The Hiram Bingham Luxe trainride to Machu Picchu from Poroy
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The Hiram Bingham train is the most luxurious way to journey between Cusco and Machu Picchu.
For many visitors a trip to Machu Picchu is a once in a lifetime experience. The Hiram Bingham assures a magical journey never to be forgotten.
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Cusco (Poroy) - Machu Picchu
The Hiram Bingham is named after the explorer who discovered the fascinating remains of the Inca citadel, Machu Picchu on July 23rd 1911. The carriages are painted a distinctive blue and gold while interiors are luxurious, warm and inviting with elegant decoration in the style of the 1920's Pullman trains. As passengers step on board they are encompassed in a world of polished wood, gleaming cutlery and glittering glass. The train consists of two Dining Cars, an Observation Bar Car and a Kitchen Car, and can carry up to 84 passengers.
Departing from Poroy Station (a 20 minute taxi ride from Cusco) the Hiram Bingham gives a more leisurely start to the day than traditional departures. Brunch is served on board and guides are present to explain points of interest en route.
Upon arrival at Machu Picchu there will be a guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel for you and entry tickets will have been pre-purchased.
After exploring the ruins, Afternoon Tea is served at the Machu picchu Sanctuary lodge , located just steps from the ancient citadel.
Once back on board, pre-dinner cocktails are served, accompanied by live entertainment and a 4-course gastronomic menu
The Journey
The Hiram Bingham departs from Poroy Station (20 minutes outside Cusco) at 9am which gives a more leisurely start to the day than the traditional 6am departures of other train services to Machu Picchu.
Brunch is served on board the train whilst passengers watch the spectacular scenery unfolding before them. From the agricultural plains of the Sacred Valley, to the crashing waters of the Urubamba river, and as you get closer to Machu Picchu the soaring mountains, the scenery is constantly changing, and the Hiram Bingham travels at a speed where this can be appreciated.
The train arrives into Aguas Calientes where private minibuses await passengers to escort them on the fifteen minute journey up to the citadel, avoiding the queues.
Upon arrival at the Machu Picchu entrance, passengers can go straight into the citadel as tickets will have been pre-purchased for all guests.
A guide will escort you around the citadel in small groups, pointing out the best of the ruins and recounting the history of this Inca settlement.
After the guided tour, guests are given the choice to wander alone through this fascinating World Heritage site, or to enjoy Afternoon Tea at the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, the Orient-Express hotel located right at the entrance to the citadel.
The Hiram Bingham departs at 18.00. Guests are welcomed back on board with pre-dinner cocktails served in the Bar Car with live musical entertainment. Later a 4-course, à la carte dinner is served in the dining cars. The train pulls into Poroy station just outside Cusco at 21.25.
Frequent asked questions
Q. How many times a week does the Hiram Bingham run? A. Hiram Bingham runs every day, except for Sundays.
Q. How much does a journey on the Hiram Bingham cost? The round trip price for the Hiram Bingham is US$598
Q. What is included in the fare? A. The Hiram Bingham package includes the train journey from Cusco (Poroy) to Machu Picchu, welcome drinks, water, tea, coffee and an excellent wine selection, brunch on out-bound journey, musical entertainment on board, professional tour guide for every 15 passengers, access to the sanctuary of Machu Picchu, exclusive transport to and from Machu Picchu, afternoon tea served at Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, cocktails and dinner on return journey.
Q. Is the timetable defined? A. Yes, the timetable of the Hiram Bingham is as follows -
09.00
Departure from Poroy Station (15 minutes drive from Cuzco)
12.30
Arrival at Machu Picchu Station. Transfer by bus to Macchu Picchu
13.00
Tour of the Ruins
15.30
Afternoon English Tea Buffet at the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, located at the entrance of the ruins
16.30
Those who wish to may return to the ruins
17.45
Meet at the entrance of the ruins to take the bus back to Machu Picchu train station
18.00
Train departs to Cusco. Cocktails and dinner served on board
Q. Are there various menu options available? A. Yes, there are different options available, allowing each passenger to select their preference.
Q. Do you offer a vegetarian option? A. Yes, we offer a vegetarian menu.
Q. Where are the pre-dinner cocktails served? A. Cocktails will be served in the Bar Car if the train is not full, otherwise they will be served in the Dining Cars.
Q. Is the Afternoon Tea private to Hiram Bingham passengers? A. Yes, one of the restaurants at the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge has being allocated for this purpose.
Q. If passengers prefer to stay at the Inca remains instead of having Afternoon Tea, will the tour guide stay with them? A. No, the guide will go to the Afternoon Tea at the Sanctuary Lodge and will arrange a meeting point for those passengers who decide to stay in the Machu Picchu citadel. Q. Are there tour guides on-board for non-English speaking passengers? A. All tours are provided in English and Spanish. However, for groups of 15 or more we can offer the tour in the language that you require (French, German, Italian and Japanese). Please make arrangements with PeruRail in advance.
Q. Is the bus to and from Machu Picchu private to Hiram Bingham passengers? A. Yes
Q. Is it possible to stay overnight at Machu Picchu? A. Yes, however, the return journey is subject to availability. The Hiram Bingham package includes an entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu remains, and these must be used on the first day. Any extra costs on the second day for entrances, bus rides etc are at the passengers own expense.
Q. Will the Hiram Bingham depart earlier for passengers who stay overnight at Machu Picchu? A. No, however, passengers who want to arrive back to Cusco earlier have the option of boarding another PeruRail service. Unfortunately, no discount is available on the Hiram Bingham rate. Passengers can combine the Hiram Bingham with another service on the way back with the same Hiram Bingham rate.
Q. How do you transport passenger luggage? A. There is no special coach for luggage, so we suggest that passengers bring only items which are necessary for a day trip. An elegant Hiram Bingham travel bag will be provided for our passengers.
Q. Is the Hiram Bingham available for charter? A. We always do our best to attend to our customer’s needs and the service will usually be available upon request.
Rates 2012
Route
Departure
Arrival
Poroy (Cusco) - Machu Picchu
09:10
13.09
Machu Picchu - Poroy (Cusco)
18.07
21:59
Price: US$ 650 (Round trip price)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
On-board
meals with Peruvian wine, cusqueña Beer, soft drinks and hot
drinks (brunch on outward journey, dinner on return), on-board
entertainment, guides, bus transfers, entrance to the Machu Picchu
sanctuary and afternoon tea at Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, pre-dinner
cocktails.
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