Railbookers Spain by Rail for Australian Travellers

2024 2025

SPAIN AND PORTUGAL

BY RAIL

WHY RAILBOOKERS? Railbookers offers expertly planned tailor made holidays, with an extensive range of holidays to Europe, North America and beyond.

We take the complexity out of independent rail travel and offer all our customers unparalleled service, incredible travel experiences and the very best value. The team at Railbookers is made up of proud ‘train geeks’ with comprehensive knowledge and passion for all things rail.

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RAIL EXPERT KNOWLEDGE We know rail; from the best routes to the best times ensuring you have the best holiday.

MAXIMUM FLEXIBILITY ny destination, any date A for any length of time… simply put, if the train goes there, so do we.

BOOK AND TRAVEL FROM TODAY TO 2 YEARS AHEAD

LARGEST RAIL HOLIDAY SELECTION

You can depart today or book your bucket-list trip 2 years ahead; either way, we have you covered.

From luxurious, multicountry journeys to extending your cruise, or creating a tailor made rail itinerary, we have it all.

NO RAIL TRIP IS TOO COMPLICATED FOR US What is confusing is our easy and anything can be customized.

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CONTENTS Why Railbookers

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Rail Network across Europe

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Everything you need to know about our holidays

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Spain and Portugal

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Madrid and Complete Andalucia

10-11

Best of Iberia

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Spain and Portugal Essential Tour 14-15 Grand Barcelona, Seville and Madrid

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Lisbon, Porto, and The Douro River 18-19 Amsterdam, Paris, Barcelona, Malaga and Madrid

20-21

El Transcantabrico - Gran Lujo from San Sebastian to Santiago de Compostela

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Al Andalus - The Andalusian, Malaga to Seville

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OUR RAIL PARTNERS

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RAIL NETWORK

Bergen Orkney Islands

ACROSS EUROPE

John o’Groats

Ferry

Ullapool

Outer Hebrides

Mallaig

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Inverness

Jacobite

Fort William Glencoe

Aberdeen

EDINBURGH Glasgow BELFAST

Local Intercity Carlisle

Newcastle

Local Intercity Galway

York

Leeds

Ferry

DUBLIN

Liverpool

Holyhead

Hull

Manchester

Chester

UNITED KINGDOM

Killarney

Ferry

Stratford-upon-Avon Swansea

Cambridge

Oxford

Bristol

Ijmuiden

Harwich

AMSTERDAM

Den Haag Penzance

LONDON Totnes

Falmouth

Ebbsfleet Ashford

Eurostar

Calais-Frethun

Lannion

Le Havre

Quimper

Morlaix

St-Brieuc Redon

Lorient Vannes

St-Malo

Vitré

Laval

Nantes

Poitiers Ruffec TGV

Angoulême La Coruña

Pontevedra

Monforte de Lemos

Vigo

Ourense

Oviedo

Agen

Man Saarbrü

TGV

Strasbourg

Mulhouse Dijon Belfort Besançon

La Souterraine

FRANCE

Nancy

Basel

Golden Pass Lucerne Interlaken Lausanne Geneva Lyon

Arcachon Local Intercity

Santander

Kaiserslautern Metz

Limoges Brive-la-Gaillarde

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LUXEMBOURG

Thalys

Châteauroux

Bordeaux Gijón

BELGIUM Reims

Les AubraisOrléans Eurostar Vierzon

Tours

Niort

Cologne

Forbach

Angers

La Rochelle

Santiago de Compostela

Rouen

BRUSSELS

Le Mans

TGV Les Sables d’Olonne

Lille

Mantes-la-Jolie PARIS

Rennes

St-Nazaire

Le Croisic

Hoek van Rotterdam Holland Bruges Calais Ghent Ypres Antwerp

Rang-du-Fliers-Verton Local Intercity

Brest

NETHERLANDS Netherland

SWITZ.

Montreux Zermatt

Glacier Express

Brig

Lake Maggiore

Eurocity Milan

Mâcon San Biarritz Dax Montauban TGV Sebastiá /Donostia Hendaye Pau Puebla de Sanabria Altsasu Turin Irún Toulouse Local Intercity Porto Nimes Avignon Lourdes Tarbes Vitoria/ Local Intercity Palencia Montpellier Zamora Pamplona Burgos Gasteiz Carcassonne Aix-en-Provence Arles Sestri Levante Sud Express Fuentes Valladolid Beziers TGV Cinque Ter de Oñoro Cannes Medina del Campo Tudela Narbonne Nice Coimbra Marseille de N. Salamanca St-Raphaël Huesca Perpignan TGV Toulon Segovia Calatayud Zaragoza Ávila Figueres Entroncamento Valencia de Lleida Girona Alcántara Guadalajara AVE MADRID Barcelona Cáceres LISBON Teruel Badajoz Tarragona Toledo Mérida Cuenca Bilbao

