Al Ándalus
Seville ⇄ Madrid · 7 days · 6 nights · from €7,700 (2027, double occupancy) per person, all-inclusive
The journey
Europe's most spacious heritage train. Carriages built in 1928–1930 — originally for the British royal family's journeys to the Côte d'Azur — restored into a Belle Époque palace on rails. Seven days between Seville and Madrid through five UNESCO World Heritage cities: flamenco and the Alcázar in Seville, the Mezquita of Córdoba, dancing horses and sherry in Jerez, Roman Mérida, walled Cáceres and imperial Toledo.
Route: Seville · Jerez de la Frontera · Cádiz · Córdoba · Mérida · Cáceres · Torrijos · Toledo · Aranjuez · Madrid
- Four lounge cars built 1928–1930 with original Belle Époque interiors
- Five UNESCO World Heritage cities in one week: Seville, Córdoba, Mérida, Cáceres, Toledo
- Two nights in Jerez for its sherry bodegas and famous Andalusian horses, plus a day visit to Toledo
- Two cabin classes: Suite Deluxe (8.26 m², double bed) and Gran Clase Room (6.58 m², twin beds)
- Nightly live music in the piano car; the train parks at a station every night
The itinerary
Directions alternate by departure — the reverse itinerary visits the same places the other way round, with a slightly different day plan. See the calendar for each date’s direction.
Seville — Jerez de la Frontera
Meet in Seville mid-morning for an introduction to the city and lunch, then board the train in the afternoon to meet the crew over a welcome toast. The train runs south to Jerez for the night.
Jerez de la Frontera
A full day in Jerez: sherry bodegas, the Andalusian horses that made the town famous, and the historic centre, with a mix of guided visits and free time. Lunch and dinner on board; second night in Jerez.
Cádiz — Córdoba
A morning in Cádiz, the ancient port on the Atlantic, then lunch on board as the train heads inland to Córdoba. Free afternoon, dinner at a local restaurant and a night in Córdoba.
Córdoba — Mérida
Morning at Córdoba's Mosque-Cathedral and the old quarter around it; lunch on board on the way to Mérida in Extremadura, where the afternoon is given to the Roman city. Night in Mérida.
Cáceres — Torrijos
Breakfast arrival in Cáceres for its walled medieval old town, local food and free time, then on across the meseta to Torrijos. Dinner on board.
Toledo — Aranjuez
A day visit to Toledo — its lanes, viewpoints and monuments — then after lunch the Royal Palace grounds and gardens of Aranjuez. Dinner on board as the train heads for Madrid.
Madrid
Breakfast arrival in Madrid, final visits in the capital and a farewell gala lunch. Journey ends.
Your cabin
Suite Deluxe
Beds: Double 1.50 × 1.90 m, converting to a sofa by day
Wood-panelled suites in sleeper cars 1–5; private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and welcome items; wardrobe, luggage rack, safe, minibar, adjustable air conditioning and large windows.
Gran Clase Room
Beds: One fixed bed 1.80 × 0.80 m and a sofa converting to a 1.80 × 0.70 m bed; both become armchairs by day
Sleeper cars 6–7, keeping the size and atmosphere of the original compartments; private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and welcome items; wardrobe, luggage rack, safe, minibar, adjustable climate control and large windows.
In pictures
Upcoming departures
2027 fares from €7,700 per person double occupancy (€13,050 single). Special offers are available on selected departures — sign in to your account to see them. A 15% deposit holds your suite; balance due 35 days before departure.
Live availability for each suite type, updated from the train’s reservation system several times a day. Choose a date and suite to book online.
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Al Ándalus FAQs
Does the Al Ándalus visit Granada?
No — the current route runs Seville ⇄ Madrid via Jerez de la Frontera (two nights), Cádiz, Córdoba, Mérida, Cáceres, Torrijos, Toledo and Aranjuez. Granada, Ronda and Málaga are not on the itinerary, though we can arrange pre- or post-journey stays in Granada for the Alhambra.
Is the Madrid to Seville trip the same in reverse?
Very nearly. Northbound departures leave Seville and spend two nights in Jerez; southbound departures leave Madrid, board at Aranjuez, and finish with a full day and night in Córdoba before arriving in Seville. Both visit the same cities over 7 days and 6 nights, and Toledo is a day visit in either direction.
What does the Al Ándalus cost?
2027 season fares: Gran Clase €7,700 per person double (€13,050 single) and Suite Deluxe €9,200 (€16,050 single), all-inclusive. Special offers are available on selected departures — sign in to your account to see them.
What is the difference between the two cabin classes?
Suite Deluxe cabins (8.26 m², sleeper cars 1–5) have a fixed double bed of 1.50 × 1.90 m that converts to a sofa by day; Gran Clase Rooms (6.58 m², cars 6–7) have one fixed bed of 1.80 × 0.80 m and a sofa that converts to a 1.80 × 0.70 m bed. Both have a private bathroom with a shower.
When does it run?
Spring and autumn, avoiding the Andalusian high summer — the 2027 season runs from late March to late September.
Considering the alternatives? Compare with Transcantábrico Gran Lujo or Costa Verde Express, or see all three side by side.