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Start by looking to your left and thinking about the cities you would like to visit. They are in order from El Fuerte to Chihuahua as if you were traveling down the
train line. If you are interested in visiting that particular city/town, please select the number of nights from the drop down menu below in the approriate form
field. The recommended number of nights is already selected for you as a guide. Then, look below to see which hotels you can choose from (we've only
included hotels that we recommend and can book for you, although there may be others that you can book yourself if you prefer) in each city/town and what
activities are available and recommended there. See our EXTRAS PAGE for picnics and other goodies descriptions.
LEGEND FOR HOTEL PRICES:
$ - Budget prices ($50 - $70US per dbl) $$ - Mid range prices ($90 - $130US per dbl) $$$ - Upper range prices ($150 - $250US per dbl)
space below in the form and we'll sort you all out personally.
Start by looking to your left and thinking about the cities you would like to visit. They are in order from El Fuerte to Chihuahua as if you were traveling down the
train line. If you are interested in visiting that particular city/town, please select the number of nights from the drop down menu below in the approriate form
field. The recommended number of nights is already selected for you as a guide. Then, look below to see which hotels you can choose from (we've only
included hotels that we recommend and can book for you, although there may be others that you can book yourself if you prefer) in each city/town and what
activities are available and recommended there. See our EXTRAS PAGE for picnics and other goodies descriptions.
LEGEND FOR HOTEL PRICES:
$ - Budget prices ($50 - $70US per dbl) $$ - Mid range prices ($90 - $130US per dbl) $$$ - Upper range prices ($150 - $250US per dbl)
El Fuerte: Recommended hotels that we can book for you and recommended
activities that we can organize for you in the area.
Hotels - that we can book for you in El Fuerte include:
Activities - that can be done in the El Fuerte area include:
Cerocahui: Recommended hotels that we can book for you and
recommended activities that we can organize for you in the area.
Hotels - that we can book for you in Cerocahui include:
Posada Barrancas: Recommended hotels that we can book for you and
recommended activities that we can organize for you in the area.
Hotels - that we can book for you in Posada Barrancas include:
Mansion Tarahumara - This hotel is castle shaped and have lots of little cabins in
the Valley view section as well as many new Rim view rooms overlooking the
canyons. The upper rim rooms have their own private bar and dining area. The
lower rooms have valley views only. There is an indoor pool and jacuzzi here too. All
meals are included as well as transfers to and from the station. $$$
Creel: Recommended hotels that we can book for you and recommended
activities that we can organize for you in the area.
activities that we can organize for you in the area.
Hotels - that we can book for you in El Fuerte include:
- Posada del Hidalgo - a converted hacienda that is said to be the birthplace
of the legendary Zorro. This hotel has a lovely terrace with pool and palapa
hut style bar. Filled with antiques, rambling courtyards and lush vegetation.
Restaurant, bar and jacuzzi are on site and wireless internet access is
available. Located on the main plaza. $$
- Hotel El Fuerte - a converted hacienda that uses vibrant, traditional, Mexican
colors and antiques for their decor. Restaurant and bar on site. Located just
off main plaza. $$
- La Choza Hotel - a modern hotel with American stylings but Mexican decor.
There is a small pool, restaurant and bar here and a few spaces for parking
off the street. It is located on the main plaza. $
- Real de Carapoa - a cozy hotel with only 5 rooms, small garden patio and
continental breakfast included. Located on the main plaza in a pedestrian
only walkway. Complimentary internet access provided for all guests. $
Activities - that can be done in the El Fuerte area include:
- Guided River Tours - along the calm and serene El Fuerte River. Includes
Bilingual Guide, transfers to and from your hotel, cold drinks and a stop off
to visit the Cerro de la Mascara petroglyphs. Total tour time is about 2 hours
on the river. - Guided Kayaking Tours - your choice of a 3.5 hour or 5.5 hour tour down the
river. You'll hit one good rapid on the 'Short & Sweet' tour (3.5 hours)and at
least 3 good rapids on the 'Rough & Tumble' tour (5.5 hours). This river is
controlled by a dam so hourly water levels will dictate if your rapids are
raging and rocking or just bumping along. Includes transfer to and from
hotel, Bilingual Guide, all gear and cold drinks. 'Ocean' sit-on-top kayaks are
used. - Bicycle Rentals or Guided Bike Rides - your choice of standard 1/2 or full
day bike rental to tool around El Fuerte and check out the architecture, or go
active and let our Bilingual Bike Guide take you on a ride to visit the
petroglyphs and do some single track that will really give you a work out.