León

Miranda de Ebro

SPAIN

PORTUGAL

Ciudad Real AVE

Bus Faro

Alcazar de San Juan

Requena

València

Linares

Huelva

Seville

Jaén Córdoba

Cádiz

Antequera

Granada

Local Intercity Murcia

Málaga Ferry

Castelló Sagunt

Albacete

Algeciras Tangiers

Alicante Cartagena

Almería

RABAT Al-Boraq train Casablanca

MOROCCO

Local train

Marrakech Bus

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The Flåm Railway

Flam

Local trains to Umeå, Luleå, Narvik & Galivare

Local trains to Trondheim & Bodø

Myrdal

NORWAY

FINLAND

SWEDEN

OSLO

Allegro

HELSINKI

Stavanger X2000

Ferry

STOCKHOLM

TALLINN

St. Petersburg

ESTONIA

Gothenburg

Local Intercity

DENMARK

RIGA

Ferry

Bus

COPENHAGEN

LATVIA

Trans-Siberian and Trans-Mongolian routes to Beijing & Vladivostock

LITHUANIA Eurocity

ds

ICE

Local Intercity

GERMANY

BERLIN

VILNIUS

Bus Poznan

Hannover

Berlin-Warsaw Express Leipzig Dresden Eurocity

Frankfurt

RUSSIA

Gdansk

Hamburg

Wroclaw

Local Intercity

POLAND

WARSAW

Nightjet

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PRAGUE

nnheim ücken

ICE Nuremberg

ALX

CZECH REPUBLIC

Stuttgart

Krakow

TGV Munich

Zurich

Salzburg

Innsbruck

AUSTRIA

Chur

Bernina Express Tirano

St. Moritz

Villach Euronight

Lake Como

Lake Garda

Eurocity

Railjet

BUDAPEST

HUNGARY

LJUBLJANA

Nightjet

Verona

Eurocity

CROATIA

Venice

Subotica

Novi Sad

Bologna

Sighișoara Sibiu

Local Intercity Brasov

BELGRADE Split

Siena Nightjet

Euronight

Local Intercity

Florence

Pisa

ROMANIA

ZAGREB

rre Lucca

VIENNA

Nightjet

SERBIA

BUCHAREST

La Frecce Dubrovnik ROME

ITALY Bari

Naples Sorrento Circumvesuviana

Ferry Local Intercity Palermo Taormina Catania

GREECE Patras

Siracusa Pozzallo Ferry VALLETTA

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Barcelona

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Madrid

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OUR HOLIDAYS HOW DO I MAKE A RESERVATION? Call Railbookers 1300 938 534 to speak with one of our knowledgeable Rail Experts to book your perfect rail holiday, call your local travel agent or visit our website to submit an online request at www.railbookers.com.au

WHAT INFORMATION DO YOU REQUIRE AT THE TIME OF BOOKING? All passenger first and last names, and all dates of birth, are required at the time of booking. Certain train providers will require passport information.

CAN I CUSTOMISE MY TRIP? Absolutely. We can add hotel nights to give you extra time to explore your destination, or add in additional destinations to help you discover new ones! We can also add transfers for ultimate ease and convenience and have an extensive range of sightseeing options so you can make the most of your trip. Just speak with our Rail Experts and we’ll start creating the perfect rail holiday for you.

CAN YOU RECOMMEND THE MOST SCENIC ROUTE TO GET TO MY DESTINATION? We’re always advocates of taking the scenic route!

With so much to see from the train windows on all our rail holidays, you’re in for a treat. If there’s a different route you could take for some extra special scenery, we’ll be excited to let you know!

CAN I UPGRADE TO FIRST-CLASS RAIL ON SOME OR EVEN ALL OF MY TRAIN JOURNEYS? You certainly can. We know that many of our customers like to upgrade some or all of their train journeys to first-class. Upgrading will give you a larger seat, more legroom and even a meal and drinks on certain routes. To find out more, please speak with one of our Rail Experts who will tell you the advantages of first class on your specific route.

CAN I TAKE A RAIL HOLIDAY THAT YOU OFFER IN REVERSE? Yes! We can offer a reverse option on any of our itineraries. If you are already planned to be in one destination and would like to visit cities on one of our packages in a different order or start/finish in a different location, please call us and speak with a Rail Expert.

WHERE ARE YOUR HOTELS LOCATED? Our hotels are centrally located within each city we offer. Most are within a short distance of local sights and/or your railway stations.

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING? In general, each passenger can take two items of luggage plus one personal item. There are no weight restrictions - just remember you’ll need to carry everything!

CAN I ADD ON ADDITIONAL SIGHTSEEING OR ADDITIONAL HOTEL NIGHTS?

CAN I CHOOSE MY TRAIN TIMES? Our packages don’t have set departure times, and if there is a train running when there are multiple trains a day, your Rail Expert will be able to talk you through the different departures. If there’s a particularly convenient time or a departure that will ensure you catch the best scenery, we’ll be sure to recommend it.

HOW LONG BEFORE THE TRAIN DEPARTS SHOULD I BE AT THE STATION? With the exception of Eurostar, which has a 45-minute check-in time, there is no official check-in required for train journeys in Europe or North America. Of course, we always recommend arriving at the station in plenty of time.

WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS? After we receive full payment, travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to your departure.

Yes, you can add additional sightseeing activities and/or hotel nights to most existing rail holiday packages we offer. When you speak with a Rail Expert, request an explanation of the upgrade options to your holiday package as you wish.

Additional charges may apply.

AM I ABLE TO TRAVEL ON MY CHOICE OF DATES? There are no set departure dates with our holidays, with the exception of private train journeys such as the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Most trains will run every day, which means our holidays do too!

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SPAIN & PORTUGAL Explore Spain and discover Moorish palaces and Baroque squares in Andalucia, colorful Gaudí creations in Catalonia, the tiled terraces of Park Guell, and the incredible Alhambra in Granada. In Portugal, explore the cobbled streets, grand cathedrals and river views of places such as Lisbon and Porto.

Taking the train makes it easy to combine any number of these fantastic destinations in one amazing holiday.

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Barcelona

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MADRID AND COMPLETE ANDALUCIA Madrid ➡ Granada ➡ Cordoba ➡ Seville

Bay of Biscay

North Atlantic Ocean Your journey begins with your first night in Madrid

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Day trip from Seville to Ronda

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Alhambra

Day trip from Cordoba to Jaen

2 GRANADA 2 MALAGA

Mediterranean Sea

Spend 2 nights in Malaga before returning to Madrid for your final night Madrid

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Granada

15 DAYS

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TRIP HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail Travel as per the itinerary • 14 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast ‘ • Alhambra Palace guided tour • Flamenco show and dinner in Granada • Half day walking tour in Cordoba i • Jaen day trip with guided tour • Hop-on-Hop-off pass in Cadiz • Small group tour of Seville • Small group full day tour to Ronda • Hop-on-Hop-off pass in Malaga

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Madrid - NH Collection Madrid Suecia Granada - Hospes Palacio De Los Patos Cordoba - NH Collection Amistad Cadiz - Occidental Cadiz Seville - H10 Corregidor Boutique Malaga - NH Malaga Hotels are subject to availability.

Alternatives may be used.

DAY 9 -SEVILLE Board the train to Seville today and make your way to your hotel for a three-night stay. Its vast history steeped in Spain’s colonial riches and Islamic heritage make the city an artistic and cultural centre of southern Spain, with a very comfortable climate.

DAY 10 - SEVILLE Discover the key sights of this great city today with a small group tour, including entrance to the Royal Alcázar, cathedral and towering Giralda.

You also get to experience the grand Plaza de Espana and the evocative Jewish quarter. Later, the Mercado Lonja del Barranco is an easy fix for dinner by the river.

DAY 11 - RONDA DAY TRIP

DAY 1 - MADRID Welcome to Madrid! On arrival make your way to your hotel and check-in for one-night. Perhaps pop into the Prado museum to see one of the world’s best art collections?

DAY 2 - GRANADA Take the direct train to Granada and head to your hotel. Explore the winding narrow streets and in the evening perhaps wander up to the Mirador de San Nicolas for a breath-taking view of the Alhambra Palace at dusk.

DAY 3 - GRANADA Today discover the iconic Alhambra Palace and Generalife gardens on your included tour, then in the evening enjoy Flamenco and Tapas in the Sacromonte neighbourhood, the home of Flamenco.

DAY 4 - CORDOBA Depart Granada on the direct train to Cordoba where you will be staying for three-nights. Take a stroll around the city and in the evening head to Plaza de la Corredera for some delicious tapas in the most unique and breath-taking surroundings!

DAY 5 - CORDOBA Enjoy a walking tour today taking in the gems of this ancient city. The famous arches of the Mosque-Cathedral are mesmeric, whilst the old

Jewish Quarter and the Alcazar are rich in stories.

Enjoy an ice cream whilst crossing the ancient Roman bridge, or just relax and soak up the history of this great city.

DAY 6 - JAEN DAY TRIP Take the scenic rail line to Jaen, where you will be met by a guide who will show you all you might need to know in this secret Andalusian highlight.

Renowned for its Olive oil production and beautiful architecture, a visit to the cathedral and vast Arab baths are a must! Take the train back to Cordoba for your final night here.

DAY 7 - CADIZ After breakfast hop onto the train again, and head south to Cadiz, one of the oldest cities in the world inhabited since around 1100 BC. The city is surrounded by water so the seafood here is the freshest there could be and dinner on the beach is a lovely way to spend the evening.

DAY 8 - CADIZ Tour the city today with your included Hop-onHop-off pass, learning about the 1000’s of years of history in these romantic, windy streets. Be sure to check out the Museo de Cadiz for an amazing selection of ancient artefacts, and the recently refurbished Roman theatre.

Embark on a fascinating day trip today to one of Spain’s oldest and most beautiful cities, Ronda.

On the way explore Andalucía’s White Villages and wonderful wildlife, sample local olive oil before learning all about the amazing mountain top location and its incredible impressive Bull ring.

Return to Seville and enjoy your final night here.

