Belmond Hiram Bingham Train to Machu Picchu

ITINERARY 

DAY 1

Belmond Hiram Bingham Machu Picchu Train - TRAIN CARS

Transfer service from Cusco at 07:05

Belmond Hiram Bingham Train Peru: OUTBOUND JOURNEY

• Travel route: From Poroy to Machu Picchu Pueblo
• Class: Hiram Bingham 11 (Poroy)
• Poroy’s departure: 09:05
  • At the station: 8:45
• Arrival in Aguas Calientes: 12:24

Belmond Hiram Bingham Train Peru: INBOUND JOURNEY

• Service: From Machu Picchu Pueblo to Poroy
• Class: Hiram Bingham 12 (Poroy)
• Departure from Aguas Calientes: 17:50
  • At the station: 17:20
• Arrival at Poroy: 21:16
• Arrival to Cusco by transport: 21:46

The Belmond Hiram Bingham Train is a journey through the Andes of Peru. A 1920s Pullman train, the Belmond Hiram Bingham Train is fun and welcoming. People traveling on these trains receive a welcome drink upon arrival. Travelers will have a refined gastronomic experience and live music on the way back. This trip includes a stop at the main building of Machu Picchu to explore it.

In a luxury train serving food and music, travelers can travel to the heart of the Inca Empire. Hiram Bingham – The luxury train to Machu Picchu is a journey between Poroy and Machupicchu Pueblo.

Only the Hiram Bingham train tour offers access to Machu Picchu. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is priceless and hard to find anywhere else. Hiram Bingham’s luxury train has an elegant style. It has a nice sample car and a wine car.

Lounge Car: The bar car is perfect for a cocktail with live Peruvian music.

Dinner Car: As you board, the tables are exquisitely set with gleaming crystal and polished cutlery. Our maitre will invite you to enjoy brunch and a gastronomic dinner specially created by our chef on board.

Observation Car: The observation car has large cushioned seats, making it the perfect place to sit, relax, and watch the Peruvian landscape unfold.

*The observation CAR does not operate between January 01 to April 31, 2023.

GENERAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Belmond Hiram Bingham Luxury Train – Travel to the lost Incan city of Machu Picchu in style with the Belmond Hiram Bingham Train! Enjoy spectacular scenery and fine dining as you traverse Peru’s ancient Andes Mountains.

1. Panoramic Windows: No
2. Impact-Resistant and UV Protection Windows: Yes.
3. Bar and Observation Car: Yes, “the balcony on the Observation Car.
4. Kitchen Car: Yes
5. Air Conditioning: Yes
6. Stereo Sound System: Yes
7. Anti-vibration System: Yes
8. Luggage Space: Yes, 5 kg/11 lb. per passenger, 62 lineal in/157 cm (height + length + width).
9. Capacity: 42 seats per car
10. Interiors: Cloth upholstered seats and luxury finishes.
11. Tables: Yes
12. Seats: Very comfortable and elegant
13. Leg Space: 78 cm
14. Tables: Wood fiber
15. Smoke Detectors: Yes
16. Emergency Lighting: Yes

SERVICES AND FACILITIES

Feel like a celebrity while riding the historical Belmond Hiram Bingham train through the stunning landscapes of Peru. An unforgettable, unique adventure!

1. Waiting Room: Yes
2. VIP Lounge: Yes (at the Machu Picchu Station)
3. Level of Comfort: Very comfortable and elegant
4. Music on Board: Yes
5. Emergency Kit: Yes
6. Staff: One train manager, three onboard service staff, two bartenders, and one waiter per car.
7. Frequency: One frequency (Round trip).
8. Luggage Storage at the Stations: Free at the Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu Stations from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
9. Hotel Pickup and Return: “operated by Kondor Path Tours.”
10. Other Services: Security, cleaning, and mechanical services are always on board.

Food

None

Physical Level

1, Easy

Walking Distance

A light walk

Hiking Time

2-hour guided tour

Starting Altitude

Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)

Minimun Altitude

Machu Picchu Ruins: 2,400m (7,874 ft)

Highest Altitude

Poroy Train Station: 3,570m (11,712 ft)

ROUND TRIP SERVICE: CUSCO – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

Hiram Bingham Round Trip Luxury Train to Machu Picchu 

• Welcome, show aboard with typical dances of the region.
• A Bar Car with the best Peruvian cocktails
• Gourmet lunch on board.
• An Observatory Car to enjoy the scenery of the route.
• Live music show.
• Upbound bus to the Machu Picchu Citadel.
• Entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu Citadel.
• A tour guide in Spanish or English for a group of up to 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.

