Embark on a journey to discover Spain aboard the legendary and luxurious Transcantabrico.
This morning, depart from your home to to Bilbao. Upon arrival in Bilbao, meet your guide and chauffeur for a private city orientation tour. Enjoy your first moments in the Basque Country, especially the views from Mount Archanda. Settle into your hotel.
Meet your guide for a tour of Bilbao, starting with the Casco Antiguo, St. Nicolas Church, Santiago Cathedral, and the Ribera market. A Pintxos and txacoli tasting will also be arranged. Spend some time exploring this authentic city, and your guide will be at your full disposal. Embark aboard the Transcantabrico, with a welcome aboard and departure to the city of Balmaseda. Upon arrival, enjoy a visit to the town. Overnight on board.
Breakfast aboard as you travel to Bilbao. Explore the Basque capital with a visit to the iconic Guggenheim Museum. Depart for Santander in the late morning, with lunch served on board. Enjoy free time and a panoramic tour of the elegant capital of Cantabria. For those interested, a visit to the Casino is available after dinner. Overnight on board.
Travel aboard the train to the Unquera station, where a coach will take you to La Hermida and the Sanctuary of Saint Toribio de Liébana. Continue to Potes, known as the town of bridges and towers. After lunch, enjoy free time before returning to the train. Dinner and overnight on board.
Your day begins with a visit to Cabezon de la Mar and the famous Neocueva de Altamira, known for its Paleolithic cave paintings. Continue to Santillana del Mar, where you’ll explore the well-preserved medieval town center. Travel to Ribadesella and enjoy free time in the Asturian region. Finally, head to Arriondas for the night aboard the train.
From Arriondas, head to the Picos de Europa National Park to visit the Sanctuary of Covadonga. Before returning to the train, discover Lake Enol and Cangas de Onis, the first medieval capital of the Kingdom of Asturias. Continue to Oviedo, the capital of Asturias, where you can enjoy a visit. Dinner and overnight aboard.
Start the day with a visit to Aviles, a millennia-old town with a preserved historic center. Then, head to Gijón, an open city on the ocean with numerous cultural events. After exploring and lunch, continue your journey by train to Luarca, a city overlooking the ocean with impressive views. Enjoy free time upon arrival before dinner and overnight aboard.
Continue through the Asturian lands to Ribadeo, the first town in Galicia. Visit the stunning Playa de las Catedrales, one of the world’s most spectacular beaches at low tide. After lunch in Ribadeo, board the train to the historic town of Viveiro. Dinner and overnight aboard.
Your train will take you from Viveiro to Ferrol, where you’ll enjoy your final breakfast aboard. Arrive at your ultimate destination: Santiago de Compostela. Participate in a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site, an artistic gem and pilgrimage destination, before meeting your chauffeur for a transfer to the airport. Fly to Madrid, where you'll be transferred to your hotel.
Spend the day exploring Madrid with an unusual city tour guided by a local expert. Discover the city's rich cultural heritage, vibrant artistic scene, and festive atmosphere in its charming streets. Enjoy free time in the evening.
Enjoy a final moment in Madrid before heading to the airport for your return flight home, marking the end of your wonderful Spanish adventure.
BILBAO: Hotel Carlton Bilbao
MADRID: Hotel Ritz Madrid
BILBAO - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA: El Transcantabrico Train
