Al Andalus is a luxury train that operates through southern Spain.

The carriages were built in France between 1929 and 1930 by the Wagon-Lits Company, and have now been restored to their original splendour that is matched with an on board service that combines quality meals with a romantic travel experience.

Accommodation

Al Andalus has seven renovated sleeper carriages, five of which are original Wagon-Lits carriages dating from 1929.

There are twelve standard suites on the train; each suite has two lower beds, a safe, a closet and a large bathroom.

Each of the twenty superior suites have a double bed (150 x 200 cm), a mini-bar, safe, closet and a full bathroom.

During the day, beds fold into comfortable couches, so that each suite becomes a comfortable private lounge.

All suites are individually air conditioned.  Train stewards are available at all times.

Lounge and dining cars

The train has four lounge cars, dating between 1928 – 1930.

These carriages are used as restaurants, saloons and lounges.

Music recitals are given in these cars.  All  the carriages are air conditioned and are available 24 hours a day.

Itinerary

2012

Day 1 – Sunday   Seville to Cordoba

Board the train at 12:00 (noon) at the Santa Justa Railway Station in Seville.

Settle in over luncheon,  en route to Córdoba.  On arrival, join a coach tour to the Old Town, a World Heritage Site.  Of particular interest are the Reales Alcazares, the Mosque / Cathedral of the Juderia.

There will be free time before dinner at a local restaurant,  and a night on the static train  in Córdoba station.

Day 2 – Monday    Córdoba – Baeza – Úbeda – Granada

Breakfast on board then arrival in Linares Baeza, from where the coach travels to the Olive Oil Museum and the historic part of Baeza, a world heritage site and the seat of the International University of Andalucía.

Free time before lunch and visit to Úbeda.

Return to the train for the onward journey to Grenada, where the train stops for the night.

Day 3 – Tuesday    Granada

Visit La Alhambra and the Jardines del Generalife, followed by free time in Alhambra and lunch.

In the afternoon, visit the city; the quarters of Albaicin, Sacramonte and its cathedral, the first Spanish Renaissance church.

Free time before dinner at a local restaurant, with a flamenco performance.

Overnight on the train at Granada.

Day 4 – Wednesday    Granada – Ronda – Cadiz

Enjoy the scenery of the Serrania during breakfast as the train travels to Ronda.

Visit the city which hangs on the edge of a huge escarpment known as El Tajo.  This is the birthplace of bullfighting with a history that goes back to Roman times.  Free time will be followed by lunch in Ronda.

After lunch, re-board the train for a journey to Cadiz, a coastal city on the Bay of Cadiz and one of the oldest cities in Europe with an important heritage.  Visit the city and enjoy dinner in a local restaurant.

Overnight on the train at Cadiz.

Day 5 – Thursday    Cadiz – Jerez – Sanlúcar – Jerez

Arrive in Jerez during breakfast.

This is the birthplace of sherry wine and some of the most deep rooted Andalusian traditions.  Visit one of the most important wineries for a tour and wine tasting.

Continue to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, for the show “The Andalusian Dancing  Horses”.  After the show and a visit to the riding school, travel by coach to the neighbouring town of Sanlúcar de Barrameda on the estuary of the Guadalquivir River.

Lunch is followed by a boat trip down the Guadalquivir.

Return to the train waiting at Jerez, where there will be free time and dinner at a restaurant.

After dinner there will be a special tour-end party with a night on the train at Jerez.

Day 6 – Friday   Jerez – Seville

The train reaches its final destination at Seville during breakfast.

The city has a fine cultural and historic heritage, which make it an attractive tourist destination.

The city tour will end just before midday, when guests will return to the Santa Justa Station to collect luggage.

Departures 2012

May  06, 13, 20, 27.     June  03, 10, 17, 24.      September 16, 23, 30.      October 07, 14, 21, 28.     November 04, 11, 18, 25. December 02

Prices 2012

In Euros; payment can be in Euro or converted to GBP or USD at time of invoicing at the prevailing exchange rate.

Accommodation                              Standard Suite                   Superior Suite

Per person, sharing                         € 2500                                  € 2950

Single use of a Suite                         € 3500                                  € 4150

Third person supplement             Not available                      € 1000

Tour Inclusions

-  Six day and five nights on board the Al Andalus Train

-  Five breakfasts, five lunches and five dinners on board or at restaurants

-  High quality wines, liquor, coffee and tea with meals

-  Accompanying hostess throughout the journey

-  Guide during excursions

-  Coach for transfers and visits

-  Permanent security

-  Musical performances

-  All visits, transfers and entrance fees

-  An attentive crew at your service