There is no better way to enjoy the beguiling landscape of Andalucia than on board the luxurious and recently restored Al-Andalus train. This ‘palace on wheels’ allows you to step back in time to the glamorous era of the Belle Epoque as you enjoy excellent cuisine, comfortable accommodation and warm hospitality on a journey that takes in the region’s fascinating cities. The train is made up of seven richly decorated carriages and four lounge cars dating back to the 1920’s.

A six night journey through Andalucia, the Al Andalus train offers a one way journey between Seville and Malaga (or vice versa). Accommodation is in either Grand Class cabins with two single beds which convert into armchairs in the day, or Deluxe Suites, with a full size double bed which becomes a sofa for the daytime. The four elegant lounge cars are restored carriages from between 1928 and 1930 with elegant period features, and guests will enjoy exquisite local cuisine, drinks in the bar car and music recitals on board. The programme of excursions includes visits to sherry bodegas in Jerez, the magnificent Moorish cities of Granada and Cordoba, and less well-known highlights such as the Renaissance architecture of Ubeda and Baeza and Ronda’s dramatic gorge.

Selected departures from March to November.