Journey from the sparkling Sea of Cortez to the arid canyons of Mexico’s Sierra Madre along the spectacular Chihuahua al Pacifico railroad, then hike the world’s largest canyon system, the magnificent Copper Canyon, deeper and grander in places than its more famous US counterpart. Later, sip margaritas at sunset and rest weary limbs in stunningly located wilderness lodges and beautifully restored haciendas. Walks Worldwide’s 11-day Copper Canyon In Style fully guided hiking tour departs London 24th October 2008.The journey begins with a spectacular rail journey on the Copper Canyon railroad, officially known as the Chihuahua al Pacifico, into the Sierra Madre Mountains, through dozens of tunnels and over countless bridges and vertiginous viaducts, to the wild-west town of Urique. Overnight at a wilderness lodge perched precipitously on the rim of the canyon. Walking boots at the ready, cross the Urique River and ascend rapidly through thorn forest to a beautiful campsite in a grapefruit grove. Hike in the cool shadows of the towering canyon walls, climbing up through chaparral and ever-changing vegetation to the summit of La Yesca (4,399ft) where views open out every which way over the stunning Urique Canyon. Moving on, explore the Cerro Colorado Canyon - traversing whispering pine forests and trekking from alpine to more tropical terrain. Spend time with the indigenous Tarahumara communities living perched on the edge of the canyon walls with ‘mule only’ access, before arriving in the frontier town of Batopilas. Explore the cobbled streets of this atmospheric settlement before transferring to Creel and the fascinating town of Chihuahua, one of Mexico’s most important cultural and historical centres, where a farewell fiesta sets travellers on their way home.
The tour costs £2,525 p/p including scheduled flights (BA), transfers, camping, lodge and hacienda accommodation, most meals and expert guiding.
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