DAY 12 - MALAGA Head to the coast today for two-nights in Malaga and settle in to enjoy the beautiful beaches and rich layers of history.

DAY 13 - MALAGA Enjoy learning about this great destination today with your Hop-on-Hop-off pass. head up to the Alcazaba and ruined Gibralfaro to discover its Moorish history and be sure to check out the impressive Roman Amphitheatre. In the evening wander through the old town and take your pick of the local tavernas for some local wine and tapas.

DAY 14 - MADRID After breakfast take the train to Madrid for a one-night stay in the Spanish capital. Take a stroll through the picturesque Puerta del Sol and stop by the impressive Royal Palace.

DAY 15 - END OF TOUR Make your way to the airport for your flight home.

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BEST OF IBERIA

Barcelona ➡ Malaga ➡ Granada ➡ Seville ➡ Lisbon ➡ Porto ➡ Vigo ➡ Santiago De Compostela ➡ Leon ➡ Bilbao ➡ Madrid

Bay of Biscay

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA 2

North Atlantic Ocean

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Your journey begins with 3 nights in Barcelona

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Mediterranean Sea

Lisbon

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Porto

24 DAYS

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FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Barcelona - NH Sants Malaga - NH Malaga Granada - Hospes De Los Patos Granada Seville - H10 Corregidor Boutique Lisbon - Hotel Marques de Pombal Vigo - Occidental Vigo Porto - NH Collection Porto Batalha Vigo - Occidental Vigo Santiago de Compostela - NH Collection Santiago Leon - NH Collection Leon Plaza Mayor Bilbao - Barcelo Bilbao Nervion Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

DAY 13 - LISBON TO PORTO Catch a direct train from Lisbon to Porto. Spend the next two days at leisure in Porto, the beautiful, historic city on the banks of the River Duoro.

DAY 14 - PORTO Enjoy the views of this beautiful city and its famous bridges with a 50min cruise along the Duoro river.

DAY 15 - PORTO TO VIGO Take a morning train from Porto to the fishing port town of Vigo.

DAY 16 - VIGO TO SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA Board a direct train to Santiago de Compostela, the final stop on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage trail.

DAY 17 - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA Today, a 2hr tour of the Catedral de Santiago de Compostela will surely be a highlight.

DAY 1 - WELCOME TO BARCELONA

DAY 7 - GRANADA

Upon arrival into Barcelona, make your own way to your hotel and check in for a three-night stay.

Bask in the sun amidst the mosaics of the Parc Guell, catch a boat out on the ocean, or ride the cable car to the top of Montjuïc hill.

This Andalusian city in southern Spain is famous for a single monument — the Alhambra. Use your skip the line admission to the incredible Moorish fortress and experience it for yourself.

The UNESCO World Heritage site houses breathtaking 13th- to 15th-century palaces and gardens, grand archways and delicate ornamental mosaics.

DAY 2 - BARCELONA After breakfast embark on a tour of Gaudi’s 2 master pieces; Casa Batlló and the spectacular Sagrada Familia.

DAY 3 - BARCELONA Art lovers also won’t want to miss a visit to the Picasso Museum to view a huge collection of the famous artist’s work.

DAY 4 - BARCELONA TO MÁLAGA Travel to Málaga, the capital of Andalusia. This evening enjoy a Flamenco show full of colour and passion!

DAY 5 - MÁLAGA On your second day in Málaga, stroll along the vibrant port and climb the Gibralfaro for some spectacular views and the Alcazaba fortress.

Entrance to the Picasso Museum here is included.

DAY 8 - GRANADA TO SEVILLE Take train to Seville via Antequera Santa-Ana. Seville is a stunning city with grand, Moorish influenced architecture and a vibrant Andalusian culture.

DAY 9 - SEVILLE Use your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to discover this beautiful city.

DAY 10 - SEVILLE TO LISBON Ride the bus from Seville to Faro, then catch your train to Lisbon. Portugal’s historic capital city is draped over seven hills overlooking the mouth of the River Tagus.

DAY 11 - LISBON Use your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to get to know the city.

DAY 6 - MÁLAGA TO GRANADA

DAY 12 - LISBON

Relax onboard the train ride from Málaga to Granada, the land of a thousand castles.

Enjoy your included guided day trip to both Sintra and Cascais.

DAY 18 - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA TO LEON Travel by train to Leon. Visit the Basilica de San Isodoro and Gaudi’s Casa Botines.

DAY 19 - LEON TO BILBAO After breakfast, catch a direct train from Leon to Bilbao, surrounded by rolling green hills and a breath-taking coastline.

DAY 20 - BILBAO Spend your day exploring and in the evening embark on a Chef led walking tour around this world famous hub of gastronomy.

DAY 21 - BILBAO TO MADRID Catch a direct train from Bilbao to Madrid. Stroll around the impressive Buen Retiro Park, one of the largest parks in all of Madrid.

DAY 22 - MADRID Use your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to continue exploring the city.

DAY 23 - MADRID Head out to one of the world-famous museums that make up Madrid’s ‘Golden Triangle of Art,’ including the iconic Prado Museum.

