Al Andalus - The Andalusian, Malaga to Seville

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Malaga ➞ Seville ➞ Madrid

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HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Rail Travel as per the itinerary • 6 nights accommodation onboard the Al Andalus Train in a Grand

Class Suite • 1 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Malaga • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Seville • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Madrid • Skip the line Prado Museum entrance • Real Madrid Bernabeu Stadium tour • Las Ventas Tour • Flights from the UK to Malaga and

Madrid to the UK • Private airport transfers in Malaga and Madrid

DAY 1 – YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN MALAGA

Welcome to Malaga! You will be met on arrival at the airport and taken directly to your hotel for the next 24hrs, the magnificent Parador Castillo de Gibralfaro.

DAY 2 – AL ANDALUS, MALAGA – GRANADA

This morning meet your fellow travelling companions for the rail adventure ahead. Have a tour of the Alcazaba, then following lunch travel to Granada by coach, where you will be welcomed onto the train.

DAY 3 – AL ANDALUS, GRANADA–LINARES/BAEZA

After breakfast onboard it’s a tour of the worldfamous Alhambra Palace and spectacular gardens today. You’ll also be led around the city of Granada itself, before settling back onboard the train. Dinner is served en-route to Linares/Baeza. DAY 4 – AL ANDALUS, LINARES/BAEZA – ÚBEDA – BAEZA - CÓRDOBA

Tour the UNESCO World Heritage Cities of Úbeda and Baeza after breakfast today, then its lunch onboard whilst you travel to Cordoba. Tour this fascinating city and learn all about the rich layers of history. Dinner is served onboard the train. DAY 5 – AL ANDALUS, CÓRDOBA – RONDA

it’s a delicious lunch onboard en-route to the gorgeous town of Ronda. Perched on a plateau with its iconic bridge straddling the deep Tajo de Ronda gorge, Ronda is a spectacular sight. Following a wonderfully informative tour dinner tonight is enjoyed in a local restaurant.

Madrid

DAY 6 – AL ANDALUS. RONDA–JEREZ

Its breakfast on the move today, as you enjoy the wonderful Andalucian landscape on your way to Jerez. Discover the secrets of a Jerez (sherry) winery and enjoy the show ‘How Andalusian Horse Dance,’ a famous equestrian ballet featuring traditional music. Lunch in the fabulous Sanlúcar de Barrameda then enjoy some free time at your own leisure.

DAY 7 – AL ANDALUS, JEREZ – CADIZ - JEREZ

Make the short drive to the coast today by coach and enjoy the day exploring the oldest city in the West, Cadiz. Known as ‘La Tacita de Plata’ (the Silver Teacup) it is blessed with some wondrful architecture and rich history. Following lunch its back to jerez for some more free time, and dinner. DAY 8 – AL ANDALUS, SEVILLE

Bid farewell to the crew onboard the train at breakfast, then enjoy a city tour of all the historical sights of Seville. Enjoy a final lunch with all your travelling companions at the marvellous Hotel Alfonso XIII, then around 5pm make your way to your hotel for a two-night stay. DAY 9 – SEVILLE

Enjoy a relaxing day at your own pace today, exploring the capital of Andalucía. Speak to any of our Rail Experts should you like a private tour of the Royal Alcázar perhaps, or a lesson in the fine art of Flamenco! One thing is for sure, make sure you visit the Metropol Parasol – 2 mushroom like structures in the heart of the city which offer great views from underneath and from on top. DAY 10 – MADRID

Head over to the station and enjoy the highspeed Ave service to Madrid, and on arrival check-in at your hotel for a 2-night stay. Once settled why not stretch your legs with a stroll around the beautiful Retiro park, then in the evening enjoy a drink and some tapas in the Puerta del Sol. DAY 11 – MADRID

Make use of your great sightseeing pass today, which gives you a choice of 3 great activities and attractions to visit. Discover masterpieces by Valazquez, Goya and Bosch in the Prado perhaps, or maybe visit Las Ventras – the most important bullring in the world, or in the evening enjoy a traditional Flamenco show in Torres Bermejas. DAY 12 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN MADRID

Following breakfast at the hotel a car will collect you and take you to the airport for your flight home, or alternatively do speak to any of our Rail Experts about extending your travels elsewhere.