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Al-Andalus

Luxury sleeper train through Spain and Portugal from Seville

Illustration of Al-Andalus

The Al-Andalus, operated by Fred. Holidays, is a luxury sleeper train carrying passengers through Spain and Portugal aboard restored carriages built between 1928 and 1930 by Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits, the company responsible for the original Orient Express. Three itineraries are available: a week-long round trip from Seville called The Andalusian, a journey from Santiago de Compostela to Seville known as Heart of Spain, and a 3-night Portuguese venture called The Lusitanian. Days aboard combine fine dining with Andalusian cuisine, onboard entertainment, and opportunities to watch the landscape unfold. Passengers sleep in private en-suite sleeper cabins attended by stewards around the clock. Every journey is fully catered, with drinks included with all meals. The train suits those seeking classic European rail luxury and cultural travel through two countries without the logistics of changing hotels each night.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator publishes no day-by-day itinerary for any of the three routes; confirm the detailed route, stops, and excursions with Fred. Holidays before booking.
  • The Al-Andalus offers three separate itineraries (The Andalusian, Heart of Spain, and The Lusitanian) with different durations and starting points; verify which routing matches your preferred travel dates.

Included

  • Full board (all meals)
  • Selection of drinks with meals
  • 24-hour steward service

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Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes. All journeys are full board, meaning meals, drinks with meals, and sleeper accommodation aboard the Al-Andalus are included.
What are the three itineraries?
The Andalusian is a week-long round trip from Seville. Heart of Spain runs from Santiago de Compostela to Seville. The Lusitanian is a 3-night journey from Seville into Portugal.
What accommodation is provided?
Private en-suite sleeper cabins in two configurations: Grand Class Suite (double) or Deluxe Suite (twin). A steward provides 24-hour service.
Who operates the Al-Andalus?
Fred. Holidays, trading as Fred. Rail Journeys, operates the train.
What meals are included?
Full board throughout the journey, with Andalusian cuisine and a selection of drinks included with meals.

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