Machu Picchu is the tourist destination that everyone wants to visit. And the safest and fastest way to go there is through a comfortable train ride. There are only two companies that offer train travel to the Inca citadel: Peru Rail and Inca Rail. Both offer comfortable, safe and, in some cases, luxurious train services. Meet the ten types of trains for the trip to Machu Picchu and decide how to visit the Wonder of the World.
Peru Rail's local train offers a very economical train ride for Cusco residents who, for work or other reasons, need daily transportation along the route to Machu Picchu. In addition, the train offers transportation to citizens of Peru, as long as they find availability. The purchase must be made in person in the city of Cusco with 3, 4 or 5 days in advance.
The local train is not a tourist service so it does not have tables, on-board service or sale of snacks and drinks on the train. Even many local people who purchase tickets at the last minute travel standing (the train can be crowded). Most trains depart from Ollantaytambo station. Schedules are: 5.05 am, 9.50 am, 12.55 pm, 7.04 pm and 9 pm. In addition, a train leaves the city of Cusco at 7.02 am.
The Expedition train is Peru Rail's most economical tourist service. That is, it offers a relaxing trip with comfortable seats, tables, large windows, on-board service, music with informative audio, as well as snacks and drinks on board. The purchase of the train ticket can be made in the city of Cusco or online through the Peru Rail website. It is recommended to do so approximately 1 month in advance.
The train also offers the option of Bimodal service (bus + train). Most trains depart from Ollantaytambo station, but also from San Pedro (Cusco city) and Poroy stations. From Cusco they leave at 6.40 am, 7.30 am and 8.25 am. From Ollantaytambo, at 5.05 am, 6.10 am, 7.45 am, 8.29 am, 9.15 am, 10.32 am, 11.52 am, 12.55 pm and 7.04 pm. The train is one of the most popular services for tourists from all over the world.
The Vistadome train is one of Peru Rail's most famous services as it combines a pleasant trip with on-board entertainment. Its main feature is its wide side and upper windows that allow you to better appreciate the beautiful scenery of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The train also includes comfortable seats, tables, large windows, on-board service, snacks and complimentary drinks and even a music, dance and alpaca garment parade.
The Vistadome train has daily departures from the stations of San Pedro (Cusco), Poroy and, mainly, Ollantaytambo. It also offers the Bimodal service, which adds the first bus trip from Cusco to Ollantaytambo, the station with the most daily departures. These depart daily at 7.05 am, 8 am, 8.29 am, 9.15 am, 10.32 am, 12.55 pm and 3.37 pm. The trip to Machupicchu town (Aguas Calientes) takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Peru Rail's Vistadome Observatory train offers the same amenities of the Vistadome train, but adding an observatory car where you enjoy the train ride with an outdoor balcony, as well as a live music show. That is, this train offers: panoramic views, typical dance show, informative audio, complimentary snacks and drinks, parade of collection of garments made of alpaca (only on return train) as well as observatory car.
The Vistadome Observatory train also has comfortable seats, tables and large upper and side windows that allow a breathtaking view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Trains depart from Ollantaytambo station on two daily schedules: at 7.45 am and 1.27 pm. The return trip departs from Aguas Calientes at 10.55 am. This train allows for incredible photographs and a memorable experience on the trip to Machu Picchu.
Peru Rail's Hiram Bingham train is one of the most luxurious in the world. It departs from Poroy station (located 15 kilometers from the city of Cusco) and includes excellent quality services such as: welcome show with Cusquenian dances, bar car with Peruvian cocktails, gourmet lunch (or dinner), observatory car with balcony, live music show, VIP waiting room in Machupicchu village, bus to Machu Picchu, entrance ticket to Machu Picchu and tour guide for the archaeological site.
The Hiram Bingham train owes its name to the American scientist who in 1911 gave the world news of the existence of Machu Picchu. The train departs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. The train trip takes approximately 3 hours. The train departs from Poroy station at 9:05 am. It is recommended to buy the train ticket at least one month in advance since the availability of the entrance to Machu Picchu is limited.
The Voyager train is the most economical service offered by Inca Rail, the second company that operates the train route to Machu Picchu. The train is a tourist service that includes comfortable seats, large windows, tables, background music (with information throughout the trip), snacks and drinks for sale, as well as a musical performance of the famous Quechua drama 'Ollantay', whose origin dates back to Inca times.
The Voyager train also offers the Bimodal service, which starts with bus transportation from the city of Cusco to Ollantaytambo and the subsequent train ride from there to the town of Aguas Calientes. The Bimodal service departs from Cusco every day in six schedules: from 4.20 am, 4.50 am, 8.30 am, 9.55 am, 1.30 pm and 4.15 pm. From Ollantaytambo station it departs at 6.40 am, 7.22 am, 11.15 am, 12.36 pm, 4.36 pm and 7.27 pm.
The 360 train is one of Inca Rail's most recommended tourist services since it offers a great experience during the trip. Its main characteristic is its carriages with wide side and upper windows, which allow you to appreciate the splendorous landscape of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It also offers comfortable seats, tables, snacks, drinks, on-board service, as well as an open-air observatory car.
The 360 train also offers USB port for charging mobile devices and a waiting room at Ollantaytambo station. Departures are daily from Cusco (Bimodal service). Buses depart from Avenida El Sol 843 at two times: at 4.50 am and at 9.55 am. All Inca Rail services allow you to add, for an extra cost, the bus to Machu Picchu, the tour guide service and even the entrance to the Inca citadel.
The Premium & Lounge train is an innovative service of Inca Rail, which offers a VIP experience on the trip to Machu Picchu. It offers an exclusive package during the train ride: preferential boarding in Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes (entrance to the carriage without queuing), live music, snack included, bar service (drinks not included) as well as open balcony carriage for excellent photographs.
As with all Inca Rail trains, the Premium & Lounge service also offers the onboard staging of the musical drama 'Ollantay'. The train departs from Ollantaytambo station. However, you can also add the Bimodal bus that takes tourists from the city of Cusco to the station. The purchase can be made with any credit or debit card. The boarding card is sent to the tourist's e-mail. The train leaves Ollantaytambo at 11.15 am.
The First Class train is an executive service of Inca Rail, which stands out for the exquisite gastronomy served on board. In addition to comfortable seats, panoramic windows and maximum comfort, it includes: an open-air balcony to appreciate the beautiful scenery, ambient Andean music, gourmet menu (lunch or dinner), as well as wine tasting on board. Of course, it also offers the performance of the Ollantay drama.
The carriages of Inca Rail's First Class train are elegantly decorated in Andean style. It also offers comfortable seats with ample space. All passengers have a welcome cocktail. It even offers a bus ride from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. The train leaves every day from Ollantaytambo station. You can also add the Bimodal bus trip from the city of Cusco, as well as the entrance to Machu Picchu.
The Private train is a luxury service of Inca Rail. It has many all-inclusive services for a trip such as: observatory car, gourmet menu (lunch or dinner), private bus to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, live music (musical show), welcome champagne, as well as a free bar with the best wines and cocktails. The train offers a beautiful Andean decoration in luxury.
The Private train operates any day of the year at the request of the tourist (maximum of 8 passengers). Reservations are made by email to consultas@incarail.com. The gourmet menu consists of three courses: starter, main course and dessert. All prepared by Cusco's best chefs. Drinks include pisco sour, white wine, red wine, mineral water, fresh juices and more. This is a luxury trip to Machu Picchu.
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