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Travel to Tucson, located in south central Arizona just 60 miles north of the Mexican border. Your tour will begin with a welcome dinner hosted by the Tour Director.

En route to San Carlos, you will visit the San Xavier del Bac Mission, built in the late 1700’s by Franciscan missionaries. The impressive church with its imposing white dome and lofty bell towers is considered by some to be the finest example of mission architecture in the United States. Lovingly restored, you will be inspired by the church’s stunning frescoes and gilt gold altar. Crossing the border at Nogales, Mexico, continue across the beautiful Sonora Desert to the Sea of Cortez. In San Carlos, your hotel is located right on the edge of the sea.

Today is a full day at leisure for you to enjoy this relaxing Mexican resort. There are plenty of activities to keep you busy or you might just choose to do nothing at all. The Hotel Plaza San Carlos is perfectly situated facing the sea.

Today you will feel as if you have stepped back in time when you visit the beautiful colonial Mexican city of El Fuerte. This colorful settlement was founded by Spanish explorers in 1564, and it sits gracefully in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains. Before dinner, you will be treated to an enchanting folkloric show.

Your tour of Mexico’s Copper Canyon will begin aboard a train operated by the Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad. The awe-inspiring rail journey will take you through countless tunnels and over expansive bridges before arriving at Posada Barrancas with its spectacular views of the canyon. A festive lunch will be served at the Posada, and then you will continue to your rustic hotel located on a scenic perch of the canyon’s rim.

Guided sightseeing will provide you with the opportunity to experience first hand the Tarahumara Indian’s fascinating culture. A group of tribal members will perform a medley of their traditional dances, and you will marvel at their tribal games and a unique foot race demonstration. The Tarahumara women are also known for their creative basket weaving skills. Touring will take you to the region named Divisadero, where you will visit the quaint, humble church, see the much photographed balancing rock, and enjoy more spectacular views of the canyon.

This morning, board the motor coach for a fascinating trip to Creel, one of the largest towns in the Copper Canyon area. The settlement of Creel stands a towering 7,874 feet above sea level in the Sierra Occidental Mountain Range. Continuing to the Mennonite settlement of Cuauhtémoc, where you will be treated to a traditional homemade lunch before finally arriving in the city of Chihuahua, an historical gem of northern Mexico.

The morning tour of Chihuahua will feature Quinta Luz, the home of the famous Mexican revolutionary leader Francisco “Pancho” Villa. You will also enjoy a tour of the Palacio de Gobierno (state capital building), which is decorated with grand murals. And you will have time to stroll the Plaza de Armas, Chihuahua’s main public square. This afternoon, you will cross the border back into the United States, arriving in El Paso, Texas early this evening. A fun and festive farewell dinner will cap this delightful day of touring.

Today you will be homeward bound following this unique tour of the scenic Copper Canyon.

Important Information

We want every participant to enjoy this tour. Therefore, it is important that you know this tour is an adventure! You will see spectacular and unrivaled scenery while experiencing the culture and heritage of a rustic region of Mexico. We have selected small, comfortable hotels for the unique locations, and some of them may be considered rustic. The Mexican rail schedules may be subject to weather conditions or unexpected delays. For your complete enjoyment, this educational and inspirational tour should be approached with a sense of adventure and flexibility.

Due to the locations of the hotels in El Fuerte and the Copper Canyon, telephone and cell phone service may not be available. However, an emergency telephone number will be provided in the event someone finds the need to make contact with you during the tour. The maximum elevation traveled to during this tour is 7,900 feet above sea level.

