Come to the fabulous Copper Canyon and see some of the most beautiful mountains in North America. Come to the mystical canyon and enter a world hidden deep within the rugged Sierra – a world forgotten by time.
Discover Copper Canyon, five times larger and one-and-a-half times deeper than the Grand Canyon. You will hike to the caves, visit the Ranchos, enjoy the Recohuata Thermal Springs and see some of the most spectacular canyon vistas en route. Explore the caves of the Tamahumaras, many of which are still inhabited by the native peoples.
This trip starts in Chihuahua, with two nights in Divisadero and three nights in Creel. We also take a two-night extension down to Batopilas. From here you can hike to the “Lost Cathedral” and explore the many sights of this unique little mining town, where time seems to have stopped at the turn of the century. This beautiful, unrivaled and historical hiking trip is sure to satisfy anyone with a thirst for adventure!
Fast Facts
• Take the famous train ride
• Explore the fascinating and haunting beauty of the canyon
• Stay in charming inns, haciendas and hotels
• Guided hikes included
• Enjoy the company of like-minded adventurous women in a small group
• Explore the old Christian missions
• Plenty of time to relax and enjoy the stark beauty of the region
Day 1 ARRIVE CHIHUAHUA CITY
Arrive in Chihuahua City and transfer to the hotel.
Day 2 CHIHUAHUA to POSADA BARRACAS B, D
5 am transfer to the train station. Depart by train to Divisadero. Breakfast on board the train, before our early afternoon arrival at Posada Barrancas, the most spectacular view in the area. Tonight’s accommodations are in the rustic Mansion Tarahumara Hotel, only 600 yards from the rim. Family-style meals are included during your stay here. The views of the three Canyons (Tararecua, Urique and Barranca del Cobre) that comprise Copper Canyon, makes Divisadero (“The Divide”) an unforgettable stop on your trip across the mountains. Optional afternoon hike.
Day 3 HIKING IN COPPER CANYON B, L, D
After breakfast, our local guide will lead the way as we descend about halfway down the canyon. Along the way, we pass Tarahumara Indian Ranchos and enjoy incredible views of Urique Canyon. After a picnic lunch, packed at the hotel, we have a chance to rest before we head back to the hotel for dinner and our overnight stay.
Day 4 DIVISADERO-BARRANCAS-CREEL B, L
You may spend the rest of the morning at the hotel, trading and shopping with the Indians, or take an optional hike along the rim on your own. At 2:25 pm we will board the train for our trip to Creel (arrival at 5PM). The Westernized lumber and mining town of Creel is the gateway to the land of the most primitive and nomadic tribe in North America, the Tarahumara Indians.
Day 5 RECOHUATA HOT SPRINGS B, boxed-L
This morning we will drive for about a half hour to the rim of the Canyon, then will hike down about 1,500 feet to the river. Swim or soak for two or three hours in hot springs and river pools filled with warm water, before we hike back up to the rim. A picnic lunch is included by the hot springs.
Day 6 CREEL—BATOPILAS B
An early morning departure to the bottom of the Canyon. Here we find Batopilas, a rich mining town founded in 1708. The scenery along the narrow, winding road alternates between cliffs, coniferous forests and dry vegetation. We stay in a beautiful old mansion for the next two nights.
Day 7 BATOPILAS
We can take a good 4 hour hike to an old mission and church, or simply relax and take in the small-town life.
Day 8 BATOPILAS
Half day hike, or relax with a day off.
Day 9 BATOPILAS– CREEL—CHIHUAHUA
Early morning transfer back to the city. We stop en route in Creel for a leisure stop. Do some last minute shopping, or have yourself a snack before getting back on the road to Chihuahua City, where we spend the last night of our tour.
Day 10 DEPARTURE
Transfer from the hotel to the airport or bus station for your return trip. This is the end of our services
