Cusco Sacred Valley Machu Picchu

Cusco & Machu Picchu Railway

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This three-hour rail journey between Cusco and Machu Picchu takes passengers through spectacular mountain scenery, dramatic canyons and along the …

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Sep 25, 2024
We traveled from Ollanta to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu) and back by Peru Rail. It was an enjoyable trip with lovely views. The train were clean with good seats and were on time. The stations tedn …Full review by nara501
Dec 3, 2023
This was my second trip to Machu Picchu via Peru Rail and I highly recommend this rail service. It is a pleasant trip with great views of the Peruvian landscape and Andes Mountains. The service has s…Full review by kevinWorkSaveTravel
May 28, 2023
Highly recommend taking the Peru Rail train from Machu Picchu down to Cusco. It’s a much more pleasant experience than going by bus (what we did in the way up). You cut your travel time by more than …Full review by 972ashleyd
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Questions & answers

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When is booking available for March 2019, for the Peru expedition
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Just got an email:In October the 2019 Inca trail permits will be released so if you’re serious about trekking the Inca trail and visting Machu Picchu then you need to secure your permit now.
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Answer by Barbara L · Aug 1, 2018
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Is it best to sit on the left or right side of the train for best views on the way up?
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Heading to Machu Picchu, the best view is on the left side. The river is on the left. There are sections of the ride where the right side is against the mountains, so the view is limited. You …
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Heading to Machu Picchu, the best view is on the left side. The river is on the left. There are sections of the ride where the right side is against the mountains, so the view is limited. You can see in either direction from either side, but the left gives a more consistently good view.
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I just booked this train in sept and when they confirmed they have my soon to be husband and I not sitting together …
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I just booked this train in sept and when they confirmed they have my soon to be husband and I not sitting together -this is our honeymoon so that will not work. Do you recall if they correct this at time of departure? Thanks for any advice.
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Not really if the train is full but I bet some other travelers will change the seats with you Enjoy magnificent trip!
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