Andean Explorer Train

PeruRail Av Pachacutec Wanchaq, Cusco 5184, Peru

+51 84 581400

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Ranked #14 of 74 attractions in Cusco

102 Reviews

Type: Scenic Railroads

Owner description: Enjoy the beautiful Andean landscape of Peru on board of a luxury and magical way to travel between Cusco and the Lake Titicaca. Travelling in the... more » Owner description: Enjoy the beautiful Andean landscape of Peru on board of a luxury and magical way to travel between Cusco and the Lake Titicaca. Travelling in the Andean Explorer is a unique experience, a route between mountains, clouds, snow-capped mountains and puna finishing in the majestic Lake Titicaca. Its coaches involve you in an environment extremely decorated with the elegant style of Pullman trains of the decade of 1920. Its tourist shows, the 5-fork lunch, dining cars, observatory-bar car outdoors, among other attractions.

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Mikaela K

Buenos Aires, Argentina

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64 reviews

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9 helpful votes

“The only train in and out from Machu Picchu”

Reviewed 20 May 2012

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It was very comfortable- we had the best class I think- this was arranged and included in our price of our Inca Trek tour company.

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Dear Mikaela K: We are very happy to know that you enjoyed your trip aboard the Andean Explorer train from Puno to Cuzco. We Sincerely appreciate your comments which help us to improve the quality of our service. We hope to see you again on board our trains. Best regards The Andean Explorer Team. More

Penderpete

1 review

“An exciting day's travel”

Reviewed 19 May 2012

We travelled from Puno to Cuzco. rly start, for an 8am departure from the very anonymous rail station at Puno. A four coach train, with cooking facilities, and a great observation car. The programme for the trip looked busy, but was very enjoyable- Puno and Cuzco folk music, Pisco sour demo, and a fashion show. The views all along the... More

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Dear Penderpete: We are very happy to know that you enjoyed your experience on board our train . The Andean Explorer staff is committed to give the best service on board and make your journey a beautiful experience. We also think that this is a fantastic route fulfilled with spectacular scenery We hope to see you again on board our... More

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Zichron Yaakov, Israel

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7 reviews

6 helpful votes

“Make sure you take this train during day time”

Reviewed 12 May 2012

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Marvel of of sights both side of the car. Viewing ports upwards. Good service, like in a flight.

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Dear OrB: We really appreciate your comments. Thank you for sharing them with the TripAdvisor community and us. We are very happy that you enjoyed your journey with us. We hope to see you again soon on board one of our trains. Best regards The Andean Explorer team More

TIPFinland

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16 reviews

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“Old fachion slow train”

Reviewed 11 May 2012

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Very specail and luxorious train. You can go to the back of the train and take photos. It is open back. Also the restaurant vagon is something very special. Lot of programme on the train like dancing and making Pisco Sour.

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Dear TipFinland: Thank you very much for sharing your journey with the community and us. The Andean Explorer is one of the best long distance train journey for many passengers. We hope to see you again on board our trains. The Andean Explorer team More

Michael K

Plano, Texas

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1 helpful vote

“Worth every penny”

Reviewed 5 May 2012

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The irst three hours or so are not specatacular, but after that the ride becomes incredible. It is a long journey to Puno, but the staff was fabulous and made the time fly. If you are lucky to meet Angela on your ride you will have met one of Peru's most beautiful ladies. Keep your hands inside the train while... More

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Dear Michael K. : We are are very grateful to know that you enjoyed your experience on board the Andean Explorer. Thank you for sharing your comments with the community and us. We are constantly committed to improve the quality of our service based on feedback we may receive . We hope to see you again soon on board our... More

Jim255350

Geelong, Australia

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28 reviews

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24 helpful votes

“Great Train Journey”

Reviewed 24 April 2012

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On the Andean Explorer by Orient-Express by 7:30am ready for an 8:00am start. The train took us from Cusco into the highlands and on to Puno, almost 4,000 metres above sea level. The train itself is tastefully decorated in the style of the great Pullman trains of the 1920's much like the Hiram Bingham we travelled on from Machu Picchu.... More

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Dear Jim255250 Thank you very much for your comments. We are very happy to know that you enjoyed your journey on board the Andean Explorer. Thank you for your recognition We are pleased to know that we were part of your this amazing ride. We hope you see you again soon. Best Regards The Andean Explorer team. More

Norway66

Andalsnes, Norway

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6 helpful votes

“Luxurious train ride from Puno to Cusco!”

Reviewed 24 April 2012

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For 220 USD you'll have a wonderful 3-course meal, entertainment with local dances and music onboard, service-minded staff, comfortable chairs, table cloths and an unforgettable view of the Andes mountains. Can it be better? Do it if you can afford it is my advise!

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Dear Norway66 We are very happy to know that you enjoyed a great experience on board the Andean Explorer. it is good to know that you enjoyed the food and the live entertainment. We do our best to make our passengers happy while they travel with us .We hope see you again on board our trains. Best regards. The Andean... More

Richard G

London, United Kingdom

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3 helpful votes

“Ten hours of pan pipes and diesel fumes...”

Reviewed 14 April 2012

We set out on this train journey with some enthusiasm, having greatly enjoyed the Hiram Bingham train. I hadn't realised just how long the trip is, but even that would not have been a problem, were it not for the single traditional Peruvian pan pipes CD playing on continual loop. It was interrupted twice on the trip by the performance... More

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Dear Richart G: We offer our sincere apologies about the diesel fumes problem. We're really sorry and concerned about this inconvenience. You and all our passengers are very important to us and your comments help us to improve our service. We are working very hard to fix this problem because our duty as company is to give the best service... More

Maximino G

Fruit Cove, Florida, United States

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32 reviews

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6 helpful votes

“A ride of your life.”

Reviewed 9 April 2012

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A wonderful trip, never a dull moment. Good food & entertainment aboard. Great staff. Little expensive ($220/person) but worth it.

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Dear Maximino G We really appreciate your comments and your election of the Andean Explorer train. We are also very pleased that you enjoyed the on board service. There is nothing more important for us than our passengers and their satisfaction. We really hope to see you back in one of our trains. Best regards… The Peru Rail Team More

HikerBeth

Goderich, Ontario

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9 helpful votes

“Best train ride ever!”

Reviewed 17 March 2012

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First class travel with fine food, entertainment, and amazing scenery. We took this from Puno to Cuzco. Travelling from Cuzco to Puno would help fight altitude sickness at the Puno end as it is higher than Cuzco. The daylong journey was a nice relaxing break to a holiday. The view from our seats was fine but the open deck at... More