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All our cars have been designed to give our passengers maximum comfort and are equipped to meet the highest standards of safety. In addition, we have taken every precaution to assure the protection of the natural environment as we journey to our destination.
The Exclusive service has air conditioned and heated cars, windows with UV protection, indirect ambient lighting and state of the art stereo systems to make the experience comfortable and relaxing. In addition to the comfort of our cars, our passengers will enjoy a wonderful selection of natural and healthy snacks and beverages.
The Executive Service has been created for those passengers that are looking for comfort and relaxation. Our cars carry only fifty passengers have very comfortable seats each one with a front table and large panoramic window that will let them enjoy the fabulous scenery.
Relaxing ambient music, flowers scents, delicious and healthy snacks made free from chemicals or preservatives, and fine natural beverages and herbal teas will also be available.
The First class service. In addition to all the amenities of the Executive Class, our exclusive First Class Service offers even greater comfort and space. With only 30 seats per vagon, the oversized plush seats have been carefully designed to assure passenger maximum comfort and relaxation.
Relaxing ambient music, flowers scents, delicious and healthy snacks and chocolates made free from chemicals or preservatives, and an assortment of fine natural beverages and herbal teas brought from various parts of the world will also be available.
Our passengers will enjoy a wonderfull selection of beatifull and interesting books about Perú, that will enjoy during the trip.
Our friendly professional staff will take care to attend to your every need and make your trip an unforgettable experience.
Peru trains operate from Cusco, the historic Inca capital, to two of the most representative destinations of Peru: Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca. If the destination is the majestic Machu Picchu, we have three experiences designed for different types of passengers: Vistadome service for those seeking a sensory journey, Backpacker service designed for those visitors with adventurous soul, and the Hiram Bingham, a classic Orient Express rally-style full of luxury and sophistication.
For all the adventurous travelers who seek to discover all the journey details and arrange the trip itinerary according to their needs. The Expedition is the best alternative to go to Machu Picchu. The Expedition is a service designed for the traveler’s comfort, with four passenger seats located in front of each other, so you can share your experience, and for the faithful backpack that is always with you we offer racks placed above the seats. Also, this train has panoramic windows, air conditioning and heating, and Andean music that creates a cheerful atmosphere. Expedition service departs from two stations: Cusco (Poroy) and the Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo) The route Cusco - Machu Picchu is a three hours journey for those who want to departure directly from Cusco, being the only alternative in the market, and the Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu route offer multiple schedules and rates choices.
The Vistadome is the ideal train for those who want to be in contact with the environment and appreciate the wonderful journey to Machu Picchu. Surrounded entirely by glass and wagons with large panoramic windows offering incomparable scenic views and innumerous opportunities to capture amazing pictures, Vistadome travelers feel connected and part of the impressive landscape of Peru. Perurail provide travelers on board personalized and first level service to give them an unforgettable life experience.
The Vistadome has two stations of departure to Machu Picchu: Cusco (Poroy) and the Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo).
The Vistadome also has air conditioning and heating, leather seats that adjust the body to provide comfort and relaxation during the entire trip.
The Hiram Bingham is an exclusive luxury Orient Express service operated by PeruRail, all service included where you will enjoy a full day of unforgettable experiences. It is ranked as one of the best journeys in 2008 by the ItalianClass Magazine.
Hiram Bingham wagons are distinguished by their blue and gold colors for its warm and cozy interiors that feature elegant upholstery. This service has four wagons, two dining wagon, an observation wagon with bar and a car, kitchen, besides being able to carry up to 84 passengers.
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“Between The Pleasure & The Legend" Enjoy the mysticism offered by the beautiful Peruvian Andean landscape aboard on our luxury train. Riding the Andean Explorer is a unique experience, a journey between mountains and clouds, and between mountains and highlands. Ten hour train journey, which ends at the majestic Lake Titicaca and in whose path, the traveler will see the changing landscapes among mountains, rolling plains, and the various weather of the area. The Andean Explorer involves you in an exquisitely area decorated with subtle, delicate style of the great Pullman trains of the twenties. It includes dining cars and a car-bar outdoor observatory. The Andean Explorer is one the most of luxurious and different way of travel between Cuzco and Lake Titicaca. The Andean Explorer has been mentioned among the 25 greatest railway journeys of the world and among one of the first two South Americans by the International Society for railway passengers. Also, in 2005 it received the peruvian award for business creativity.
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Do I need a visa/passport to enter Peru?
Citizens from most countries in the Americas and Western Europe do not require visas to enter Peru. However be advised that the maximum authorized length of stay is 90 days. To remain longer in the country please check with the Peruvian consulate of your country of residence before traveling.
What immunizations are recommended / required? to take before coming to Peru?
No immunizations are currently required for visiting Peru. A yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travelers to the Peruvian Amazon. This vaccination, which is valid for 10 years, must be administered at least 10 days before your arrival in Peru. Travelers must bring along their International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) as proof of vaccination. However, those who are only visiting the highlands do not need this vaccination.
Hepatitis A and Typhoid are recommended on most of our Peru excursions. Malaria preventatives are also recommended on our Amazon journeys. For the most current information, please consult your doctor and/or check out the Center for Disease Control web-site at www.cdc.gov.
I am a single traveler, Is this tour for me?
Yes. We have had many single travelers throughout the years and never had any problems. These group tours will be the perfect opportunity to travel with a friendly and interesting group throughout your entire trip. Please realize that your comfort and especially your safety and security are our top most concern.
Daily departures - Price per person based on shared service unless otherwise requested and subject to change without prior notice and availability - International or National airfare is not included.