Hiram Bingham, A Belmond Train
Machu Picchu, Peru
Hiram Bingham, A Belmond Train, Machu Picchu
Av. Pachacutec s/n
Wanchaq Station Cusco
Peru
https://www.perurail.com/
TRAIN INFORMATION
Group
Belmond Limited
Shareholders
Belmond LTD: Owners, part-owners or managers of luxury hotels, restaurants, tourist trains and river cruise properties operating in various countries. Ferrocarril Transandino S.A. (FTSA): Holder of the Southern and South-eastern line railway concessions in Peru. It is the currently exclusive rail operator on FTSA’s track network. PeruRail: Train operator for South and South West routes.
Date of Creation
On August 28, 2003
Train General Manager
Andy Montufar
Train Positioning
5-Star Luxury
Development strategy
Being on board the Hiram Bingham, A Belmond Train, Machu Picchu is a unique and unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime luxury travel experience on your way to Machu Picchu.
Hiram Bingham, A Belmond Train, Machu Picchu
History & Story
A visit to the world-famous site of Machu Picchu is a once-in-a-lifetime event. It makes sense for the journey itself to be outstanding too. Hiram Bingham, A Belmond Train in Peru, offers a magical rail adventure. Travelling between Cusco and Machu Picchu, the gleaming train is named after the explorer who rediscovered the Inca citadel in 1911. Pullman-style carriages carry up to 84 guests in unrivaled style. Polished wood, upholstered armchairs and antique fittings set the scene for a graceful, relaxing journey.
Departing from Poroy, just outside Cusco, guests are welcomed with a cocktail before settling down to a lavish brunch. Pisco sours can be enjoyed in the Bar Car alongside warm Peruvian hospitality and a lively local band. From the Observation Car, enthralling vistas are absorbed. The train winds through the Sacred Valley’s soaring mountains and deep green valleys. As the scenery changes to lush cloud forest, the sense of adventure is heightened.
The train’s leisurely pace means the 57-mile route takes around 3.5 hours in each direction, giving ample time to soak up both the views and the ambience on board. Arriving at Machu Picchu, guests are met by a personal guide who leads them on a tour of the sacred site. The experience also includes afternoon tea at Sanctuary Lodge, located adjacent to the citadel.
On the return journey, a four-course, Andean-inspired menu is accompanied by regional wines.
Guests can choose to combine their journey with a stay at Rio Sagrado, in the Sacred Valley, which has its own train stop.
Date Renewal
August 2003
Main Strengths, Special Touch
The Hiram Bingham, A Belmond Train, Machu Picchu train focuses on offering a unique travel experience to their passengers and convinced them that part of it is immersed in the reality of life and the people around us.
Location
The Hiram Bingham, A Belmond Train, Machu Picchu is a luxury train that travels to Machu Picchu. Machu Picchu is a city located 112 km away from Cusco and situated 2,350 meters above sea level. The journey from Cusco to Machu Picchu takes 3 hours ½ approximately. On the route, passengers can enjoy a unique landscape and the amazing beauty that surrounds it. Departures are all year round Monday to Saturday from Poroy (Cusco) and Sacred Valley.
Key sites/activities in the area
The Hiram Bingham, A Belmond Train, Machu Picchu offer an unforgettable journey to Machu Picchu. In Machu Picchu, passengers can enjoy the following activities around the area: Citadel of Machu Picchu: located 25 minutes by bus the Station. A private, guided tour and the entrance to the Citadel are included in the train ticket. After the guided tour in the Citadel of Machu Picchu, our passengers can enjoy an afternoon tea time in the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, located right next to the Citadel.
Fun facts
• Live music onboard
• Unlimited drinks
• Private, professional guide for the Inca Citadel for groups of maximum 14 people. English or Spanish.
• Entry ticket to the Citadel
• Pisco sour lesson on boards
Children’s Corner
The following entertainment is available aboard for children:
• DVD’s players
• DVD’s Movies
• Books with crayons
• Small gift
TRAIN FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of Dining Cars: 02
• Number of Observatory Car: 01
• Number of Bar Car: 01
• All meals and drinks are included
Extra Notable Features
•Private tour for Machu Picchu, in either Spanish or English for groups of 14 people or less
•Afternoon Tea is offered in Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
•Bus transfer to/from the Citadel is included
•Entry ticket to the Inca Citadel is included
• Exclusive use of the VIP Lounge in Machu Picchu Station
Hotel and restaurant Awards
2016-2017
- 2017 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
- 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
- 2016 The IRT Society’s Best-Loved Railway Journey – Which places it among the top 25 trains in the world « World’s Top 25 Trains
2014-2015
- 2015 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
- 2014 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
- 2015 Condé Nast Traveller (UK) – Ninth in the ‘Specialist Train Operators Category’.
Number of employees
16