A scenic, unforgettable railway journey from Chihuahua to Los Mochis, via the breathtaking Copper Canyon. A remarkable feat of engineering which took almost 90 years to complete, takes you through 88 tunnels and over 39 bridges, passing a dramatic range of landscapes.

5 days / 4 nights

Day 1 Depart from Chihuahua or Los Mochis Day 1 Arrival at Chihuahua airport where you will be met and taken to your hotel, spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 2 Transfer to train station, our journey leads us through the Tarahumara Mountain Range, passing striking scenery. The train wends its way through canyons and mountains, the views arresting as they pass us by, and the precipitous sides, hair-raising. We arrive at the village of Creel in the late afternoon and transfer to our hotel.

Day 3 Spend the morning at leisure, or take an optional tour to the area where the Tarahumara Indians live. Having lived in isolated pockets, and originally cave-dwellers and nomads, they have retained their traditions and beliefs. Transfer to the train station for a short trip to Divisadero.

Day 4 Spend the morning at the breathtaking Copper Canyon, deeper than the Grand Canyon and arguably more impressive. In the early afternoon continue by train through yet more spectacular scenery, over the hair-raising Río Fuerte Bridge, past the desert dotted with cacti, and on to Los Mochis.

Day 5 Breakfast and depart for return flight.