Most of the times it happens that we plan to go on holidays but get confused over one question, where to go. There are plethoras of places in this world where we go and enjoy, but when somebody desires to explore luxury on wheels then blindly go for El Transcantábrico, Spain.
El Transcantábrico, Spain
Here you will get a classy treatment. Started its operation two decades ago,El Transcantábrico operates between Santiago de Compostela to León or vice versa. The train is operated by Ferrocarriles Españoles de Vía Estrecha (FEVE).
El Transcantábrico on its way
Track of El Transcantábrico
Accommodation facilities:
All the compartments have separate toilet, shower, wardrobe space, a mini bar. Equipped with double beds, being a narrow gauge train therefore sleeping accommodation is a little bit tiny, However if you want some comfortable sleeping then choose a room which has bunk bed in it. Air conditioner facility is individually controlled. Power supply is 220 V.
Interior of El Transcantábrico
Dining and Lounge Cars:
Their motive is fine dining. You would get some quality Spain’s cultural cuisines and delicacies. Train has four dining bars and all meals and wine are including. It also has two salon bars where you can have a buffet breakfast. You would get a warm welcome by train’s staff and ambience is lovely. Service is quick and efficient. If you want to sit and relax and you want to chat, gossip, playing board games, reading or entertain yourself then Lounge car is a place for you.
Dining place in the train
Bar Car:
This place is for all the alcoholics and quality wine lovers. You can take a sip of on of the finest wine. Enjoy at dancing floor and give yourself a lifetime experience. You can increase your social network here by befriended with people.
Bar Car El Transcantábrico, Spain
Bridge for El Transcantábrico
View of El Transcantábrico
Train Fares and Schedules:
Train with double accommodation Euro 2,600 per person.
Train with single accommodation Euro 3500 per person.
Train runs on specific dates in a month. Like in 2010 eastbound dates are July 3, 17, 31
Aug. 14, 28
Sept. 11
And westbound dates are
July 10, 24
Aug 7, 21
Sept. 4, 18.
Inside view of El Transcantábrico
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