Copper Canyon by Rail
Mexico's "Grand Canyon"
Trip Description

Get on board for your train journey through the remote Copper Canyon system, the world-famous 8^th wonder of the world. This mammoth labyrinth of indescribably beautiful canyons qualifies for national park & world heritage status.

Imagine yourself riding through this immense series of canyons & ridges that encompass 25,000 square miles of rugged wilderness territory. Rivers born in the high pine forests have carved a 10,000-mile maze through spectacular steep-walled gorges into the volcanic rock of the Sierra Madre Occidental Mountain Range. Stand on a canyon rim surrounded by pine-oak woodland. Then, look over the canyon rim to see giant cactus & tropical trees such as avocado & banana trees over 5000 feet below. Watered by summer thunderstorms, the canyon country is a virtual pallet of greens highlighted by the reds & yellows of the deciduous oaks in spring, and fields of wildflowers in autumn. Check into the Mirador Hotel & enjoy all this beauty from your balcony overlooking the canyon.

Wind your way up from the Pacific Ocean through the most exciting part of the railroad, up into the heart of this scenic splendor, as you ride the historic Chihuahua al Pacífico Railroad. Built over a 90-year period, this railroad is an engineering masterpiece. The Readers' Digest has called it "the most dramatic ride in the western hemisphere." 

Visit the cave homes & ranchos of the Tarahumara Indians who have made the Copper Canyon country their home for three centuries. These proud people have retained their unique culture far better than most other native North Americans. S & S Tours works hard to ensure your visits with the Tarahumaras are sensitive, appropriate & positive for all concerned.

Would you believe the group tour packages also include all meals, train station transfers, tours, hotels & tips (except naturalist guides). Itineraries may be subject to slight changes on these tours.

Do not delay in calling us and booking your Copper Canyon adventure in one of the last remaining unspoiled wildernesses of our continent.