PERU · TRAIN EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist worth sending to whoever you are travelling with: 15 train experiences, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
4-day Inca Trail trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu with 3 nights camping, guided passes, and a Vistadome panoramic train ride.
“Highly highly recommend! Book with viator! The experience was one for a lifetime! 😇 Everything was so well thought out with you in mind. 💕”
Two days on the Inca Trail’s last stretch to Machu Picchu, overnight in Aguas Calientes, and a Vistadome panoramic train ride back to Cusco for $590.
“This company and the team of guides were terrific! So was the itinerary. The trip was everything they advertised, and delivered better than any company I have used. Communication was excellent both before and during—-no surprises. Our guides (Johny, Sebastian and another gentleman) went to great effort to be sure we enjoyed the trip! They were friendly and very helpful. For example, not only would they do like many, and take a photo if you asked, these guides would suggest good spots, and ask if you want one—often! They’d even offer to carry things for you if you felt tired!! And they NEVER rushed us! They made us feel their…”
2 days from Cusco to Machu Picchu by train. Sacred Valley ruins, overnight in Aguas Calientes, guided Machu Picchu visit, early start.
“What a beautiful 2 day tour. The first day was discovering the sacred valley starting with a visit to a llama farm feeding the llamas and seeing women weaving ponchos the traditional way. I must give a special thanks to our guide Gary Nelson who is such a generous tour guide and a great photographer. I learned so much from his knowledge about the Inca culture and his love for the work he's been doing for 15 years. The next day I had the privilege of having my own tour guide all to myself Paul. Another incredible human being. Being at Machu Pichu had been on my bucket list for…”
Full-day Machu Picchu from Cusco by panoramic train with a guided circuit, buses to the park, and a long return by evening, $355.
“Everything was wonderful! very well organized. Roy was a wonderful tour guide!! the van ride, trains, and local bus rides were very smooth”
Machu Picchu full day tour from Cusco with train, guided entry, and Aguas Calientes time for breakfast and thermal baths. Small group.
“Our tour guide, Philipe, was wonderful. The climb to the top of Machu Picchu is steep and we were very slow. Philipe gracefully stopped at numerous spots to tell us about the plants and animals while giving us time to breathe. The only reason I’m giving the overall tour a four rather than a five is because the transportation was a bit confusing. We didn’t meet our guide until we arrived at Aguas Calientes, four hours after we departed the hotel. Navigating the train station and bus pickup locations in the dark, without help, made us a bit nervous. Apart from that, however, we loved the tour and would recommend…”
Voyager Machu Picchu Train by Inca Rail connects Cusco-area rail routes to Aguas Calientes and the Machu Picchu sanctuary transfer, with comfort.
“Took the train up to Machu Picchu and back down again. Overall it was pretty good. Definitely in need of some TLC but nothing major.”
4-day Lares trek to Machu Picchu with hot springs, high passes, and sunrise access, then a Vistadome train ride back toward Cusco.
“We had the greatest time with Ramon ( our chef) , Jamie and Toriuio (our porters) and lastly our amazing tour guide Filio!”
2 days from Cusco to Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu by train, with guided ruins, salt mines, and Circuit 2 entry.
“Great trip with lots of things to see. The first stop with local people, the moray circles, the maras salt valley and the ollantaytambo ruines, all nice. Lunchstop with good fresh food. And the guide was great, left us at the train station and in aguas calientes we were welcomed by our tourguide for the machu picchu. Good hotel! And great tour at the Machu Picchu. Real value for money.”
Hike the Inca Trail with sunrise and sunset at Machu Picchu, then ride a panoramic Vistadome train back from Aguas Calientes.
“Our guide was terrific both on the trek on day 1 and the main visit to Machu Picchu on day 2. Anyone booking should know the short Inca trek is quite challenging in parts and day 1 is not an easy stroll, other than that great value and very well organised.”
Full-day Machu Picchu by train from Cusco, guided visit with circuit ticket, Aguas Calientes bus ride, snacks, small group.
“Although, our original itinerary was changed, we ended up with an amazing visit to Machu Picchu with the Peru Hiker’s team. The communication was excellent prior to the trip, and Daniel was very accommodating with necessary last minute visit changes. We had an incredible time during our Machu Picchu visit and were ushered through the site, ticketing lines, and the somewhat confusing transportation system by JD and Nino. Thank you to Peru Hikers team for their hospitality during our visit! 🇱🇷❤️ 🇵🇪”
First class to Machu Picchu by Inca Rail with an observatory car, three-course meals, drinks, VIP pickup, and a guided citadel visit.
“From the very first moment, the passion and commitment to excellence are unmistakable. Every detail reflects the care, professionalism, and heart with which Brian Bendezu leads his team, creating a level of service that is both impeccable and deeply human.”
Train to Aguas Calientes, sleep nearby, then see Machu Picchu in 2 days with a small guided group and smooth Cusco transfers.
“We had the most amazing time on our trip, our guide Primo who was with us the whole time was brilliant, he was so knowledgable about every aspect and told us some amazing stories and kept us entertained the whole journey we could not fault any aspect of our trip and Yapa tours also kept us informed about pick up times and again every aspect of the trip step by step the whole experience was definitely one of the best we have come across both as a tour company and especially our Guide Primo a trip we will never forget”
Belmond Hiram Bingham luxury train to Machu Picchu with gourmet meals, reserved transfers, guided ruins, and tea at the Sanctuary Lodge.
“Quite expensive, but if you have the means, it's worth every penny. It is a once in a life time experience where everything is done to make this trip memorable. Go for it.”
Full-day Machu Picchu from Cusco with panoramic train, small-group guide, included tickets, and transfers. Early start, big payoff.
“From start to finish we were treated like Royalty. Rolando at Willka Travel kept in touch every step of the way via WhatsApp and everyone involved made sure that the experience was flawless for my wife and I. Edwin our private guide to Machupicchu was so knowledgeable I wanted to spend a few more days just hanging out with him! 😂 He is a Master of everything Machupicchu and the Incas and region in general. What a gift 🎁 I cannot recommend this experience enough, this experience has definitely impacted me to the core… thank you so much!!”
Private all-inclusive Machu Picchu day tour from Cusco with round-trip train, Consetur bus, expert guide, and circuit ticket. Early start.
“It was an excellent journey from the beginning to the end. The tour operater sent us a detailled schedule with the timing the day before. We even spoke on the phone with him to make sure we had received the information. The next day on our way to the train station he provided all the tickets required for the train, acces to Machu Picchu and bus to site. We also had an excellent tour guide, Richard, for the visit of Machu Picchu. He gave us a lot of information on the history of the Inca and the site. We highly recommend this tour. Thank you for this wonderfull day. Sylvain…”
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