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Copper Canyon

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Starting Price:	$1,549
Tour Length:	9 Days
Countries Visited:	Mexico, United States

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Escorted Tour

Tour Category:

Escorted Tour

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Collette Tours

Tour Code:

3392

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Four times larger than the Grand Canyon, Mexico's Copper Canyon is a spectacular area filled with beauty and unique cultures and traditions. Your exploration of this hidden part of Mexico begins in Tucson, Arizona. You'll then travel through the beautiful Sonora Desert to the Sea of Cortez and your hotel overlooking the San Carlos Marina in San Carlos, Mexico. Throughout much of this journey, you will feel as if you've stepped back in time as you learn about the fascinating customs of this amazing area. You'll visit the beautiful colonial city of El Fuerte, situated in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains, and enjoy a memorable show of folkloric dancing performed in traditional and colorful Mexican costumes and accessories. Visit a working pearl farm and see a demonstration of the process of cultured pearl production. You'll travel on the Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad for an amazing journey through tunnels and over bridges, as you begin your introduction to the beautiful views of the Copper Canyon. The tribal members of the Tarahumara will delight you with traditional dance, tribal games, and a foot race demonstration. You'll visit the Mennonite settlement of Cuauhtemoc before arriving in Chihuahua where you'll enjoy a city tour featuring the capitol building and the home of Pancho Villa, the famous Mexican Revolutionary. 5296Four times larger than the Grand Canyon, Mexico's Copper Canyon is a spectacular area filled with beauty and unique cultures and traditions. Your exploration of this hidden part of Mexico begins in Tucson, Arizona. You'll then travel through the beautiful Sonora Desert to the Sea of Cortez and your hotel overlooking the San Carlos Marina in San Carlos, Mexico. Throughout much of this journey, you will feel as if you've stepped back in time as you learn about the fascinating customs of this amazing area. You'll visit the beautiful colonial city of El Fuerte, situated in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains, and enjoy a memorable show of folkloric dancing performed in traditional and colorful Mexican costumes and accessories. Visit a working pearl farm and see a demonstration of the process of cultured pearl production. You'll travel on the Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad for an amazing journey through tunnels and over bridges, as you begin your introduction to the beautiful views of the Copper Canyon. The tribal members of the Tarahumara will delight you with traditional dance, tribal games, and a foot race demonstration. You'll visit the Mennonite settlement of Cuauhtemoc before arriving in Chihuahua where you'll enjoy a city tour featuring the capitol building and the home of Pancho Villa, the famous Mexican Revolutionary.

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Ask your agent for details today!Click here for terms and conditions.Four times larger than the Grand Canyon, Mexico’s sprawling Copper Canyon is an untouched land of rugged beauty, where indigenous people live as they have for centuries. Board the scenic Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad for a 400 mile journey, from sea level to almost 8,000 feet, past thrilling gorges and expansive canyonlands. You’ll get to know the region’s Tarahumara Indian culture as tribal members perform traditional dances and games.

Day 1: Arrive Tucson, Arizona - Tour Begins
Enjoy a welcome dinner where you will meet your fellow travelers.

Day 2: Tucson - San Carlos, Mexico
Learn about the significance of the majestic Mission of San Xavier del Bac, the “white dove of the desert.” Cross the Mexican border for your journey through the Sonora Desert to the Sea of Cortez. On the way you’ll learn about local crafts fashioned from ironwood, a tree found in the Sonora Desert. A carving demonstration shows how the crafts are made. Arrive at your hotel and enjoy the view overlooking the beautiful San Carlos Marina. Unwind after a rich day of sightseeing complete with a short lesson on the local language in San Carlos, where the desert meets the ocean.

Day 3: San Carlos
With a day at leisure, explore San Carlos! Stroll along its beautiful sand beaches or perhaps join an optional nature cruise on the Sea of Cortez to spot dolphins and blue-footed boobies.

Day 4: San Carlos - El Fuerte
Visit a working pearl farm and learn the history of the valuable pearls discovered in the Sea of Cortez. A demonstration on the process of cultured pearl production explains the ongoing efforts to replenish the gulf with these once plentiful species. Step back in time when you visit the beautiful colonial city of El Fuerte. This colorful settlement, founded by the Spaniards in 1564, sits gracefully in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains. Explore the courtyards and gardens of your historic hacienda hotel, hailed as the birthplace of the legendary Zorro. Before dinner, get a taste for the local flavor at a lively folkloric show.

Day 5: El Fuerte - Copper Canyon
Today travel first-class on the Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad for a journey from sea level to nearly 8,000 feet via tunnels and bridges. The result: awe-inspiring, unspoiled landscapes past thrilling gorges and expansive canyon lands. Discover incredible portions of the 25,000 square miles of canyon. Your hotel for the next two nights rests on the rim of the canyon.

Day 6: Copper Canyon
Experience the Tarahumara culture when tribal members perform for you. See their traditional dance, games and a foot race demonstration. Embark on a tour of Divisadero; visit the small church and the balancing rock at the canyon's edge. Behold spectacular views of the canyon from different vantage points and enjoy leisure time to explore this amazing region. Before dinner, learn about corn’s cultural significance during a tortilla-making demonstration.

Day 7: Copper Canyon - Creel - Chihuahua
A scenic trip through the canyon brings you to Creel, one of the largest towns in the Copper Canyon sitting 7,874 feet above sea level. Browse local shops for souvenirs. Later, visit the Mennonite Museum near Cuahtemoc and enjoy a homemade lunch while learning about the history of this German-speaking culture. Then, continue to Chihuahua, the wealthiest state in Mexico that played a pivotal role in the Mexican Revolution. This afternoon, meet some of Chihuahua’s local children when you visit an orphanage supported by the Collette Foundation. The students give you a glimpse into their daily lives. Your hotel stands mere steps from Chihuahua’s beautiful Cathedral. Tonight, dinner is accompanied by traditional guitar music, creating a warm, cultural ambience.

