How much does it cost?

From £9,250 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $12,495 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.

Is train travel included?

Yes. All travel aboard El Transcantabrico is included, along with all onboard meals, beverages, and entertainment. Coach excursions at each stop are also included.

Is the tour escorted?

Yes. Euroventure provides an onboard crew throughout the journey, and guided city tours are offered at each stop.

What accommodation is provided?

Guests stay in Grand Luxury Suites with individual, double, or triple occupancy options. Each suite includes a TV, wardrobe, convertible sofa, private bathroom with hydro-massage shower, minibar, safe, desk, and free internet access.

When does the train run?

Euroventure does not publish a departure calendar in the available information; contact the operator directly to confirm available dates.

Euroventure · Luxury train journey

Transcantábrico Luxury Train | 1 Week

Eight-day luxury train from San Sebastián to Santiago de Compostela

El Transcantabrico (Gran Lujo), operated by Euroventure, is an 8-day luxury train journey across northern Spain, departing from San Sebastián and arriving in Santiago de Compostela (or in reverse, depending on the weekly alternating schedule). Guests stay in Grand Luxury Suites within restored 1923 Pullman lounge cars, each with a private bathroom, minibar, and complimentary toiletries. The itinerary combines onboard elegance with guided exploration: Day 1 arrives in San Sebastián for a city tour and lunch before boarding in Bilbao; Day 2 includes entry to the Guggenheim Museum; Days 3 through 7 visit Potes, Santillana del Mar, Picos de Europa National Park, Gijon, and the Lugo coast; the final day concludes with a guided tour of Santiago de Compostela. A-la-carte dining, nightly live music and performances, and a permanent bar create an all-inclusive experience. This journey suits luxury seekers, repeat rail travellers, couples, and history enthusiasts drawn to Spain's Basque Country, Cantabria, and Asturias.

Price history

Across 5 checks, this price has held at £9,250 every time.

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 2 of 5 points are a live read of the operator's page. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

What to know before you look closer

The itinerary alternates weekly in both directions; confirm the departure direction when booking, as the route reverses between San Sebastián to Santiago de Compostela and vice versa
Two price tiers are listed for the same suite type: a full 8-day itinerary and a shorter itinerary option; the operator's website will clarify which dates apply to which price

Day by day

Day 1overnight: On board, Karrantza
San Sebastián to Karrantza
Arrive in San Sebastian for a city tour and lunch; luxury coach transfer to Bilbao to board El Transcantabrico. Welcome drinks with the crew, then a scenic journey to Karrantza with the first dinner on board.
Day 2overnight: On board, Santander
Bilbao to Santander
A la carte and buffet breakfast on board. Return to Bilbao for entry to the Guggenheim Museum, then lunch on board en route to Santander, with free time to explore Cantabria's capital.
Day 3overnight: On board, Cabezón de la Sal
Potes and Comillas to Cabezón de la Sal
Coach to Potes through the La Hermida Gorge, with time in natural hot baths and lunch. Afternoon visit to a 19th-century Gaudi-designed mansion in Comillas.
Day 4overnight: On board, Llanes
Altamira and Santillana del Mar to Llanes
Visit the Cave of Altamira museum, then the medieval town of Santillana del Mar. Journey through the Asturian countryside to Llanes.
Day 5overnight: On board, Oviedo
Picos de Europa to Oviedo
Coach tour of the Picos de Europa National Park, Covadonga Lakes and Sanctuary, and Cangas de Onis. City tour of Oviedo in the afternoon.
Day 6overnight: On board, Luarca
Gijon to Luarca
Tour and lunch in Gijon, then arrival in Luarca, 'the white village of the green coast'.
Day 7railovernight: On board, Viveiro
Ribadeo to Viveiro
Breakfast en route to Ribadeo; explore the Lugo coast to Playa de Las Catedrales, then a scenic train journey to Viveiro.
Day 8
Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela
Final onboard breakfast approaching Ferrol; coach to Santiago de Compostela with a guided city tour to conclude the trip.

The moments this trip is built around

Day 2Day 2: Entry to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, followed by lunch aboard the train as it travels to Santander
Day 3Day 3: Coach tour through La Hermida Gorge to Potes, including time in natural hot baths, then a visit to a 19th-century Gaudi-designed mansion in Comillas
Day 4Day 4: Visit to the Cave of Altamira museum and the medieval town of Santillana del Mar
Day 5Day 5: Coach tour of Picos de Europa National Park, Covadonga Lakes and Sanctuary, followed by a city tour of Oviedo
Day 7Day 7: Scenic visit to Playa de Las Catedrales on the Lugo coast, then a train journey to Viveiro

Included

14 spacious suites with individual, double, or triple occupancy options, elegant wooden decor
Amenities include luggage storage, desk, safe, minibar, music system, and free internet access
Bedrooms include a TV, wardrobe, and convertible sofa
Private bathrooms with hydro-massage showers and complimentary toiletries
Common lounges in original 1923 Pullman cars for daily a-la-carte breakfast and other dining
Permanent bar offering a variety of beverages
Access to entertainment: national and international news, television, videos and books
Games, panoramic lounge, tea room, and pub car for relaxation and socializing
Nightly events featuring live music, performances, and parties
Attentive crew members ensuring a comfortable journey

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?: From £9,250 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $12,495 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is train travel included?: Yes. All travel aboard El Transcantabrico is included, along with all onboard meals, beverages, and entertainment. Coach excursions at each stop are also included.
Is the tour escorted?: Yes. Euroventure provides an onboard crew throughout the journey, and guided city tours are offered at each stop.
What accommodation is provided?: Guests stay in Grand Luxury Suites with individual, double, or triple occupancy options. Each suite includes a TV, wardrobe, convertible sofa, private bathroom with hydro-massage shower, minibar, safe, desk, and free internet access.
When does the train run?: Euroventure does not publish a departure calendar in the available information; contact the operator directly to confirm available dates.