Spain may not immediately come to mind when thinking of Europe’s great rail journey holidays, but many travellers are discovering its impressive collection of luxurious holiday trains – as well as beautiful destinations – for themselves.
Top Spots To Visit in Southern Spain
Spain is famed for both its stunning architecture and delicious cuisine and wines. Experience all this by travelling on tren Al Andalus holidays that take you through cities and towns known for their culinary or cultural riches.
Starting in Seville
Depending on chosen train holiday packages, you can start your railway holiday journey in Seville, where you can spend a day exploring its historic architecture dating back centuries. Visit Monasterio de Nuestra Senora de la Cartuja for a lavishly decorated Spanish Baroque church on top of a hill near city centre; next, make your way down to Cordoba which was one of the most advanced cities during Islamic Spain and now known for its Mosque-Cathedral, “La Mezquita.”
From here you can continue your holiday rail journey to Granada where you will get to marvel at the Alhambra Castle that was once home to Muslim rulers of Andalusia. Additionally, your train holidays 2024 tour will provide an opportunity to view beautiful Moorish baths.
Jerez de la Frontera
Jerez de la Frontera is another stop on your train holiday itinerary and offers spectacular equine ballet shows that draw visitors from near and far. Enjoy sampling local sherry while here as well as enjoying some of Spain’s delicious tapas dishes!
Galicia
Take the holiday train northward to Galicia and experience its beautiful natural landscapes such as cliffs, rivers and vineyards – they make for the ideal setting for any vacation in this part of Spain!
Railway Holidays Packages
There are railway holidays 2024 packages that cover all or different regions in Spain, giving travellers plenty of options for exploring this fascinating country by rail. There are even rail holidays 2024 itineraries which combine rail travel with hiking in the mountains to provide an immersive view of Spain from within a luxurious train cabin!
The Al Andalus train is one of the world’s most luxurious trains, offering various itineraries from Seville and Malaga in southern Spain to shorter excursions across Northern Spain. At each destination you’ll enjoy five-star dining service while being mesmerised by breathtaking Spanish landscape slipping by your window.
