Rail Tours in Mexico

Mexico has a rich cultural heritage and if you are planning to visit the country then you should cover all the major tourist attractions of the world. Rail tours in Mexico are quite popular and it offers several train travel packages. Some of the prominent rail tours in Mexico are Sierra Madre Express Copper Canyon Adventure, The Uno Lodge Special, Western Canyon Explorer and Canyon Explorer.

Sierra Madre Express Copper Canyon Adventure is one of the most popular rails tours in Mexico. The private train covers a duration of 8 days. The train covers various remote areas of Mexico. It also covers the beautiful Copper Canyon. According to IRTs editors, this train tour is one of the top 20 train experiences of the world. You will get a feel about the place and will be able to get a good idea about the rich culture of Mexico. The train can accommodate about 64 people. However, you can not customize the rail tour according to your choice. The airfare is not included within the train charge. The train climbs through the Sierra Madre Mountain range. The train offers excellent view of the mountain range and can meet Tarahumara tribe. It is one of the most isolated tribes of North America. You can also enjoy several off train activities such as horseback riding, sightseeing, hiking and shopping while on tour in the train. You can stay inside the train and can enjoy a cozy dinner with your family members. Full dinner will be served to the boarders of the train.

The Uno Lodge Special is for a duration of 5 days. The train has the capacity to accommodate up to 99 people. The train tour is not customizable and air fare is not included within the train charges. The train ascends towards the Sierra Tarahumara during the day time i.e between 7:30am – 12:05pm. While on tour you can also have a look at the spectacular view offered by the Canyon river. You can explore the various caves and can take a walk along the nearby waterfalls and can have a look at the richness offered by the ecosystem. You can enjoy the evening at outdoors.

Western Canyon Explorer rail tour is for a duration of 8 days. The group size is up to 14 people. The train tour is not customizable and airfare is not included within the train charge. You can enjoy the tour by watching birds. The train offers excellent dinner which include regional dishes. You can also enjoy vegetarian dishes. Special diet is also available on request.

Canyon Explorer is another popular rail tour in Mexico. This train tour is for 9 days and the like all the rail tours this tour is also not customizable. The group size is up to 99 people. You can also enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and trekking.

The best time to go for this rail tours in Mexico is between the months of January and December. You can visit any time you want because the climate of Mexico is moderate and will be able to enjoy your tour.