DAY 24 - YOUR HOLIDAY ENDS IN MADRID Enjoy breakfast and then check out of your hotel and continue with your travels.

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SPAIN AND PORTUGAL ESSENTIAL TOUR Barcelona ➡ Madrid ➡ Seville ➡ Lisbon ➡ Porto

Bay of Biscay

North Atlantic Ocean Your journey ends with 2 nights in Porto

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Seville

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Barcelona

11 DAYS

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TRIP HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail travel in standard class throughout • 10 nights hotel stay with breakfast • Skip the Line: Sagrada Familia Tour in Barcelona • Hop-on-Hop-off pass in Madrid • Small group tour of Seville including skip the line Royal Alcázar, and Seville Cathedral • Walking tour of Lisbon • 6 bridges cruise in Porto

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Barcelona - NH Sants Barcelona Madrid - NH Collection Madrid Suecia Seville - H10 Corregidor Boutique Hotel Lisbon - Hotel Marques de Pombal Porto - NH Collection Porto Batalha Hotels are subject to availability.

Alternatives may be used.

Madrid

DAY 1 - BARCELONA Take the train Paris, then change onto the direct train to Barcelona where you can check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Once settled into your hotel perhaps take an evening stroll down the tree-lined Las Ramblas, for dinner.

DAY 2 - BARCELONA Enjoy breakfast then embark on a tour of Gaudi’s 2 masterpiece’s: Casa Batlló and the spectacular Sagrada Familia. After, explore the atmospheric Gothic Quarter or why not visit the Picasso Museum to view a huge collection of the famous artist’s world.

DAY 3 - BARCELONA TO MADRID Travel from Barcelona to Madrid on the highspeed AVE train and upon arrival, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Spend two days sightseeing in this energetic capital.

DAY 4 - MADRID After breakfast explorer the city to its fullest with your Hop-on-Hop-off Pass. Why not head to the contemporary Museo Reina Sofía with its fascinating installations and impressive collection of works by Picasso and Dali.

DAY 5 - SEVILLE Make your way to Atocha station and take the train to Seville for a 2-night stay. (Overnight on the train).

Once settled in take a stroll along the riverside perhaps, or head to the top of the Metropol Parasol for a unique view of this great city.

DAY 6 - SEVILLE This morning join a small group tour of the absolute highlights of Seville, including the impressive Plaza de España, San Telmo Palace, Royal Alcázar and huge Cathedral and see the tomb of Christopher Columbus.

DAY 7 - LISBON Take the scenic coach ride from Seville to Lisbon and here check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Visit the city’s most iconic sights such as the impressive medieval castle of Sao Jorge, the National Museum of Contemporary Art and the Estrela Basilica.

DAY 8 - LISBON

a cruise along the River Duoro and marvel at the beautiful scenery from the water.

DAY 10 - PORTO Enjoy a full day at leisure in Porto. Wander through the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old town, enjoy your 1hr river cruise included at a time of your choosing, and don’t miss a tour of the Fundação de Serralves, a contemporary art gallery housed in a beautiful Art Deco building with lovely gardens.

No visit to Porto would be complete without a tour around the Port Wine cellars.

DAY 11 - DEPART PORTO After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel head to the airport for your flight home. If you wish to extend your holiday, perhaps with an additional day in a different city, one of our Rail Specialists would be happy to help you with the details.

Portugal’s historic capital city is draped over seven hills overlooking the mouth of the River Tagus. As one of the oldest cities in the world it has a huge amount to explore. Your guided walking tour included is the best way to enjoy these and more, including a stop for one of Lisbon’s delicious Pasteis de Nata.

DAY 9 - LISBON TO PORTO After breakfast, travel from Lisbon to Porto by train. On arrival, check in at your hotel for a twonight stay. Once settled at the hotel, why not take

Porto

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GRAND BARCELONA, SEVILLE AND MADRID

Barcelona ➡ Seville ➡ Madrid

Bay of Biscay

Your journey ends with 3 nights in Madrid

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Your journey begins with 3 nights in Barcelona

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Barcelona

Barcelona

9 DAYS

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TRIP HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • First class train travel as specified in the itinerary • 8 nights hotel stay with breakfast • Skip the Line: Barcelona Sagrada Familia Tour • Barcelona hop-on, hop-off tour •H op-on, hop-off bus pass and choice of walking tours in Seville •S kip the Line: Alcazar Guided Tour in Seville •T apas and Wine tasting tour in Madrid and much more

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Barcelona - NH Sants Barcelona Seville - H10 Corregidor Boutique Hotel Madrid - NH Collection Madrid Suecia Hotels are subject to availability.

Alternatives may be used.

Madrid

DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN BARCELONA

DAY 5 - SEVILLE

DAY 7 - MADRID

Arrive in Barcelona for a three-night stay. Once you’ve settled in, head down the tree-lined boulevard of Las Ramblas and mingle with the street performers and peruse the market stalls.

When in Seville, the Royal Alcazar Palace is simply a must-do! Avoid waiting with your included Skip the Line tour. You also have a three-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide included in your vacation.