	Mexico's Copper Canyon Adventure Tucson, Arizona - El Paso, Texas San Carlos, El Fuerte, the Copper Canyon and Chihuahua, Mexico 9-day tour, including 1 night in Tucson, El Fuerte, Chihuahua & El Paso and 2 nights in San Carlos & the Copper Canyon The Incomparable Copper Canyon, Mexico Four times larger than the Grand Canyon, Mexico's Copper Canyon is a spectacular region filled with natural beauty and unique cultures and traditions. Exploration of this “hidden” part of Mexico begins in Tucson, Arizona. En route to San Carlos, Mexico, visit the Mission of San Xavier del Brac. Cross the border at Nogales and travel through the beautiful Sonora Desert to your beachfront resort hotel in San Carlos. Step back in time visiting the colorful colonial city of El Fuerte (founded by the Spanish in 1564), situated in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains. Enjoy a festive and memorable folkloric show. Travel into the Copper Canyon aboard the Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad. The amazing rail journey will wind its way through countless tunnels and over soaring bridges before arriving at Posada Barrancas with its amazing views of the canyon. Members of the Tarahumara tribe will delight you with traditional dance and tribal games. Visit the small church at Divisadero. Continue to Creel, a charming town perched in the mountains. Visit the Mennonite settlement of Cuauhtemoc for a home-cooked luncheon before arriving in Chihuahua. In Chihuahua, visit the home of the Mexican Revolutionary leader, Pancho Villa, and the state capital. Crossing back into the U.S., the tour concludes in El Paso, Texas. <Photos: Top, Copper Canyon - Bottom Right, Copper Canyon Train> Copyright © Travel 'N' Tours, Inc. Tour Code CY1A03-04
	Detailed Daily Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive Tucson, Arizona Travel to Tucson, located in south central Arizona just 60 miles north of the Mexican border. Your tour will begin with a welcome dinner hosted by the Tour Director. Day 2: Tucson – San Carlos, Mexico En route to San Carlos, you will visit the San Xavier del Bac Mission, built in the late 1700’s by Franciscan missionaries. The impressive church with its imposing white dome and lofty bell towers is considered by some to be the finest example of mission architecture in the United States. Lovingly restored, you will be inspired by the church’s stunning frescoes and gilt gold altar. Crossing the border at Nogales, Mexico, continue across the beautiful Sonora Desert to the Sea of Cortez. In San Carlos, your hotel is located right on the edge of the sea. Day 3: San Carlos Today is a full day at leisure for you to enjoy this relaxing Mexican resort. There are plenty of activities to keep you busy or you might just choose to do nothing at all. The Hotel Plaza San Carlos is perfectly situated facing the sea. Day 4: San Carlos – El Fuerte Today you will feel as if you have stepped back in time when you visit the beautiful colonial Mexican city of El Fuerte. This colorful settlement was founded by Spanish explorers in 1564, and it sits gracefully in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains. Before dinner, you will be treated to an enchanting folkloric show. Day 5: El Fuerte – Copper Canyon Your tour of Mexico’s Copper Canyon will begin aboard a train operated by the Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad. The awe-inspiring rail journey will take you through countless tunnels and over expansive bridges before arriving at Posada Barrancas with its spectacular views of the canyon. A festive lunch will be served at the Posada, and then you will continue to your rustic hotel located on a scenic perch of the canyon’s rim. Day 6: Copper Canyon Guided sightseeing will provide you with the opportunity to experience first hand the Tarahumara Indian’s fascinating culture. A group of tribal members will perform a medley of their traditional dances, and you will marvel at their tribal games and a unique foot race demonstration. The Tarahumara women are also known for their creative basket weaving skills. Touring will take you to the region named Divisadero, where you will visit the quaint, humble church, see the much photographed balancing rock, and enjoy more spectacular views of the canyon. Day 7: Copper Canyon – Creel – Chihuahua This morning, board the motor coach for a fascinating trip to Creel, one of the largest towns in the Copper Canyon area. The settlement of Creel stands a towering 7,874 feet above sea level in the Sierra Occidental Mountain Range. Continuing to the Mennonite settlement of Cuauhtémoc, where you will be treated to a traditional homemade lunch before finally arriving in the city of Chihuahua, an historical gem of northern Mexico. Day 8: Chihuahua – El Paso, Texas The morning tour of Chihuahua will feature Quinta Luz, the home of the famous Mexican revolutionary leader Francisco “Pancho” Villa. You will also enjoy a tour of the Palacio de Gobierno (state capital building), which is decorated with grand murals. And you will have time to stroll the Plaza de Armas, Chihuahua’s main public square. This afternoon, you will cross the border back into the United States, arriving in El Paso, Texas early this evening. A fun and festive farewell dinner will cap this delightful day of touring. Day 9: El Paso – Depart for Home Today you will be homeward bound following this unique tour of the scenic Copper Canyon. Important Information We want every participant to enjoy this tour. Therefore, it is important that you know this tour is an adventure! You will see spectacular and unrivaled scenery while experiencing the culture and heritage of a rustic region of Mexico. We have selected small, comfortable hotels for the unique locations, and some of them may be considered rustic. The Mexican rail schedules may be subject to weather conditions or unexpected delays. For your complete enjoyment, this educational and inspirational tour should be approached with a sense of adventure and flexibility. Due to the locations of the hotels in El Fuerte and the Copper Canyon, telephone and cell phone service may not be available. However, an emergency telephone number will be provided in the event someone finds the need to make contact with you during the tour. The maximum elevation traveled to during this tour is 7,900 feet above sea level.
	Sacred Sites & Holy Places of Christendom TUCSON: Mission of San Xavier del Brac COPPER CANYON: Church of Divisadero
	Special Notes: Pricing of a tour is always determined by three factors – 1) dates of travel; 2) number of participants and number of Tour Host Benefits required; 3) and, special features and sites that may be added to the itinerary at your request. Generally, breakfast and dinner are included every day on “group exclusive” tours. However, some dinners may not be included should you join a standard, regularly scheduled tour departure. Please contact Travel ‘N’ Tours for further information regarding a “group exclusive” or regularly scheduled tour departure. Masses, prayer services, lectures, and special events can be added to any itinerary.