The Hiram Bingham luxury train is a premium experience connecting Cusco and Machu Picchu, operated by PeruRail. Named after American explorer Hiram Bingham III, who rediscovered the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu in 1911, this train offers an exclusive and luxurious journey to one of Peru's most iconic destinations. Here are some details about the train: Hiram Bingham Request a quote now 1. Luxury: • The carriages are decorated in an elegant style and feature comfortable leather seats. • Each carriage features large windows that allow for stunning views of the Andean landscape. 2. Onboard Services: • The service includes a gourmet breakfast upon departure, as well as a multi-course lunch incorporating local ingredients. • Cocktails and wine are also offered during the journey, along with bar service. • Onboard tour guides provide information about the history and culture of the region. 3. Luxury Experience: • Passengers can enjoy live music and/or entertainment. • An atmosphere of elegance and comfort is provided, creating a memorable experience. 4. Routes: • The train departs from Poroy Station (near Cusco) and heads to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. • The journey takes approximately 3.5 hours, followed by a guided tour of Machu Picchu. 5. Prices: • Due to its exclusivity, Hiram Bingham prices are higher compared to other trains to Machu Picchu. It is advisable to book in advance. Recommendations for Traveling on the Hiram Bingham: • Book in Advance: Given its popularity and limited capacity, be sure to book your tickets in advance, especially during peak season. • Arrive Early at the Station: Arrive at Poroy Station early to enjoy comfortable boarding and take advantage of the facilities. • Plan Your Visit to Machu Picchu: Take advantage of your time at the citadel and consider booking a local guide to
Private Transfer from Cusco to Maras or Maras Salt Mine. Our travel agency offers private tourist transportation from Cusco to Maras Salt Mine or anywhere in the town of Maras. This tourist attraction is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes from downtown Cusco. The entrance fee for this attraction is 20 soles. We offer private transfer services in cars, SUVs, vans, and Sprinters. Ideal for all types of travelers: solo travelers, families, couples, groups of friends, or groups of friends. Maras Salt Mine Request a quote now Include Pickup and drop-off at your hotel Transportation and driver Does not include Ticket S/ 20 Travel insurance Tips and other services not mentioned. Important: The vehicle will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco or Airbnb and then take you to the Maras Salt Mines. The vehicle will wait for you for approximately 1 hour and a half before returning to Cusco. If you'd like to make another stop in the Sacred Valley (Andenes de Moray or Chinchero), please let us know when booking. We have daily departures, including holidays. The Maras salt mines are known for being one of the most beautiful attractions in the Sacred Valley, and that's why you can also go there to buy salt. Several restaurants around the world buy the salt as an ingredient for their recipes. Cusco to Maras Salt Mine
Train from Poroy to Aguas Calientes. The Poroy train station is approximately 30 minutes from downtown Cusco and approximately 40 minutes from Cusco Airport. You should consider your travel time, as you must arrive at the train station 30 minutes early. The train schedule is punctual, so plan your arrival in advance. Poroy to Aguas Calientes The journey from Poroy to Aguas Calientes takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. The journey is direct, and during the trip you will be able to see beautiful landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The train company that departs from this station is PeruRail. You would like to request a transfer from Cusco to Poroy Station? Request Service The Aguas Calientes station is located in Machu Picchu Town. From here, you have several options to get to Machu Picchu. Option 1: Hike from Machu Picchu Town to Machu Picchu (entrance gate) takes 1.5 hours. Everything depends on each person's physical condition. Option 2: Consettur Bus from Machu Picchu Town to Machu Picchu (entrance gate) takes 30 minutes. This bus departs every 5 to 10 minutes. You can purchase this ticket online or at Machu Picchu Town. Price: Consettur Bus $24 round trip. Tourist Train from Poroy to Aguas Calientes Trains departing from this station are: the Expedition Tourist Train, the Vistadome Tourist Train, and the Hiram Bingham Luxury Train. Prices range from: • Expedition $85, round trip $170 (Price may vary by season). • Vistadome $130, round trip $260 (Price may vary by season). • Hiram Bingham $550, round trip $1,100 (Price may vary by season). Poroy Station
