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NOTICE: Temporary suspension of the Hidroeléctrica route until April 12th

LUXURY TRAIN TO MACHU PICCHU

A journey filled in with an unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime experience on your way to Machu Picchu

Please note: To guarantee your entrance ticket to the citadel of Machu Picchu,
we suggest you book your train more than 45 days in advance of your travel date. More information here.

Hiram Bingham

Have you ever dreamed of traveling through the Peruvian Andes on a train modeled on the Pullman cars of the 1920s? The Hiram Bingham train not only makes this possible, it turns a magical journey into an unforgettable experience, with personalized service that takes care of every last detail on your trip.

Travel on the exclusive and luxurious Hiram Bingham train and enjoy the elegant dining car, the bar car, and the observatory, where you can take in the unmatched scenery in the open air while sipping on a traditional Peruvian cocktail and listening to live local music.

Departures:
We operate every day except the last Sunday of each month (this exception does not apply to the last Sunday of March, July and December).

Experiences on board

Show de bienvenida en Hiram Bingham, a Belmond Train
Welcome Show
Before commencing your journey, you will enjoy a traditional dance performance, live music, and a cocktail made from Peruvian liquor at the train station where you will board.
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Live Music
To the beat of the Peruvian cajón and tambourines, a unique show with traditional and international music will accompany you throughout the journey, framing what will be an unforgettable trip to the Machu Picchu citadel – Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes).
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Three-Course Gourmet Lunch or Dinner
If you choose the outbound trip to Machu Picchu Pueblo, the maître will invite you to savor a gourmet Peruvian cuisine lunch. And if your journey is a return to the city of Cusco, you will enjoy a gourmet dinner. In both cases, you can pair your meal with cold and hot beverages as well as an excellent selection of wines.
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Entrance to Machu Picchu Citadel
This service not only includes the train journey but also your direct access to the Machu Picchu Citadel. In other words, a complete experience:

- Admission ticket to the Machu Picchu Citadel
- Private round-trip bus to the citadel
- Tour guide (English and Spanish)
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Cocktail in the mountains at the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel
Enjoy an unforgettable afternoon accompanied by tea at the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Train. Applicable for return trips only.
Hiram Bingham, a Belmond Train
Dining Car, Bar, and Observatory
Travel to Machu Picchu on the exclusive and luxurious Hiram Bingham train and delight in the sophisticated dining car, the bar car, and the observatory car, where you can savor the magnificent route in the open air, along with a Peruvian cocktail and live local music shows.

Train interior

  • The bar car is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail accompanied by live Peruvian music.
  • As you board, the tables are exquisitely set with gleaming crystal and polished cutlery. Our maître d’ will invite you to enjoy brunch and a gastronomic dinner, specially created by our onboard chef.
  • The observation car is furnished with large cushioned seats, making it the perfect place to sit, relax and watch the Peruvian landscape unfold. .

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Stations for boarding the train

Wachaq Station (Cusco)

Located in the heart of the city of Cusco, a 15-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas (Main Square). From this station you can also take the bus in the Bimodal bus service (bus + train) bound for Machu Picchu Pueblo. For more information click here

  • Address: Av. Pachacútec s/n, Distrito de Wánchaq, Cusco

Ollantaytambo Station (Cusco)

This train station is in the heart of the Sacred Valley. It is popular with visitors because of the large number of departure times. Located 1.30 hours from Cusco’s Plaza de Armas (Main Square).

 

  • Address: Av. Ferrocarril s/n, Ollantaytambo, Valle Sagrado, Cusco

Machu Picchu Station (Machu Picchu Pueblo)

Located in the center of Machu Picchu Pueblo, inside the Handicrafts Market.

 

  • Address: Machu Picchu Pueblo s/n, Barrio Las Orquídeas, Machu Picchu Pueblo, Cusco

Route

Hiram Bingham, a Belmond Train

Journeys

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 for a maximum group of 10 people in Spanish and/or English.
  • Cocktail in the mountains at the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel.

Note: None of the following points will affect the rest of the services included when traveling on the Hiram Bingham train:

  • In dates of high influx of tourists to Machu Picchu, the visit included in this service to the citadel will only correspond to circuit 3. For more information about Machu Picchu circuits, click here
  •  If you purchase your train ticket within 45 days prior to the date you wish to travel, entrance to the Machu Picchu citadel will not be guaranteed.
  • If you request modifications and/or cancellations once the train tickets have been issued, you will lose your entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu citadel.

For more information on what is or is not included, we recommend you to go to “Detail of Services” of the Hiram Bingham train by clicking here.

Hiram Bingham Train, operate every day except the last Sunday of each month (this exception does not apply to the last Sunday of March, July and December).

Machu Picchu – Cusco
 
  • Cocktail in the mountains at the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond 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 Train, operate every day except the last Sunday of each month (this exception does not apply to the last Sunday of March, July and December).

Cusco – Machu Picchu – Cusco

  • 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 and/or English for a group up of 10 people
  • Cocktail in the mountains at the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel.
  • Return bus to Machu Picchu Town
  • VIP Lounge at Machu Picchu Station
  • Gourmet dinner on board

Note: None of the following points will affect the rest of the services included when traveling on the Hiram Bingham train:

  •  In dates of high influx of tourists to Machu Picchu, the visit included in this service to the citadel will only correspond to circuit 3. For more information about Machu Picchu circuits, click here
  •  If you purchase your train ticket within 45 days prior to the date you wish to travel, entrance to the Machu Picchu citadel will not be guaranteed.
  • If you request modifications and/or cancellations once the train tickets have been issued, you will lose your entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu citadel.

Hiram Bingham Train, operate every day except the last Sunday of each month (this exception does not apply to the last Sunday of March, July and December).

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