Inca Trail 2 Days Luxury with Hiram Bingham Train
The journey
2-Day Luxury Inca Trail with Hiram Bingham Train
Experience the magic of the Inca Trail with a touch of true luxury. This exclusive 2-day program by TrueAndes is designed for travelers who want to hike the famous trail but prefer to sleep in a comfortable hotel rather than camping.
You will hike the scenic last 12 km of the Inca Trail with your own private guide, passing the stunning ruins of Wiñay Wayna and entering Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate in the afternoon. After a restful night at a 4-star hotel in Aguas Calientes, you return to the citadel for a private guided tour, followed by lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge.
The journey ends in style aboard the legendary Belmond Hiram Bingham train, one of the most luxurious trains in the world, with elegant 1920s-style carriages, a gourmet dinner and live music on the way back to Cusco.
Have more time? Discover our Inca Trail 4 Days Luxury, the complete classic route to Machu Picchu with three nights of premium camping.
Day by day
Luxury Itinerary
The Royal Path
Private transfer to the train station. Vistadome train to Km 104. Hike past Chachabamba and Wiñay Wayna with your private guide. Arrive at the Sun Gate for sunset views. Bus to Aguas Calientes. Dinner and overnight in a carefully selected 4-star hotel.
Machu Picchu & Hiram Bingham Train
Morning visit to Machu Picchu with your private guide. Lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge after the tour. In the afternoon, board the Belmond Hiram Bingham train for an elegant journey back to Cusco, with welcome drinks, a gourmet dinner and live music on board. Private transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
What's included
Included
- Permits: Short Inca Trail permit from Km 104 and Machu Picchu entrance tickets.
- Private Guide: Private specialized English-speaking guide for the trek and the Machu Picchu tour.
- Transportation: Private transfers in Cusco, Vistadome train to Km 104 and Consettur buses in Machu Picchu.
- Luxury Rail Return: Belmond Hiram Bingham train from Machu Picchu to Poroy (Cusco), with
- welcome drinks, gourmet dinner and live music on board, followed by a private transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
- Accommodation: One night in a carefully selected 4-star hotel in Aguas Calientes. Meals: Box lunch during the trek, dinner and breakfast at the hotel, lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge and gourmet dinner on the Hiram Bingham.
Not included
- International and domestic flights.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Personal expenses and purchases.
- Additional alcoholic beverages not specified in the program.
- Tips for the guide and staff.
- Optional activities or services not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Optional hotel upgrade to Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel or Belmond Sanctuary Lodge.
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Questions before you go
Clear answers for planning this tour.
How long is the hike on Day 1?
It is approximately 12km (7.5 miles) and takes about 6-7 hours depending on your pace, including breaks and lunch.
Is it steep?
The first part from Km 104 to Wiñay Wayna is a consistent uphill climb. After that, it is "Andean flat" (undulating) to the Sun Gate.
Can I do this trek if I have vertigo?
There are a few sections with steep drop-offs, but the path is wide and safe. Most people manage it fine, but let your guide know.
What time do we start?
We pick you up around 4:00 AM or 5:00 AM from Cusco to catch the first trains and maximize your time on the trail.
Is food provided?
Yes. A box lunch is provided during the hike, dinner and breakfast at your hotel in Aguas Calientes, lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge after your Machu Picchu tour, and a gourmet dinner aboard the Hiram Bingham train.
Do I see Machu Picchu on Day 1?
Yes! You arrive at the Sun Gate in the afternoon and get the classic panoramic view, but you don't enter the ruins until Day 2.
What is the Hiram Bingham train?
The Belmond Hiram Bingham is one of the most luxurious trains in the world. After visiting Machu Picchu, you return to Cusco in elegant 1920s-style carriages, with welcome drinks, a gourmet dinner and live music on board.