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Copper Canyon Adventure
9 Day Escorted Trip
9 Day Escorted Trip
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.
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 nature cruise. Later this
afternoon you may partake in an optional siesta cruise on the Sea of Cortez,
followed by dinner.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 nature cruise. Later this
afternoon you may partake in an optional siesta cruise on the Sea of Cortez,
followed by dinner.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Contact Donna
888-339-4400
groupspecialist@hotmail.com
888-339-4400
groupspecialist@hotmail.com
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