LUXURY RAIL JOURNEYS IN SPAIN For those who enjoy travelling in style through the majestic landscapes and historic cities of Spain, we can highly recommend one of the excellent luxury trains, which traverse the north and south of the country. Each train is different, but all offer comfortable en suite accommodation and a hassle-free touring experience, with meals and drinks included and a comprehensive programme of sightseeing including excursions by coach to nearby places of interest.The trains are stationary in the evenings, and there are ample opportunities to disembark for a stroll through a local town.
Whether you choose to explore the dramatic scenery, historic towns and delicious cuisine of Cantabria, Asturias and Galicia on board El Transcantabrico, or traverse the plains of Andalucia with visits to sherry producers and Moorish citadels on board Al Andalus, we would be delighted to create the perfect tailor-made itinerary including flights, transfers and a stay in a Kirker hotel before or after your journey. Availability is limited and there are only a small number of departures each year, so it is essential to book as early as possible.
AL ANDALUS The longest train in Spain,Al Andalus comprises 14 cars including two restaurants and the elegant Giralda bar car. Converted from historic Wagons-Lits which were built in France between 1929 and 1930, there are four elegant lounge cars and guests enjoy exquisite local cuisine, drinks in the bar car and music recitals on board during the six-night journeys.The air-conditioned private cabins with en suite bathrooms
are available as either Grand Class cabins with two single beds which convert into armchairs in the day, or Deluxe Suites, with a full-size double bed which becomes a sofa for the daytime. In 2026 the train will follow a new route between Seville and Madrid, traversing the fascinating and under-visited region of Extremadura.All meals and drinks are included on board, as well as a full programme of excursions to Cádiz, the Mezquita in Córdoba, sherry bodegas of Jerez, historic cities such as Mérida, Zafra and Cáceres, as well as Toledo and the Royal Palace at Aranjuez. Prices start from £7,879 per person for an eight night holiday including flights, transfers, one night’s accommodation in Seville, six nights on the train with all meals served with wine and a full programme of included excursions, and one night’s accommodation in Madrid. Selected departures from April to October.
EL TRANSCANTABRICO GRAN LUJO
The most luxurious train in Spain, El Transcantabrico is a historic train- hotel formed of restored vintage carriages which have been sensitively modernised to create elegant lounges with panoramic windows, an award- winning on-board restaurant, and just 14 comfortable suites with double or twin beds, private shower room and living area.The train crosses the north of Spain, from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián and vice versa, in a seven-night itinerary which includes the cities of Bilbao, Santander and Oviedo, the Neolithic cave paintings at Altamira, and the spectacular mountains of the Picos de Europa. Prices start from £10,998 per person for a nine night holiday including flights, transfers, one night’s accommodation at the Parador de Santiago (5*) and seven nights on the train with all meals served with wine and excursions, and one night’s accommodation at the Maria Cristina (5*) in San Sebastián. Selected departures from April to October.
SWISS RAIL Spend the day traversing the Swiss Alps.There is no better way to appreciate an ever-changing landscape than by rail.The modern panoramic carriages of the Swiss trains provide exceptional views of the dramatic vistas. Exploring the famous ‘top of Europe’, you can enjoy a three- night short break combining one night in Lucerne at the Hotel Des Balances (4* Superior) and two nights at The Interlaken (4* Superior) in Interlaken, as well as a scenic rail journey on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express.With panoramic views of lakes, waterfalls and the Alps, with the route crossing the Brünig Pass. Price starts from £1,279 per person including flights to Zurich, accommodation with breakfast and a four-day 1 st Class Swiss Rail Pass.
Prices are per person based on two sharing and include flights, return transfers, accommodation with breakfast, a luxury train journey as described, and Kirker Guide Notes.
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