How to get to Poroy. Poroy is a district located near Cusco, Peru, and is best known as the departure point for the luxury Belmond Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu. The Expedition and Vistadome tourist trains also depart from this station. The distance between Cusco and Poroy is 14 km. Poroy Cusco 1. Private Transfer: From Cusco: This is the fastest and most convenient option. Private services are always available for all schedules and the trip takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic. From Cusco airport (Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport), you can also take a car to Poroy. This is a good option if you arrive on a flight that connects with the train departure. Our agency can also help you with private transportation from Cusco to Poroy, just contact us via WhatsApp. Request a quote now 2. By collective (car-sharing): From Cusco: Collectives to Poroy depart from specific locations in Cusco. Ask locals or your hotel for the closest departure point. Collectives are a cheaper option than private transport, but they can be crowded and may take longer as they make multiple stops. 3. By bus: Some local buses go to Poroy. This is the cheapest option, but it can be slow and they are usually full. Recommendations: Traffic: Traffic in Cusco can be intense, especially during rush hour. Please allow for additional time if you travel during these times. Price: It is always recommended to check the price of transport, whether private or shared. If you wish to book a private transfer in advance, please indicate the number of people. Train schedules: If you are taking the train from Poroy station, make sure you arrive in Poroy with plenty of time in advance. It is recommended to arrive 45 minutes before your train departs,
The Cusco Tourist Ticket is valid for visitors who wish to explore the many archaeological sites and museums in and around Cusco, Peru. It offers access to a significant part of the region's rich Inca and pre-Inca heritage, but does not include Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu. Cusco Tourist Ticket Here is all the information about the Cusco Tourist Ticket: General Tourist Ticket: This ticket provides access to 16 sites and is valid for 10 days. It is the most comprehensive option and the most economical if you plan to see a variety of attractions. Partial Tourist Ticket: There are three partial ticket options, each valid for one or two days, that focus on specific circuits: Circuit 1 (Sacsayhuamán, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay): These sites are close to the city of Cusco and can be visited on a half-day tour. Circuit 2 (Tipón, Pikillaqta, Museo Histórico Regional): These sites are a bit further from Cusco, and focus on Wari culture and Inca architecture. Circuit 3 (Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Moray, Pisac): These sites are in the Sacred Valley and are often visited on a day trip from Cusco. This circuit is highly recommended if you plan to visit the Sacred Valley of the incas. What's included in the Cusco general tourist ticket: Sacsayhuamán: Imposing fortress overlooking Cusco. Q'enqo: Ritual site with intricate carvings. Puka Pukara: Reddish fortress, probably a military and administrative center. Tambomachay: Inca baths and water temple. Tipón: Impressive Inca terraces and water channels. Pikillaqta: Ruins of the pre-Inca Wari city. Regional Historical Museum: Regional Historical Museum (located in Casa Garcilaso). Ollantaytambo: Impressive Incan town and fortress. Chinchero: Agricultural terraces and colonial church. Moray: Circular terraces, possibly used for agricultural experimentation. Pisac: Hilltop Incan ruins and vibrant market. Admiral's Palace: Admiral's Palace (now a museum). Popular Art Museum: Popular Art
Private tour of the Sacred Valley with a Japanese guide. The Sacred Valley of the Incas is an ideal place to visit and tour its main tourist attractions (Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo and Pisac), all these attractions are located in the Sacred Valley, and with our private tour you can choose the tourist attractions you want to visit. Sacred Valley of the Incas Request a quote now Include Pick up and drop off at your hotel Mobility and driver Professional guide in Japanese, English or Spanish Does not include Travel insurance Tips and other services not mentioned. Optional: • Buffet lunch in Urubamba What to bring: Light clothing, trekking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, water, snack, rain poncho (September - March) and cash in soles for personal expenses. To visit the Sacred Valley you must buy the partial Cusco tourist ticket that costs 70 soles and is purchased on the same day. Entrance to the Maras salt mines 20 soles. Private Sacred Valley Tour This tour is perfect because you can visit the tourist attractions you want and it can also start in the city of Cusco or anywhere in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, you just have to let us know when you request your reservation. Visit the Sacred Valley in a private and safe way, we have daily departures.
Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo Train Station round trip. Our travel agency offers the private transfer service from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo Train Station round trip, our service is private and we have departures every day and for all flight times. Book your private transportation from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo Train Station round trip. Private transfer from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo Train Station Request a quote now Include Pick up at Cusco Airport Transportation and driver Drop off at Ollantaytambo train station Does not include Travel insurance Tips and other services not mentioned. Important: • The trip from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo train station takes approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes. Recommendation: • If you have a train from Ollantaytambo and you arrive in Cusco that same day, you must arrive at least 5 hours in advance to Cusco. Private transportation from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo
Private Cusco Airport Taxi. If you are looking for a private taxi service from Cusco Airport to your Hotel in Cusco / Sacred Valley of the Incas or Poroy and/or Ollantaytambo Train Station, we are your best option. We have cars, vans, trucks and sprinters, we have daily / 24 hour departures. Cusco Airport Taxi Request a quote now Request your private taxi service in a fast and safe way, just write to our WhatsApp and we will help you quickly. Our transfers in Cusco are private from: • Cusco Airport to Hotel in Cusco or Hotel in the Sacred Valley of the Incas (Calca, Pisac, Urubamba, Maras, Moray or Ollantaytambo). • Cusco Airport to Wanchaq, San Pedro, Poroy and/or Ollantaytambo train station, also to the Inca Rail Av Sol or Peru Rail Av Sol offices. Depending on the service, if you have a direct train or bimodal service, you just have to tell us. Include: Pickup at your Hotel in Cusco / Airbnb in Cusco Transportation and driver Does not include: Travel insurance, guide and other services not mentioned. Important: The duration of the trip depends greatly on your destination. Request your taxi service in a safe way. Travel safely! Cusco Private Taxi
Pallay Punchu Private Transfer. Our travel agency also offers private transfer from Cusco to Pallay Punchu Mountain, we can also organize the complete tour to Pallay Punchu Rainbow Mountain from Cusco in 1 day. Pallay Punchu Pallay Punchu Mountain is also known as Pallay Poncho the sharp mountain, this mountain is the third rainbow mountain located in Cusco. Located in the district of Layo in the province of Canas, Cusco. The trip to this mountain is approximately 4 hours and it is recommended to leave in the early hours of the morning so as not to arrive too late at Pallay Punchu. Request service We have two services: • Private transfer Cusco to Pallay Punchu: Includes transportation and driver. At this point the transfer will come to your hotel to pick you up and take you to the starting point of the hike to the mountain, it will wait for you during your visit to the mountain and then return to the city of Cusco. Available times: 04:00 – 04:30 – 05:00 – 05:30 – 06:00 • Pallay Punchu private tour. Includes transportation, driver, professional guide and lunch in a typical restaurant. At this point, the guide will accompany you at all times and will provide you with information about the mountain. It is recommended to start the tour at 4:00 AM Mountain Pallay Punchu
Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. One of the ways to get to Machu Picchu from Aguas Calientes is by bus. This bus is the only transport that goes from Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town) to the Machu Picchu control gate. The trip takes approximately 30 minutes and the bus ticket can be purchased at the Cusco office or in the town of Aguas Calientes Bus Consettur This bus operates every day and the first bus up leaves at 05:30 am and the last bus up is at 3:30 pm. And the first bus down is at 06:30 am and the last bus down is at 6:00 pm. • The price for foreigners round trip is 24 dollars, if you only want one leg it is 12 dollars. • The price for Peruvians round trip is 15 dollars, and if you only want one leg it is 8 dollars. Additional information: If you wish, you can also walk from Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town) to Machu Picchu. The trail is fully signposted and takes approximately 1 hour and a half, depending on each person's physical condition.