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Do you remember when the long -awaited Maya train of Mexico was very anger?
Well, that has changed since then as Tulum, one of the top stops, has been flooded with tourists, which increases prices!
But there is another train that few people know. In fact, I would dare to guess if you ask the average Mexican citizen to name another coastal train in their country, they would probably say it doesn’t exist.
Lonely planet Recently released the “Best train rides in Mexico”, with only one secret secret, although in good company with the Tequila train of Guadalajara and the OG of Mexican railway trips, the Chepe Express.
Running from a little-known beach city in Veracruz, cross native indigenous communities and end in an unheard of paradise in Oaxaca, those with an adventurous mind can forget the norm and hop on board the 7-hour Tren Interoceánico For the most exciting train ride in Mexico.
COATZACOALCOS: Start from the coastal facade of Veracruz
COATZACOALCOS – Where? This largely unknown city serves as a large harbor along the coast of Veracruz; That is why Tren Interoceánico was mainly a freight route that tried to be the Panama Canal 2.0 before offering a limited passenger service.
At first glance, Coatzacoalcos does not seem to have much going on from a tourist perspective. The primary goal is to be the backbone of the petrochemical industry of Mexico, which is not exactly a draw if you could just go to Cancun, do you know that?
But that looks deeper into this coastal façade, you discover hidden beaches and lively local markets that simply cannot match compound destinations such as Cancun – but hey, if your night after night goes to Señor Frogs, your jam is more power for you.
Beyond the industrial through the interior, thrillseekers will discover the picturesque Malecòn of Coatzacoalcos for breathtaking views of the Golf and unknown beaches to the masses Playa El Tesorowhere the locals are enthusiastic about the glowing sunsets, and Playa Las Palmitas For the most beautiful waters near the charming town of Tonalá, but perhaps the biggest surprises Pyramid from QuetzalcoatlA small, modest archaeological site that dates from before the aztec.
Flying Aeromexico Due to Mexico City, the easiest way is to come here to start your train journey to the south to Oaxaca.
Coatzacoalcos is also known as “Coatza”. No unnecessary Tong-Twister needed.
Enrich culture: Discover indigenous communities
The days of going through Barnes & Noble’s travel area have almost disappeared, but even if that was still the case, the domestic cities along Tren Interoceánico to Oaxaca are so unknown to regular travelers that you would probably not find much about them anyway.
The most recent news about the indigenous Zapotec culture even has a little controversy.
Some groups are in return for The revival of the train route largely because of possible environmental effects of their beloved country.
Although the long-term effects of the aforementioned concerns will not be known immediately, every off-path village in Mexico can certainly use a boost in the benefits of tourism.
Consider stopping in such a way along your route Princess Donají TombWhich is perhaps the highlight of your journey.
Last stop: Oaxacas lesser -known paradise
Maybe you know Puerto Escondido and Huatulco, but you know that Oaxaca’s lesser -known piece of paradise, Salina Cruz?
Closing the 7-hour adventure from the Golf to the Pacific Ocean is a beautifully relaxed beach paradise with equally important economic industries, so yes, there will be the same industrial plants that you would find in Coatzacoalcos, but the beaches are more lively and photographic here.
Surfers will love Punta Conejowhile the locals generally love Playa Abierta For its safety, cleanliness, savory beach producers and, of course, much fewer crowds than what has become of Puerto Escondido.
How to buy tickets
Have you ever been to a sleepy town and a small company closed with a sign with a “disappeared fish”?
That is a kind of booking a ticket with Tren Interoceánico. Remember that the primary purpose of this renewed route is from 2024 to transport freight, so there is limited availability for the passenger service.
To check availability, it is best to renew the civil servant of Tren Interoceánico website daily. From now on the summer schedule has not yet been released.
The train is old-school, so it’s best to take your own refreshments and snacks with you for the ride and be prepared to stock up again if you have the board.
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