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Spirit of the Andes

Overnight luxury train from Puno to Cusco via the Andes

Illustration of Spirit of the Andes

Belmond runs this two-day, one-night journey aboard the Andean Explorer, traveling from Puno, on the shore of Lake Titicaca, to Cusco, along one of the highest train routes in the world. After boarding in the afternoon and settling into a luxurious cabin, travelers head to the Piano Bar Car for canapés and cocktails, followed by a fine-dining experience of Andean cuisine before the train stops for the night in Marangani. The next morning, after breakfast, the train travels on to Raqchi, an important Incan archaeological site, with a brunch served in the Observatory Car as scenic views of Cusco come into view before arrival at Wanchaq station. This suits travelers who want a single, self-contained overnight rail journey through the Andes rather than a longer multi-stop itinerary, with dining and cabin comfort built into the schedule.

What to know before you look closer

  • The evidence pack does not include a price for this journey; confirm current fares directly with Belmond.
  • The evidence pack does not list current departure dates for this route; confirm availability directly with Belmond.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Marangani (aboard the train)

    Puno

    Meet the Andean Explorer in Puno, a charming place by Lake Titicaca. Board in the afternoon and relax in your luxurious cabin. Head to the Piano Bar Car for canapés and cocktails while you get to know your fellow guests, followed by a fine-dining experience of refined Andean cuisine. Soon the train arrives in Marangani, where it spends the night.

  2. Day 2rail

    Cusco

    Awake early to a delicious breakfast, the ideal way to prepare for the day ahead. Savour the panoramic views as the train journeys to Raqchi, an important archaeological site from the Incan empire. Enjoy a delicious brunch with scenic views of Cusco in the Observatory Car or the dining cars. Arrive at Wanchaq station in Cusco, bid farewell to the crew and disembark for your onward travel arrangements.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Canapés and cocktails in the Piano Bar Car, followed by a fine-dining experience of refined Andean cuisine, before the train arrives in Marangani for the night.
  • Day 2The train journeys to Raqchi, an important archaeological site from the Incan empire, with panoramic views along the way.
  • Day 2A brunch with scenic views of Cusco served in the Observatory Car before arrival at Wanchaq station.

Included

  • Luxury accommodation aboard the train
  • All onboard meals and beverages
  • Onboard entertainment
  • Excursions as stated in the itinerary

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes, the entire journey is spent aboard the Belmond Andean Explorer.
Which train is used?
The Belmond Andean Explorer, traveling from Puno to Cusco via Marangani.
What is included?
Luxury cabin accommodation, all onboard meals and beverages, onboard entertainment, and the excursion to Raqchi.
Where does the trip end?
At Wanchaq station in Cusco, where travelers disembark for their own onward travel arrangements.

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