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Experience Machu Picchu via the Hiram Bingham, a five-star observation train that combines world-class comfort with access to Peru's most iconic archaeological site. This all-inclusive 12-hour journey features gourmet Peruvian cuisine, curated wines, and live music—transforming your once-in-a-lifetime visit into a refined cultural immersion.
The Hiram Bingham train service is the most luxurious way to travel to Machu Picchu. For most tourists, visiting Machu Picchu is a unique experience that they will only have once in their lives, and the Hiram Bingham will ensure then a magical and unforgettable journey.
Travel by luxury train, with an exquisite Peruvian food, a good selection of wines and show of music on board. Come and visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World: Machu Picchu, and complete the tour with a delicious tea time before going back to the city of Cusco.
Highlights
- ✓Five-star luxury train with panoramic glass windows and open-air observation cars
- ✓Gourmet multi-course Peruvian meals and carefully selected wine pairings on board
- ✓Live traditional Peruvian music and cultural performances during the journey
- ✓Guided access to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World
- ✓Afternoon tea service before return to Cusco
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off included from Cusco
Insider tips
- ★Request a seat on the right side of the train for the best views of the Urubamba River valley during the ascent.
- ★Arrive at Cusco 2–3 days early to acclimatise to the altitude and enjoy better health on the day of travel.
- ★Wear layers—mornings are cool at altitude, but the train's open-air cars warm up significantly midday.
- ★The train fills quickly during June–August; book 6–8 weeks ahead for peak-season dates.
Good to know
- •Departs early morning from Cusco; hotel collection typically begins 6:00–6:30 AM.
- •Duration is 12 hours total, including train journey, guided site time, and return to Cusco.
- •All meals and drinks (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, wine, and soft beverages) are included; dietary requirements should be noted at booking.
- •Comfortable walking shoes essential; Machu Picchu involves moderate uphill terrain and uneven stone steps.
- •The journey is accessible for most fitness levels, but not suitable for those with severe mobility restrictions; steep sections exist at the site itself.
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Best time to visit
Visit May–September for dry, sunny weather and clearer views of the ruins. Early morning departures mean you'll reach Machu Picchu by mid-morning, ideal for photography before midday crowds and cloud cover arrive.











