Sonora Tour - Where the Desert Meets the Sea 5 DAY 4 NIGHT Tour Package

Located in the northwest of Mexico, the state of Sonora enjoys a privileged location and an exciting landscape where the ocean meets the desert. Its diverse ecosystems allows its visitors a variety of outdoor pursuits, including fishing, water sports, camping and hunting, and its many beautiful cities beckon with a wealth of tradition. Sonora is also known for its excellent cuts of beef and its abundant seafood, thanks to the miles of shoreline facing the Sea of Cortez.

The capital city of Hermosillo is an oasis in the desert. Warm and welcoming, it is a modern metropolis that nonetheless retains a gorgeous colonial heart centered on the Plaza Zaragoza. On its west side, the Catedral de la Asención dates back to the 18th century, though since it took over a hundred years to build it retains a blend of styles that run through the 19th century. It looks across the square at the Palacio de Gobierno, the seat of the local government. Like many other important governmental buildings, this one contains exquisite murals depicting the history and mythology of Mexico and Sonora. Thanks to its location in the center of the state, Hermosillo is a great access point to every major tourist destination in the state, including the beaches of San Carlos, the historic city of Alamos and the seaside town of Huatabampo.

Whales, dolphins and beautiful sunsets on the Sea of Cortez are only part of the allure of San Carlos. It is one of the best game-fishing destinations in the world, boasting the largest marina on the Sea of Cortez. It is also home to pearl farms—something to think about when planning on souvenir shopping! There is a large expatriate population, so you will hear English being spoken in quite a few places, and many locals are fluent in both languages.

The city of Alamos is considered a colonial gem steeped in history. Its beautifully preserved architecture is a joy to behold: government buildings, gardens with pavilions and exquisite mansions with enclosed patios line cobblestone streets. Handicrafts abound, especially carved wooden furniture and lovely trinkets crafted in silver, glass or tin. The surrounding countryside is rich in deer, wild boar, duck, dove and quail and fresh-water fishing is excellent in nearby rivers and at the Mucuzari dam.

Some four miles of virgin beaches line the shoreline of Huatabampo, also known for its spas. The territory was originally inhabited by the Mayo Indians, who were converted in the early 17th century by the Jesuit missionaries. Eventually, Huatabampo became known as the Tierra de Generales, or Land of Generals, since during the Mexican Revolution (1910-1917) several high-ranking generals for the Mexican rebel army emerged from here. The area is also a prime whale-watching spot. During the early months of the year, they can be seen gamboling off the coast in the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez. Like most seaside towns, Huatabampo’s cuisine centers on fresh fish, which is prepared in tempting ceviches and sarandeado, when it is cooked over a wood fire and served with a savory red sauce. The area is very rich in natural resources in a semi-arid ecosystem, and offers countless ecotourism opportunities.

We welcome you on our journey of exploration through the many wonders of Sonora!