El Transcantábrico Gran Lujo

Luxury
Sleeper
Historic
About
El Transcantábrico Gran Lujo
Spain’s northern coast aboard an all-suite train
El Transcantábrico Gran Lujo follows Spain’s northern coast between San Sebastián and Santiago de Compostela over seven nights. The narrow-gauge railway allows access to smaller cities and landscapes across the Basque Country, Cantabria, Asturias and Galicia. Fourteen private suites are paired with original 1923 Pullman saloons, while a coach accompanies the train for guided visits and meals away from the railway.
El Transcantábrico Gran Lujo
at a glance
journey style
Seven-night journeys across northern Spain.
train style
Narrow-gauge all-suite train with original 1920s Pullman saloons.
Key routes
San Sebastián–Santander–Oviedo–Santiago de Compostela.
On board
Private en-suite suites, dining saloon, lounge, bar and panoramic carriage.
the experience
Four Pullman saloons and fourteen private suites
The original Pullman saloons date from 1923 and now serve as dining, lounge, bar and panoramic spaces. Each suite has a separate seating area, fixed bed and private bathroom. The train usually remains stationary overnight, and a coach travels alongside for daily visits. Breakfast is served aboard, while selected lunches and dinners take place in regional restaurants along the route.
THE JOURNEYS
San Sebastián to Santiago through Green Spain
The journey crosses four regions, combining coastal cities with places such as Santillana del Mar, the Picos de Europa and Cangas de Onís before reaching Santiago de Compostela. Departures operate in both directions, but the sequence of visits changes accordingly. Days combine short rail sectors, coach transfers, guided touring and regional meals rather than long uninterrupted periods aboard.
BOOKING THROUGH MARBURY
Additional value,
where available
Additional benefits may be available when booking a train journey through Marbury. Eligibility varies by train, rate and booking type, and all applicable benefits will be confirmed as part of your quote.
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Important details
to know
Currency
The applicable booking currency will be confirmed as part of your Marbury quote.
Journey details
The train normally remains stationary overnight. Excursions, transfers, most meals and selected admissions form part of the itinerary; the exact programme varies by direction.
THE WIDER JOURNEY
Before boarding and after arrival
The departure and arrival cities can be as much a part of the experience as the train itself. Marbury can arrange hotels, flights and transfers around the rail journey, whether that means arriving the night before departure, spending a few additional days at the final destination or continuing elsewhere as part of a longer itinerary.
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