The Canyon Explorer
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The Canyon Explorer tour provides you with 8 amazing fun filled days of unforgettable sights, people, places and events. The following is daily event itinerary for the Canyon Explorer tour detailing your 8 day discovery adventure.
Just the Beginning
Day 1:
Welcome!
The Canyon Adventure
Day 2:
After the arrival, you will be transferred to the Mansion Tarahumara Hotel, right on the rim of the canyon. A great location for scenic walks and exploration. One nearby spot to visit is the “La Cueva del Chino” , a cave dwelling still in use by Raramuri Indians.
“what a fantastic train ride!”
The
Septentrion Gorge
Day 3:
AM:
You have seats reserved to enjoy a spectacular vehicle excursion featuring
great overlooks and Raramuri
Indian handicrafts shopping at Piedra Volada ( The Balancing Rock), Las
Escaleras (The Ladders) and Divisadero.
Note: Although the lodge does NOT have electricity, you will not miss it, one cannot help but fall in love with the great ambiance that is created by the romantic kerosene lamps, cozy fire places, and antique wood stoves--plenty of hot water!
The Amazing Cuzarare
Day 4:
BEGINNER/Cusarare Mission: Ramble thru Raramuri country following the Cusarare stream before arriving at the Cusarare Colonial Mission, one of the oldest in the area, with fascinating architecture and decorations, a bell tower you can actually climb, and perhaps the best museum in the area, exhibiting an impressive collection of 17th and 18th century religious paintings. After visitiswing by Cueva Pintada” (Painted Cave) and take a look at the enigmatic and mysterious cave paintings. (3-4 hours plus time at the museum, 3.5 miles).
The Amazing Nature Walk.
Day 5:
Time permitting; we’ll take a short hike to the “Cave of the Crosses” an interesting and anthropologically significant former Raramuri cave dwelling.
The Cerro Gallegos Overlook
Day 6:
PM: First-class train to El Fuerte.
El Fuerte Day Tour
Day 7:
Flora & fauna / petroglyphs ( 2 hrs)
Experience this vast river and diverse bird life! Amid the verdant tropical forest on the tranquil waters of the EL Fuerte River cruise you will find an oasis of flora & fauna. A relaxed and beautiful experience, as well as a visit to the ancient Nahuatl Petroglyphs. More than 60 species of birds are frequently spotted from the boat as well as exotic flora. There are also 20 different varieties of amphibians, 87 species of reptiles and 50 types of freshwater fish.
Discover the historical and cultural aspects of El Fuerte Sinaloa. From the majestic El Fuerte River to the colonial buildings, storied streets, and legendary alleys & walkways. Discover everything from the rich Colonial history, Battles between the Spaniard conquistador and the mayo Indians, the history of the Yoreme Indian culture and religious rituals, the architectural masterpieces that enhance the colorful magical town.
Consider an extended stay!
Day 8:
Meals included: B
THANK YOU FOR TRAVELING WITH US!…
- One
person, $2,499, single occupancy.
- Two
person, $1,999 per person, double occupancy.
- Three
person, $1,799 per person, Triple occupancy.
- Four person, $1,499 per person, double occupancy
· The
services of a bilingual guide throughout your trip,
· Round-trip
first-class travel on the Chihuahua al Pacifico Railroad “Chepe”,
considered one of the most dramatic and scenic rail journeys in the world,
· All
lodging, Meals as marked, BLD
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
· All
excursions (the Three Canyons cultural and canyon rim tour at Areponápuchi,
the half-day
cultural and canyon rim tour of Cerocahui
and Cerro
Gallegos,
and
hiking around both the Sierra Lodge and Paraiso del Oso), El Fuerte full
day tour.
·
All
airport/train station/hotel transfers upon your arrival in Los Mochis, or
other.
·
A
full info package.
Not
included in trip price:
- Airfare
to and from Los Mochis, Mexico (airport code LMM), where the trip
begins,
- Tips
for trip guide,
baggage handling, hotel staff, drivers, musicians, dancers, etc. (can
be included at
your request for
your convenience)
- Personal
purchases such as souvenirs, handicrafts, snacks and alcoholic
beverages.
- Mexico
tourist card ($22
per person; normally added into the price of your airline ticket).
- Insurance
or others.
Reservation
and trip policies
· Reservations
for all trips are accepted via email or fax after your desired itinerary
and dates are selected and
confirmed.
· A
50% deposit is due at the time
of booking to hold hotel rooms, buy train tickets, etc. Final payments are
due 30 days prior to the trip
date.
· All deposits and payments are non-refundable.
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GOLDEN POLICY:
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Tour Questions, Availability & Reservations
(602) 774-1797