Perú Rail Train
Hiram Bingham – Machupicchu
Have you ever dreamed of traveling through the Peruvian Andes on a train inspired by the exclusive 1920s pullman wagons? The Hiram Bingham train not only makes this possible, but also turns a journey of its own magic into an unforgettable experience, with personalized service that takes care of even the smallest detail on the journey.
Travel to the citadel of Machu Picchu in the exclusive and luxurious Hiram Bingham train and enjoy the sophisticated dining car, the bar car and the observatory car, from where you can enjoy the wonderful route outdoors, accompanied by a Peruvian cocktail and local live music shows.
Start your experience with a welcome cocktail. Once the tour has started, the maître will invite you to enjoy a gourmet lunch of Peruvian cuisine. And if your trip is back, you will enjoy a gastronomic dinner. In both cases, it can be accompanied with hot and cold drinks as well as an excellent selection of wines.
To the rhythm of the Peruvian cajón and tambourines, and throughout the tour, a unique show will accompany you with typical and international music, framing what will be an unforgettable trip to the citadel of Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.
Wifi: Exclusive Internet access service for our passengers at the Poroy station, Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu.
For more information on what is or is not included depending on the type of trip: one-way, only return or round-trip, we recommend you go to “Services Detail” of the Hiram Bingham train by clicking here.
Departures:
- The Hiram Bingham train service operates every day with the exception of the last Sunday of each month.
Seasons:
- Poroy Station (Cusco). Wifi service available.
- Ollantaytambo Station. Wifi service available.
- Machu Picchu Station (Machu Picchu Pueblo). Wifi service available.
The Hiram Bingham train runs every day except the last Sunday of each month.
Between January 02 and April 30, 2020, the Bimodal Service (Bus + Train) will operate, a comprehensive service that combines bus and train travel, departing and arriving from the imperial city of Cusco. During this period: The Hiram Bingham train service includes the private bus departing from Wanchaq Station, located 5 minutes from the center of Cusco, until reaching Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado. Here the transfer to the train with the final destination is the Machu Picchu Pueblo Station. The Hiram Bingham train service runs every day except the last Sunday of each month. The return journey includes the transfer of passengers to hotels in the center of Cusco.
Round trip service
Cusco – Machu Picchu – Cusco
- Welcome show with typical dances of the region
- Coche Bar with the best Peruvian cocktails
- Gourmet lunch on board
- Observatory car to enjoy the landscapes of the route
- Live music show
- Bus up to the citadel of Machu Picchu
- Entrance ticket to the citadel of Machu Picchu
- A tour guide in Spanish and / or English for a group up of 14 people
- Tea time at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Hotel
- Return bus to Machu Picchu Town
- VIP Lounge at Machu Picchu Station
- Gourmet dinner on board
For more information on what is or is not included depending on the type of trip: one-way, only return or round-trip, we recommend entering the “Services Detail” of the Hiram Bingham train by clicking here.
One way service
Cusco – Machu Picchu
- Welcome show with typical dances of the region
- Coche Bar with the best Peruvian cocktails
- Gourmet lunch on board
- Observatory car to enjoy the landscapes of the route
- Live music show
- VIP waiting room at Machu Picchu Station
- Bus up to the citadel of Machu Picchu
- Entrance ticket to the citadel of Machu Picchu
- A tour guide for a maximum group of 14 people in Spanish and / or English
- Afternoon tea at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge hotel
For more information on what is or is not included depending on the type of trip: one-way, only return or round-trip, we recommend entering the “Services Detail” of the Hiram Bingham train by clicking here.
Return service
Machu Picchu – Cusco
- Afternoon tea at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge hotel
- Bus down to Machu Picchu Pueblo
- VIP waiting room at Machu Picchu Station
- Gourmet dinner on board,
- Live music show
- Coche Bar with the best Peruvian cocktails
For more information on what is or is not included depending on the type of trip: one-way, only return or round-trip, we recommend entering the “Services Detail” of the Hiram Bingham train by clicking here.
Vistadome – Machu Picchu
In Vistadome train service offers a different way to travel to the citadel of Machupicchu. The cars have panoramic windows located on the walls and ceilings of the cars, allowing you to have a connection to the outside. The Vistadome train brings the landscapes of the route to the citadel of Machu Picchu in a unique way, making passengers feel part of the nature that surrounds them.
Ida Trip: While you enjoy the beauty on our train to Machu Picchu, the background music will surround you so that the trip is pleasant and sensory. Additionally, an explanatory audio will describe the most relevant places on the route to the citadel.
