How strict are luggage restrictions on the Incarail train to Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes)?
I found on incarail.com website that:
In addition, that large baggage is not permitted on the train service. We recommend that you take the necessary precautions and carry equipment baggage not exceeding 8 kg (17.6 pounds), and of the same dimensions as permitted airline hand luggage.
How strict those rules are? I'm going to board the train with standard carry-on bag and city-backpack. Does anyone knows if its okay?
Best Answer
Never seen a problem with this. I did it once with a large 80L backpack plus one camera bag weighing considerably more than 8kg and once with a rolling 26" suitcase plus an even larger camera bag. No problem in either case. Keep in mind that this is not an official rule but checks tend to be loose on trains compared to airplanes.
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