Lima – Huancayo, The world’s second highest train ride.

Go on a marvelous train ride from Lima to Huancayo, and stay 2 nights in the charming highland city. This tour takes you to a part of Peru that is little known to tourist and is definitely off the beaten path. The train only runs twice a month on specific dates and takes you through the mountain pass of the Andes Mountain Range reaching a thrilling 16,689 feet above sea level (5,056 meters). You’ll arrive to Huancayo refreshed by the gorgeous scenery and ready to enjoy more of the beauty of the Andes. Here you’ll spend two nights where you are at leisure to explore on your own and get to know this lovely city.

Day 1:  Lima - Huancayo
You will be picked up at your hotel at 6:00am in the morning and be taken to the train station where your long and beautiful train rides departs at 7:00am. The train takes you through 12 hours of gorgeous landscapes changing ever so often to give you a glimpse into the rich diversity that Peru has to offer. You’ll get views of the Andes that are truly breathtaking and top out at 16,689 feet (5,056m) above sea level, making this train ride the second highest in the world. Upon your arrival to Huancayo you will be picked up from the train station and escorted to your hotel. Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 2: Huancayo
Today is yours completely to do as you please. Huancayo is a small town with a lot of culture to offer. We suggest visiting the main plaza or if you are more interested in archaeology there are a few sets of ruins to check out. The town has many parks that feature cultural icons in unique ways. Also, if you happen to be there on a Sunday the city has a very unique market this day that is a must see. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3: Huancayo - Lima
This is your travel day back to Lima. You will be picked up at your hotel at 6:00am and escorted to the train station by your private chauffer to catch the train at 7:00am. Here you can relax and reminisce about your unique experience in Huancayo and catch all the views you missed on the way there. Enjoy the train ride back to Lima where you will be picked up from the train station and escorted to your hotel in Lima, refreshed with new memories to share with your loved ones! Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

*Please note that there are only specific dates to be able to book this trip.

Dates for trip:
April 28th through 30th
May 12th through 14th
May 26th through 28th
June 9th through 11th
June 29th though July 1st
July 14th though 16th
July 27th through 29th
August 11th through 13th
August 30th through September 2nd
September 8th through 10th
September 22nd through 24th
October 5th through 8th
October 27th through 29th

Prices are per person and in US Dollar. Prices are subject to change around holidays such as Easter, Christmas, New Year and other local festivities.

The prices are based on hotel allocation of 2 people in double room and during specific dates. For pricing for other room allocation, please send us a request.

Price Includes:
• Train tickets from Lima to Huancayo and back.
• All ground transportation for train station transfers.
• Two night stay at hotel in Huancayo.

Price Does Not Include:
• Meals not specified in the itinerary.
• Optional tipping of the staff.
• Expenses such as medical immunizations (if any).
• Travel insurance.
• Other expenses of a personal nature.
• Alcoholic beverages.
• Domestic Airfare.
• International Airfare.