By Natascha Rivera

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THE Al Andalus, one of the most luxurious trains in the world, will be embarking on a new journey through Spain in spring of 2026 to celebrate its 40th anniversary. The train, which is known as the most glamorous in Spain, will be travelling between Sevilla and Madrid, stopping in charismatic towns including Cordoba, Cadiz, Mérida, and Toledo, and exploring incredible places including UNESCO World Heritage sites and Roman ruins.

The journey will take passengers on this immersive trip over the course of seven breathtaking days and six nights, and traverses an optimised route through the Iberian landscape, all while enjoying the luxuries onboard the glittering locomotive. Kicking off in Sevilla, the trip will begin with a tour of the city and a visit to the stunning 1546 parliament building of Andalucia, a Moorish and Renaissance-style structure. A welcome toast and a delicious dinner will follow as the train heads toward Cordoba.

Each night, onboard festivities will take place, with live music performances, parties in the train’s pub, dancing in the ballroom car, and cocktails in the lounge.

The following day will see the sights of Cordoba, including walking tours that highlight the town’s Mosque-Cathedral and the history of the city. Later, Cadiz, oft-considered the oldest city in the Western world, will be explored, and a dinner in a local spot will be included.

Smaller villages will also get their time in the spotlight on this magical journey: Jerez, Merida, Campo de Criptana, and Alcazar de San Juan will all be a subject of intrigue on the trip and guided tours will take excited history buffs and holidaymakers through the heart of the towns in order to discover the local secrets and learn about the fascinating stories behind each.

Finally, the last two days will see explorations of Toledo, the Royal Palace of Aranjuez, and much more, before finally reaching its destination in Madrid.

The Al Andalus, a vision of luxury

Decked out with elegant vintage furniture, shiny wooden tables, comfortable sleeper cars, and silk and velvet sofas, the Al Andalus train is like something straight out of an old movie … in colour, of course. The train cars, dating back to the 1930s, are modeled after the British royal family train and are a vision of luxury, elegance, and comfort.

No luxury trip is complete without a lavish dining experience, and Al Andalus offers just that: fresh, local, and mouth-watering delicacies that will be a main highlight of the journey for the foodies on board.

Of course, the train staff is professional, sharp, and multilingual. They will be available 24 hours a day to help passengers with whatever they might need.

Ticket fares and how to book a trip

Trains will depart from Sevilla on nine dates in 2026: April 5, April 19, May 3, May 17, June 7, June 21, September 6, September 20, and October 4. Fares for the trip start at €6,600 per person for double occupancy in a Grand Class room. The ticket includes all the excursions, walking tours, tickets to museums, scheduled visits, shows, and all meals, including those in the local towns. Wine, water and mineral water, soft drinks, and coffee are also included with the meals.

The train trip can be booked directly on the official Al Andalus Website, eltrenalandalus.com.