If you are traveling in the west coast of Mexico or trying to go beyond the typical tourist destinations than the Copper Canyon may be right up your alley. Wildlife enthusiasts will also like this trip because it rivals going through the Grand Canyon.

Mexico's Copper Canyon Train Trip
This is one of the top ten most spectacular train trips in the world and is known as the Chepe Train. The most popular route is from Los Mochis to Chihuahua.


It covers about 410 miles through some of the most beautiful canyons in North America. Rivaling the scenery of the US Grand Canyon, the Copper Canyon is about four times larger. There's also plenty to do in both Los Mochis and Chihuahua.

The trip takes about 13 hours with stops on the way. The Chepe unique private rail car, features a 20-ft open deck area that enables you to absorb the canyon's outdoor atmosphere from the train.

Book your trip in advance
Both First Class and Economy Class service is offered. If you want a more rustic tour through the canyon than take the economy class service. This is a separate train which stops more frequently and leaves 2 hours after the first class train.

The First Class train makes far fewer stops, and offers reclining seats in recently renovated, pristine carriages with clean washrooms and toilets, a restaurant and a club car. You'll also see more scenery since the economy train arrives at night.



The Tarahumara people, descendants of the Aztecs, still live a simple life in these canyons. Today, they also sell their crafts and food to visitors who take the Copper Canyon Train Ride. Bring plenty of pesos with you.

Resources

• The Chepe Train aka Copper Canyon Train
• Copper Canyon Guide