Trip vs trip
Andalucia by Rail vs El Transcantábrico (Train de luxe du Nord de l'Espagne)
Two ways to do a similar journey. Every number below is from the operators' own published details, verified on the dates shown on each trip page.
| Andalucia by Rail Cox & Kings | El Transcantábrico (Train de luxe du Nord de l'Espagne) Discovery Trains | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 7 days | 8 days |
| From price | $2,531 | $11,333 |
| Price per day | $362 | $1,417 |
| Rail share | 29% | 100% |
| Pace | relaxed | fast |
| Comfort | premium | luxury |
| Guiding | The support (if required) of an English speaking local representative | Guide pour les visites et excursions, équipe multilingue (espagnol, anglais) à bord |
| Countries | Spain | Spain |
| Named trains | , | El Transcantábrico Gran Lujo |
| Nights on board | no | yes |
Which one, honestly
- For value: Andalucia by Rail costs the least per day here: $362 against $1,417 (El Transcantábrico (Train de luxe du Nord de l'Espagne)).
- For time on the train: El Transcantábrico (Train de luxe du Nord de l'Espagne) spends the most of the trip on rails: 100% rail share, against 29% (Andalucia by Rail).
- For pace: Andalucia by Rail runs relaxed; El Transcantábrico (Train de luxe du Nord de l'Espagne) runs fast.
Andalucia by Rail: worth knowing
- Each day in Seville, Córdoba and Granada is left at leisure with no guided activities included as standard; an English-speaking local representative is available only if requested.
- Entrance fees and local guides are included only 'where applicable', so some sights, such as the Alhambra in Granada, may need to be booked and paid for separately; the evidence recommends booking Alhambra tickets in advance due to limited availability.
- The evidence lists no current departure dates for this tour.
El Transcantábrico (Train de luxe du Nord de l'Espagne): worth knowing
- The route can run in either direction, San Sebastián to Santiago de Compostela or the reverse; check which direction your departure date follows.
- Travel to the starting point and from the finishing point is not included in the price.
- Travel insurance is offered on request, not included.