Spanish train experience: Discover Andalusia, Extremadura, Castile, and Madrid (2026/2027)
starting at 6.600 €

Al-Andalus Individual (Madrid – Seville)

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7-day train adventure through Spain on the Al Ándalus

Europe

Spain

1 - 60 people

7 days

Enjoy an unforgettable journey on the legendary Al Ándalus and experience unique cities such as Seville, Córdoba, Cádiz, Jerez de la Frontera, Cáceres, Mérida, Toledo, and Aranjuez. Travel in comfort in Belle Époque style to the most beautiful places in Spain's Middle East.

Stephanie Gräf

Spezialist für individuelle und erlebnisreiche Reisen rund um den Globus.

I am your contact person for questions and bookings regarding your trip.

You can reach me by phone or email:
+49 (0)201 858 90 960
welcome@inventia.de

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HIGHLIGHTS

Belle Époque par excellence: Train journey through central eastern Spain on the comfortable Al Ándalus
6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Seville, Córdoba, Toledo, Cáceres, Mérida, and Aranjuez
An exquisite journey through Spain's gastronomy
7-day exclusive round trip in an international group
Daily guided city tours against impressive backdrops
Fantastic panoramic views and peaceful sleep: enjoy the passing landscapes during the day, and at night the train stops at the station.
High-quality cuisine: Extensive breakfast buffet and daily multi-course menu on board the Al Ándalus, some meals in selected restaurants
Jerez: Wine tasting and visit to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art
Alcázar de San Juan: Visit Campo de Criptana, the scenic inspiration for Spain's most famous novel: Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes

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itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Al Ándalus!

Morning welcome by Spanish Railways staff in Madrid. Panoramic tour and lunch in the capital. In the afternoon, you will travel to Aranjuez, where the train will be waiting for you. After a welcome toast, you will settle into your compartment. You will then visit the Royal Palace of Aranjuez and its gardens. A World Heritage Site where history and beauty can be found in every corner of this royal location. (MA)

Day 2 Aranjuez – Toledo – Alcázar de San Juan

After breakfast, visit Toledo. Once the most monumental imperial city in Europe, it is now a World Heritage Site. The mixture of Christian, Muslim, and Jewish architecture, with its architectural representatives—the Gothic cathedral, the 10th-century mosque, and two synagogues—has given Toledo its universal character. Continue to Alcázar de San Juan. (FMA)

Day 3 Alcázar de San Juan – Cáceres

In the morning, visit an artisan cheese factory and a wine cellar to learn about how the most famous products of the La Mancha region are made. In the afternoon, visit Campo de Criptana with its characteristic windmills, a source of inspiration for Cervantes in his work Don Quixote. Afterwards, return to Alcázar de San Juan and take the train to Cáceres. (FMA)

Day 4 Cáceres – Mérida – Jerez

After breakfast on board, you will visit Cáceres, another World Heritage Site. Its well-preserved streets, squares, and palaces, combined with its cultural diversity, offer visitors a unique experience. Later, you will take the train to Mérida, which you will visit in the afternoon. Founded in 25 BC, this city of the ancient Roman Empire is also a World Heritage Site, and you will explore its ruins and history. Continue by train to Jerez de la Frontera. (B, L, D)

Day 5 Jerez de la Frontera

After breakfast, you will explore the city and attend an Andalusian horse ballet accompanied by Spanish music. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant, followed by an afternoon visit to a popular winery. (FMA)

Day 6 Jerez de la Frontera – Cádiz – Jerez de la Frontera

After a hearty breakfast on board the Al Ándalus, a coach trip will take you to Cádiz. Here you will discover secluded squares and alleys full of Andalusian joie de vivre. Cádiz is considered the oldest city in Europe! Continue to Córdoba, the former capital of the medieval emirate and caliphate of Al-Andalus, where you will visit the Mosque-Cathedral. The city was once the largest, most cultured, and most opulent city in Western Europe. FMA)

Day 7 Farewell in Seville

After a hearty breakfast on board the Al Ándalus, you will bid farewell to the Al Ándalus and its friendly crew. You will then explore Seville, Andalusia's cheerful and colorful metropolis. You will visit the historic center, where you can marvel at the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, among other sights. Your eventful journey will then come to an end in the afternoon. (B)

Information

Included services:

7-day trip on the Al Ándalus with 6 nights in a compartment of your chosen category
Meals as per itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner), selected wines, beverages, coffee, liqueurs
Guided excursions as per itinerary
Music and entertainment in the lounge car and piano bar
Multilingual tour guide (English and Spanish speaking)

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