Take advantage of your included skip-the-line tour of the Prado Museum. Your guide will take you through this large collection of European art.

DAY 6 - SEVILLE TO MADRID

Continue your exploration of the city on your included open-top, hop-on, hop off tour, featuring 37 stops along two routes transporting you to the city’s main sights with onboard commentary.

DAY 2 - BARCELONA Create your very own city tour today with your hop-on, hop-off passes, included with your vacation. From the beaches to the myriad mosaics of the Parc Guell and the bohemian Gothic Quarter, discover the highlights of the city at your own pace.

DAY 3 - BARCELONA

After breakfast, ride the rails to Madrid aboard an AVE service directly from Seville. Settle into your hotel and then head out to explore the city using your City Card. The card gives you entry to more than fifty museums, discounts on shopping and a guided walking tour.

DAY 8 - MADRID

DAY 9 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN MADRID Check out of your hotel after breakfast and depart Madrid.

Be sure to visit Gaudi’s iconic Sagrada Familia, one of the city’s most famous attractions.

Included in your vacation is a Priority Access Sagrada Familia Tour.

DAY 4 - BARCELONA TO SEVILLE Enjoy breakfast in your hotel and then take the high-speed AVE service to beautiful Seville, boasting ancient architecture and fragrant orange groves. Make use of your included City Card for free entry to many of the city’s attractions.

Seville

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LISBON, PORTO AND THE DOURO RIVER Lisbon ➡ Porto ➡ Pinhao ➡ Porto

Visit a Quintas with wine tasting

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Your journey ends with your final night in Porto

Cruise from Porto to Pinhão along the Douro River Sao Jorge Castle, Lisbon

PORTUGAL Your journey begins with 3 nights in Lisbon

SINTRA CABO DA ROCA CASCAIS ESTORIL

3 LISBON Day trip to Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Cascais and Estoril

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Sintra

Porto

8 DAYS

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• Tour of Douro wine estate including tastings and lunch.

• Local train from Pinhão to Porto

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Lisbon – Hotel Marques de Pombal Pinhão - Pousada Barão de Forrester Porto – NH Collection Porto Batalha Hotels are subject to availability.

Alternatives may be used.

Traditional Lisbon tram

DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN LISBON Welcome to Lisbon! On arrival head to your hotel for check-in, then get out to explore one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Aside from being packed with history, character and culture, the city also boasts colourful, century-old wooden trams and iron funiculars that travel up and down the charming, narrow streets.

DAY 2 - LISBON Use your Lisbon Card to save both time and money while discovering the best attractions and experiences the city has to offer. Featuring free entry to more than 20 museums and attractions and unlimited public transport, it is the perfect way to get to know Lisbon. The Praca do Comercio is the unmissable heart of the city, and from here why not head to the Pradao dos Descobrimentos and impressive medieval Belem Tower. From here it is just a short stroll to the iconic Pastéis de Belem bakery for some delicious, traditional tarts, then perhaps pay a visit to the world heritage listed Jerónimos Monastery nearby.

DAY 3 - SINTRA, CABO DA ROCA, CASCAIS & ESTORIL DAY TRIP Join a very small group tour today to Sintra – a village of UNESCO World Heritage. The former summer residence of the Portuguese Kings is

home to the Pena Palace. Dating from the 16th century it is considered one of the world’s most beautiful castles. Following lunch, you will slowly return to Lisbon via the coast and following stops at Cabo da Roca – the most westerly point of Europe, the pretty fisherman village of Cascais and the beaches of Estoril. In the evening be sure to wander the historic Barrio Alto neighborhood for a great selection of local bars and restaurants for dinner, as well as some fantastic views of the city to match.

DAY 4 - PORTO Travel by highspeed train to Porto and enjoy the wonderful scenery as the line follows the coastline. Famous for its delicious wine and cuisine, historic city centre, and friendly locals, this is one destination that does not disappoint.

Once settled head out and start making use of your 2-day sightseeing pass.

DAY 5 - PORTO Use your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to create your own itinerary and explore the city! Popular stops include Villa Nova de Gaia, Sé Catedral, Clérigos Church, Teleférico, and traditional wine cellars. In the evening perhaps feast of a Francesinha? The sauce-soaked meat sandwich is a local favourite!

DAY 6 - THE DOURO RIVER Make your way down to the river this morning and enjoy breakfast onboard as your boat sets sail upstream along the picturesque Douro river. Sit back and enjoy the fantastic views as the river winds around beautifully steeped hills. Lunch is served on board to the sound of nearby crickets, and the boat navigates its way through several impressive dams before arriving in Pinhão, from where you will be transferred to your hotel in the heart of the Douro Valley. Dinner is included this evening.

DAY 7 - THE DOURO VALLEY Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then visit a nearby Quintas. Here, explore the spectacular gardens and vineyards before tasting some of the wines this land produces. You will be served a delicious lunch cooked the traditional way in iron pots and be treated to some wonderful local music.

