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The First Class Machu Picchu Train

Premium train day trip to Machu Picchu with gourmet dining and Andean views

Illustration of The First Class Machu Picchu Train

Inca Rail's The First Class is a one-day train excursion to Machu Picchu in Peru, operating entirely by rail. The journey takes place aboard a premium train featuring spacious, elegantly designed seating, an open-air balcony, and live Andean music. Throughout the day you travel through views of the Andes, valleys, and rivers. A gourmet multi-course meal prepared with local ingredients is served onboard, accompanied by regional wines and cocktails. Attentive staff provide personalized service throughout. This trip suits luxury travellers, food-and-wine enthusiasts, and photographers who want to experience the Machu Picchu route in comfort without a multi-day commitment. The journey emphasizes the train experience as much as the destination itself.

What to know before you look closer

  • This is a one-day round-trip excursion; the operator publishes no detailed itinerary showing departure time, journey duration, or arrival procedures at Machu Picchu itself.

Included

  • Priority boarding and transfer
  • Open-air balcony access
  • Premium spacious seating
  • Live Andean melodies
  • Gourmet multi-course meal with regional wines and cocktails

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Inca Rail's The First Class includes the train fare, priority boarding, and transfer.
What meals are provided?
A gourmet multi-course meal prepared with local ingredients, paired with regional wines and cocktails.
Is a guide included?
The pack does not specify whether the trip is guided or independent once you reach Machu Picchu.
What is the train class?
The First Class offers premium spacious seating, an open-air balcony, and live Andean music onboard.

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