Northern Trails and Colonial Mexico
Northern Trails and Colonial Mexico
Northern Trails and Colonial Mexico
11 Days Starting in Chihuahua, Mexico and ending in Mexico City, Mexico
Visiting: Chihuahua, Creel, Divisadero, Los Mochis, Guadalajara, Guanajuato, Queretaro, Tula, Mexico City
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2507607
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
36 - 72
Age range:
3-85
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Mexico with the "Northern Trails and Colonial Mexico" tour. Begin your adventure in Chihuahua, exploring its rich history and vibrant culture. Traverse scenic landscapes to Creel, the gateway to the Copper Canyon, and experience the breathtaking beauty of Divisadero. Ride the iconic Chepe Express train through rugged terrains to Los Mochis, and immerse yourself in the colonial charm of Guadalajara, the birthplace of mariachi and tequila. Discover the historic treasures of Guanajuato, Dolores Hidalgo, and San Miguel De Allende, and marvel at the ancient Toltec capital of Tula. Conclude your journey in the bustling metropolis of Mexico City, with visits to the awe-inspiring Teotihuacan pyramids and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural wonders, cultural heritage, and historical landmarks, promising an enriching and memorable experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Chihuahua
Location: Chihuahua
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to Mexico! Upon arrival at Chihuahua airport, our transfer representative will be waiting to take you to your hotel.After check-in, our guide will meet you in the hotel lobby for a city tour, during which you’ll visit the Pancho Villa Museum, the Cathedral, Quinta Gameros Museum, the Government Palace, and historic residential neighborhoods.
Day 2 : Chihuahua, Creel
Location: Creel
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we’ll set out through scenic landscapes of mountains and forests, passing through towns inhabited by Mennonite communities. Traveling 260 km, we’ll arrive in Creel, a vibrant Pueblo Mágico known as the gateway to the Copper Canyon.Here, we’ll embark on a tour that includes Lake Arareko, the historic San Ignacio Mission, Tarahumara caves still inhabited by local families, and the unique rock formations of the Valley of Mushrooms and Frogs.
Day 3 : Creel, Divisadero
Location: Divisadero
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Today, we’ll travel 130 km by road through breathtaking landscapes. Our tour includes a visit to Piedra Volada Falls, the Adventure Park, the suspension bridge, and scenic viewpoints. At the Adventure Park, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities, including the cable car, zipline, zip rider, and rentals for ATVs and bicycles, as well as guided hikes led by Tarahumara guides. These activities are not included (tickets available at the park entrance).After lunch (included), we’ll take a guided walk through the area to admire different views of the canyon and visit a traditional Tarahumara cave. We’ll then continue to the hotel, with dinner included.
Day 4 : Divisadero, Chepe Express, Los Mochis
Location: Los Mochis
Accommodation Name: hotel
Today, we’ll board the Chepe Express through the Copper Canyon, one of the world’s most spectacular tourist trains (tourist class). The train winds deep into the mountains, navigating rugged terrain, passing steep cliffs, and crossing 86 impressive tunnels and 37 remarkable bridges that span powerful rivers. Along the way, you’ll take in the most stunning views of the region, including the highest bridge on the route and the “El Descanso” Tunnel, the longest tunnel of the journey.We’ll arrive in Los Mochis, where a transfer will be waiting to take you to your hotel. You’ll have free time to explore this city, founded in 1893 by American engineer Albert K. Owen as part of his utopian socialist project, "The Topolobampo Colony." Situated in a region rich in agricultural production, especially sugarcane, Los Mochis played a vital role in the area’s economic growth and development.
Day 5 : Los Mochis, Guadalajara
Location: Guadalajara
Accommodation Name: hotel
Free time in Los Mochis until your transfer to the airport. We’ll include a flight to Guadalajara, followed by a transfer to your hotel and leisure time to explore. You’ll then be in the capital of Jalisco, a colonial city known as the birthplace of mariachi music and tequila.
Day 6 : Guadalajara
Location: Guadalajara
Accommodation Name: hotel
In the morning we include a visit to Guadalajara, the modern metropolis with its colonial historic center, its cathedral, its market, its Tapatía square. We will enter the Cabañas Hospice, declared Unesco World Heritage. After the visit, we will go on to the next town of TEQUILA, we include entrance to the MUNDO CUERVO distillery and will see how this famous Mexican drink is made (entrance and tasting included). After this, time for a stroll and lunch in the picturesque town of Tequila. After lunch, we return to Guadalajara.
Day 7 : Guadalajara, Guanajuato
Location: Guanajuato
Accommodation Name: hotel
We travel to the state of GUANAJUATO. Arrival at midday. In the afternoon we include a city tour of this very beautiful university city declared World Heritage, its steep slopes, its narrow streets, its churches, and we also include a cable car ride to admire the view from “el Pípila”.
Day 8 : Guanajuato, Dolores Hidalgo, San Miguel De Allende, Queretaro
Location: Queretaro
Accommodation Name: hotel
Amidst the mountains, we will travel to DOLORES HIDALGO, the city that is the cradle of Mexican independence. Afterwards we head to SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, a beautiful city with vice regal architecture and cobbled streets declared World Heritage. Time for a stroll. In the afternoon, we visit the ATOTONILCO Sanctuary, known as the “Century of God and the Patria”, World Heritage site (sometimes it will not be possible to visit inside due to the retreats that take place there). We then go to QUERETARO, with its very beautiful colonial center, its main square, its busy restaurants and pedestrian streets.
