Alamos
Mexican Colonial Cities
Costa Rica
Mexican Colonial Cities
Costa Rica
Each of these rail trips offers spectacular views and intercultural exchanges with the local people. Interpretive information is offered throughout the trip about the history and culture of the Indians, the fascinating history of the railroad and natural history. Some trips have additional special opportunities.
November 16-24, 1998
Batopilas Canyon9 days, $1995
Journey through three of the major canyons, to the remote bottom of Batopilas Canyon and its historic silver mining town. The road to Batopilas is said to be the most spectacular drive in North America. If you love adventure and want spectacular canyon vistas, this is your trip.
November 16-25, 1999 for $2095
February 16-23, 1999
Rail Fans Trip
8 days, $1975
Highlights are railroad history, a visit to an operations yard, the retired steam locomotives of a working sugar factory, and riding to Chihuahua City aboard the world famous Chihuahua al Pacífico. If you love trains, this is the trip of a lifetime.
March 19-26, 1999
Spring Adventure8 days, $1895
Spring in the Copper Canyon means fantastic weather and the woodlands turning from gold to orange to green. Lowland hillsides are colored by tropical trees in bloom.
July 6-13, 1999
Budget Summer Adventure8 days, estimated price $1495
Our normal first-class trip, with some extra opportunities for walking in the Sierra Madre woodlands and forests -- a great way to really know this diverse area. Take advantage of off-season rates. The mountain temperatures are delightful. Summer in the Canyon is the greenest and most relaxed time of the year. Note: This trip begins and ends in Los Mochis.
September 21-28, 1999
Fall Adventure8 days, $1895
Green and vibrant following the summer rains, the waterfalls are spectacular, annual flowers bloom at every turn. Birders will appreciate the many exciting birds that call this part of Mexico home.
Optional extra day on Topolobampo Bay, the Sea of Cortez for an additional $200.
COPPER CANYON - BATOPILAS CANYON
November 16-24, 1998 and November 16-25, 1999
SOME UNIQUE FEATURES OF THIS TRIP
- More Canyon vistas than any other trip this year
- Includes two nights at the bottom of Batopilas Canyon
- Batopilas mining history as the silver capital of the 1880s
- One whole day in the tropical colonial town of El Fuerte
Itinerary Remember--FLEXIBILITY and a sense of adventure is the key in Mexico, especially on this trip as we are in a remote area in Batopilas.
*We will take opportunities all along the trip to talk about the history and culture of the Indians, the fascinating history of the railroad and natural history.
Day l - Fly to Los Mochis; Bus to El Fuerte; Hotel Posada Hidalgo, El Fuerte.
Day 2 - Historic Walking Tour; Hotel Posada Hidalgo, El Fuerte.
Day 3 - Train Ride Through the Copper Canyon; The Lodge at Creel, Best Western.
Day 4 - Bus Ride Through 3 Canyons to Batopilas; Hotel Casa Real de Los Mineros, Batopilas.
Day 5 - Shephard Hacienda Ruins Tour and Tour of the Lost Cathedral; Hotel Casa Real de Los Mineros, Batopilas.
Day 6 - Return to Creel and Tour of Cuzárare; The Lodge at Creel, Best Western.
Day 7 - Rail Journey to Divisadero Area; Hotel Posada Mirador on the Rim.
Day 8 - Tarahumara Indian Races and Dances; Return to Los Mochis; Hotel Santa Anita.
Day 9 - Return to Tucson.
PRICE: $1995.00 per person double occupancy. The price includes round-trip airfare from Tucson, meals, lodging, first-class train tickets, transfers, tours and some tips.
November 16-25, 1999 for $2095COPPER CANYON RAIL FAN TRIP
February 16-23, 1999
"We consider this the trip of a lifetime!"
SOME UNIQUE FEATURES OF THIS TRIP
- Special Interviews with railroad personnel
- Riding the ChP Railroad ALL THE WAY from El Fuerte to Chihuahua!
- Seeing ALL 86 TUNNELS and 39 BRIDGES in 350 miles!
- Visiting the RAILROAD OPERATIONS CENTER in Chihuahua!
- Touring the SUGAR CANE FACTORY and their steam engines in Los Mochis!
ITINERARY (Remember--In Mexico FLEXIBILITY is the key!)
*We will take opportunities all along the trip to talk about the history and culture of the Indians, the fascinating history of the railroad and natural history.
This tour is particularly enjoyable for rail fans, but the fabulous scenery and the Tarahumara Indians make the trip enjoyable for non-rail fans as well.
