5 Things to do in Huancavelica That You Shouldn't Miss

Reviewed By Oneleggedpig

Just make sure you know the times.... not exactly regular! I had to get up very early in Huancayo to go get it, and then up early the next day in Huancavelica to get it back. But absolutely worth it- fantastic scenery, really wonderful. People getting on selling food (I didn't get any, wasn't sure about how vegan it all was- although actually I think the bags of cooked purple potatoes would have been fine, and there was a woman chopping up pineapples as well). Great for anyone who wants to get away from other tourists, you're not going to see many here. Everyone on the train was chilled out, mostly keeping to their own thing but you could definitely practise your Spanish if you're polite about it. I sort of had a conversation with two older gents who got on at the most remote train station I have ever seen, a tiny tiny stop between huge mountains. Unfortunately our different dialects of Spanish scuppered that a bit. It is a long ride but plenty to see on the way- and, cliche as it is, this really is An Experience. To get there- get up early in Huancayo and get one of the many many prowling taxis. A señora told me that the are around the rail station is a bit dicey sometimes so maybe don't walk there in the dark unless very confident. Make sure the taxi driver knows you are getting el tren macho. And get there with plenty of time, so you can get your ticket. Don't pay extra for the posh carriage, the normal one is completely fine and you get a better feel for things. The guy selling the tickets at the station in Huancayo assumed I would want expensive ones, guess I looked like a tourist- so make sure you are getting the cheap seats