Why Book Spain's Luxury Trains Through the Official Representative
Spain's three luxury trains — Al Ándalus, El Transcantábrico Gran Lujo and the Costa Verde Express — are operated by Renfe, Spain's national railway, through its luxury tourist train division. Renfe runs the trains, employs the crew and sets the itineraries and fares. Palace Tours, which runs Spain Luxury Trains, is Renfe's authorized sales representative for travelers in the Americas. We do not operate the trains; we sell them, and we look after you from the first question to the day you step off in Santiago, Madrid or Seville.
Many travel agencies can resell these trains. Here is what booking through the authorized representative changes in practice.
Real availability, confirmed on the spot
These trains carry between 28 and 64 guests, and popular departures sell out months ahead. We book directly against Renfe's live inventory, so the suite we quote is the suite you get — confirmed while you are on the phone, not days later after a chain of emails between agencies.
Clear payment terms, in US dollars
A 15% deposit confirms your booking, and the balance is due 35 days before departure. Fares are set in euros, and you can pay in US dollars with a US company, rather than wiring money to Spain. Florida-registered seller of travel no. ST41461.
Support in your time zone and your language
Our specialists are based in the United States and speak English and Spanish. Before you travel we handle dietary and medical notes, celebrations, and the practical questions — what to pack, how the excursions work, what is included. If something changes on Renfe's side, we deal with it and tell you what it means for your trip.
The whole trip, not just the train
The train fare covers the train week. We add everything around it: hotels before and after, private transfers from the airport to the station, and extensions — Granada and the Alhambra after Al Ándalus, San Sebastián before the Gran Lujo, Porto after the northern trains. One booking, one point of contact.
How to check you are dealing with the right people
- Ask which departure and cabin category is being held, and when the deposit is due.
- Check that the fare matches the published season rates — for 2027, from €7,700 on Al Ándalus, €11,100 on the Gran Lujo and €5,300 on the Costa Verde Express, per person in double occupancy.
- Make sure the itinerary is current: Al Ándalus now runs Seville ⇄ Madrid, not to Granada.
Questions? Ask a specialist, call 800-724-5120 (+1 786-408-0610 from outside the US), or email travel@palacetours.com. Our step-by-step booking guide walks through the process.
Quick answers
Who operates Spain's luxury trains?
Renfe, Spain's national railway, operates Al Ándalus, El Transcantábrico Gran Lujo and the Costa Verde Express through its luxury tourist train division. Palace Tours is Renfe's authorized sales representative for travelers in the Americas; it sells and services the trains but does not operate them.
How much deposit is required to book a Spanish luxury train?
A 15% deposit confirms the booking, and the balance is due 35 days before departure.
Can I pay for Spain's luxury trains in US dollars?
Yes. Fares are set in euros, but when you book through Palace Tours you can pay in US dollars to a US company, a Florida-registered seller of travel (no. ST41461).
Published September 21, 2026 by the Spain Luxury Trains editorial desk — the official authorized booking source for Spain’s luxury trains. Questions? Ask a specialist or call 800-724-5120.