Day l - Fly to Los Mochis; Hotel Santa Anita.
Day 2 - Sugar Cane Factory Operations and Steam Engines, or City Tour; Bus to Colonial El Fuerte; Hotel Posada Hidalgo.
Day 3 - Train Trip Through Copper Canyon; Hotel Posada Mirador on the Rim.
Day 4 - Indian Races and Dances; Hotel Posada Mirador on the Rim.
Day 5 - Train Trip to Creel; The Lodge at Creel, Best Western.
Day 6 - Bus Tour of Tarahumara Indian Country; Train Journey to Chihuahua; Hotel Villa Suites, Chihuahua.
Day 7 - Historic City Tour (including Pancho Villa's Home); Railroad Operations Center Tour; Hotel Villa Suites, Chihuahua.
Day 8 - Fly Home.
Price: $1975 per person double occupancy. A single supplement sometimes is available. The price includes round-trip air fare from Tucson, all meals, lodging, first-class train tickets, transfers, tours and some tips.
MEXICO'S COPPER CANYON SPRING ADVENTURE
March 19-26, 1999SOME UNIQUE FEATURES OF THIS TRIP
- Fantastic spring weather
- The madrean oak woodland "autumn" colors
- Tour to the Rim of Urique Canyon (the deepest canyon in the system)
- Visit to an Indian Boarding School
ITINERARY*--Flexibility and a sense of adventure is the key in Mexico!
*We will take opportunities all along the trip to talk about the history and culture of the Indians, the fascinating history of the railroad and natural history.
Day l - Fly to Los Mochis from Tucson; Hotel Santa Anita, Los Mochis.
Day 2 - Copper Canyon Train Trip to Bahuichivo; Hotel Misión.
Day 3 - Bus Tour to Urique Canyon; Hotel Misión, Cerocahui.
Day 4 - Cerocahui Waterfall; Copper Canyon train trip to Creel; Hotel Cascada Inn.
Day 5 - Bus Tour of Tarahumara Indian Country; Hotel Cascada Inn.
Day 6 - Train Ride to Divisadero; Hotel Posada Mirador on the Rim.
Day 7 - Tarahumara Indian Races and Dances; Train ride through the Canyon to El Fuerte; Hotel Posada Hidalgo, El Fuerte.
Day 8 - Return Home.
PRICE: $1895 per person double occupancy. A single supplement is sometimes available. The price includes round-trip airfare from Tucson, meals, lodging first-class train tickets, transfers, tours and some tips.
MEXICO'S COPPER CANYON BUDGET SUMMER TRIP
July 6-13, 1999SOME UNIQUE FEATURES OF THIS TRIP
- Less croded time of year in the Canyon
- Opportunities to walk this scenic country
- Lush vegetation and spontaneous waterfalls (great photos!)
ITINERARY*--(Remember--In Mexico FLEXIBILITY is the key!)
*We will take opportunities all along the trip to talk about the history and culture of the Indians, the fascinating history of the railroad and natural history. Optional day walks are easy to moderate difficulty, with the highest elevation we stay at being 7900 ft. The weather is comfortable in the Canyon in the summer due to the rainy season and the ft. elevations. Summer in the Canyon is the greenest and most relaxed time of the year.
Note: Our entry city, Los Mochis, Sinaloa, is 500 miles below the border of Nogales, Arizona, and Nogales, Mexico. First class buses with movies, air conditioning and bathrooms leave several times a day from Nogales, Mexico, for Los Mochis. The round-trip fare is about $50.00. Tucson or Phoenix both have daily flights into Los Mochis. The round-trip airfare is around $250.00.
Day 1 - Meet in Los Mochis; Hotel Santa Anita, Los Mochis.
Day 2 - Copper Canyon Train Trip to Bahuichivo; Hotel Misión, Cerocahui.
Day 3 - Bus Tour to Urique Canyon; Walk to Cerocahui Waterfall; Hotel Misión, Cerocahui.
Day 4 - Copper Canyon Train Trip to Creel; The Lodge at Creel, Best Western.
Day 5 - Bus Tour of Tarahumara Indian Country; The Lodge at Creel, Best Western.
Day 6 - Train Ride to Divisadero; Hotel Posada Mirador on the Rim.
Day 7 - Tarahumara Indian Races & Dances; Train Ride Through the Canyon to Los Mochis; Hotel Santa Anita, Los Mochis.
Day 8 - Return Home.PRICE: 1999 estimated price is $1495 per person double occupancy. A single supplement is sometimes available. The price includes lodging, meals, first-class train tickets, all transfers, tours and some tips. Transportation to and from Los Mochis is not included.
