Luxury Andean Explorer Train - Cusco - Lake Titicaca - Arequipa and Vice-Versa
The Andean Explorer is South America’s first luxury train that combines genuine daytime getaways with sleeping accommodations at night, all while traversing the Peruvian Andes.
The Andean Explorer train travels along one of the highest train routes in the world, crossing through breathtaking cities on its way from Cusco to Lake Titicaca (Puno) and Arequipa, and exploring natural wonders and ancient kingdoms on one and two-night trips.
There are 4 Choices of Luxury Sleeper Train Excursions from which to choose. Each tour departs on a set day each week.
- Cusco | Lake Titicaca | Arequipa - 3D/2N - Thursdays
- Arequipa | Lake Titicaca | Cusco - 3D/2N - Saturdays
- Cusco | Lake Titicaca - 2D/1N - Tuesdays
- Lake Titicaca | Cusco - 2D/1N - Wednesdays
The Luxury Andean Explorer Train is included in all our "Luxury Train" Vacations and can be included in any of our other Vacations upon request. Please ask your Travel Consultant for details.
Peruvian Highlands - 3 Days | 2 Nights - Departs Thursdays
Cusco | Lake Titicaca | Arequipa
Embark on the ultimate Peruvian escape and journey from Cusco to Arequipa in style, visiting charming Puno and the majestic Lake Titicaca. Tours each day let uncover the hidden gems of this fascinating land.
Peruvian Highlands Itinerary Day-by-Day
- DAY 1 - THURSDAY
- 11:00 - Depart from Cusco - Wanchaq Station
- 12:30 - Lunch on board
- 13:55 - Tour of Raqchi
- 15:30 - Canapés in the bar car
- 17:45 - Tour of La Raya
- 19:00 - Pre-dinner cocktails
- 19:30 - Dinner on board
- 22:30 - Arrive at Puno - Lake Titicaca Station
- Overnight stay at Lake Station station (Puno)
- DAY 2 - FRIDAY
- Sunrise at Lake Titicaca
- 06:00 - Breakfast on board
- 08:30 - Board boats to explore Lake Titicaca. Visit Uros and Taquile islands
- 12:30 - Private lunch at Collata Beach, Taquile. Dance and artisanal craft displays
- 15:45 - Arrive back at Lake Titicaca Station (Puno)
- 16:00 - Tea time at the station
- 16:50 - Depart to Arequipa
- 19:00 - Pre-dinner cocktails
- 19:30 - Dinner on board
- Overnight stay at Saracocha
- DAY 3 - SATURDAY
- 06:00 - Breakfast on board
- 06:45 - Depart to Arequipa
- 09:40 - Tour of Sumbay Caves
- 11:30 - Station Km. 93: Passengers going independently to Colca Canyon disembark (it is not included in the train ticket)
- 12:30 - Light lunch on board
- 15:30 - Arrive at Arequipa - Arequipa Station
- 16:00 - Airport transfer with panoramic views of Arequipa city
- NOTE: Schedule may vary due to operational issues. The train does not run in February.
Andean Plains & Islands - 3 Days | 2 Nights - Departs Saturdays
Arequipa | Lake Titicaca | Cusco
Travel from Arequipa to Cusco in unforgettable style. Savour the unforgettable indulgence of the Belmond Andean Explorer train as you are whisked through Peru’s most spectacular destinations, including the spellbinding Lake Titicaca.
- DAY 1 - SATURDAY
- 19:00 - Welcome cocktail at Arequipa Station
- 20:00 - Depart from Arequipa - Arequipa Station
- 20:30 - Dinner on board
- Overnight stay on board en route
- DAY 2 - SUNDAY
- Sunrise at Lake Titicaca
- 06:00 - Breakfast on board
- 08:30 - Board boats to explore Lake Titicaca. Visit Uros and Taquile islands
- 12:30 - Private lunch at Collata Beach, Taquile. Dance and artisanal craft displays
- 15:45 - Arrive back at Lake Titicaca Station (Puno)
- 16:00 - Tea time at the station
- 16:50 - Depart to Cusco
- 19:00 - Pre-dinner cocktails
- 19:30 - Dinner on board
- Arrival and overnight stay at Marangani
- DAY 3 - MONDAY
- Sunrise at Marangani
- 06:00 - Breakfast on board
- 07:30 - Depart to Cusco
- 08:30 - Tour of Raqchi
- 11:30 - Brunch in the bar car
- 13:30 - Arrive at Cusco - Wanchaq Station
- NOTE: Schedule may vary due to operational issues. The train does not run in February.
Spirit of the Water - 2 Days | 1 Nights - Departs Tuesdays
Cusco | Lake Titicaca
Be swept up in the beauty of Lake Titicaca, the stunning final destination as you travel from Cusco to Puno. Train journeys aboard the Belmond Andean Explorer promise countless memories to treasure.
- DAY 1 - TUESDAY
- 11:00 - Depart from Cusco - Wanchaq Station (Cusco)
- 12:30 - Lunch on board
- 13:55 - Tour of Raqchi
- 15:30 - Canapés in the bar car
- 17:45 - Tour of La Raya
- 19:00 - Pre-dinner cocktails
- 19:30 - Dinner on board
- 23:30 - Arrive at Puno - Lake Titicaca Station
- Overnight stay on board at Lake Titicaca station (Puno)
- DAY 2 - Wednesday
- Sunrise at Lake Titicaca
- 06:00 - Breakfast on board
- 08:00 - Disembark at Lake Titicaca Station (Puno)
- NOTE: Schedule may vary due to operational issues. The train does not run on February.
Spirit of the Andes - 2 Days | 1 Nights - Departs Wednesdays
Lake Titicaca | Cusco
Discover the Spirit of the Andes as you journey aboard this luxury train from Puno to Cusco. Let yourself be enchanted by some of South America’s most beautiful scenery as you travel along one of the highest train routes in the world.
- DAY 1 - WEDNESDAY
- 12:00 - Depart from Puno - Lake Titicaca Station
- 13:30 - Lunch on board
- 18:00 - Tour of La Raya
- 19:00 - Pre-dinner cocktails
- 19:30 - Dinner on board
- 21:00 - Arrive at Cusipata (Cusco)
- Overnight stay on board at Cusipata
- DAY 2 - THURSDAY
- 05:30 - Depart for Cusco
- 06:00 - Breakfast on board
- 07:35 - Arrive at Cusco - Wanchaq Station
- NOTE: Schedule may vary due to operational issues. The train does not run in February.