Luxury Train Journeys in Peru made for you
Explore Peru on a rail tour through mountains, rivers and historic cities
Peru by rail: Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca and Arequipa
There is no better, more stylish, or comfortable way to travel to the misty Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, than by train.
Taking a Machu Picchu train gives you time to relax and take in the scenery of misty mountains and rushing rivers as you wind your way to the final train station on the line: the tiny town of Aguas Calientes.
You can choose to start and end the journey in Cusco, the Sacred Valley, or depending on your itinerary you can choose to take different sections of the route. There are two locomotive options available: the oh-so romantic Hiram Bingham train or the Vistadome train, complete with windows in the roof for a panoramic view of the mountains.
Peru luxury train travel extends beyond Machu Picchu. Between the city of Cusco, Lake Titicaca and the White City of Arequipa, the Belmond Andean Explorer provides luxurious overnight journeys flanked by breathtaking views in utter comfort.
We can help you create the perfect itinerary in Peru, combining your train journeys with hiking, biking and driving excursions across beautiful landscapes. You’ll also have the chance to learn about local culture and traditions through carefully chosen experiences from our Positive Impact Collection.
From our experts
Experiences picked by our specialists
Start your journey in Cusco or the Sacred Valley
Begin in Cusco, the Sacred Valley or take selected sections of the journey towards Aguas Calientes
Take the Hiram Bingham to Machu Picchu
Enjoy gourmet food and wine on aboard the Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu
Hike part of the Inca Trail
Hike part of the Inca Trail on a train-trekking adventure from the Vistadome
Sleep aboard the Belmond Andean Explorer to Lake Titicaca
Spend the night aboard the Belmond Andean Explorer, travelling between Cusco, Lake Titicaca and Arequipa
A word from one of our experts
Travelling around Peru by train feels totally indulgent. It’s hard to believe that these luxury trains are operating across some of the most remote areas in Peru, taking guests from one incredible highlight to another. After a busy day of sightseeing at Machu Picchu, enjoying an evening meal on the Hiram Bingham, heading back to Cusco is the perfect ending to an epic adventure at the incredible ancient ruins.
Lizzie Slater
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Why book with Jacada
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Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
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Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
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Responsible travel
Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
Trip inspiration
Get inspired with our luxury train example trips in Peru and then get in touch to plan your own adventure
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Meet your Latin America team
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Berni De Luca
Client Experience Manager for Latin America
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Charles Kronsten
Senior Travel Designer
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Dan Scott-Kerr
Travel Designer
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Delfina Russo
Travel Designer
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Demi Roberts
Senior Travel Designer
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Em Jennison
Travel designer
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Flavia Toledo
Latin America Concierge
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James Sirotkin
Travel Designer
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Jennifer Richt
Senior Travel Designer
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Kit Wong
Senior Travel Designer
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Lily Bunker
Senior Travel Designer
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Lizzie Slater
Travel Designer
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Melanie Vieira
Senior Concierge – Latin America
When to visit
Luxury train journeys in Peru run all year round. However, many of Peru’s highlights are best visited during the dry winter season, which runs from May to October. February is Peru’s rainy month so it’s best to avoid this if you hope to do a lot of outdoor activities in between your rail journeys.
Machu Picchu
May - October
Luxury train journeys
Year Round
Rainy season
February
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