Day 8: Chihuahua - El Paso, Texas
Embark on a tour of Chihuahua that features the home of famous Mexican Revolutionary leader Pancho Villa and a tour of the state capitol building among the highlights. Cross back into the United States, arriving in El Paso, Texas. Tonight, toast your unforgettable Copper Canyon experience at a farewell dinner.

Day 9: El Paso - Tour Ends

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
11/7/2010 - 11/16/2010	$1,599
1/16/2011 - 1/25/2011	$1,599
1/23/2011 - 2/1/2011	$1,599
2/19/2011 - 2/28/2011	$1,599
2/26/2011 - 3/7/2011	$1,599
3/5/2011 - 3/14/2011	$1,599
3/12/2011 - 3/21/2011	$1,599
3/19/2011 - 3/28/2011	$1,599
4/3/2011 - 4/12/2011	$1,599
4/10/2011 - 4/19/2011	$1,599
4/16/2011 - 4/25/2011	$1,599
5/1/2011 - 5/10/2011	$1,549
5/29/2011 - 6/7/2011	$1,549
9/11/2011 - 9/20/2011	$1,549
9/25/2011 - 10/4/2011	$1,599
10/2/2011 - 10/11/2011	$1,599
10/9/2011 - 10/18/2011	$1,599
10/15/2011 - 10/24/2011	$1,599
10/16/2011 - 10/25/2011	$1,599
10/22/2011 - 10/31/2011	$1,599
10/29/2011 - 11/7/2011	$1,599
10/30/2011 - 11/8/2011	$1,599
11/6/2011 - 11/15/2011	$1,599
11/13/2011 - 11/22/2011	$1,599
1/15/2012 - 1/24/2012	$1,649
1/29/2012 - 2/7/2012	$1,649
2/18/2012 - 2/27/2012	$1,649
2/25/2012 - 3/5/2012	$1,649
3/4/2012 - 3/13/2012	$1,649
3/11/2012 - 3/20/2012	$1,649
3/24/2012 - 4/2/2012	$1,649
4/14/2012 - 4/23/2012	$1,649
4/21/2012 - 4/30/2012	$1,649

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Tucson, San Carlos, El Fuerte, Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad, Creel, Chihuahua, El Pas
Spend two nights overlooking the beautiful San Carlos Marina.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment in the colorful colonial settlement of El Fuerte.
Enjoy stunning views of gorges as you travel by first-class train through the spectacular Copper Canyon.
During your stop at the Mennonite Museum near Cuahtemoc, you'll enjoy a typical homemade lunch.

Free or Reduced Companion Air to Europe

Check out these last minute SAVINGS provided by our airline partners who have offered special pricing for specific tours and dates only. As a result, we're delighted to offer you FREE or reduced companion air on select tours. See list of tours for details on our last minute offer applied to that specific tour when you make your air-inclusive booking. Some restrictions may apply, please call 800-942-3301 for details.

Italian Vistas

This 13 day trip has everything you've always wanted in a trip to Italy. Enjoy multiple night stays in Rome, Florence, Venice, the Amalfi coast and Stresa in the Lakes District. Discover the treasures of Classical and Christian Rome. Walk in the footsteps on the ancients in Pompeii. See the gems of the Renaissance in Florence's Academy Gallery, including Michelangelo's David. Visit Lugano, Switzerland, and cruise to Isola Bella, one of the scenic Borromean Islands.

Reflections of Italy

Revel in the magic of Italy on this 10-day tour that explores the cities of Rome, Florence, Venice, Assisi and Perugia. Travel the Tuscan and Umbrian countryside, exploring medieval hill towns and visiting the birthplace of St. Francis, Assisi. Discover the masterpieces of the Renaissance in Florence and see hot glass transformed into exquisite art on Murano Island. Linger in Venice for two nights before ending your journey in the lovely Italian Lake region. Cross the border and explore the Swiss resort town of Lugano.

Spain's Classics

Spain is a colorful pageant of art, history and culture, set against a backdrop that spans sunny Mediterranean shores and grand mountain ranges, dotted with groves of oranges and olives. Explore the priceless treasures in Madrid’s Prado Museum. Visit the exotic and expansive Alhambra palace, resplendent with Moorish regal flair. See Columbus’ tomb. Feel the passion of the Flamenco with reserved seating at a performance in Seville. Explore Valencia, Barcelona, Granada, Cordoba and Toledo. Travel the Sierra Nevada

Canada's Winter Wonderland

Immerse yourself in the ultimate winter wonderland — the Canadian Rockies. Hop aboard VIA Rail Canada's Snow Train Express and head for Jasper with spectacular views. Travel across the Icefields Parkway with breathtaking scenery. Relax at three Fairmont properties: Jasper Park Lodge, Château Lake Louise, and the Banff Springs Resort, each magically decorated for the holiday. Enjoy a cooking demonstration, kitchen tour and learn how to make your own holiday pastries

FREE Door to Door Service

Now Vacations Start at HOME!

Don't worry about getting to the airport... because a vacation should be worry-free. With Collette Vacations, enjoy free round trip sedan service that takes you from your home to the airport when you purchase an air-inclusive Collette tour.* This personalized service - including gratuities - is available on new air-inclusive bookings to the South Pacific, Canada, and Europe; and on ALL Smithsonian Journeys Travel Adventures and Explorations by Collette tours.

On departures May 2010 and beyond, Door to Door transfers are included with air-inclusive bookings to all destinations

Great Savings • Added Comfort • More Convenience

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