If traveling by train sounds like spending long, uncomfortable hours staring out the window, wait… because the Al Ándalus Train is no ordinary train. It’s a rolling hotel that blends history, glamour, and adventure across southern Spain.
Picture this: a sleeper car transformed into a private suite; lounges filled with polished wood, velvet, and that subtle old-world scent of more elegant times; large windows framing olive groves, castles, Andalusian plazas, and cobblestone villages as they glide by. That’s the Al Ándalus Train—and once you step aboard, you won’t want to get off.
This “train-hotel” consists of 14 restored carriages—originally built in the late 1920s—that combine Belle Époque style with modern comforts.
After a period out of service, the train was carefully refurbished to return to the rails, preserving the luxury and elegance of the Belle Époque while incorporating all contemporary amenities.
This “train-hotel” consists of 14 restored carriages—originally built in the late 1920s—that combine Belle Époque style with modern comforts. After a period out of service, the train was carefully refurbished to return to the rails, preserving the luxury and elegance of the Belle Époque while incorporating all contemporary amenities.
Departures are scheduled during the mildest months of the year, avoiding the intense summer heat and winter cold. There are between 16 and 18 departures annually, designed for unhurried travel and savoring every stretch of the journey. If you’re considering adding a unique experience to your next trip, here are the available 2026 departure dates:
| DEPARTURE FROM | APRIL | MAY | JUNE | SEPTEMBER | OCTUBER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEVILLE | 5 and 19 | 3 and 17 | 7 and 21 | 6 and 20 | 2 and 16 |
| MADRID | 12 and 26 | 10 and 24 | 14 and 28 | 13 and 27 | 11 |
A 7-Day Journey Straight Out of a Novel
Each day includes guided visits to mosques, palaces, historic districts, and cultural routes, as well as Andalusia’s renowned cuisine: olive oil, regional wines, Iberian ham, and carefully prepared local dishes.
Between stations, there’s time to enjoy the experience. Lunches and dinners in local restaurants, strolls through historic city centers, sunsets over mountains or along the coast… and when you return to the train: comfort, quiet, camaraderie with fellow travelers, and that unique fusion of history and refinement.
The journey may begin in Seville or Madrid, but the essence remains the same: an immersion into the historic heart of southern Spain.
Throughout the trip, the train connects emblematic cities such as Córdoba, Cádiz, Jerez, Cáceres, Mérida, Toledo, and Aranjuez, combining heritage, culture, gastronomy, and landscapes that range from the Mediterranean coast to the Castilian plateau.
If your idea of travel means slowing down—no constant check-ins and check-outs, no packing and unpacking suitcases—the Al Ándalus Train is ideal. It’s designed for those seeking comfort without sacrificing charm, a balance of culture + scenery + relaxation, and a slower rhythm that allows you to savor every moment.
The Al Ándalus Train doesn’t simply take you from point A to point B. It transports you to another time.
