Inca Rail trains to Machu Picchu

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The Voyager Train to Machu Picchu

Reach Machu Picchu easily with the most affordable priced train. Available every day. Learn more about The Voyager train in our image gallery of the wagons and views you can enjoy during the trip. Enjoy comfortable seats, ambient music, and take advantage of snack sales to make your experience even more pleasant.

The Voyager Train Information

• The Voyager train is one of the most requested options to reach Machu Picchu.
• It is Inca Rail’s affordable option.
• It features spacious seats, 4 individual seats at a foldable fixed table.
• The train also has wagons with large windows that allow passengers to appreciate the route’s landscapes.
• It has simple decorations inspired by Andean motifs and Inca culture.
• Inca Rail offers ambient music and a brief reenactment of the Ollantay drama.
• The journey from Cusco is operated through the bimodal service.
• The train departs from the Ollantaytambo station.

Services Included in The Voyager Train

• Wagons with comfortable and personal seats.
• The wagon features large windows.
• Snack sales and onboard service.
• Waiting room at Ollantaytambo.
• Bimodal service from Cusco.

Benefits of Traveling on The Voyager Train

• Affordable service.
• Secure advance reservation and online booking.
• Receive your ticket via the reservation email.
• Simple payment options with top methods like Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal.
• Ability to cancel and change the travel date (with a 3-day advance notice).
• Travel advice and recommendations for other activities.
• Constant communication.

The 360 Train to Machu Picchu

A panoramic option to reach Machu Picchu with an observation car ideal for taking photos and witnessing the changing geography. Have a new experience during your journey to Machu Picchu. Enter the observation car with balconies on both sides to not miss any of the surrounding nature. Also enjoy live music and the best panoramic views.

The 360 Train Information

• The 360 Train from Inca Rail features standard cars and one exclusive panoramic-view car.
• The panoramic car has balconies on both sides, ideal for enjoying the surrounding nature.
• The observation car has no seats, and its use is rotated among passengers.
• The travel seats are comfortable and spacious.
• The train cars are roomy and feature large windows.
• It features simple decorations inspired by Andean motifs and Inca culture.
• You can enjoy the Ollantay drama reenactment and ambient music.
• If departing from Cusco, the trip is bimodal, i.e., bus travel to Ollantaytambo, followed by the 360 Train journey.
• This service operates daily at various times.

Services Included in The 360 Train

• Travel car with comfortable and personal seats.
• Exclusive 360 car with windows and outdoor balcony.
• USB ports near the travel seats.
• Complimentary snacks and beverages.
• Also offers onboard service, snack sales, and drinks.
• Ollantay drama reenactment.
• Live music in the observation car, perfect for appreciating the landscape and creating fond memories.
• Ambient music in the other travel cars.

Benefits of Traveling on The 360 Train

• Exclusive Inca Rail service.
• Secure your ticket from the comfort of your home.
• Perfect train for taking photographs and having new experiences.
• International online payment options such as Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal.
• Option to cancel and change your travel date (with 3 days’ notice).
• Travel advice and other activity recommendations.
• Constant communication and service follow-up.

The Premium & Lounge Train to Machu Picchu

A panoramic option to reach Machu Picchu with an observation car ideal for taking photos and witnessing the changing geography. Have a new experience during your journey to Machu Picchu. Enter the observation car with balconies on both sides to not miss any of the surrounding nature. Also enjoy live music and the best panoramic views.

The Premium & Lounge Train Information

• The Premium & Lounge Train offers a service that borders on luxury travel.
• It has most of Inca Rail’s exclusive services.
• The train consists of the most exclusive cars of Inca Rail.
• The lounge car offers a bar and freshly prepared drinks.
• Being an exclusive service, it offers priority boarding.
• The seats in the travel cars are similar to first-class seating.
• It features luxury decorations, and like other Inca Rail trains, you can enjoy the reenactment of the Ollantay drama.
• You will be assisted by qualified staff during the trip.
• It is available from Monday to Saturday.

