Transcantábrico Train: A Journey of Experiences
[vc_row][vc_column][mkdf_image_gallery type="image_grid" column_number="4" spacing="medium" hover_click_action="pretty_photo" grayscale="no" images="4360,4361,4362,4363" image_size="medium"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Transcantábrico Train: A Journey of Experiences [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] First-Class Service The prestigious luxury tourist train "El Transcantábrico", offers a journey of unique experiences in the privileged settings of northern Spain, while enjoying first-class service. A true five-star hotel on rails, it offers a journey through some of the most beautiful cities in the region as well as the most breathtaking landscapes of the Cantabrian coast. The experience begins, depending on the departure date, at the railway station in Santiago de Compostela or in San Sebastián (El Transcantábrico Routes), where...
The Route of the Transcantabrian Train and its World Heritage Sites
[vc_row][vc_column][mkdf_image_gallery type="image_grid" column_number="4" spacing="medium" hover_click_action="pretty_photo" grayscale="no" images="4301,4299,4300,4302" image_size="medium"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Route of the Transcantabrian Train and its World Heritage Sites [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Transcantabrian crosses spectacular railways that are true historical and railway gems, traveling through amazing natural spaces. As travelers enjoy beautiful landscapes, the route of the Transcantabrian train also offers the opportunity to visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which we detail below: 1. Vizcaya Bridge (Bilbao – Basque Country) The Vizcaya Bridge in Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain, is an important example of 19th-century industrial architecture. Due to its historical, technical, and cultural value, it was...
The Route of the Transcantábrico Train and its Tourist Interest Cities
[vc_row][vc_column][mkdf_image_gallery type="image_grid" column_number="4" spacing="medium" hover_click_action="pretty_photo" grayscale="no" images="4327,4326,4329,4325" image_size="medium"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Route of the Transcantábrico Train and its Tourist Interest Cities [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Within the points of interest on the Transcantábrico Route through Northern Spain, we find four very relevant cities due to their history, culture, and prominence on the national and international scene. A journey on a luxury train, El Transcantábrico will take us to the most beautiful and interesting places in Northern Spain. The Transcantábrico Train Route through: San Sebastián, Bilbao, Santander, and Gijón San Sebastián It is a city in northern Spain, located on the Bay...
The Route of The Transcantabrian through Northern Spain and its spectacular landscapes.
[vc_row][vc_column][mkdf_image_gallery type="image_grid" column_number="4" spacing="medium" hover_click_action="pretty_photo" grayscale="no" images="4158,4159,4160,4161" image_size="medium"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Route of The Transcantabrian through Northern Spain and its spectacular landscapes. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The route of the Transcantabrian train is one of the most spectacular and luxurious in the world. The Transcantabrian train is one of the most luxurious and prestigious tourist trains in the world. In fact, in 2014 it was awarded in London with the prize for the "Most Luxurious Train in the World", a distinction given by prestigious international experts. It runs itineraries through Northern Spain, one of the most beautiful and spectacular...
The Transcantabrica Route: Bilbao
[vc_row][vc_column][mkdf_image_gallery type="image_grid" column_number="4" spacing="medium" hover_click_action="pretty_photo" grayscale="no" images="5159,5160,5161,5162" image_size="medium"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Transcantabric Route: Bilbao [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Although Bilbao was founded in 1300 by Diego López de Haro due to mining, a Castilian noble who signed the founding charter and left the symbol of his family on the city's coat of arms: the two wolves, archaeological excavations have determined that settlements existed in the area prior to the 14th century, such as the Church of San Antón or the medieval wall, now hidden among the buildings of the Old Town. The development of modern Basque metallurgy took place...
The Transcantabric Route: Santander
[vc_row][vc_column][mkdf_image_gallery type="image_grid" column_number="4" spacing="medium" hover_click_action="pretty_photo" grayscale="no" images="5144,5145,5146,5148" image_size="medium"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Transcantabric Route: Santander [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The history of Santander, according to historians, dates back to 26 BC. Its history is marked from the Cantabrian Wars against Rome, with Emperor Augustus deciding to name the port Portus Victoriae (Port of Victory) to commemorate his victory over the Cantabrians. It was Alfonso VIII who granted Santander the status of a charter, granting certain privileges such as trading in basic goods while avoiding some customs duties, which led to significant commercial growth in the city. In 1912, the construction of...
Transcantabrian Route: Santiago de Compostela
[vc_row][vc_column][mkdf_image_gallery type="image_grid" column_number="4" spacing="medium" hover_click_action="pretty_photo" grayscale="no" images="5123,5124,5125,5126" image_size="medium"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Transcantabrian Route: Santiago de Compostela [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, has been attracting visitors and pilgrims from all over the world for centuries as it is the destination of the pilgrimage route; the Camino de Santiago. That's why one of the most emblematic and famous monuments of the city that would be a mandatory stop during our visit would be the Cathedral of Santiago, although a visit to its old town or the Portico of...
The Transcantabric Route: San Sebastián (Donostia)
[vc_row][vc_column][mkdf_image_gallery type="image_grid" column_number="3" spacing="medium" hover_click_action="pretty_photo" grayscale="no" images="4963,4964,4965" image_size="medium"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Transcantabric Route: San Sebastián (Donostia) [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A pearl is a pearlescent structure that has a spherical shape and is usually found within a mother-of-pearl. The formation of a pearl is a long, complex process that is not without risks, as this strange object will eventually become a precious gem. Its value is infinite, its beauty is immeasurable, and its crystalline nature carries within it the purity of ocean currents. In the image and likeness of a unique pearl, San Sebastián is a town and city...
The luxury tourist train Transcantabrian celebrates 40 years
[vc_row][vc_column][mkdf_image_gallery type="image_grid" column_number="4" spacing="medium" hover_click_action="pretty_photo" grayscale="no" images="4939,4940,4941,4938" image_size="medium"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The luxury tourist train Transcantabrian celebrates 40 years [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The luxury tourist train Transcantabrian celebrates 40 years and during these years, El Transcantábrico has made more than 1,500 trips and nearly 70,000 passengers have traveled in its lounge cars, a success and a guarantee for the most demanding travelers who want the best and wish to embark on this amazing journey through the north of Spain. An internationally recognized luxury tourist train A luxury tourist train that has been internationally recognized as one of the best luxury...
Introducing the new schedule for El Transcantábrico 2024
[vc_row][vc_column][mkdf_image_gallery type="image_grid" column_number="4" spacing="medium" hover_click_action="pretty_photo" grayscale="no" images="4899,4900,4901,4902" image_size="medium"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Introducing the new schedule for El Transcantábrico 2024 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We have the 2024 schedule available for El Transcantábrico Gran Lujo, which includes its classic itinerary from San Sebastián to Santiago de Compostela and vice versa; and as new features in 2024, two new itineraries: Oviedo to San Sebastián and Santiago de Compostela to Gijón. El Transcantábrico, one of the world's most important luxury tourist trains El Transcantábrico has been considered one of the world's most luxurious trains since its creation in 1983. This year 2023 marks 40...
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