Our new 2010 tour programs are now posted below  


WINGS AND RAILS INTERNATIONAL EXPEDITIONS
P.O. BOX 842
INDEPENDENCE, KY. 41051-0842
1-877-535-5813 Toll free in USA
1-859-282-1459

Developing and hosting tours since 2004

(RAILS TO THE ANDES) POSTPONED TILL RAILROAD REPAIRS ARE COMPLETED TO TRACKS  

RAILS TO THE ANDES
Postponed indefinately due to flooding on Peru Rail and closure of the line to Machu Picchu. NO DATES on when train service will be restored. Extensive damage has been done to the track and parts of Aguas Caliente that have stranded thousands of tourists. We will keep you advised on progress once repairs are started.

Wings and Rails invites you to the experience of a lifetime by riding the rails of four of Peru´s most famous railroads. You will have an opportunity to ride on the highest railroad in the Andes (Central Railroad of Peru, now operated as a Central Andino Railroad). This spectacular railroad features 68 tunnels, 61 bridges, 9 switchbacks, and a 15,681 ft. a.s.l. pass. An optional day in Huancayo to ride the Huancayo-Huancavelica railroad. A return daylight train ride will return us to Lima. After a day for sightseeing you will catch a flight to Cusco, Peru the former Capital of the Inka Empire. The Perurail lines will take you by narrow gauge train from Cusco to Machu Picchu, to visit one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. A trip along the Altiplano will take us to Titicaca Lake by train. You will be able to stay overnight at Puno, Peru on Lake Titicaca before flying back to Lima.



Lima, Peru Desemperados station-Galera Summit of Andes, 15,681 ft.-La Raya Summit on Perurail 14,172 ft.


Price per person in double basis US- Prices will be announced.

Further information: tourdesk@wingsandrails.com

Phone: (859) 282-1459

We accept Amex, Master Card, Visa and Pay pal payments.


Indian lady at Colca Canyon-View of Machu Picchu from above-Llama in Andes.
Photos by Dale W. Brown
Additional tours can be arranged to visit the enigmatic Lines of Nasca and the Kuelap Fortress.

STEAM IN PATAGONIA
11 - 19 September 2010


Ride the Old Patagonian Express on the remote narrow gauge Esquel Line along the picturesque Andes mountains of Argentina in the Patagonian region. Esquel, El Maiten (main railroad shops), Cerro Mesa, and Ingeniero Jacobacci are some of the stops will make during this especialized tour.   Come and join us to see part of the old Ferrocarriles Argentinos behind an original steam locomotive. This tour will be scheduled to make various photo stops along the daily routes.


Cerro Mesa, Argentina,Esquel branch- Pink House-President of Argentina Palace- Mitre Station, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Photos by Dale W. Brown

 

Price per person in double basis US- Prices will be announced.

Further information: tourdesk@wingsandrails.com

Phone: (859) 282-1459

We accept Amex, Master Card, Visa and Pay pal payments.



Leaving Norquinco on the narrow gauge-Lago Nahual Huapi near Bariloche-La Trochita narrow gauge dining car.
Photos by Dale W. Brown
IGUAZU FALLS extension: 3 days/2 nights starts at US$280.- per person in double basis.

USHUAIA extension: 4 days / 3 nights starts at US $395.- per person in double basis

Above Ushuaia and Iguazu Falls prices do not include internal airfare. Subject to change on quoted prices. Prices based on recent fares.

STEAM IN ECUADOR
24 September - 3 October 2010



According to recent conversations with new management of EFE (Ecuadorian State Railway), we have been informed that the continuing rebuilding of the G&Q is still progressing. EFE management is expecting to announce shortly the reopening of some limited service. Plans are still in the works to complete repairs to some of the steam locomotives for mid 2010. We are planning a tour in late September based on the present information provided. Wings and Rails will be keeping abreast of developments. Be assurred that we will present a realistic tour program that will only have what is possible to operate not speculation on what might be ready!!!!!



Price per person in double basis US- Prices will be announced.

Further information: tourdesk@wingsandrails.com

Phone: (859) 282-1459

We accept Amex, Master Card, Visa and Pay pal payments.



Quito, Ecuador in the clouds-Railcar in Alausi,Ecuador street trackage-View of Alausi village from hotel patio.

High trestle out side Alausi-Restored Quito, Chambacalle station and #58 BLH built 1953 (last American built steam loco from US)
All photos by Dale W. Brown

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS: Departures every Sunday and Wednesday from Quito or Guayaquil. Call for further information: (859) 282-1459 or USA TOLL FREE 1-877-535-5813

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