The Premium & Lounge Train Includes These Services

• Travel car with spacious and super-comfortable seats with high-quality decorations.
• It includes a luxury car ideal for sharing with family and enjoying the views.
• This luxury car (lounge car) features a balcony, bar, and onboard service.
• Live music can be enjoyed there.
• USB ports near the travel seats and foldable tables.
• Better seating arrangement for maximum comfort.
• Offers an Andean flavors experience.
• Complimentary Pisco Sour drink.
• Also offers onboard service and sales of snacks and drinks.
• Ollantay drama reenactment.
• Service ideal for appreciating the landscape and creating wonderful memories.
• Ambient music in the other travel cars during the journey.
• Priority boarding at the Ollantaytambo train station.

Benefits of Traveling on The Premium & Lounge Train

• First-class, exclusive service from Inca Rail.
• Advance bookings to ensure service availability.
• Ideal train for couples, families, and friends.
• Social spaces to share new experiences.
• Completely secure virtual payments via Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal.
• Option to cancel and change the travel date (with 3 days’ notice).
• Travel advice and recommendations for other activities.
• Constant communication for any questions before and during the service.

The First-Class Train to Machu Picchu

A panoramic option to reach Machu Picchu with an observation car ideal for taking photos and witnessing the changing geography. Have a new experience during your journey to Machu Picchu. Enter the observation car with balconies on both sides to not miss any of the surrounding nature. Also enjoy live music and the best panoramic views.

Hiram Bingham Train Information

• Completely luxurious train service and transportation.
• It features luxury services like high-end decorations and a bar car.
• It includes a variety of services, highlighting wine tasting and presentation.
• You can also enjoy the comfort of the train with onboard music.
• Allows your companions to enjoy part of the Peruvian gastronomy.
• Like other services, you can witness the reenactment of the Ollantay drama.
• The decorations are luxurious and include elements of Andean culture and Inca techniques.
• This train does not run daily, so it is recommended to make a reservation in advance.
• By booking in advance, you can access entry tickets included in the final service price.
• This train, like other Inca Rail trains, will begin the journey from the Ollantaytambo station.

The First-Class Train Includes These Services

• Spacious and comfortable travel car seats.
• The seats are personal, and you can also find tables for just 2 people.
• Access to the lounge observation car and bar.
• Luxury glassware and service from highly qualified staff.
• USB ports near the travel seats.
• Offers complimentary snacks and drinks.
• Three-course gourmet menu, including appetizer, main course, and dessert.
• Wine tasting and other beverages.
• Machu Picchu entry ticket. Only if booked in advance.
• Onboard service by Inca Rail staff.
• Ollantay drama reenactment.
• Live music in the lounge bar car.
• Ambient music during the rest of the journey in the travel cars.

Benefits of Traveling on The First-Class Train

• Completely luxurious and exclusive service from Inca Rail.
• Option to book in advance and even before the trip.
• Instagram-worthy train, you can take photographs and have new experiences.
• Machu Picchu entry ticket, only if booked in advance.
• Completely secure virtual payments, with payment options like Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal.
• Option to cancel and change the travel date (with 3 days’ notice).
• Travel advice and recommendations for other activities.
• Constant communication and service follow-up.

The Experience of Traveling by Train to Machu Picchu

What is the train journey to Machu Picchu like?

• Train journeys are really comfortable and provide an excellent experience.
• All operators ensure that each passenger’s space is respected.
• There are varied seating and service options.
• Some of the trips offer a bimodal service (which we will detail later).
• Trips starting from Cusco can be tiring, but the beautiful views are guaranteed.
• If you want to visit Machu Picchu in just one day, it is important to leave Cusco as early as possible.
• Learn more details about the train journey to Machu Picchu with our travel agents.
• The onboard service is excellent, with snacks and drinks available for purchase.
• Trains have hygienic services in optimal condition, including water for hand washing.

The Bimodal Service during the Journey to Machu Picchu

• This service allows travelers to combine different travel experiences.
• It involves two services to get to Machu Picchu.
• The first service covers the Cusco – Ollantaytambo route. This part of the journey is done by bus operated by the travel agency.
• The second route is from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Pueblo. The journey is done by the train you have chosen.
• The departure point may vary, and you will be informed when making the reservation.
• The arrival point, whether in Ollantaytambo or Machu Picchu Pueblo, will be at the train stations in each district.
• The total travel time for the entire service is approximately 4 hours and a few minutes more.
• The first leg (Cusco – Ollantaytambo) takes less than 2 hours.
• The second leg (Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu Pueblo) takes about 2 hours.

