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The Suites
he suites of El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo have been designed for pleasure and enjoyment. They have been carefully decorated to ensure they provide guests with a special atmosphere. The train will stop during the night to ensure travellers enjoy a relaxing sleep. The suites are fitted with either a 150 x 200cm bed or two twin beds, a wardrobe, suitcase storage, safe, 2 TVs, a VCR, games console, HiFi system, double airconditioning, a PC with free internet connection, a large sofa which can be turned into an extra bed, wireless telephone, minibar, etc. Additionally, they boast a full bathroom with hydro-massage, steam sauna, hairdryer, bathrobe and a wide range of complimentary toiletries. Power outlets: 220volts. The entire train is interconnected, allowing the free movement of its passengers.
The Lounges
he four original 1923 Pullman lounge cars are true railway jewels, which have been especially decorated for El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo. Each day, our special breakfasts will be served in these common areas, where guests will be able to enjoy our Chefs best cuisine, as well as having access to our all-day bar. In our lounges, guests will be able to enjoy national and international press, TV, a video library, a library, a collection of board games, etc.; as well as relaxing in our panoramic lounge, enjoying an aperitif in our tea room and even spending a lively evening in our pub, where live music and parties are offered every night. With the exception of alcoholic drinks, all drinks are free during the trip. Our crew will be permanently at your service, to attend any needs you may have.
Its special decoration and services place this train among the elite of luxury trains
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1. Guggenheim Museum (Basque Country) 2. Santillana del Mar (Cantabria) 3. Gijon (Asturias) 4. Santiago de Compostela (Galicia)
SAN SEBASTIAN / SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
First day, Saturday. San Sebastian Bilbao
San Sebastian, an exciting city of unusual charm. Guests reception, visit and lunch in San Sebastian. Coach to Bilbao, where the train will be waiting. Welcome and settling in aboard the train. We will reach Balmaseda by train. Dinner and night.
SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA / SAN SEBASTIAN
First day, Saturday. Santiago de Compostela Viveiro
Santiago, the ultimate goal for pilgrims, with its crown jewels: the Praza do Obradoiro, the Platerias (streets full of silversmiths shops) and the Cathedral. Lunch in Santiago. In the afternoon we will travel by coach to Ferrol, where the train will be waiting for us. Welcome and settling in on the train. We will travel to Viveiro by train. Dinner and night in Viveiro.
Second day, Sunday. Bilbao
Santander
The train will travel to Bilbao. The visit around this city includes a visit to the Guggenheim Museum. Lunch aboard the train, on our way to Santander, in Cantabria, a quiet city which combines beauty, fascination and charm. The Casino building, which is worth seeing, on El Sardinero. Dinner and night in Santander.
Second day, Sunday. Viveiro
Luarca
Breakfast aboard the train on our way to Ribadeo, bordering Asturias, where we will visit Lugos coast, with its Las Catedrales beach. Lunch in Ribadeo, from where we will depart to Luarca, The White Town of the Green Coast. Dinner and night in Luarca.
Third day, Monday. Luarca
Oviedo
Third day, Monday. Santander
Cabezon de la Sal
We will approach Unquera by train, where a coach will drive us to the La Hermida pass to Potes and the Santo Toribio de Liebana sanctuary. In the afternoon, we will reach Cabezon de la Sal, by train. Excursion to Comillas. Lunch in Potes, dinner and night in Cabezon de la Sal.
The train will depart to Candas, and then to Gijon, the second main city in Asturias, which we will visit and where we will have lunch. Then, to Oviedo, which boasts a range of unique Pre-Romanesque monuments. Dinner and night in Oviedo.
Fourth day, Tuesday. Oviedo
Arriondas
Fourth day, Tuesday, Cabezon de la Sal
Arriondas
From Cabezon de la Sal we will travel to Santillana del Mar, visit the Altamira caves and the medieval town. Lunch in Santillana. In the afternoon we will travel by train to the Asturias village of Llanes, and Arriondas. Dinner and night in Arriondas.
In its way to Arriondas, the train will reach the heart of Asturias: the National Park of Picos de Europa, the Covadonga Lakes, the Sanctuary of Covadonga and, finally, Cangas de Onis. Lunch aboard the train. In the afternoon the train will depart to Llanes, a beautiful fishing village on the east coast of Asturias. Dinner and night in Llanes.
Fifth day, Wednesday. Arriondas
Cabezon de la Sal
Fifth day, Wednesday. Arriondas
Oviedo
We are now in the heart of Asturias. From Arriondas, we will travel by coach to the National Park of Picos de Europa; the Covadonga Lakes, the Sanctuary of Covadonga, and, finally, Cangas de Onis. Lunch aboard the train. Meanwhile the train will travel to Oviedo, the capital city of the Principality of Asturias. Visit, dinner and night in Oviedo.
