Discover the beauty of Peru, a land richly loaded with geographical variety and get mesmerized with the panoramic landscapes to behold your sight. Travel now and take the Peru-Orient Express rail journey via its official train travel company, the PeruRail. PeruRail runs four individually different train services connecting some of the most spectacular parts of Peru. The main highlight of the tour includes that of the Andes.
The PeruRail Journey via Orient Express
PeruRail starts the rail journey from Cusco, a very historical place in Peru heading to Machu Picchu which is very popular for its ruins. The trip then goes on to several other beautiful places in the country. Passengers actually have the option to choose which journey route they prefer to take. Passengers’ choice of routes includes going from the very historic place Cusco to Machu Picchu, known as the Lost City of the Incas; or the Sacred Valley to renowned for its ruins Machu Picchu, or better yet, from Cusco to the awe-inspiring Lake Titicaca. Some even opt to start their journey from Puno to Lake Titicaca or to Arequipa as well as the Colca Canyon. But whichever route you choose, you are sure to find yourself gazing adoringly at the beautiful panoramic scenes laid before your very eyes.
PeruRail to Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas
The only way you may get to Machu Picchu is through PeruRail with the train leaving from the historic Cuzco and Ollantaytambo. Otherwise, you will be forced to walk the Inca trail which might be too exhausting for you. Machu Picchu, called the Lost City of the Incas, is a living proof that indeed the culture of Peru is rich in Inca architecture. One of the greatest examples of the Inca architecture, and situated 2,350 meters above sea level, the Machu Picchu can be found about 112 km from the historic place Cuzco. Left in ruins, the place is enveloped by green forests believed to have been founded in the mid-15th century. However, the ruins were only discovered during 1911 when first seen by Hiram Bingham, an American explorer.
Budget Packages for Peru Escapades via Orient Express’ PeruRail
The trains offer a variety of traveling budgets. You may wish to ride a comfortable and yet functional rail car, then the Backpacker Train is the one most suitable for you. So if you consider yourself a light traveler or what is more popularly known as the backpackers, then go for the Backpacker Train. There are also the Vistadome trains that will give you amazing panoramic windows, making you catch a full glimpse of Peru’s natural beauty and lush scenes.
Another option would be to take the Andean Explorer which was made to look like the famous British Pullman carriages of the 1920’s. Or take the Hiram Bingham, named after the American explorer, which is another of Orient Express’ luxury trains committed to nothing else but perfect accommodation and service. Truly, Peru remains one of the most interesting destinations of the world!