El Paso to Chihuahua
The odyssey begins as you arrive in Chihuahua and transfer to the Hotel San Francisco or similar. We will arrange transportation from El Paso. (Buses leave every hour)
Chihuahua to Creel
The adventure begins in earnest as you board the "ChePe" first class train at 6:00 am, bound for Creel. The scenery gradually changes from a dry and relatively flat desert landscape to one of scenic canyons and mountains as the train climbs from an elevation of 4,600 feet to more than 8,000 to cross the Continental Divide. Upon arriving in Creel, take a local tour of the city, Mission, Indian Caves, and the Lake Area before checking into your hotel. Creel is the shopping center and trading center for the region, offering everything from hand made musical instruments to pottery and jewelry. Creel is also the tourism center of the region, with optional trips to the famous Cusarare waterfall, Basihuare Canyon and Mission, La Bufa Canyon, Recohuata Thermal Springs, and the highly recommended two-day extension to Batopilas - a thrilling journey to the bottom of the canyon.
Note: If you are interested in extending your already magnificent journey by traveling to canyon floor please
click here for information about the
Batopilas Extension.
Creel to Divisadero
After breakfast, you have time to do some shopping and sightseeing before catching the 11:26 am train to Divisadero. Upon arriving in Divisadero, transfer to the famous Mansion Tarahumara Hotel. The lodge is situated near the rim of the mighty Urique Canyon, providing wonderful views that extend for miles. Amenities include an indoor pool, hot tub, and dining room. Optional side trips include canyon tours, horseback riding, jeep tours and helicopter rides. We recommend upgrading to the Posada Mirador Hotel, which is situated on the rim of the canyon. (Dinner)
Divisadero to Bahuichivo/ Cerocahui
Following lunch, you re-board the ChePe train for a short but extremely scenic train ride to Bahuichivo, the jumping off spot for passengers heading to Cerocahui - the most beautiful mountain village in the state. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Bahuichivo/ Cerocahui to Los Mochis
Following breakfast, you go on a morning tour of Cerocahui and the Gallego mountains. After lunch, you re-board the ChePe for the incredible trip down the mountain. This portion of the trip is undoubtedly the most scenic, as you descend nearly 5300 feet through rugged mountains and deep canyons. Keep your camera handy - you will need it. The train is scheduled to arrive in Los Mochis at 10:25 pm. You will be transferred to the Plaza Inn or Santa Anita upon arrival. (Breakfast & Lunch)
Los Mochis
The tour comes to a close as you are transferred to the airport for your trip home and we say “adios!”
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