El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo Europe, Spain

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El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo

Overview

El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo traverses the Atlantic-facing part of Northern Spain known as España Verde, Green Spain, and its hinterland; passengers dine on regional specialities and visit the best local monuments and countryside. Every suite has a private bathroom, some of the best on any European train (equalled only by sister train Al Andalus & the Grand Suites on Venice Simplon Orient Express). A Gran Lujo Deluxe suite has a private lounge area.

The saloons are jewels of railway heritage, four of them being original 1923 Pullman cars. All of the carriages have been specifically renovated.

The route from Galicia to the Bay of Biscay covers Asturias, Cantabria, the Basque Country, Castile and León. Regional gastronomy, art, monuments and landscapes are presented to travellers from the comfort of a five-star 'train hotel'. Religious and secular architecture highlights the history of the region, Romans to the present; Upper Paleolithic cave paintings remind us of the lives of earliest humans.

El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo, like the Costa Verde Express, runs on a narrow gauge railway. Suites are narrower (beds are regular sizes) than on standard gauge trains. Each Gran Lujo suite is half a carriage in length, with bedroom / lounge areas and private bathroom.

Itineraries

The itineraries between Santiago de Compostela and San Sebastián make El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo a unique mode of transport for this less-visited part of Europe.

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Accommodation

Deluxe Suite

Suites with Double Bed - most suites are double bed, 150cms wide by 200cms long (5ft wide by 6ft 7ins long) double bed.

Twin-Bed Suites - 4 suites have twin beds, each bed being 85cms wide x 200cms long (3ft wide by 6ft 7ins long).

Suites are divided into three areas - bedroom, lounge and bathroom. The separate lounge has a sofa that converts to a comfortable bed.

Fittings include: wardrobe, luggage rack, desk, safe, music with tuner, climate control, multimedia computer with free Internet access (note that software may not be updated) and minibar.

El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo suites are hardwood panelled with large windows. The bathroom has a shower with hydro-sauna, turbo massage, steam shower, as well as a hair dryer and toiletry amenities and bath robes.

The train is stationary overnight, allowing a good night's rest and an opportunity to enjoy the night life of the nearby towns.

More About Suites. For more details about the suites on El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo, please see General Information at the bottom of the page. The train manager (known as the 'responsible de expedition') is always ready to assist.

Saloon Cars

El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo has four saloon cars, dating from the 1920s, that exude the feeling of a bygone, elegant era, and of a more relaxed way to travel.

The Dining Car, elegant but simple, serves a fine a la carte and buffet breakfast every morning as well as fine chef-prepared dining for those dinners or lunches served on board.

The Bar Car is permanently open; here you can sit back and enjoy a quiet drink whilst reflecting on the passing scenery.

Other EL Transcantabrico Gran Lujo carriages such as the Tea Saloon, the Panorama Coach and the Entertainment Saloon, a small night-club, where lively entertainment is provided every night until the early hours of the morning.

There is a small library with newspapers and magazines; DVDs and television are available on board.

Catering

Breakfasts and most dinners are taken onboard. Most lunches are in local restaurants, allowing one to sample the regional cuisine ranging from fish specialities in the Galician region through to meat dishes as one heads through the Basque country to León. The number of lunches or dinners eaten on or off are liable to change.

Some of the best cuisine in Spain is found in the regions of Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, the Basque Country and Castilla y León. The cheeses, sausages, meat, vegetables, fish and seafood are renowned. The menus include table wines (unassuming but appropriate for the venue) that blend harmoniously with the ingredients of each lunch and dinner. Coffee and liqueurs are also included.

The chosen restaurants select the highest quality ingredients prepared by professional chefs. They are also the ideal settings for sampling the local cuisine.

Itineraries, Dates, Prices 2025

San Sebastian to Santiago de Compostela 2025

San Sebastian, Carranza, Bilbao, Santander, Potes, Cabezon de la Sal, Santillana del Mar, Llanes, Oviedo, Gijon, Luarca, Ribadeo, Viviero, Santiago de Compostela.

8 days / 7 nights on El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo.

Check-in. San Sebastian to Santiago de Compostela. San Sebastian 13:00hrs Hotel Costa Vasca; departure at 14:00hrs. End of journey: Santiago 13:00hrs Parador Reyes Católicos

From San Sebastián in the east to Santiago de Compostela in the west, this route in part shadows the classic St James' Way.

Saturday: San Sebastián to Carranza. Overnight Carranza.

Sunday: Carranza, Bilbao, Santander. In Bilbao, the Guggenheim Museum is a major attraction. Overnight Santander.

Monday: Santander, Potes, Cabezon de la Sal. Overnight Cabezon de la Sal.

Tuesday: Cabezon de la Sal, Santillana del Mar, Llanes. Overnight Llanes.

Wednesday: Llanes, Oviedo. Overnight Oviedo.

Thursday: Oviedo, Gijon, Luarca. Overnight Luaca.

Friday: Luarca, Ribadeo, Viveiro. Overnight Viviero.