Return trip: On the return route from Machu Picchu to Cusco you will experience the Andean culture closely through music and a beautiful dance from the region, as well as a fashion show on board that will show you an exclusive collection of clothing from baby alpaca with the latest trends which you can acquire if you wish.
Whether going to or returning from Machu Picchu, the trip includes a snack based on Andean ingredients to live the Andean experience from gastronomy, you can also enjoy the on-board sales service that offers other products to accompany you on your tour of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Wifi: Exclusive Internet access service for our passengers at the Poroy station, Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu.
For more information on what is or is not included in our panoramic train depending on the type of trip: one-way, only return or round-trip, we recommend entering the “Services Detail” of the Vistadome train by clicking here.
Departures:
Every day of the year, with a diversity of schedules and frequencies, that easily adapt to your travel itinerary. It is the only train to Machu Picchu with three departure stations: Poroy (Cusco), Ollantaytambo and Urubamba (Sacred Valley).
Approximate distances by train:
- San Pedro (Cusco) – Machu Picchu: 03 h 50 min
- Poroy (Cusco) – Machu Picchu: 03 h 30 min
- Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu: 01 h 30 min
- Urubamba – Machu Picchu: 02 h 30 min *
Seasons:
- San Pedro Station (Cusco)
- Poroy Station (Cusco). Wifi service available.
- Ollantaytambo Station. Wifi service available.
- Urubamba Station (Sacred Valley)
- Machu Picchu Station. Wifi service available.
Vistadome 601: Arrival at the Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado at 07:02 am. Departure at 07:05 am to the Machu Picchu train station. Exclusive stop only for hotel guests. Vistadome 304: Arrival at the Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado at 6:21 p.m. Departure at 6:31 p.m. to the final destination of the Urubamba station. Exclusive stop only for hotel guests.
Now more schedules available! As of January 02, 2020, Vistadome will have more schedules to offer a varied offer of itineraries combining experiences with the Expedition train.
Every year between January 02 and April 30, the Bimodal Service (Bus + Train) will operate, a comprehensive service that combines bus and train travel, departing and arriving from the city of Cusco. During this period: The Vistadome service includes a private bus departing from the Wanchaq Station, located 5 minutes from the center of Cusco, until reaching the Ollantaytambo Station. Here the transfer to the train with final destination to the Machu Picchu Station is made. The route for the outward journey is the same for the return journey. For more information about the service and the route map click here. Regular train services with departures and arrivals at Ollantaytambo Station and / or Urubamba will not be modified.
Expedition – Machu Picchu
If you want to live the adventure of your crossing from Cusco to Machu Picchu at a lower cost, the Expedition train is the ideal one for what you are looking for. This tourist service has all the comforts on board and a decoration inspired by Inca culture: the perfect anteroom for your visit to the citadel of Machu Picchu.
It will also have a highly trained staff who will be in charge of assisting you during the trip. Additionally, you will be able to enjoy the On Board Sales service, where you will find a wide variety of top quality products. See the product catalog here.
Wifi: Exclusive Internet access service for our passengers at the Poroy station, Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu.
For more information on what is or is not included in our train from Cusco to Machu Picchu: depending on the type of trip (one-way, only return or round-trip) we recommend entering the “Services Detail” of the Expedition train by clicking here .
Departures:
- Every day of the year, with a diversity of schedules and frequencies, that easily adapt to your travel itinerary.
Approximate distances by train:
- Distance between Poroy (Cusco) and Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes): 03 h, 30 min
- Distance between Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes): 01 h, 30 min
Seasons:
- Poroy Station (Cusco). Wifi service available.
- Ollantaytambo Station. Wifi service available.
- Machu Picchu Station (Aguas Aguas). Wifi service available.
Now more schedules available! Starting January 2, 2020, Expedition will have more timetables to offer a varied offer of itineraries combining experiences with the Vistadome train.
Between January 02 and April 30, 2020, the Bimodal Service (Bus + Train) will operate, a comprehensive service that combines bus and train travel, departing and arriving from the city of Cusco. During this period: The Expedition service includes a private bus departing from the Wanchaq Station, located 5 minutes from the center of Cusco, until reaching the Ollantaytambo Station. Here the transfer to the train with final destination to the Machu Picchu Station is made. The route for the outward journey is the same for the return journey. For more information about the service and the route map click here. Regular train services with departures and arrivals at Ollantaytambo Station and / or Urubamba will not be modified.