'Specialized' bikes are used.
Cerocahui: Recommended hotels that we can book for you and
recommended activities that we can organize for you in the area.
Hotels - that we can book for you in Cerocahui include:
- San Isidro Lodge - a lovely and rustic type hotel with all the amenities
located just above Cerocahui village. It includes all meals and transfers to
and from the train station in Bahuichivo as well as an visit to the Cerocahui
Mission in town. This is the hotel we use on our fully guided trips. $$
- Hotel El Mision - a Balderrama hotel located just beside the Cerocahui
Mission in town. All meals included as well as transfers to and from the
station. $$$
- Paraiso del Oso - located just before town on the road from Bahuichivo.
This hotel is owned and run by an American and all meals are included as
well as transfers to and from the train station. $$$
- Cerro Gallegos Overlook Tour - This is a 1/2 day tour to the overlook of
Urique Canyon. You can do this tour with only 1 night in Cerocahui. - Horseback riding at the various hotels can be arranged upon request.
Posada Barrancas: Recommended hotels that we can book for you and
recommended activities that we can organize for you in the area.
Hotels - that we can book for you in Posada Barrancas include:
- Mirador Hotel - A Balderrama Hotel on the rim of the canyon. All rooms have
a rim view. All meals included as well as transfers to and from the train
station. $$$
Mansion Tarahumara - This hotel is castle shaped and have lots of little cabins in
the Valley view section as well as many new Rim view rooms overlooking the
canyons. The upper rim rooms have their own private bar and dining area. The
lower rooms have valley views only. There is an indoor pool and jacuzzi here too. All
meals are included as well as transfers to and from the station. $$$
Creel: Recommended hotels that we can book for you and recommended
activities that we can organize for you in the area.
DESTINATIONS
El Fuerte: This is a cute
colonial town just 1 hour North of
Los Mochis and shouldn't be
missed. There are plenty of
activities here and a two night stay
is highly recommended so that
you can take advantage of a River
Tour, Kayaking Tour or just a day
to get over your jetlag in a nice
environment.
El Fuerte: This is a cute
colonial town just 1 hour North of
Los Mochis and shouldn't be
missed. There are plenty of
activities here and a two night stay
is highly recommended so that
you can take advantage of a River
Tour, Kayaking Tour or just a day
to get over your jetlag in a nice
environment.
Cerocahui: Lovely mountain top
village in the upper sierra. We do
recommend a visit here if you have
itinerary. This town is located near
Urique Canyon. Due to the
ruralness of the area, a fully
guided trip is recommended in
this area.
village in the upper sierra. We do
recommend a visit here if you have
itinerary. This town is located near
Urique Canyon. Due to the
ruralness of the area, a fully
guided trip is recommended in
this area.
Posada Barrancas:
Divisadero area, just 3kms from
Divisadero train stop. This is the
rim of Tararecua, Urique & Copper
canyons and you'll find several
One night is generally enough
One night is generally enough
here as it will allow you to splurge
a bit on one of the rim view hotels
and then move on to other
interesting places.
Divisadero area, just 3kms from
Divisadero train stop. This is the
rim of Tararecua, Urique & Copper
canyons and you'll find several
One night is generally enough
One night is generally enough
here as it will allow you to splurge
a bit on one of the rim view hotels
and then move on to other
interesting places.
Creel: There is much to see and
do here but if you are going to
Batopilas, then you should spend
one night here before and one
night after. If, however, you are not
going to Batopilas, then 2 nights is
what you'll need here as a min. to
see as much as possible. An extra
day here, if you have one to spare
in your itinerary, is great too as you
can do some horseback riding,
biking, etc...
do here but if you are going to
Batopilas, then you should spend
one night here before and one
night after. If, however, you are not
going to Batopilas, then 2 nights is
what you'll need here as a min. to
see as much as possible. An extra
day here, if you have one to spare
in your itinerary, is great too as you
can do some horseback riding,
biking, etc...
Batopilas: This is an old silver
mining village and well worth a 2
night visit at least. The Lost
Cathedral and Ruins of Hacienda
San Miguel are a must see and
there is a lovely old aqua duct to
walk along so you can see the
tropical birds up close.
mining village and well worth a 2
night visit at least. The Lost
Cathedral and Ruins of Hacienda
San Miguel are a must see and
there is a lovely old aqua duct to
walk along so you can see the
tropical birds up close.