Following lunch, you are transferred to Pinhão station for your scenic train ride back to Porto but be sure to explore the small station before you leave as it is recognized as being Portugal’s most beautiful!

DAY 8 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN PORTO Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight home, or continue your travels elsewhere.

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AMSTERDAM, PARIS, BARCELONA, MALAGA AND MADRID Amsterdam ➡ Paris ➡ Barcelona ➡ Malaga ➡ Madrid

Your journey begins with 2 nights in Amsterdam

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1 Nights stay English Channel

NETH. 2 AMSTERDAM BELG.

PARIS 2 North Atlantic Ocean

Amsterdam

FRANCE Bay of Biscay Your journey ends with 2 nights in Madrid

MADRID 2

2 BARCELONA Madrid

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Barcelona

11 DAYS

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FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Xxxx – Xxxxx Hotels are subject to availability.

Alternatives may be used.

Paris

DAY 1 - AMSTERDAM Welcome to Amsterdam! Upon arrival, check into your hotel and start exploring Europe’s most diverse destination. Check out some of the city’s world-class art museums, like the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, or the Stedelijk, and stroll along the picturesque canals lined by trees and unique houseboats.

DAY 2 - AMSTERDAM After breakfast this morning, begin sightseeing with your included 24-hour hop-on, hop-off bus and boat tour. Experience unlimited cruises through the historic canal district and climb onboard the famous red buses when and where you want. Stop by the “I Amsterdam” letters and many more wonderful attractions and landmarks.

DAY 3 - AMSTERDAM TO PARIS Take a high-speed Thalys train from Amsterdam to Paris following your included breakfast. When you arrive, check into your hotel and begin exploring the charms of Paris. Why not start with visiting the iconic Eiffel Tower in the Champ de Mars park? Then there’s the Champs-Élysées, the most famous avenue in the city—and perhaps more famous than New York’s Times Square or London’s Piccadilly Circus.

sightseeing tour. Visit the Louvre Museum, Notre Dame, Grand Palais, the Paris Opera House and more! In the evening, stroll around the city and find a great place for an authentic Parisian meal and some delicious wine.

with your 24-hour hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. When it comes to the food and wine culture, you’re in luck. Málaga offers both Michelin starred restaurants and small fish shacks serving up delicious fare.

DAY 5 - PARIS TO BARCELONA

DAY 9 - MALAGA TO MADRID

Today, take a high-speed TGV train through the Pyrenees to Barcelona. Upon arrival, travel on your own to your hotel and check in for a two-night stay. Then, step out to explore the colourful city.

Travel on your own to the station and board your direct train from Malaga to Madrid. On arrival, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. In the afternoon, why not take a stroll around the impressive Buen Retiro Park? Later, you may wish to enjoy a drink along the Paseo de la Castellana or maybe the Gran Via, an elaborate and upmarket shopping street.

DAY 6 - BARCELONA After breakfast take a small group tour of the fascinating Casa Batlló and then onto the majestic Sagrada Familia. At your leisure, spend time wandering along the city’s most famous shopping street, Las Ramblas. After a busy day sightseeing, treat yourself to a glass of locally made sangria and delicious tapas.

DAY 7 - BARCELONA TO MALAGA Catch a morning train from Barcelona directly to Málaga, the capital of Andalusia. When you arrive in the late afternoon, travel on your own to your hotel and check in. Then, step out and enjoy what the evening has to offer.

DAY 4 - PARIS

DAY 8 - MALAGA

Following your included breakfast, continue exploring Paris with your 24-hour hop-on, hop-off

On your second day in Málaga, enjoy your included breakfast then continue exploring Costa del Sol

DAY 10 - MADRID This morning head to the Plaza Mayor where you will find the beating heart of this great city. Stop by the Plaza de Cibeles and admire the grand architecture of its buildings and be entertained by live musicians and street performers. For your final night embark on a journey of culinary discovery this evening, with a small group tour led by an expert local guide who will lead you to some of the city’s finest eateries for 3 hours of delicious tapas and local wine.

DAY 11 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN MADRID

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EL TRANSCANTABRICO - GRAN LUJO FROM SAN SEBASTIAN TO SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA Madrid ➡ San Sebastian ➡ Santiago De Compostela ➡ Madrid

Travel by luxury coach from San Sebastian to Bilbao where you board the Transcantabrico for your 7 night journey to Santiago de Compostela

North Atlantic Ocean

VIVEIRO 1 FERROL SANTIAGO DE 1 COMPOSTELA

Spend 1 night in Santiago de Compostela before returning to Madrid for your final night

SANTANDER SANTILLANA DEL MAR 1 LLANES

GIJON CANDAS 1

RIBADEO 1 LUARCA OVIEDO RIBADESELLA COVADONGA POTES CABEZON DE LA SAL

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Dining onboard the Transcantabrico

SAN SEBASTIAN

SPAIN KEY

1 Nights stay 1 Nights onboard

Transcantabrico

Your journey begins with 2 nights in Madrid

3 MADRID

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Madrid

Catedrais Beach, Ribadeo

13 DAYS

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FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Madrid - Barcelo Torre de Madrid Santiago de Compostela - NH Collection Santiago San Sebastian -Barcelo Costa Vasca Madrid - Barcelo Torre de Madrid Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

DAY 8 - TRANSCANTABRICO (ARRIONDAS - CANDÁS) After breakfast it’s a coach ride deep into the Picos de Europa National Park, then visit the spectacular Sanctuary of Covadonga, a sacred shrine tucked away in a cave high in the mountains. Once back onboard settled in for lunch before disembarking again in the regions capital - Orvieto, home of the magnificent Cathedral de San Salvord and the San Julian de los Prados basilica. Following a city tour and free time to explore enjoy dinner on board en-route to the seaside town of Candás.

