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Train to Machu Picchu
Train To Machu Picchu
Go by train is part of an amazing voyage to know Machu
Picchu. Its recommendable to book in advance, and count with a tour guide
that understand
well the culture and can clarify all your doubts and questions; so you’re not going to waste your time, safe money and
optimize your visit.
There already exist 6 categories or types of
trains to made the trip to Machu Picchu for foreigners and Peruvians.
PERU RAIL
TRAIN EXPEDITION (BACKPACKER)
This train was designed for adventure travelers who seek to discover all the
journey details. This service is for traveler´s comfort, whit seats located in
front of each other, and you can share your experience, also this train has
panoramic windows. Expedition service has remodeled his seat upholstery with
Inca motifs, giving them a very local and indigenous touch and the convenience
of having ample space for your backpacks. Expedition service departs from two
stations: Cusco (Poroy) and the Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo)
TRAIN VISTADOME
The Vistadome is the ideal train for people who want to have contact with the
natural environment and appreciate the journey to Machu Picchu. This train has
panoramic windows so you can take the pictures that you want. The Vistadome has
air conditioning and comfortable seats which can suit to your body providing
comfort and relaxing during your trip. This train offers the best comfort and
quality service.
LUXURY TRAIN HIRAM BINGHAM
The Hiram Bingham is the most luxury train and offers the best service that you
ever had, because travel to Machu Picchu is once lifetime experience and you´ll
enjoy a full day and unforgettable experience. The carriers are painted in a
distinctive blue and the interiors are decorated in the style of the 1920’s
Pullman trains. The train is composed of two dining cars, an observation bar car
and a kitchen car, and can carry up to 84 passengers.
LOCAL TRAIN
From Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu, the local train has 5 carriages, for the
exclusive use for Peruvians, only be up here, possessing the DNI. These cars are
not very comfortable, and sometimes passengers and cargo traveling in the
hallways.
INKA RAIL
All of them depart from Ollanta-Machu Picchu.
INCA RAIL TOURIST TRAIN
This service is for people who are looking for comfort at the best price. With
comfortable seats and tables in front, panoramic windows and delicious beverages
combine with the amazing scenery makes an unforgettable experience. The train
departs 3 times a day Monday through Sunday. From Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu,
the trip takes 1 ½ hours.
EXECUTIVE TRAIN
For people who have a good taste, the comfort and relax, this train was made for
the passenger who want to relax in the journey and enjoy the scenes of the
environment.
During the trip we offer a selection of cookies and dried fruits and nuts, all
made without chemicals or preservatives, also you can choose a variety of cold
and hot beverages.
FIRST CLASS TRAIN
This exclusive service designed for passengers demanding value comfort. Relaxing
background music, fragrant flowers, a wide selection of delicious, healthy
snacks, homemade chocolates are part of this spectacular trip which the
passenger enjoy in the route to Machu Picchu. With only 30 seats for each car,
offers spacious and comfortable seating, all the seats has tables and panoramic
windows and protection UV. Also you can taste the delicious Peruvian food each
dishes will be accompanied with a cup of wine. Certainly all this stuff will
make your trip an unforgettable experience.
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