The most luxurious way to get to Machu Picchu is via the Hiram Bingham Orient-Express train––one of the world's great luxury train experiences. From the welcome drink to the gourmet meals to the entertainment, every aspect of the journey exemplifies the service and attention to detail associated with the name "Orient-Express." "Good Morning! Would you like champagne, orange juice, or a mimosa?" asks the formally attired attendant on the Hiram Bingham, the Orient-Express train to Machu Picchu in Peru. The welcome drink is just the beginning of a luxurious day discovering one of the great wonders of the world. The Hiram Bingham leaves from the Poroy Station at the civilized hour of 9 a.m. The modern "private" station is located in the quiet countryside is a twenty–minute ride from Cusco. The Backpacker and Vistadome trains depart at 6 a.m. from Cusco. Leaving from Poroy eliminates the switchback portion up a mountain, which some may find interesting, but it ends up being a much faster trip skipping that part.