DAY 9 - TRANSCANTABRICO (CANDÁS LUARCA) First today is a tour of the ancient seafaring town of Avilés, then it’s on to Gijón to explore is Roman archaeological sites, Romanesque churches, and 19th-century shipyards. Once back onboard the train, enjoy the coastal views as you continue to the pretty fishing village of Luarca.

DAY 10 - TRANSCANTABRICO (LUARCA VIVEIRO)

DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN MADRID

DAY 5 - TRANSCANTABRICO (CARRANZA - SANTANDER)

Welcome to Madrid! You will be met on arrival at the airport and taken to your hotel for a 2-night stay. Then in the evening enjoy a drink and some tapas in the Puerta del Sol.

Following breakfast onboard the train returns to Bilbao for a city tour and visit to the amazing Guggenheim Museum. Enjoy lunch onboard together with some beautiful scenery along the way before arriving in Santander where you have some free time to wander. Following dinner, a visit to the historic Grand Casino is included.

The train crossed the border into the ancient region of Galicia this morning, as you arrive in the seaside town of Ribadeo, and from here travel by coach to Las Catedrales - one of the world’s finest beaches. Back onboard, you will continue onto the gorgeous town of Viveiro. Explore its medieval city walls, Romanesque churches, and enjoy dinner in one of its fantastic restaurants.

DAY 6 - TRANSCANTABRICO (SANTANDER - CABEZÓN DE LA SAL)

DAY 11 - TRANSCANTABRICO (VIVEIRO SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA)

Depart the train in Unquera and cross the impressive gorge of La Hermina en-route to the charming Cantabrian village of Potes and beautiful views of the Liébana Valley. Then, perhaps take a dip at the Hermida Spa and re-join the train for lunch and continue to Cabezón de la Sal where you will have some free time to explore.

As the train pulls into Ferrol, you will wave goodbye to the impressive coastal fortress of Castello de San Felipe and take a coach ride to Santiago de Compostela. Follow in the footsteps of thousands of years of pilgrims to its famous cathedral and resting place of St James.

DAY 2 - MADRID 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 3 - MADRID TO SAN SEBASTIAN Head up to Madrid Chamartín station for your train north to San Sebastian for a 1-night stay. In the evening meet your local guide who will take you on a tour of some of the city’s best pintxos bars bustling with locals.

DAY 4 - TRANSCANTABRICO DEPARTURE (SAN SEBASTIAN - CARRANZA) Meet your travelling companions for the next 7 days and enjoy lunch before taking a coach journey to Bilbao where you board the train and settle into your luxurious private suite - home for the next 7 nights. Dinner is served onboard as you travel to Carranza.

DAY 7 - TRANSCANTABRICO (CABEZÓN DE LA SAL - ARRIONDAS) Your first stop today will be Santillana del Mar, a pretty village with a beautifully preserved medieval centre. Then it is on to Altamira and its breath-taking cave art, arguably the finest example of late Stone Age art known. Following lunch, you will travel by rail to the seaside resort of Ribadesella for some fresh Atlantic air before finally arriving in the riverside village of Arriondas.

DAY 12 - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA TO MADRID Make your way to the station for your train to the Spanish capital for your final night in Spain. Once checked in why not take a stroll to the enormous Royal Palace.

DAY 13 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN MADRID Enjoy breakfast at your hotel then met your driver for the journey to the airport for your flight home.

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AL ANDALUS - THE ANDALUSIAN, MALAGA TO SEVILLE Malaga ➡ Seville ➡ Madrid

2 MADRID

Your journey ends with 2 nights in Madrid

SPAIN

Coach transfer

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SEVILLE 2 GRANADA JEREZ 2 CADIZ KEY

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Coach transfer 1 Nights stay 1 Nights onboard Al Andalus

ÚBEDA Board the Al Andalus in Granada for your 6 nights round trip

Coach transfer from Malaga to Granada

Your journey begins with 2 nights in Malaga

Mediterranean Sea

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Ronda

Granada

12 DAYS

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FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Malaga - Parador Malaga Gibralfaro Seville - H10 Casa de la Plata Madrid - Barcelo Torre de Madrid Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

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 RoyalAlcázar 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

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, 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 This morning you will visit the famous arches of the beautiful Mosque/Cathedral of Cordoba, then 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.

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.

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.

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.

Dining onboard the Al Andalus

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