Machu Picchu to Cusco
An evening return from Machu Picchu to Cusco: afternoon tea at the citadel gates, then a five-course dinner, cocktails and live music.
- Machu PicchuDay 1
- Aguas CalientesDay 1
- PoroyDay 1
Overview
After a day exploring Machu Picchu, meet at Sanctuary Lodge by the citadel gates for 'Tea Time', then ride the bus down to Aguas Calientes and the VIP lounge. The evening train climbs back towards Cusco at dusk with live music, a five-course dinner with South American wines and Peruvian cocktails in the Bar Car.
- 'Tea Time' in the gardens of Sanctuary Lodge
- Private bus down to Aguas Calientes
- VIP lounge at the station
- Five-course dinner with South American wines
- Peruvian cocktails in the Bar Car
- Live music show
Day by day
Day 1Late afternoon: Tea Time at Machu Picchu
Meet at Sanctuary Lodge, beside the gates of Machu Picchu, at about 16:00 for 'Tea Time' in the hotel gardens, then take a private bus down to Aguas Calientes station and its VIP lounge.
Day 2Evening: Aguas Calientes to Poroy
Board at Aguas Calientes for the 17:50 departure and take in the Andes at dusk to live music. From about 19:00 a five-course dinner with South American wines is served, and there is time for a last cocktail in the Bar Car before arrival at Poroy station near Cusco at about 21:16.
Meals: Five-course dinner
The map is schematic. Dashed lines are excursions by road.
Dining Cars
- Intimate booths lit by brass lamps
- Dark wood veneers and polished marquetry
- Handwoven Andean textiles
- Seats face forwards or backwards by table layout
Observatory Bar Car
- Marble bar serving Peruvian cocktails
- Military-green velvet seats
- Live music and dancing
- Not available on return journeys
Bar Car
- Reimagined Peruvian cocktails
- Warm bronze accents
- Last-cocktail gathering before arrival
The whole train or a private carriage can be chartered for up to 84 guests.
- 'Tea Time' experience at Sanctuary Lodge
- Private bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes station and VIP lounge
- Gourmet dinner on board and Bar Car serving Peruvian cocktails
- Live music show
Dates and prices
Dates on request
New departures for this journey have not been released yet. Send us an enquiry or call (866) 484-7882 and we will hold your place on the list.
EnquireQuestions about this journey
What are the timings?
Meet at Sanctuary Lodge at about 16:00. The train leaves Aguas Calientes at about 17:50 and reaches Poroy station near Cusco at about 21:16; timings can change at short notice.
Which meals are included?
A five-course dinner with South American wines is served on board, with Peruvian cocktails in the Bar Car and 'Tea Time' at Sanctuary Lodge before departure. Let us know in advance about vegetarian or children's meals.
Does the train ticket include entry to Machu Picchu?
No. The train ticket does not guarantee entry to Machu Picchu, as entrance tickets are controlled by Peru's Ministry of Culture. Ask our team to check citadel ticket availability for your day when you enquire.
When does it run, and what does it cost?
Fares depend on the date and journey. Ask our reservations team for current dates on (866) 484-7882.
Is the Observatory Car open on the way back?
No. The open-air Observatory Car is not available on journeys back to Cusco or the Sacred Valley, but the Bar Car stays lively with music and cocktails.
How much luggage can I bring?
Each ticket includes one piece of hand luggage, a bag or backpack of up to 5 kg (11 lb) and 157 cm in combined dimensions. It is tagged and stored for you at check-in.
