture. Witness ceremonial dances accompanied by traditional native instruments and participate in a tortilla making demonstration. Conclu...
DAY 7, Tuesday - Walking Tour in Alamos, San Carlos
Take a morning stroll in the streets of Los Alamos with a local guide who introduces you to the history of this colonial city, a designated National Monument. Its elaborate mansions, restored to their original glory, date back to a bygone era when the silver mines here w...
DAY 8, Wednesday - Cruise on the Sea of Cortez, Pearl Farm
Board a private boat this morning for a scenic cruise on the shimmering Sea of Cortez; a highlight of the day! Conditions permitting, you may see turtles, pelicans, dolphins, or even sea lions. After, take a fascinating tour of the Guaymas Pearl Farm, the first cultured ...
DAY 9, Thursday - Cross the Border into the United States
Today, depart early in the morning on a long drive. Along the way, stop at cosmopolitan Hermosillo. View the lovely colonial Cathedral and the Government Palace, decorated with multicolored murals portraying the history of the Sonoran region. Continue through the Sonora...
DAY 10, Friday - Return Home
Transfer independently to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Price per day$250
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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