The Splendour of Andalucia
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Andalucia, staying at stunning Hospes hotels in Madrid, Seville, Granada and Cordoba, and enjoy luxurious, stress-free train travel. Plus there’s a whole host of added extras, including flamenco shows, Caliphal dinners and visits to monuments. Below is a suggested sevennight itinerary, incorporating five nights in Hospes hotels and a return journey on the overnight Elipsos Trenhotel. We can tailormake this to suit your requirements.
Day 1 PARIS Depart on the Eurostar from St Pancras, London, for Paris Nord, where you’ll change to the Elipsos Trenhotel overnight train, travelling in Grand Class, for Madrid.
Days 2–3 MADRID Arrive in the morning and check in to the Hospes Madrid for two nights in the capital. Here you can enjoy a visit to the permanent exhibitions at the Museo del Prado, the Museo Thyssen and the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia.
Day 4 SEVILLE Board the train and head for Seville, where you’ll enjoy a guided tour of the old quarter, the Barrio de Santa Cruz, and the surrounding area and monuments. There’s also the chance for an introductory presentation to Iberian ham and ham cutting.
Day 5 GRANADA The train pulls into Granada in the afternoon, where you’ll visit the splendid Alhambra as well as the spectacular Genralife Gardens and Royal Palaces on a guided tour.
Day 6 CORDOBA Arrive in Cordoba ready to explore the Mosque of Cordoba, the most important Islamic monument in western Europe and one of the most impressive buildings ever constructed. Follow this with Andalucian olive oil tasting.
Day 7 MADRID Return to Madrid before boarding the overnight train in Grand Class back to Paris.
Day 8 PARIS Change for the Eurostar for the journey back to St Pancras, London.
Prices from: £1,100–£1,600 pp incl. 5 nights bb accommodation, train travel, complimentary drink on arrival in each hotel, Caliphal dinner for two at hotel of choice, Tablao Flamenco in city of choice & Al-Andalus Pass (for excursions).
What the experts say
The idea of covering more than 4,000 km in six days by taking eight trains certainly seemed a daunting prospect, but nothing could be further from the truth – each stage of the journey connected seamlessly, stations and carriages were spotless and I was ready to explore each city within half an hour of arriving.
Without exception, Hospes hotels are excellent. These old, historical buildings have been lovingly restored, their original features preserved and then cleverly blended with a modern twist. Each hotel has its own charm, from the rustic feel of the Hospes Las Casas del Rey de Baeza in Seville to the absolute tranquillity of the courtyard garden at the Hospes Palacio del Bailio in Cordoba.
This itinerary offers a fantastic opportunity to visit up to four of Spain’s popular cultural destinations while staying in what must be some of the country’s premier properties.” Lisa Allinson Spain specialist
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