A one-day visit to Machu Picchu via the luxurious Hiram Bingham train

Journey Itinerary

The journey typically lasts approximately 12 to 14 hours, starting and ending at your hotel in Cusco.

Morning Departure: You are picked up from your hotel (around 8:00 AM) and transferred to Poroy Station (30 minutes from Cusco).

Onboard Experience: The train departs at approximately 9:05 AM. During the 3.5-hour scenic ride through the Sacred Valley, you will enjoy:

A welcome cocktail and brunch/gourmet lunch.

Live traditional Peruvian music and dance performances.

Access to the Observation Car with an open-air balcony for panoramic Andean views.

Arrival & Tour: Arrive in Aguas Calientes around 12:24 PM. A private bus reserved for Hiram Bingham passengers takes you directly to the citadel, bypassing standard queues. You will have a 2 to 3-hour guided tour of major sites like the Temple of the Sun and Intihuatana.

Afternoon Tea: Following the tour, enjoy an exclusive Afternoon Tea at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, located right at the entrance of the ruins.

Evening Return: The return train departs Aguas Calientes at 5:50 PM. Onboard, you are served a gourmet 4-course dinner with fine wines, accompanied by a lively music-filled "party" atmosphere in the bar car. You arrive back at Poroy around 9:15 PM for a private transfer to your hotel.

Essential Details

Inclusions: Round-trip luxury train tickets, bus transfers, Machu Picchu entrance fees, private guide, all meals (brunch and dinner), open bar (selected drinks), and afternoon tea.

Seasonal Changes: From January to April (rainy season), a "Bimodal" service operates where you take a private bus from Cusco to the Sacred Valley to board the train.

Booking: It is highly recommended to book 45 to 90 days in advance, especially for high season (May–September), as tickets are limited.

Restrictions: The train does not typically operate on the last Sunday of each month.

Travel Tips

Identification: You must bring the original passport used for your booking to enter Machu Picchu.

Luggage: Only small personal bags (up to 5kg/11lbs) are allowed on the train; leave heavy luggage at your Cusco hotel.

What to Wear: Dress in layers (Andean weather changes quickly) and wear sturdy walking shoes for the citadel's stone stairs.

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