Peru's Trains: When the Journey Becomes Part of the History

March 18, 2026

Traversing deep valleys, mountain rivers, and vast plateaus, Peru's trains journey through some of the Andes' most breathtaking landscapes. Today, these routes are experienced as a destination in themselves, where the way you traverse the territory reveals just as much as the final stop.

From Cusco to Machu Picchu, the journey follows the course of the Urubamba River, descending from the Sacred Valley toward the cloud forest on a route where the landscape constantly changes. Agricultural terraces, Andean villages, and lush slopes accompany the journey, anticipating the arrival at the Inca citadel.


Each service offers a distinct way to live this experience. The Expedition and the panoramic Vistadome allow you to take in the surroundings with spaciousness and comfort, while the Hiram Bingham integrates gastronomy, music, and landscape in an atmosphere inspired by classic railcars.


Further south, the Andean Explorer connects Cusco with Lake Titicaca and Arequipa on a voyage where the pace becomes more leisurely. Through its windows, high-altitude plains, herds of alpacas, and communities coexisting with the landscape unfold, revealing another dimension of the Andes.


Traveling by train through Peru allows you to observe how the ecosystems, light, and cultures change along the way. Each stretch expands your understanding of the territory, turning the journey into a continuous experience.

For those who wish to experience this route closely and comfortably, there is an itinerary designed to connect with Machu Picchu through a train journey.

Machu Picchu by Vistadome Train with a private guide from Cusco, an experience that integrates landscape, history, and personalized service into a single journey.

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