When we first started riding in this region of Chihuahua state, there were few paved roads. What was once dominated by those who enjoy getting dirty in the dual sport motorcycling world, today is shared by those who prefer to stay on the pavement. With lightly traveled, scenic and sporting roads now lacing through the Sierra Madres, one can enjoy this tour on any kind of motorcycle. A great travel value that serves also as a fine introduction to touring South of the Border.

Highlights
• The Copper Canyon has been our stomping grounds since the beginning of our Pancho Villa Moto-Tours days. We know the region well. Our ride from Parral to Creel will be exceptional, filled with awesome scenery and mile after mile of enjoyable curves. The ride will be capped with an overnight on the rim of the canyon. Experience encounters with the Tarahumara Indians, known worldwide for their long distance running abilities and aboriginal traditions.
• Overnight in the capital city of Chihuahua and visit the once home of Pancho Villa, now a museum.
• Nuevas Casas Grandes is a community that seems fairly mundane on the surface. But its history speaks volumes. Casas Grandes was founded by Mormons, was once occupied heavily by Chinese, is known for an artistic pre-Hispanic culture called the Paquime and as the bivouac area for 11,000 gringo troops who chased but never found Pancho Villa during the Punitive Expedition of 1916. Like many MotoDiscovery destinations, this one is not high on the tourist list but is a landmark of both Mexican and USA history.

Includes
• 6 nights lodging
• breakfasts & lunches on travel days
• Bilingual staff
• Luggage/support vehicle
• Staff assistant* (minimum participation required)
• Tour of Chihuahua City
• Maps, route road log and pre-tour information
• Assistance with travel and vehicle permits
• MotoDiscovery apparel gift

Itinerary - 7 Days
El Paso, Texas
Casas Grandes
Creel
Copper Canyon
Hidalgo de Parral
Chihuahua
Exit El Paso, Texas

Mileage (approximate)
Longest day 245
Shortest day 150
Total miles 1,200

Dates
Sep 6 - 12, 2008
Apr 19 - 25, 2009
Jun 14 - 20, 2009
Sep 5 - 11, 2009

Price
On your own bike
$1,995 US per person (double occupancy)
Single occupancy supplement is $350
If you desire a single room or for any reason we are unable to obtain a room mate for you, the single occupancy supplement will apply.

Deposit $200 US per person deposit.

Motorcycle Rentals Available
Suzuki Vstrom               805. US
SV650 (lowered)            805.
BMW R1150 GS            945.
BMW R1200 GS         1,099.

NOTICE: Effective January 1, 2008 we will be requiring a passport for travel on a MotoDiscovery Mexico tour. For more information on how to get a passport refer to these links:
http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html
http://www.visaexpress.net/

Motorcycle Shipping
To ship your motorcycle to the tour rendezvous,
call Federal Motorcycle Transport at (800) 747-4100 ext. 217.
http://www.federalcos.com/motorcycle.html

 

Cancellation & Refund Policy