11 Day Copper Canyon: Mexico & Tucson - Thursday Departure
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Tucson, AZ
End City:
Tucson, AZ
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Tour Length:
11 days
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Tour Itinerary
Alamos , El Fuerte , San Carlos , Tucson, AZ
DAY 1, Thursday - Arrive in Tucson
Arrive in Tucson. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 5 PM
Overnight: Tucson
DAY 2, Friday - 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. After a long drive, arrive at the archaeological site of Paquime, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. View the maze-like adobe remnants and the ceremonial mounds. Walk by the House of the Cross, believed to be a temple and observatory, and the House of the Serpent. Visit with potters from the village of Mata Ortiz before continuing to the hotel*May experience delays at border crossing
Overnight: Nuevos Casas Grandes
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3, Saturday - Chihuahua
Travel to the city of Chihuahua, capital of the State, which played a pivotal role in the Mexican revolution. Arrive in the afternoon and tour the downtown "Centro Histórico", viewing Plaza de Armas, cathedral and State Capital Building with its impressive murals depicting the local history
Overnight: Chihuahua City
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Sunday - Travel to Posadas Barrancas
This morning, tour the Historical Museum of the Mexican Revolution, once the home of the revolutionary Pancho Villa. Drive to Posadas Barrancas on the rim of the Copper Canyon, stopping for lunch en route. Arrive at the hotel for dinner and overnight
Overnight: Posadas Barrancas
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5, Monday - 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, visit the rim of the Copper Canyon. Board the aerial tram* that takes you across the canyon, descending almost 4,500 feet into the center to experience its grandeur. The rest of the day is spent exploring this area. Learn about the geological forces that created the seven individual canyons, collectively known as the Copper Canyon or Barrancas del Cobre*Due to local conditions, the order of sightseeing might be altered. Details will be provided locally by your Tour Manager
Overnight: Posadas Barrancas
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Tuesday - Scenic Train Ride
Depart Posadas Barrancas aboard a railcar and begin the journey on the Chihuahua al PacÃfico railroad. Descend into the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains to El Fuerte, traveling from almost 7,500 feet to sea level, while passing through numerous tunnels and over soaring bridges with panoramic views
Overnight: El Fuerte
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Wednesday - Navojoa, Travel to Alamos
Today, depart El Fuerte and head to the native Mayo village of Navojoa. 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. Next, travel through the farmlands of the Sierra Madre mountains to the town of Alamos. Dinner tonight is highlighted by a music and dance cultural presentation
Overnight: Alamos
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8, Thursday - 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. After lunch, travel through the rich farmlands of Sonora before arriving in San Carlos for dinner and overnight
Overnight: San Carlos
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Friday - Cruise on the Sea of Cortez, Pearl Farm
Board a private boat this morning for a scenic cruise on the Sea of Cortez. Conditions permitting, you may see turtles, pelicans, dolphins, or even sea lions. Then, take a tour of the Guaymas Pearl Farm. Learn about the specialized art of pearl oyster farming, grading, and quality selection. Afterward, continue to Mirador, a viewpoint over the Sea of Cortez. Return to the hotel. Spend the afternoon at leisure before dinner tonight
Overnight: San Carlos
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 10, Saturday - 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 colonial Cathedral and the Government Palace, decorated with multicolored murals portraying the history of the Sonoran region. Continue through the Sonoran Desert before you re-enter the USA through Nogales, Arizona. Arrive in Tucson and check into the hotel
Overnight: Tucson
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 11, Sunday - Return Home
Transfer independently to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Passport information for all passengers must be submitted before documents can be issued.
Passengers arriving on day 1 should select flights that arrive no later than 5 PM.
For arrival and departure on North America packages with US gateways, transfers are not included with Air & Land packages nor available on an optional basis. See Trip Preparation -> Arrival & Departure for more information regarding options to transfer to your hotel.
Accommodation Details:
Accommodations in Alamos will be in either La Mansión, Casa Encantada or Luz del Sol.
Triple rooms consist of two double/queen beds for three persons; where available, a fee may be charged by the hotel for the addition of a cot/rollaway.
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DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Tucson Airport
This tourist class hotel is a fifteen minute drive from downtown Tucson.
Hotel Hacienda
This budget class hotel is located in the city of Nuevo Casas Grandes, located in the remote region of Chihuahua.
Hotel Hacienda
This budget class hotel is located in the city of Nuevo Casas Grandes, located in the remote region of Chihuahua.
Hotel Hacienda
This budget class hotel is located in the city of Nuevo Casas Grandes, located in the remote region of Chihuahua.
Los Cedros Hotel Inn
This tourist class hotel is located in the city of Nuevo Casas Grandes, in the remote region of Chihuahua.
Los Cedros Hotel Inn
This tourist class hotel is located in the city of Nuevo Casas Grandes, in the remote region of Chihuahua.
Courtyard by Marriott Chihuahua
This first class hotel is located in the city of Chihuahua.
Hotel Mirador
This deluxe hotel has magnificent views of Copper Canyon.
Posada Del Hidalgo Hotel
This superior tourist class hotel is located in the city of El Fuerte.
Posada Del Hidalgo Hotel
This superior tourist class hotel is located in the city of El Fuerte.
Posada Del Hidalgo Hotel
This superior tourist class hotel is located in the city of El Fuerte.
Hotel Torres del Fuerte
This superior tourist class hotel is situated in the city of El Fuerte.
Hotel Torres del Fuerte
This superior tourist class hotel is situated in the city of El Fuerte.
Hotel Torres del Fuerte
This superior tourist class hotel is situated in the city of El Fuerte.
Hotel Torres del Fuerte
This superior tourist class hotel is situated in the city of El Fuerte.
La Mansión, Casa Encantada or Luz del Sol
These tourist class hotels are located in the town of Alamos.
Marinaterra Hotel & Spa
This superior tourist class hotel is located in San Carlos Nuevo Guaymas, nearby the Marina San Carlos.
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Tucson Airport
This tourist class hotel is a fifteen minute drive from downtown Tucson.
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