Saturday: Viveiro, Santiago de Compostela, with the impressive climax of the Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela. End of journey: Parador Reyes Católicos, 13:00hrs.

Full Itinerary - Santiago de Compostela and San Sebastián

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Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian 2025

Santiago de Compostela, Viveiro, Ribadeo, Luarca, Aviles, Gijon, Oviedo, Llanes, Potes, Cabezon de la Sal, Santillana del Mar, Santander, Bilbao, Villasana de Mena, San Sebastián

8 days / 7 nights on El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo.

Check-in. Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian: Santiago 12:00hrs Parador Reyes Católicos; departure at 13:00hrs. End of journey: San Sebastian 13:00hrs Hotel Costa Vasca

Saturday: Santiago de Compostela, where the tour starts in the shadow of the impressive Cathedral. Travel to Viveiro and overnight

Sunday: Viveiro, Ribadeo, Luarca, Oviedo. Overnight Oviedo

Monday: Oviedo, Gijón, Llanes . Overnight Llanes.

Tuesday: Llanes. Overnight Llanes.

Wednesday: Llanes, Potes, Cabezón de la Sal. Overnight Cabezón de la Sal.

Thursday: Cabezón de la Sal, Santander. Overnight Santander.

Friday: Santander, Bilbao (Guggenheim Museum), Carranza. Overnight Carranza.

Saturday: Carranza, San Sebastián, a city of elegant beauty. End of journey: 13:00hrs, Hotel Costa Vasca in San Sebastian

Full itinerary for Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian is here.

El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo Dates & Prices

2025 San Sebastian to Santiago de Compostela: March 8,22. April 5,19. May 3,17,31. June 14,28. July 12,26. August 9,23. September 6,20. October 4,18

2025 Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian: March 15,26. April 12,26. May 10,24. June 7,21. July 5,19. August 2,16,30. September 13,27 October 11

Prices quoted are ex Club Discount

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El Transcantabrico Private Charter / Hire

El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo is available for private hire or exclusive charter for up to 28 passengers (or up to 32, with some suites for triple occupancy).

Use El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo for business or pleasure trips, conferences, incentives, product presentations or or as a film / movie / TV location.

General Information

Payment terms

Deposit payment 15% of total price to reserve El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo suite; Balance payment 85% at least 60 days prior to departure. In Euros: Prices per person. Club discount based on total price is deducted from the balance payment.

Cancellations

You may cancel the reservation and be refunded, minus 15% of the total payable fare, as registration and reservation guarantee fee, which will increase as follows: Cancellation between 30 and 15 days: 25% of the total; Cancellation between 14 and 05 days: 50% of the total; Cancellation between 04 and 01 days: 80% of the total; Cancellation with less than 24 hours orfailure to turn up: 100% of the total. You will be liable for any bank and currency costs incurred by us related to the refund to you.

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Dress Code

Smart leisure wear for the day with comfortable walking shoes. Smart casual for the evening. Gala night (on the train) can be a dressier occasion.

Luggage

There is reasonable storage space inside the cabin for luggage storage. Soft-topped luggage is easier to store. Review these photos for an idea of the available areas for baggage.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is free on the train. However, it is unreliable when the train is moving and best used in the reception area when El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo is static at stations.

Electrics

220 volts with Type F round 2-prong plug outlets.

Included

A la carte and buffet breakfasts every day; all dinners and lunches, with the finest cuisine aboard the train or in top restaurants (including wine, water, soft drinks and coffee);

Option of enjoying two private dinners/lunches in your compartment; all non-alcoholic beverages requested any time during the trip;

Bathrobes, slippers, and a bag of toiletries; activities on board; music and live performances, parties in the pub car, show cooking and cocktails, dancing, etc;

Tickets to museums, attractions and shows; excursions and scheduled tours; luxury coach accompanying the train along the trip.

Not Included

Gratuities. Drinks ordered outside of meals, or from the mini bar in the suite.

Laundry

There are no laundry facilities on the train. The laundry service is paid by the passenger - a third party laundry service collects and returns clothes. Pick up at various points of the trip and return at other points. It is common sense not to consign treasured garments to this process.

Unforeseen events/changes

Itineraries, routes and times may change at any time for reasons outside the control of the train company. Every effort will be made by train staff to minimise any impact; the Luxury Train Club cannot accept any responsibility for any changes. The Club aims to keep itineraries as up to date as possible. Please note itineraries are as notified to us by Renfe.

Child Policy

Children up to 4 years old travel free but do so under the tutelage and full responsibility of an adult. They must always be covered by the adult travellers' travel insurance. Renfe allows children under 4 years of age to travel in the Suites, Rooms or Compartments of the Luxury Trains always accompanied by an adult and to make use of all the onboard services of the train. Any off the train expenses such as lunches, dinners, tickets and visits must be borne by the adult companion.

In double occupancy, the adult companion pays single supplement and travels with the child.

In triple occupancy, the adult companion pays for the Suite as double occupancy and travels with the child.

Children over 4 years old pay 100% of the adult price.

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COVID

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Terms and Conditions

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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