Peru by Rail: The Grand Andean Passage

This signature journey is a celebration of Peru in its most refined expression, where heritage, landscape, and quiet luxury unfold in seamless succession. Begin in Lima, South America’s culinary capital, where contemporary sophistication, cultural richness, and world-class hospitality create an elegant opening to the experience. Continue to Arequipa, the White City, where graceful colonial architecture, volcanic scenery, and refined local cuisine reveal one of Peru’s most charming urban treasures.

From Arequipa, step aboard the legendary Belmond Andean Explorer, South America’s most luxurious sleeper train. Traveling in exquisite comfort across the high Andes, the journey between Arequipa, Puno, and Cusco becomes an experience itself. Panoramic carriages, elevated dining, attentive service, and breathtaking scenery transform movement into pleasure, while curated off-train moments deepen the connection to Peru’s landscapes and traditions.

Along the way, discover the serene majesty of Lake Titicaca, cradle of Andean mythology, before continuing to Cusco and the Sacred Valley, where Inca heritage and living culture remain beautifully present. The experience culminates at Machu Picchu, one of the world’s most extraordinary cultural icons, explored with privileged access and seamless luxury logistics. This is Peru through the lens of Strato Andino—timeless, elegant, and unforgettable.