The Best Timetables to Reach Machu Picchu

• For a Full Day Visit to Machu Picchu
  • If you plan to visit Machu Picchu in one day, it is recommended to travel at the earliest hours of the day.
  • For departures from Cusco, it is recommended to take the buses for the bimodal service at 4:20 or 4:50 AM.
  • For departures from Ollantaytambo, the recommended train departures are at 06:40 or 07:22 AM.
  • Tickets for Machu Picchu should be scheduled for entry between 9:00 or 10:00 AM.
  • The travel time from Cusco to Machu Picchu is 5 hours.
  • The travel time from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
  • For the return train, you can opt for trains departing after 16:12 PM.
  • Leaving at this time will give you a chance to have a proper lunch and explore the tourist district.
• For an Afternoon Visit to Machu Picchu
  • Inca Rail trains also allow you to visit Machu Picchu in the afternoon.
  • An ideal departure time from Cusco is 08:30 AM.
  • If leaving from Ollantaytambo station, it is recommended to depart at 10:32 AM.
  • The approximate arrival time is 12:41 PM, which is perfect for a delicious lunch.
  • In Machu Picchu Pueblo, you can choose your lunch freely.
  • Tickets for entry to Machu Picchu should be reserved for 2:00 PM onwards, and you’ll enjoy a near-immediate lunch.
  • It is also important to use the eco-friendly buses for the ascent to Machu Picchu.
  • You can only choose Circuit 2, in any of its variations, as this circuit allows entry until 3:00 PM.
  • It is recommended to take the return trains departing from 7:00 PM.
  • There are also trains departing at 8:20 PM and 9:30 PM.
• For the 4-Day Inca Trail
  • The 4-Day Inca Trail starts at Kilometer 84.
  • You can start the journey from Cusco or Ollantaytambo.
  • Recommended departure times from Cusco for a proper start of the hike are at 04:20 and 04:50 AM.
  • You can also start the journey from Ollantaytambo at 06:40 or 07:22 AM.
  • It is recommended to inform the train staff that you wish to disembark at Kilometer 84, near the Piscacucho community.
  • This is just a precaution, as they regularly make stops at this point.
  • The hike begins from the Piscacucho campsite.
• For the 2-Day Inca Trail
  • The 2-Day Inca Trail starts at Chachabamba, Kilometer 104.
  • You can start the journey from Cusco or Ollantaytambo.
  • The recommended departure times from Cusco are 04:20 and 04:50 AM.
  • From Ollantaytambo, trains depart at 06:40 and 07:22 AM.
  • It is recommended to inform the train staff that you wish to disembark at Kilometer 104, near the Chachabamba campsite.
  • The hike begins from the Chachabamba campsite.

How to Reach the Archaeological Site of Machu Picchu?

Once you arrive at the train station in Machu Picchu Pueblo, you’ll need to ascend to the Machu Picchu archaeological site. Here are the steps to follow:

• Head to the eco-friendly bus station, which is very close to the train station and the handicraft market.
• Buses depart approximately every 20 minutes. However, sometimes they leave consecutively.
• The buses have limited capacity, and each tourist is guaranteed to travel in their assigned seat once they have a ticket.
• You can book bus tickets online and in advance.
• The journey to Machu Picchu takes only 30 minutes, and you’ll arrive at the entrance area of the Inca citadel.
• There is also a walking route, which is quite demanding and requires more than 2.5 hours of physical activity.
• The walk follows the same route as the buses, meaning it is along the Hiram Bingham road.
• You can return to Machu Picchu Pueblo by taking the eco-friendly buses.

Information about Inca Rail

Inca Rail is one of the operators and train services covering the Cusco – Machu Picchu route. It has been operating since 2014 with some changes in its administration. The year 2016 marked a significant improvement in their services, bringing them up to par with their direct competition.

Inca Rail is now a well-established train transport service operator. It employs Peruvian workers and offers comfortable facilities in the boarding area and waiting lounge. Its luxury services will stand out, as well as the services provided towards the wonder of the world.

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