Hiram Bingham Round Trip Luxury Train to Machu Picchu
Experience first-class transport and dining all the way to Machu Picchu and back aboard the Belmond Hiram Bingham train, equipped with classic 1920s Pullman cars that hold no more than 84 passengers. During this luxurious journey through breathtaking Andean landscapes, you get to enjoy a tablecloth lunch and dinner served with free-flowing wines by an attentive staff. Enjoy transfer rides reserved for Hiram Bingham passengers and tour world-famous Machu Picchu. Before you head back to Cusco (and reality), stop for afternoon tea at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, the only hotel on the ancient site.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Belmond Trains, Cusco 08002 Peru
After hotel pickup in Cusco, take a 20-minute drive to Poroy station, where a welcome drink is offered to you before you step on the train.
Once you're on board, thread your way through a sparkling interior of brass and polished wood to find your elegantly upholstered seat. During the 3-hour ascent to the Aguas Calientes, the nearest station to Machu Picchu, explore the train’s observation platform, bar car and two dining wagons, where you’ll enjoy a 3-course lunch (see a sample menu in Itinerary below).
Meals below are paired with wine suggested by the sommelier.
Sample lunch menu (subject to change)
First course:
• Wayllabamba trout with fava beans, Andean mint and airampo emulsion
Main course:
• Lamb cannelloni with spring greens, elderberry and potato pesto
Dessert:
• Organic cocoa with pineapple, olive oil, Maca toffee, Maras salt and lavender
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu Peru
When you arrive at the Aguas Calientes station, board a shuttle bus specially reserved for Hiram Bingham passengers.
Stroll through the cloud-shrouded archaeological site with a guide who leads you through the ancient city’s main streets, ceremonial shrines, solar clock and precisely carved stairways.
Learn about how the Incas designed the small city to be self-contained, built with agricultural terraces that fed its residents and watered by natural springs.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu, Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, Carretera Hiram Bingham Km 7.5, 08680, Peru
After the guided tour, walk over to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge for afternoon tea. Enjoy scones and sandwiches with tea or coffee, or try appetizers and choose from a selection of wine.
Back down to Aguas Calientes and settle into your seats aboard the Hiram Bingham. Enjoy a 4-course gourmet meal (see a sample menu below). You may find yourself joining the musicians in song and dance during the return journey to Cusco.
Sample dinner menu (subject to change)
First course:
• Amuse-bouche
• Duck ham dressed with Eucalyptus leaves, jam corn and crispy chili skin
Second course:
• Potato and leek soup with purple kiwicha, extra virgin olive oil and toronjil lemonMain course (choice of one):
• Pachamanca with an emulsion of roots, bulbs, leaves and black quinoa
• Maras beef with root confit, Quillabamba peanuts and a tartar of white grape and myrtle
Dessert:
• Apple-custard parfait with carrots and cocoa nibs, drizzled with mandarin and ginger reduction
Duration: 4 hours
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"IMPORTANT: ALL traveler passport details are needed (Full name and Passport ID). Please provide these details in the additional request box, otherwise the tour is not confirmed."
"Please note: The guided tour lasts around 2.5 hours."
"It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sunglasses and water"
"Minimum age to drink alcohol is 18 years"
"A maximum of 10 people per guide inside Machu Picchu according with park authority rules."
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Big suitcases are not allowed in Hiram Bingham train. Bring a small bag or backpack for your next day clothes, if you stay in the area of Machu Picchu."
"Big suitcases must leave in the storage of your Cusco hotel. If you need help to move your baggages, contact us for extra service."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Duração: 13 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
This activity includes roundtrip transfer from your hotel, apartment or home. Some locations are in areas where the access by vehicle is not permitted. Send your details in order to arrange your pickup and drop-off in a nearby place.
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.