Day 9 : Queretaro, Tula, Puebla, Val Quirico, Mexico City
Location: Tula
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll depart for Tula, the ancient capital of the Toltecs. Admission to its archaeological site is included. The Atlantean figures, imposing four-meter-tall warrior statues, are the site’s main attraction. You’ll also see pyramids, palaces, and carved columns, showcasing the sophistication of this pre-Hispanic civilization. We’ll then arrive in Puebla, a historic city renowned for its culinary traditions, colonial architecture, and ceramics. Highlights include its impressive Renaissance cathedral and its lively main square. Next, we’ll head to Val’Quirico, where the European-inspired architecture, particularly reminiscent of Italy’s Tuscany, and its medieval style will transport you to another era. Arrival in Mexico City is expected around 08:30 p.m.
Day 10 : Mexico City
Location: Mexico City
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, we’ll explore Mexico City and the remarkable site of Teotihuacan, located just 40 km from the capital. After breakfast, we’ll begin our journey at the Plaza of the Three Cultures, where past and present merge seamlessly. From there, we’ll continue to the impressive archaeological site of Teotihuacan, where we’ll visit the monumental Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, the Temple of Quetzalpapalotl, the Citadel, and the Avenue of the Dead. We’ll also stop by a local artisan center. On our way back to the city, we’ll visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the patroness of Latin America. After returning to the hotel, the rest of the day will be free.
Day 11 : Mexico City
Location: Mexico City
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast. End of our services. Transfer from the hotel to the airport not included.
What's Included
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Chihuahua City Tour
A guided city tour in Chihuahua, including visits to the Pancho Villa Museum, the Cathedral, Quinta Gameros Museum, the Government Palace, and historic residential neighborhoods.
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Creel Tour
A tour in Creel, including visits to Lake Arareko, the historic San Ignacio Mission, Tarahumara caves, and the Valley of Mushrooms and Frogs.
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Lunch and Dinner in Divisadero
Lunch and dinner are included during the stay in Divisadero.
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Chepe Express Train Ride
A ride on the Chepe Express through the Copper Canyon in tourist class.
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Flight to Guadalajara
A flight from Los Mochis to Guadalajara is included.
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Guadalajara City Tour
A visit to Guadalajara, including the historic center, cathedral, market, Tapatía square, and the Cabañas Hospice.
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Mundo Cuervo Distillery Visit
Entrance and tasting at the Mundo Cuervo distillery in Tequila.
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Guanajuato City Tour
A city tour in Guanajuato, including a cable car ride to 'el Pípila'.
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Tula Archaeological Site
Admission to the archaeological site of Tula, including the Atlantean figures and other historical structures.
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Teotihuacan Tour
A tour of the Teotihuacan archaeological site, including the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, the Temple of Quetzalpapalotl, the Citadel, and the Avenue of the Dead.
What's Not Included
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Adventure Park Activities
Activities at the Adventure Park, such as the cable car, zipline, zip rider, and rentals for ATVs and bicycles, are not included.
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Transfer from Hotel to Airport
Transfer from the hotel to the airport at the end of the tour is not included.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes a scenic journey on the Chepe Express through the Copper Canyon, road travel through breathtaking landscapes, and a flight from Los Mochis to Guadalajara.
Accommodation
Accommodation details are not provided in the tour description.
Check out our Q&As
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What can I expect to see on the city tour in Chihuahua?
During the city tour in Chihuahua, you will visit the Pancho Villa Museum, the Cathedral, Quinta Gameros Museum, the Government Palace, and historic residential neighborhoods.
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What activities are available at the Adventure Park in Divisadero?
At the Adventure Park in Divisadero, you can enjoy activities such as the cable car, zipline, zip rider, and rentals for ATVs and bicycles, as well as guided hikes led by Tarahumara guides. These activities are not included in the tour price and tickets are available at the park entrance.
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What is special about the Chepe Express train journey?
The Chepe Express train journey through the Copper Canyon is one of the world's most spectacular tourist train rides. It navigates rugged terrain, passing steep cliffs, and crosses 86 tunnels and 37 bridges, offering stunning views of the region, including the highest bridge on the route and the longest tunnel, 'El Descanso'.
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What will I experience in Guadalajara?
In Guadalajara, you will visit the modern metropolis with its colonial historic center, cathedral, market, and Tapatía square. You will also enter the Cabañas Hospice, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and visit the MUNDO CUERVO distillery in Tequila to see how the famous Mexican drink is made, with entrance and tasting included.
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What historical sites will be visited in Tula?
In Tula, you will visit the archaeological site, which includes the Atlantean figures, imposing four-meter-tall warrior statues, pyramids, palaces, and carved columns, showcasing the sophistication of the pre-Hispanic Toltec civilization.
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What are the highlights of the visit to Teotihuacan?
At Teotihuacan, you will visit the monumental Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, the Temple of Quetzalpapalotl, the Citadel, and the Avenue of the Dead. The tour also includes a stop at a local artisan center.
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