El Transcantábrico Gran Lujo evokes, in every moment and place, the nostalgia and elegance of the ancient railway. Discover unique experiences, the pleasure of observing, listening, smelling, touching and tasting. Let time pass with the pace of a soft clatter while moving towards new places and new sensations. The train, the suites, the crew, the cuisine…, everything that the offer entails of El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo, is oriented towards one goal: make this journey a unique and unforgettable experience.
Its leisure carriages, real gems of railway heritage, were created in the late 20s with the purpose of providing a service of the highest level to the wealthy classes on their leisure trips. The elegant interior decoration recalls those days and converts these carriages in luxurious spaces to enjoy a splendid meal, a relaxing drink or an evening of entertainment and a chat with our fellow-travelers. The panoramic carriage, with its large windows, will reveal every day hundreds of images of overwhelming beauty.
The El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo Suites are designed for your clients’ rest and privacy. Providing only fourteen suites spaciousness, comfort and exclusivity are assured.
Boarding El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo is enjoying a very original travel experience, an unforgettable journey through the Cantabrian coast along our steward’s constant attention and an all-inclusive trip; leave the worrying to us and instead seize every moment and every destination. Breathtaking landscapes, ancestral culture and fancy cuisine, are the hallmarks of this vintage train.
Hotel Barceló Costa Vasca in San Sebastian at 1 p.m.
Rendezvous at 1 pm in San Sebastian at Hotel Barceló Costa Vasca. Passengers reception, welcome and lunch in San Sebastián, a city of elegant beauty and home to major cultural events. Tour of the town after lunch and transfer by luxury coach to Bilbao, where El Transcantábrico is waiting for us. Welcome drink with the crew. Train trip to Villasana de Mena while enjoying our first dinner onboard. Overnight in Villasana de Mena.
Just as every day, we begin the journey with a delicious buffet and a la carte breakfast. El Trancantábrico will take us back to the dynamic city of Bilbao,that has managed to reinvent itself after the decline of its heavy industry. City tour including admission for the famous Guggenheim Museum, epitome of a new Bilbao. Return to the train to continue our journey to Santander while having lunch onboard. City sightseeing tour of the elegant capital of Cantabria and free time. Those who wish may visit El Gran Casino after dinner (entrance included). Overnight in Santander.
Train trip to Unquera station from where we will travel by coach through the gorge of La Hermida and reach the town of Potes. After visiting this charming village, enjoy a spa circuit at La Hermida Spa. Return to the train after lunch and trip to Cabezón de la Sal. In the afternoon there will be free time and you may choose to visit the mansion of El Capricho in the town of Comillas, the impressive and colorful 19th century house designed by Antonio Gaudí. Dinner and overnight in Cabezón de la Sal.
The day begins with a visit to the town of Santillana del Mar with its beautifully preserved medieval town. Next we will be taken on a tour of Altamira Neocave, the finest realistic example of Upper Palaeolithic cave art. After lunch we will return to the train and travel into Asturian territory, visiting the village of Ribadesella and its charming promenade and stunning historic mansions. Dinner and overnight in Arriondas.
Today our coach will drive us to the heart of the Principality of Asturias, to the Picos de Europa National Park. First enroute is Lake Enol, then visit the sacred place of Shrine of Covadonga to hear its legends. Back onboard for lunch and trip to the region’s capital, Oviedo, the highlight of Asturian Romanesque art, featuring gems such as the basilica of San Julian de los Prados. City tour and free time. Dinner onboard while we travel to Candás, where we will spend the night.
We begin the day discovering Avilés, an ancient city with a precious old town, and Gijón, a city that opens up to the Cantabrian Sea and is alive with cultural events. After visiting both towns, return to the El Trans-cantábrico to continue our coastal journey to Luarca, visiting this charming seaside town embedded in a stunning landscape. Dinner and overnight in Luarca.
Train trip to the historic town of Ribadeo, in Galician lands, bordering Asturias. Our coach will take us to the Las Catedrales Beach, one of the most spectacular beaches in the world. City sightseeing in Ribadeo and free time. Back to the train we will head towards Viveiro, with city tour and free time. Dinner and overnight in Viveiro.
While enjoying our last breakfast onboard, we will arrive in Ferrol, followed by a comfortable coach trip to Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy a city tour in this historical town, goal of devotees for over a thousand years, and admire its countless artistic jewels such as the Cathedral. End of trip after the tour.
| Room Type | Single Occupancy | Double Occupancy | Triple Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Suite | $ 18,480.00 | $ 21,360.00 | $ 26,400.00 |
| Months |
Days |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | 30 |
| April 2024 | 13, 27 |
| May 2024 | 11, 25 |
| June 2024 | 8, 22 |
| July 2024 | 6, 20 |
| August 2024 | 3, 17, 31 |
| September 2024 | 14, 28 |
| October 2024 | 12, 26 |