COPPER CANYON FALL ADVENTURE
8-day tour -- September 21-28, 1999 (optional extra day through the 29th)September in the Sierra Madre brings fields of wildflowers, lush green hillsides and the beginning of the harvest season. The summer monsoon thunderstorms have gone, leaving the landscape refreshed and vibrant. Spectacular photo opportunities.
This 8-9 day trip will emphasize the natural history of the Copper Canyon region. From the tropical lowlands to the high pine forests, we will sample the diverse habitats this incredible area has to offer. The abundance of exciting birds will especially appeal to birders. A naturalist accompanies this tour.
Informal yet in-depth interpretation will be provided throughout the trip.
ITINERARY (Remember--In Mexico FLEXIBILITY is the key!)
*We will take opportunities all along the trip to talk about the history and culture of the Indians, the fascinating history of the railroad and natural history.
Day l - Fly to Los Mochis from Tucson.
Day 2 - Copper Canyon Train Trip to Divisadero Area; Hotel Posada Mirador on the Canyon Rim.
Day 3 - Tarahumara Indian Races and Dances; Train Ride to Creel; The Lodge at Creel, Best Western.
Day 4 - Bus Tour of Tarahumara Indian Country; A Walk to Cusárare Falls; The Lodge at Creel, Best Western.
Day 5 - Train Ride to Bahuichivo; Hotel Misión, Cerocahui.
Day 6 - Bus Tour to Urique Canyon; Hotel Misión, Cerocahui.
Day 7 - Hike to Cerocahui Falls; Train Ride through the Canyon to El Fuerte (stopping at Posada Hidalgo, El Fuerte, for those opting for the extra day), & Los Mochis, Hotel Santa Anita.
Day 8 - Fly home from Los Mochis. For those opting for the extra day: Historic Walk in El Fuerte; Afternoon Yacht Tour on Topolobampo Bay; Hotel Santa Anita, Los Mochis.
Day 9 - Fly Home.
Price: $1895.00 per person double occupancy. A single supplement sometimes is available. The price includes round-trip air fare from Tucson, all meals, lodging, first-class train tickets, transfers, tours and some tips. Optional extra day on Topolobampo Bay, the Sea of Cortez, for an additional $200.
ALAMOS
October 29 - November 4, 1998
and October 29 - November 4, 1999
- Natural and Colonial History
- Day of the Dead Celebrations
- Mayo Indians
Experience the unique old-world charm of Mexico's northernmost colonial city. This trip is for people who appreciate natural history, Mayo Indians, and colonial history. A special treat is the annual Day of the Dead celebrations. Birders will especially love birding on the Cuchajaki River and in the tropical deciduous forest.
ITINERARY (Remember--In Mexico FLEXIBILITY is the key!)
*We will take opportunities all along the trip to talk about the history and culture of the Indians, colonial history and natural history.
Day 1 - Travel Day -- Tucson to Navojoa; Hotel del Río, Navojoa.
Day 2 - Estuary Boat Trip; Hotel Rancho Acosta, Alamos.
Day 3 - Historic City Tour; Tour to Original Silver Site Area, Aduana.
Day 4 - Mayo Indian Village of Teachive.
Day 5 - Day of the Dead Celebrations.
Day 6 - The Cuchajaki River.
Day 7 - Travel to Tucson.
PRICE: $1595 per person, double occupancy. A single supplement is sometimes available. The price includes meals, lodging, all transfers, tours and some tips. Transportation in a comfortable 15-passenger van to and from Alamos is included. 1999 price is $1695.
MEXICO'S COLONIAL CITIES
Two Companion Tours Choose either tour, or both tours at a bargain price.
Guadalajara, Morelia and Patzcuaro
February 28 - March 9, 1999
10-days for $1965
Guadalajara, San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato
March 6 - March 15, 1999
10-days for $1965
A special bargain: both colonial cities trips (16 days) for $3075 (a savings of $855/person).
MEXICO'S COLONIAL CITIES
This enchanting trip offers the wonderful variety of historical colonial cities, small colorful folk art villages with centuries-old traditions still alive today, and a privileged visit to the wintering sanctuary of the Monarch Butterflies. It is suitable for anyone in reasonably good health with a spirit of adventure who enjoys off-the-beaten-track places. All the hotels are first class with lots of atmosphere and amenities.
GUADALAJARA, MORELIA and PATZCUARO
February 28 - March 9, 1999
For Lovers of Folk Art, History and Butterflies
Day l - Fly to Guadalajara; Hotel De Mendoza, Guadalajara.