OUTBOUND JOURNEY SERVICE

Experience a memorable rail journey on Peru’s iconic Belmond Hiram Bingham Train, with spectacular views of Machu Picchu and its stunning surroundings.

Belmond Hiram Bingham Luxury Train | CUSCO – MACHU PICCHU

• Welcome, show aboard with typical dances of the region.
• A Bar Car with the best Peruvian cocktails
• Gourmet lunch on board.
• An Observatory Car to enjoy the scenery of the route.
• Live music show.
• VIP Lounge at Machu Picchu Station.
• Upbound bus to the Machu Picchu Citadel.
• Entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu Citadel.
• A tour guide in Spanish or English for a group of 14 people and tea time at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Hotel

INBOUND JOURNEY SERVICE

Belmond Hiram Bingham Luxury Train | MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

• Tea time at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Hotel.
• Return bus to Machu Picchu Town.
• VIP Lounge at Machu Picchu Station.
• Gourmet dinner on board.
• Live music show.
• A Bar Car with the best Peruvian cocktails

Hiram Bingham luxury train to Machu Picchu

Destination: POROY TO MACHU PICCHU PUEBLO “Aguas Calientes”

ROUND TRAIN SERVICE

• Welcome: Live music and dances, quinoa punch, Pisco cocktail with sparkling wine (this can vary according to the season)
• Gift: Belmond Hiram Bingham travel bag.
• Food: Lunch and gourmet dinner, with food restrictions or allergy options.
• Extra Costs: Alcoholic and Non-alcoholic drinks are all-inclusive, except for a wine selection with additional costs.
• Beverages: All non-alcoholic beverages and hot drinks. White and red wine (Argentine and Chilean), sparkling wine (Peruvian, Tacama), and Cusqueña beer. Pisco Sours the entire trip.
• Admission to Machu Picchu (Includes Ticket): Included.
• Bus to Machu Picchu: Bus up to and from the citadel of Machu Picchu.
  • The bus down to Machu Picchu leaves the citadel at 4:45 p.m.
• Tour of Machu Picchu Citadel: Tour with a professional guide (approximately two and a half hours)
  • Note 1: The guided tour is for a maximum of 14 people. If you would like an excursion in a different language, this will depend on the passengers (minimum of 14). Peru Rail can help the passenger hire a guide in the requested language in smaller groups.
• Afternoon Tea: Included, at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Hotel, + Wifi
  • Note 2: Afternoon tea begins at 4 pm and ends at 4:45 pm.
• Entertainment on Board: A live band plays typical local and international music.

Features:

1. 1920s-style carriages with luxurious amenities.
2. Gourmet dining with Peruvian specialties and fine wines.
3. Live entertainment, including traditional music and dance performances.
4. The observation car has an open-air balcony for panoramic views.
5. Panoramic windows for stunning views of the Andes.
6. Stops at historic sites, including the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu.
7. Private bus transfer from the train station to Machu Picchu.

Advantages:

1. Experience the ultimate luxury train journey through the Peruvian Andes.
2. Relax in the observation car or outdoor balcony and soak up the atmosphere.
3. Taste the best of Peruvian cuisine with fresh and locally sourced ingredients.
4. See breathtaking views of the Andean mountains and lush valleys.
5. Skip the crowds and hassle of public transportation with a private bus transfer to Machu Picchu.
6. Experience the magic of Machu Picchu uniquely and unforgettably.
7. Create unforgettable memories on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Climb aboard the luxurious Belmond Hiram Bingham Train for an unforgettable journey to marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Machu Picchu.

Take a unique experience through Peru’s Eye of the Incas on the legendary Belmond Hiram Bingham train, exploring breathtaking Machu Picchu in luxury and style.

Belmond Hiram Bingham Train COST

+ Machu Picchu Private Guided Tour
We operate the Belmond Hiram Bingham Luxury Train to Machu Picchu
FROM MAY 1 TO DECEMBER 31: Season 2023 – 2024

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