Chihuahua: This city has a lot
of history and culture and is a
great place to spend a final day
after visiting the canyons. Pancho
Villa's House (Museum), The
Federal Building with Hidalgo's
Dungeon and Quinta Gameros
are just a few of the notable
museums one should visit if
interested in Mexico's culture and
history. One night here is usually
enough if you plan a private
transfer from Creel to Chihuahua
so you can arrive in time to see the
sights a bit or if you catch an early
morning bus.
of history and culture and is a
great place to spend a final day
after visiting the canyons. Pancho
Villa's House (Museum), The
Federal Building with Hidalgo's
Dungeon and Quinta Gameros
are just a few of the notable
museums one should visit if
interested in Mexico's culture and
history. One night here is usually
enough if you plan a private
transfer from Creel to Chihuahua
so you can arrive in time to see the
sights a bit or if you catch an early
morning bus.
- Best Western - This hotel is the best in the city limits and although a
'chain' hotel, it is locally owned and operated and his it's own Mexican
flavor for sure. It is set up in a cabin-style setting on a wooded lot on the
main street in Creel. There is a restaurant, bar and jacuzzi on site.
Transfers to and from the train station are included in your room rate. $$
- Parador Hotel - A secondary option for Creel if you wish to book in
advance as we don't work with any truly budget hotels here due to past
bad experiences. This hotel is located on the main street in front of our
Creel Amigos office. There is ample gated parking a restaurant and bar.
Breakfast is included here as well as transfers to and from the train
station. $$
- Sierra Lodge Hotel - our favorite in the area and an 'Amigo Pick'. This
hotel is located just 30 minutes outside of Creel on the road to Batopilas.
It is rustic but well appointed and comfortable and a great hotel if you are
looking for more than just a place to lay your head for the night. The
Raramuri live and work there and kerosene lanterns are used throughout
the hotel instead of electric lights, which give it a cozy and homey feel.
Complimentary margarita's are served before dinner nightly and all
meals are included. Transfers to and from the train station in Creel are
NOT included in the price here but will be added in to your itinerary as
needed. $$$
Activities - that can be done in the Creel area include:
- Tours - Because of limited space on this page and the vast information
about the tours, please see our Creel 3 Amigos Tours page on our 3
Amigos site. Just follow this link. - Bike Rentals - Same thing here...limited space. Please just follow this
link to see the bike information on our other site. - Scooter Rentals - follow this link
- Truck Rentals - follow this link
- Private Transfer to Chihuahua - instead of taking the train or bus,
consider a private vehicle transfer from Creel to Chihuahua with a stop off
to see the Mennonite Community in Cuahetemoc instead. It is much
more comfortable and will get you where you are going faster and in
more comfort than the public transportation system.
Batopilas: Recommended hotels that we can book for you and
recommended activities that we can organize for you in the area.
Hotels - that we can book for you in Batopilas include:
- Real de Minas - A budget hotel just off the main plaza. $
- Riverside Lodge - an old converted hacienda. Rooms are filled with
antiques and murals and private gardens abound. This is our 'Amigo
Pick' for its style and experience. $$$
Chihuahua: Recommended hotels that we can book for you and
recommended activities that we can organize for you in the area.
Hotels - that we can book for you in Chihuahua include:
- Holiday Inn Suites - located near the downtown area, this hotel features
all suite rooms. Breakfast is included and there is a restaurant and bar
on site. There is plenty of off-street, gated parking and 24 hour security.
You'll also find a jacuzzi, steam room, weights room, indoor pool, outdoor
pool and complimentary happy hour Monday - Friday. This is an 'Amigo
Pick'. $$
- San Felipe Real - A boutique style hotel with only 5 rooms. All rooms are
decorated individually and breakfast is included. This is a cozy hotel for
those that want to get away and find a quiet corner. It is located
downtown, just a few blocks behind the cathedral. This is also an 'Amigo
Pick' for its charm. $$
Activities - that can be done in the Chihuahua area include:
- Chihuahua City Tour - see some of the most important museums
around Chihuahua city on this 3 hour tour. You'll be driven by an English
speaking guide who'll give you tons of information about; Quinta
Gameros, Pancho Villa's house, the Federal Building (Hidalgo's
Dungeon), the main cathedral and more.
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Customized Trip Form
train for example, then fly back
Fuerte to the canyons area on the
over the canyons to return to El
Fuerte, rather than backtracking
along the train line again. There
are really many ways to add in
these canyon flights. See our FLY
PAGE for more info.
Fuerte to the canyons area on the
over the canyons to return to El
Fuerte, rather than backtracking
along the train line again. There
are really many ways to add in
these canyon flights. See our FLY
PAGE for more info.
