InkaNatura Travel sends an update on access to Machu Picchu:
Peru Rail, operator of the train from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, declared that the train service will be restarting its operation from March 29 in two different stages described below:
Stage 1: Staring March 29
- The operation is effected only with cars such AUTOVAGON.
- The Backpacker train services will not be available regarding some technical and operations restrictions due to many parts of the railroad had to be rebuilt.
- Hiram Bingham service will not be available during this time.
- PERURAIL will contact tour operators in order to relocate the Backpacker bookings to available seats on AUTOVAGON services at the price that corresponds to the time available.
- Bimodal services (bus + train) from Cusco and Ollantaytambo with transfer to Piscacucho (km 82) will be offered.
Stage 2: Starting May 1 (to be reconfirmed)
- Autovagon and Backpackers services will be available.
- In the next days Peru Rail will inform the possibility to set up a special service which can be used as an alternative luxury train.
- Bimodal services (bus + train) from Cusco and Ollantaytambo with transfer to Piscacucho (km 82) will be offered.