Day 2 - Historic Walking Tour of Guadalajara; Bus to Morelia; Hotel Virrey de Mendoza, Morelia.
Day 3 - Historic Tour of Morelia; Hotel Virrey de Mendoza.
Day 4 - El Rosario Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary; Hotel Virrey de Mendoza.
Day 5 - Folk Art Villages Tour; Hotel Fiesta Plaza, Patzcuaro.
Day 6 - Tour of Patzcuaro; Return to Morelia; Hotel Virrey de Mendoza, Morelia.
Day 7 - Finishing Exploring Morelia; Return to Guadalajara; Hotel de Mendoza, Guadalajara.
Day 8 - University of Guadalajara Forlkoric Ballet; Afternoon Walking Tour; Hotel de Mendoza.
Day 9 - Folk Art Villages of Tlaquepaque and Tonolá; Hotel de Mendoza.
Day 10 - Return Home.
This 10-day trip package is $1965. It includes round trip airfare (Tucson to Guadalajara), all transfers, all hotels, all meals, entrance fees and some tips. A special bargain: both colonial cities trips for $3075 (a savings of $855/person).
MEXICO'S COLONIAL CITIES
With its many contrasts, this trip has so much variety it will please everyone. From the ultra-modern city of Guadalajara, to the abandoned mining town of Pozas, with its pre-Columbian instrumental music, you will be amazed and delighted. We will visit Talavera and Palomar pottery factories, papier-mâché and glass-blowing studios. Colonial and revolutionary history will come alive in San Miguel de Allende. The hidden gem of Guanajuato is a UNESCO World Heritage city. The adventure is suitable for anyone in reasonably good health. All the hotels are first class with lots of atmosphere and amenities.
GUADALAJARA, SAN MIGUEL de ALLENDE and GUANAJUATO
March 6 - March 15, 1999
For Lovers of History, Pottery, Art and Music
Day 1 - Arrive in Guadalajara; Hotel De Mendoza, Guadalajara.
Day 2 - University of Guadalajara Forlkoric Ballet; Hotel de Mendoza.
Day 3 - Folk Art Villages of Tlaquepaque and Tonal; Hotel de Mendoza.
Day 4 - Bus to San Miguel de Allende; Hotel Posada San Francisco, San Miguel de Allende.
Day 5 - Walking tour of San Miguel de Allende; Hotel Posada San Francisco.
Day 6 - Explore Guanajuato; Hotel Posada San Francisco.
Day 7 - Visit a Talavera Pottery Factory in Dolores Hidalgo, and Baroque Frescos in Atotonilco; Hotel Posada San Francisco.
Day 8 - Mining Town of Pozos; Pre-Colombian Musical Instrument Concert; Hotel Posada San Francisco.
Day 9 - Bus to Guadalajara; Hotel de Mendoza, Guadalajara.
Day 10 - Fly Home.
This 10-day trip package is $1965. It includes round trip airfare (Tucson to Guadalajara), all transfers, all hotels, all meals, entrance fees and some tips. A special bargain: both colonial cities trips for $3075 (a savings of $855/person).
COSTA RICA NATURAL HISTORY
April 27 - May 6, 1999This trip is for those who love the natural world.
Special features that set this trip apart:
Day l - San Gildar Hotel, San José; dinner on your own).
- A private naturalist accompanies us for the entire trip.
- Travel in private, comfortable vans and charter planes in country.
- Spend 2 nights at the Tortugero National Park on the Atlantic coast (one of Costa Rica's greatest wilderness areas).
- Spend 3 nights at Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, one of the most outstanding wildlife sanctuaries in the tropics.
- Enjoy an optional day of white water rafting.
Day 2 - Van Trip to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve; Monteverde Lodge.
Day 3 - Guided Tour in the Cloud Forest Reserve; Monteverde Lodge.
Day 4 - Monteverde Butterfly Garden; Monteverde Lodge.
Day 5 - Arenal Volcano; Hotel Tilajari.
Day 6 - Tabacón Hot Springs; Hotel Tilajari.
Day 7 - Flight to Tortuguero National Park; Tortuga Lodge.
Day 8 - Tortuguero National Park; Tortuga Lodge.
Day 9 - White Water Rafting on the Reventazón River, or San José city tour; San Gildar Hotel, San José.
Day 10 - Departure for Home.
TRIP PACKAGE OF $2175 includes all land, air and water transportation in Costa Rica (except taxi to hotel), all hotels, entrance fees, guides and 22 meals. Add $700 to include round trip airfare from the U.S. to San José.
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