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Copper Canyon
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Four times larger than the Grand Canyon, Mexico's Copper Canyon is a spectacular area filled with beauty and unique cultures and traditions. Your exploration of this hidden part of Mexico begins in Tucson, Arizona. You'll then travel through the beautiful Sonora Desert to the Sea of Cortez and your hotel overlooking the San Carlos Marina in San Carlos, Mexico. Throughout much of this journey, you will feel as if you've stepped back in time as you learn about the fascinating customs of this amazing area. You'll visit the beautiful colonial city of El Fuerte, situated in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains, and enjoy a memorable show of folkloric dancing performed in traditional and colorful Mexican costumes and accessories. Visit a working pearl farm and see a demonstration of the process of cultured pearl production. You'll travel on the Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad for an amazing journey through tunnels and over bridges, as you begin your introduction to the beautiful views of the Copper Canyon. The tribal members of the Tarahumara will delight you with traditional dance, tribal games, and a foot race demonstration. You'll visit the Mennonite settlement of Cuauhtemoc before arriving in Chihuahua where you'll enjoy a city tour featuring the capitol building and the home of Pancho Villa, the famous Mexican Revolutionary.
Day 1: Arrive Tucson, Arizona
Your Copper Canyon adventure begins with a special welcome dinner - a great opportunity to meet your fellow travelers.
Day 2: Tucson - San Carlos, Mexico
Today, learn about the significance of the majestic Mission of San Xavier del Bac, known as the ‘white dove of the desert'. Cross the Mexican border near the popular city of Nogales and continue through the beautiful Sonora Desert to the Sea of Cortez. Relax and enjoy San Carlos, where the desert meets the ocean, from your hotel overlooking the beautiful San Carlos Marina. LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals.
Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 3: San Carlos
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore the best of San Carlos. You may wish to shop for ironwood carvings or take an optional half-day fishing excursion or nature cruise. Later this afternoon you may partake in an optional siesta cruise on the Sea of Cortez, followed by dinner.
Today breakfast is included.
Day 4: San Carlos - El Fuerte
Today visit a working pearl farm and learn the history of pearls from the Sea of Cortez. A demonstration of the process of cultured pearl production is infused with information about the effort to replenish the gulf with these once plentiful species. In the beautiful colonial city of El Fuerte, you will feel as if you have stepped back in time. This colorful settlement was founded by the Spaniards in 1564, and sits gracefully in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains. Before dinner, Collette guests will be treated to a memorable folkloric show.
Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 5: El Fuerte - Copper Canyon
Today you travel on the Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad for an awe-inspiring journey that will take you from sea level to almost 8,000 feet via numerous tunnels and over countless bridges in this unspoiled landscape. Your route takes in the most scenic portions of the 25,000 square miles of canyon as you wind past thrilling gorges and expansive canyonlands. You will enjoy the stunning views upon arrival at your hotel, which rests on the rim of the canyon.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 6: Copper Canyon
Experience the Tarahumara's fascinating culture when tribal members perform for you. See their traditional dance, tribal games and a foot race demonstration. Embark on a tour of the area called Divisadero; visit the small church and the balancing rock precariously positioned at the canyon's edge. Take in the spectacular views of the canyon from different locations as you learn more about this amazing area. Later you will have some leisure time to explore this beautiful region.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 7: Copper Canyon - Creel - Chihuahua
A fascinating trip through the canyon brings you to the town of Creel, one of the largest and most populated towns in the Copper Canyon, sitting 7,874 feet above sea level. Next, you visit the Mennonite settlement near Cuahtemoc where you will enjoy a homemade lunch before continuing on to Chihuahua. This afternoon meet some of the local children as you visit an orphanage which is supported by the Collette Foundation. Spend some time with the students and learn about their way of life.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 8: Chihuahua - El Paso, Texas
Embark on a tour of Chihuahua featuring the home of famous Mexican Revolutionary leader Pancho Villa, a tour of the state capitol building, and many other highlights. Later, you cross back into the United States, arriving in El Paso, Texas. Join your fellow travelers this evening for a farewell dinner.
Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 9: El Paso - Tour Ends
Your unforgettable tour experience of the Copper Canyon comes to an end, but the memories stay with you forever.
Today breakfast is included.
Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your individual experience. Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first serve basis.
Half Day Fishing Excursion $60
City: San Carlos
Don't miss this safe and adventurous fishing excursion! Your boat will be fully equipped with bait, tackle and ice. The captain and deckhand will assist with all your needs, from baiting your hook to filleting your fresh catch! Then enjoy delicious fish tacos made with the catch of the day along with soft drinks and snacks!
This excursion is a short walk from your hotel
Transportation is not included.
Please note a minimum of 6 passengers is required.
Duration: approximately 4 hour(s).
Nature Tour $40
City: San Carlos
Explore the coastline on a two hour nature tour where you will learn about the natural habitat surrounding the Sea of Cortez, where the desert meets the sea. Your tour guide will point out the rich biodiversity of ocean mammals, sea birds, desert flora and geological features. Enjoy fantastic coastal views of caves, bays and sanctuaries that can only be seen by boat. Binoculars are available and refreshments are included from purified drinking water, ice, coffee and soft drinks.
This excursion is a short walk from your hotel.
Transportation is not included.
Please note a minimum of 6 passengers is required.
Duration: approximately 2 hour(s).
Hummer Tour $50
City: Los Mochis
Become a part of the Collette Foundation with this once in a lifetime opportunity to give back to others. Visit a Tarahumara Indian Village, inaccessible by main road approximately 30 minutes from the hotel. The Tarahumara Indians are a reserved, indigenous group who are related to the Pueblos Indians of New Mexico and were driven to this area by Spanish Missionaries. A drive over rough terrain by Hummer will take you down to this wonderful valley where Tarahumara Indians farm and live. You will have the opportunity to visit the school that takes up to 80 children, purchase handcrafts made by the Indians at their local shop and visit the small chapel. If you desire, gifts of clothes, books, school materials or canned goods to the school are welcomed and appreciated.
Your transportation is included.
Please note a minimum of 4 passengers is required.
Duration: approximately 2 hour(s).
 Siesta of the Sea Cruise $70
City: San Carlos
Enjoy a "Mexican Style" siesta cruise on the waters of the "Sea of Cortez." Created millions of years ago by the San Andreas Fault, the Sea of Cortez is home to over 3,000 species of marine life and some of the world's most beautiful scenery. Enjoy the sounds of local music, the taste of fresh margaritas and the spectacular views. Relax and take in the clear turquoise water surrounded by mountains and peaks. Dinner this evening will be included after the cruise.
This excursion is a short walk from your hotel.
Transportation is not included.
Please note a minimum of 10 passengers is required.
Duration: approximately 4 hour(s).
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