While we are having breakfast, we will reach Cantabria, through the La Hermida pass to the Santo Toribio de Liebana sanctuary and Potes. In the afternoon, we will travel by train to Cabezon de la Sal. Visit to Comillas, the seat of the archbishop. Lunch in Potes, dinner and night in Cabezon.
Sixth day, Thursday. Cabezon de la Sal
Santander
Sixth day, Thursday. Oviedo
Luarca
From Oviedo the train will travel to Gijon, a seaside city. Visit and lunch. In the afternoon we will travel to Luarca, known as The White Town of the Green Coast. Dinner and night in Luarca.
In the morning, we will visit Santillana del Mar and the Museum of Altamira. Later on, the train will reach Santander, a quiet city which suggests beauty, fascination and charm. The Casino building, which is worth a visit, on El Sardinero. Lunch in Santillana del Mar. Dinner and night in Santander.
Seventh day, Friday. Santander
Bilbao
Seventh day, Friday. Luarca
Viveiro
The first place we will visit in Galicia, neighbouring with Asturias, is Ribadeo, where the river Eo flows into the sea. Visit to Las Catedrales beach. The landscape of Las Rias Altas is overwhelming. Lunch in Ribadeo. In the afternoon we reach Viveiro by train. Dinner and night in Viveiro.
The train will go from Santander to Bilbao, in the Basque Country, where we will visit the Guggenheim modern art museum. Lunch aboard the train. We will reach Balmaseda by train. Dinner and night.
Eighth day, Saturday. Bilbao
San Sebastian
Eighth day, Saturday. Viveiro
Santiago de Compostela
San Sebastian, an exciting city of unusual charm, whose narrow streets, promenades and beaches make it one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Spain. Visit and end of the journey.
MEETING POINT AND PRESENTATION:
From Ferrol we will travel by coach to Santiago de Compostela, the ultimate goal for pilgrims, with its crown jewels: the Praza do Obradoiro, the Platerias (streets full of silversmiths shops), the Cathedral... End of journey.
MEETING POINT AND PRESENTATION:
Parador de turismo de Los Reyes Catolicos, 12.00h. Plaza del Obradoiro, 1. Santiago de Compostela. Ph. +34 981 582 200
Maria Cristina Hotel, 12.00h. Republica Argentina, 4. San Sebastian. Ph. +34 943 437 640
Besides the train, a luxury coach will accompany you during the journey, to take you to the places that the train cannot reach.
Season departures 2011
Departures from Santiago to San Sebastian (Saturdays)
May; 14 and 28 June; 11 and 25 July; 9 and 23 August; 6 and 20 September; 3 and 17 October; 1, 15 and 29
Groups
You can also hire El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo to provide a personalised trip for groups of up to 28 people. Business trips, getaways, conferences, incentives, product presentations, etc. In March, April, May, October, November and December it also possible to take a trip for New Years Eve. Prices vary according to route, duration, extras, etc., as charter trips are made to measure. For further information on prices for the kind of trip you desire, please get in touch with us.
Departures from San Sebastian to Santiago (Saturdays)
May; 21 June; 4 and 18 July; 2, 16 and 30 August; 13 and 27 September; 10 and 24 October; 8 and 22
The trip includes:
Seven nights accommodation in a grand-suite compartment aboard the train. Seven dinners and seven luncheons offering the best typical gastronomy (including wines, coffee and liquors). Seven free buffet luxury breakfasts. Music and parties in the Pub car. Programmed excursions with tickets to museums, cathedrals, cloisters, etc.
Prices 2011
Sharing a double room: 3,750/person Single room: 7,500 Supplement for triple suite: 1,800 Final prices (VAT included)
Unforeseen circumstances: In the event of any modifications due to circumstances outside the control of the Organizer or to any problems that could arise in an abnormal operation of the rest of trains, the Organizer will put in place adequate solutions to continue the programmed trip, without any price supplement for the client. If the client continues the trip with the solutions offered by the Organization, it is considered that he/she tacitly accepts the mentioned proposals. This programme is subject to the conditions for reservations and cancellations set out in the FEVE Luxury Tourism Trains 2011 general leaflet.
Luxury coach accompanying the train throughout the trip. Daily press and magazines. Permanent Security Service. Multilingual guide throughout the trip. An excellent team at your service.
INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS Plaza de los Ferroviarios, s/n. 33012 Oviedo (Asturias) - Spain Phone: 00 34 902 555 902. Fax 00 34 985 981 710 [email protected] www.trenesturisticosdelujo.com
Deposito Legal: AS-6.146-2010
