# Lavish Sleeper Trains The Belmond Andean Explorer is a Luxury Hotel Inside a Train By Ell Smith | Published 2017-06-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belmond-andean-explorer References: [yatzer](https://www.yatzer.com/belmond-andean-explorer-muza-lab/slideshow/10) & [luxurytrainclub](https://www.luxurytrainclub.com/trains/belmond-andean-explorer/) The Belmond Andean Explorer is a [luxury sleeper train](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/journey-beyond-rail) taking its passengers between Peru's Arequipa and Cusco. Passengers are welcome to join a lavish two to three night stay, which varies depending on how frequently the train stops to allow passengers to step outside and enjoy the scenery. Side excursions include: Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, the Ancient Ruins of Cusco, Colonial Arequipa and Colca Canyon. All of the 24 luxury rooms are equipped with everything passengers need, including access to [top-of-the-line dining carts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-train), as well as bed-side bells which can be rung to alert staff of your requirements. Along with gorgeous views, the train provides live entertainment including in-transit bands, and daily cocktail hours. The luxury train also comes equipped with an [open-air observation deck](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silversea-cruises) that invites passengers for an elevated scenic viewing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Sleeper Trains:** Opportunity for luxury travel companies to create innovative sleeper train experiences with top-of-the-line amenities and entertainment. - **Scenic Railway Journeys:** Travel agencies can capitalize on the growing demand for scenic train journeys by offering curated itineraries that highlight breathtaking landscapes. - **Experiential Travel:** Hotels, resorts, and hospitality companies can tap into the trend of experiential travel by creating unique on-board experiences and curated side excursions. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Travel:** Opportunity for luxury travel companies to provide unique and upscale travel experiences through lavish sleeper trains. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can explore new revenue streams by partnering with luxury sleeper trains to offer guests a one-of-a-kind accommodation and travel experience. - **Travel Agency:** Travel agencies can cater to the demand for luxury sleeper train experiences by curating and promoting unique itineraries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe European Train Routes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paris-to-portofino.md) - [Hotel Room Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-x-belmond-vision-pullman-express.md) - [Scenic Train Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skunk-train.md) - [Luxury Designer Train Journeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riveria-express.md) - [Revived Contemporary Classic Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orient-express-1.md) - [Panoramic Open-Air Roof Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-train.md) - [Elevated Private Train Accommodations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/european-travel.md) - [Personal Overnight Train Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yolochka-cabin-concept.md) - [Progressive Sleeper Transit Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2050-lab.md)