Oviedo - San Sebastián 2024
4 days / 3 nights
Train “Transcantábrico Grand Luxury”
Oviedo – Gijón - Llanes - Picos de Europa - Cabezón de la Sal - Santillana - Santander - Bilbao - San Sebastián
4 days / 3 nights
Train “Transcantábrico Grand Luxury”
Oviedo – Gijón - Llanes - Picos de Europa - Cabezón de la Sal - Santillana - Santander - Bilbao - San Sebastián
Reception on board the train at the Oviedo station at 10:00 a.m. Accommodation on the train. Visit to the Historic Center of Oviedo and transfer by coach to Gijón. Meal. In the afternoon, visit Gijón. Later return to the train that will set course for Llanes. Dinner on board during the journey and night in Llanes.
Oviedo (Asturias)
Oviedo is a city that stands out for its important architectural complexes, many of them declared World Heritage Sites such as the Cathedral of Oviedo, the church of Santa María del Naranco and the chapel of San Miguel de Lillo. Other places of interest are the Old Town with its Museum of Fine Arts which houses works by El Greco, Picasso. Also important is the Campoamor Theater, where the Princess of Asturias awards are presented. Read more
Gijón (Asturias)
Gijón, cosmopolitan and hospitable city of incredible nature, with impressive buildings such as "La Laboral ciudad de la Cultura", the Aquarium, the Botanical Garden and the Talasoponiente. Other interesting options to visit are Cimadevilla, old fishermen's quarter and the gardens of the Queen. Attracted by its famous carnival "Antroxu", and the festivities of San Juan and San Pedro, among others. It is worth trying its "Cordero a la estaca", one of its most delicious dishes. Read more
Llanes (Asturias)
Bathed by the Cantabrian Sea and with a long fishing tradition, Llanes has much to offer visitors, such as its picturesque old town, its port where the emblematic work of art "Los Cubos de la Memoria" and its beaches, such as those of Toro and Sablón and its majestic cliffs. With numerous festivals and pilgrimages and varied cuisine, based on meats and seafood and with its llambionadas and sweets such as frixuelos asturianos. Read more
After breakfast with our coach we will ascend to the “Picos de Europa”, Covadonga lakes, Sanctuary and Cangas de Onís, the first Spanish capital after the reconquest. Meal. In the afternoon we will return to the train and visit the fishing village of Llanes. Dinner on board and night in Cabezón de la Sal.
Picos de Europa National Park (Asturias)
It is a mountainous massif, a limestone formation that extends through Cantabria, Leon and the Principality of Asturias, and in it stand out its heights, in many cases above 2500 meters. Read more
Cabezón de la Sal (Cantabria)
Place with great architectural wealth, especially civil and religious. It houses buildings such as the Casa-Palacio de Carrejo, the Palacio-Torre de los Monasterios in Casar and the Palacio de la Bodega among others. There are also beautiful churches such as San Lorenzo and San Bartolomé. The "Day of Cantabria" is one of the most important local festivals and is oriented towards the exaltation of its historical customs and displays of its rich folklore. Read more
Our first visit will be to the Neo-cave of Altamira, a museum and reliable reproduction of this greatest exponent of Upper Paleolithic rock art. Then, Santillana del Mar, a town with its magnificently preserved medieval old town. After lunch, we'll head by train to Santander, the elegant capital of Cantabria, where we'll take a guided tour and have free time. Dinner and night in Santander.
Neocueva de Altamira
Faithful reproduction of the original cave of Altamira (Santillana del Mar). Three-dimensional, rigorous and accurate, made with the latest technology and scientific knowledge. In the visit of the Neocueva, guided or on your own, you will learn about the life, art and environment of the first European settlers. Next to the original cave, the National Museum and Research Center. Read more
Santillana del Mar (Cantabria)
Santillana del Mar is neither holy, nor flat, nor does it have a sea, but it does have the most famous prehistoric caves, the Altamira caves, which are undoubtedly worth a visit. Other sites are the Monastery of Santa Juliana, the Casas del Águila and Parra, with its exhibition hall and the House of Leonor de la Vega. Surrounded by a great natural beauty. The cocido montañés (mountain stew) and hake in green sauce are its best dishes. Read more
Santander (Cantabria)
Santander, a city with beautiful mansions, such as the emblematic Palacio Real de la Magdalena. It stands out in the city its Great Maritime Museum of the Cantabrian Sea, totally reformed. It is famous for its International Music Festival, with dance and opera performances. It is beautiful for its green areas, such as the parks of La Marga and Morales or the Pereda Gardens. Among its best dishes are the "cocido montañés", "quesada pasiega" and "Rabas". Read more
During breakfast, El Transcantábrico sets out for Bilbao, upon our arrival we say goodbye to the crew and the train to visit this city full of dynamism, which has managed to reinvent itself after the decline of its traditional heavy industry. The visit to the city includes the entrance to the famous Guggenheim museum, symbol of this new Bilbao. After the visit we will travel to San Sebastián, where we will eat at the Hotel Costa Vasca and we will finish our services around 4:30 p.m.
Bilbao (Basque Country)
Bilbao, a cosmopolitan city full of life that has evolved towards modernity without losing its traditional identity. Famous not only for its "Cathedral of Santiago", declared a World Heritage Site in 2015, but also for its Guggenheim Museum, considered one of the most important works of the contemporary world for its beauty and great cultural value. City of exquisite dishes such as tripe a la vizcaína, squid in its ink, or desserts such as carolinas. Read more
Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao (Basque Country)
Considered one of the best buildings of the twentieth century and a work of art by Frank Gehry, it has managed to transform and modify the image of the city of Bilbao, as a reference in world art. In addition to the spectacular nature of the building, it is joined by the majesty of the banks of the Nervion River as it passes by, the promenades and green spaces. In the museum you will find works of art by Louise Bourgeois or Yves Klein, among others. Read more
San Sebastián (Basque Country)
San Sebastian, a modern and dynamic city known for its beautiful beaches and its famous Film Festival, has several buildings such as the School of Arts and Crafts, the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, the Victoria Eugenia Theater and its churches of San Vicente and Santa Maria that give a cosmopolitan air to the city. The Plaza Easo with its bars and restaurants, is an ideal place to taste the marmitako and other typical dishes. Read more
Departure dates 2024
| March 26; |
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Rates per person season 2024
| Cabin | 4 days / 3 nights |
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| Suite Deluxe | 4.500 € |
| Individual Supplement | 3.200 € |
| Supplement Triple (*) Child or adult | 2.100 € |
Note: The rates indicated are per person in double accommodation. In all cases, rates must be confirmed when making the reservation, as they may suffer some variation from RENFE. We recommend hiring assistance and cancellation insurance. Limited places.
ACCOMMODATION
On board the train in Deluxe SuiteFULL BOARD IN TRAIN
Dinners and meals on board the trainTRIPS AND VISITS
Trips and guided visitsTrain “Transcantábrico Grand Luxury” include:
The Grand Luxury Suite and Deluxe Suite also include:
In 2024 include:
All reservations are governed by the RENFE / Passengers General Terms and Conditions for Luxury Trains.
Other services available on behalf of the client:
Laundry service. Bar service.
Deluxe Suite Measures (Cabins of 12 square meters):
Double bed cabin: 1 bed 1,50 wide x 2 long + sofa of 0,85 wide x 1,80 long.
Cab with 2 beds: 2 beds of 0.85 wide x 2 long + sofa of 0.85 wide x 1.80 long.
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