Al Andalus
A Renfe luxury train
• Seville • Jerez • Cadiz • Ronda • Cordoba • Granada • Malaga
| PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
|---|---|---|
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EUR
€5,600
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Days
7
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Nights
6
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| PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
|---|---|---|
|
EUR
€5,600
|
Days
7
|
Nights
6
|
Introduction
The Al Andalus, a Renfe luxury train, offers you the privilege of travelling in a palace on wheels.
A train that evokes the Belle Epoque, unmatched in terms of comfort, elegance and spaciousness. Its carriages have a long history of luxury and sophistication behind them. Explore the rich scenery, history and gastronomy of Spain on one of the world’s most exclusive trains, the ‘Al Andalus.’
The Train: The suite cars and rooms that currently make up the Al Andalus train are to the same series as those that were built in France at the beginning of the last century to take the members of the British monarchy between Calais and the Cote d’Azur. Together with the ballroom cars, also manufactured during this period, they form a unique train in which the original elements coexist with the technical advances of cutting-edge materials and developments, for maximum comfort and safety. There are 20 Deluxe Suites and 12 Grand Class Rooms.
Grand Class Room: Cosy room with wood veneer panels, featuring two single beds which are transformed during the day into comfortable armchairs, leaving space for reading or to enjoy the landscape from the privacy of your suite. It has a bathtub or shower, wardrobe, luggage compartment, safe, minibar and adjustable air-conditioning.
Deluxe Suite: Features a double bed which transforms during the day into a comfortable sofa, leaving space for reading or to enjoy the landscape from the privacy of your suite. It has a bathtub or shower, wardrobe, luggage compartment, safe, minibar and adjustable air-conditioning.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Seville > Jerez
Arrive in Seville. While the crew transfers your luggage to the train, visit the capital of Andalusia, boasting the most extensive historic city centre in Spain, home to the Gothic Cathedral, its bell tower named Giralda, the Royal Alcazar and the General Archive of the Indies. After having lunch at the hotel, we will enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city and cross the famous Plaza de Espana before boarding the Tren Al Andalus. Welcome cocktail onboard, presentation of the crew and accommodation in the suites. Dinner on board as we head to Jerez where we will spend the night.
Day 2 : Jerez > Cadiz > Jerez
After a delicious breakfast our coach will take us to visit Cadiz, popularly known as “la Tacita de Plata” (the Silver Teacup) and considered the oldest city in the West. Enjoy some free time to immerse yourself in Cadiz’s charms at your leisure. After lunch we will return to Jerez in the afternoon. Free time, dinner, and overnight stay in Jerez.
Day 3 : Jerez > Ronda
After breakfast, we will visit a Jerez (sherry) winery and enjoy the show “How Andalusian Horses Dance,” a famous equestrian ballet featuring Spanish music. Lunch on board the train as we head towards Ronda. Dinner in a Ronda restaurant and overnight stay in Ronda.
Day 4 : Ronda > Cordoba
After breakfast we will visit Ronda, with its awe-inspiring location, perched above a plateau penetrated by the deep Tajo de Ronda gorge, through which the River Guadalevín flows. Lunch on board while the train takes us to Cordoba. Tour, dinner, and overnight stay in Cordoba.
Day 5 : Cordoba > Ubeda > Baeza > Granada
After breakfast on board the train, we will visit the Mosque-Cathedral and continue touring the former capital of the emirate and medieval caliphate of Al Ándalus, when it was the largest, most cultured, and richest city in Western Europe. Lunch on board the train while we travel to Linares-Baeza Station to visit Úbeda and Baeza, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Cities. While we have dinner, we will arrive in Granada in the late evening. Overnight stay in Granada.
Day 6 : Granada
After breakfast, we will tour Spain’s most popular monument, a rich palatial complex built by the Nasrid sovereigns of the Kingdom of Granada. (The visiting times of the Alhambra may vary depending on the size of the group, languages, etc). After lunch we will continue visiting Granada. Dinner and overnight stay in Granada.
Day 7 : Granada > Malaga
After enjoying our last breakfast on board, we will say goodbye to the train and its crew before travelling by coach to Malaga, where we will visit the Alcazaba, a palatial fort from Islamic times. Free time and lunch in the Parador Castillo de Gibralfaro, where our trip will end around 5:00pm.
NB: From 2025 this itinerary will end in Granada.
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), EUR
TYPE |
TWIN from |
SINGLE from |
EXTRA from |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | |||
| 1 Mar – 31 Oct | |||
| Grand Class Room |
€5,600 |
€9,500 |
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| Deluxe Suite |
€6,700 |
€11,700 |
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| 2025 | |||
| 1 Mar – 31 Oct | |||
| Grand Class Room |
€6,000 |
€10,150 |
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| Deluxe Suite |
€7,150 |
€12,500 |
Special Offer
Save 10% in 2024!
Save 10% on a Deluxe Double Suite aboard remaining departures in 2024. Offer applies to new bookings only, to the rail journey only, and is subject to availability.
Departs
| 2024 | 2025 |
| Seville > Malaga | Seville > Granada |
| 13, 27 Oct | 23 Mar |
| Malaga > Seville | 6, 20 Apr |
| 6, 20 Oct | 4, 18 May |
| 3 Nov | 8 Jun |
| 7, 21, Sep | |
| 5 Oct | |
| Granada > Seville | |
| 30 Mar | |
| 13, 27 Apr | |
| 11, 25 May | |
| 15 Jun | |
| 14, 28 Sep | |
| 12 Oct |
Included
- Luxury rail journey
- Accommodation onboard in a your choice of cabin
- 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 8 dinners
- Non-alcoholic beverages in your minibar (Deluxe Suite only)
- Coffee, spirits, and wine during lunch and dinner
- Shared sightseeing as per the itinerary by luxury coach
- Entrance fees and show tickets as per the itinerary
- Onboard activities and entertainment
- Bathrobes, slippers, and toiletries
Not Included
- Gratuities
Important Notes
- Renfe Al Andalus’s pricing is dynamic and subject to change
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
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