Traveling by luxury trains in Peru is about much more than getting from one destination to another—it’s an experience in itself.
Peru Rail offers three extraordinary luxury rail journeys: Hiram Bingham, Andean Explorer, and PeruRail Titicaca. Each delivers exceptional service, outstanding cuisine, and breathtaking scenery while showcasing a different side of Peru.
If you’re deciding which luxury train to include in your itinerary, this guide will help you find the perfect match.
Routes and Destinations
Each train travels through some of Peru’s most spectacular landscapes.
- Hiram Bingham: Cusco to Machu Picchu.
- Andean Explorer: Cusco, Lake Titicaca, and Arequipa.
- PeruRail Titicaca: Cusco to Puno.
Every journey features dramatic mountain scenery, traditional Andean villages, and unforgettable views.
Intense Peru and Luxury Rail Experiences
At Intense Peru, we carefully select these three rail experiences because they represent the finest luxury train journeys in South America. Each combines world-class hospitality, exceptional Peruvian cuisine, and extraordinary scenery.
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What Can You Expect?
Every luxury train offers:
- Fine Peruvian cuisine.
- Personalized service.
- Elegant rail cars.
- Spectacular landscapes.
- Premium onboard hospitality.
What Makes Hiram Bingham Unique?
Inspired by the elegance of classic Pullman trains.
Highlights include:
- Luxury journey to Machu Picchu.
- Gourmet dining.
- Live music.
- Open-air observation car.
- Five-star service.
Perfect for honeymoons and special celebrations.
What Makes the Andean Explorer Unique?
The Andean Explorer is South America’s first luxury sleeper train.
Highlights include:
- One- and two-night journeys.
- Private cabins.
- Onboard spa.
- Observation lounge and piano bar.
- Routes connecting Cusco, Lake Titicaca, and Arequipa.
It offers Peru’s most exclusive rail experience.
What Makes Peru Rail Titicaca Unique?
This luxury daytime train connects Cusco and Puno.
Highlights include:
- Spectacular Andean scenery.
- Open-air observation car.
- Gourmet lunch.
- Traditional live music.
- A perfect balance of comfort and value.
Ideal for travelers heading to or from Lake Titicaca.
Final Travel Tip
Hiram Bingham → The ultimate luxury journey to Machu Picchu.
Andean Explorer → South America’s finest luxury sleeper train.
Peru Rail Titicaca → The perfect scenic journey between Cusco and Lake Titicaca.
Whichever train you choose, you’ll discover that in Peru, the journey is every bit as unforgettable as the destination.
