FLY OVER THE COPPER CANYONS VIP
Sonora
05 Days / 04 Nights
Not only will you see the spectacular views offered by the world famous CHEPE train, but you will also observe the impressive Barrancas from above, the only way to truly observe the Barrancas in all its extension and beauty.
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DAY 01. CHIHUAHUA
Arrival to the Chihuahua airport where will be received per our staff and will be transfer to your hotel. Your trip documents that contain hotel coupons, train tickets and itinerary will be in the hotel front desk; please ask for them when checking in at the hotel at your arrival. Later (the hour of your tour will be fixed upon arrival) will enjoy a guided tour of the main points of interest of the city visiting the Pancho Villa Museum (closed on Mondays), the Government Palace and their descriptive murals of the state history. The Cathedral, the Colonial Aqueduct and the residential zone.
Lodging: Ramada Encore Hotel or similar / subject to availability
*Please consider the following hotel hours: Check-in at 3:00 pm and Checkout at 12:00 pm.
*The states of Chihuahua and Sinaloa have “mountain zone” hours, please set your clock one hour earlier than the rest of the country.
DAY 02. CHIHUAHUA-OVERFLIGHT OF COPPER CANYON - CREEL
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer at 7:00 am to the airport where your flight captain will be waiting for you for your Chihuahua sky adventure and Copper Canyon Overflight. The flight will take you to enjoy the views of the canyons: Tararecua, Del Cobre and Urique, to arrive at El Divisadero where we will make several passes over the hotels and the Adventure Park for photographs. Return to Campos Mennonites in the city of Cuauhtémoc where your tour guide will be waiting for your transfer by road to Creel. On the way we will visit the Mennonite Community in the city of Cuauhtémoc (closed on Sundays) where we will enjoy a traditional snack (light meal included) based on Mennonite cheese, cold meats, pickles, bread, crackers, jam; all this elaborated and served by Mennonites. Note: If the date falls on a Sunday, the included meal will be exchanged to a local restaurant served by Mennonites. After our interesting visit we will continue to Creel. Upon arrival you will enjoy a walk around Creel visiting the Arareco Lake, the Valley of Mushrooms and Frogs (rock formations), the old Jesuit Mission of San Ignacio (Tarahumara church) and a cave inhabited by Tarahumaras. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy this picturesque Tarahumara “Magical Town”.
Lodging: Quinta Mision Hotel or similar / subject to availability.
DAY 03. CREEL- DIVISADERO BARRANCAS
This morning at 10:30 hrs your local driver will contact you in the hotel reception for road transportation to the Divisadero (approximately an hour’s drive). At the arrival; visit the Copper Canyon Adventure Park that’s its located in the area and where you can visit the different viewpoints, Piedra Volada viewpoint, challenge your adventurous spirit on the suspension bridge that crosses a small canyon, ride the cable car and have free time to go zip lining, Via Ferrata or Zip Ryder (optional – not included), or simply buy beautiful Tarahumara handicrafts (lunch included) in the hotel dining room with a breathtaking view of the canyon. Then enjoy the Tarahumara sunset (Dinner included) at the hotel.
Lodging: Divisadero Hotel or similar / subject to availability.
DAY 04. DIVISADERO BARRANCAS - EL FUERTE
Breakfast included at the hotel. Please go directly to the train station to board the Chepe Express tourist class train at 7:30 am to the colonial city of El Fuerte. Enjoy the most interesting part of the train ride as you cross several bridges and tunnels that adorn the breathtaking views that the Sierra Madre Mountains offer. Arrival in El Fuerte “Magic Town” at 3:05 pm where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon; walk through the cobblestone streets, visit its colonial church, the municipal palace, the market, the local museum, also take a relaxing walk along the banks of the river that crosses by the side of your hotel or simply enjoy the beautiful facilities of your hotel. We also recommend that you delight your palate with delicious seafood dishes offered by the various local restaurants or your own hotel; our recommendation: ¡Cauque or river prawns!
Lodging: La Choza Hotel or similar / subject to availability.
DAY 05. TRANSFER OUT
Transfer to Los Mochis airport, please consider two hours of transfer by road and two hours prior to registration that the airlines request.
*DOES NOT APPLY in events such as; Day of the Dead, concerts and fairs. Bridges. Etc. Check availability before booking.
NOTE:
* Flights subject to weather conditions.
* It is recommended to travel very light.
* Maximum weight per person incl. Luggage 95 kg.