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LUXURY MINI JOURNEYS

Exclusive Short Escapes Aboard Spain’s Iconic Luxury Trains

Renfe’s Luxury Train Mini Journeys offer an exceptional way to experience the glamour of luxury rail travel in a shorter, perfectly curated format. These exclusive micro-trips are designed for discerning travellers seeking a refined escape, combining iconic landscapes, impeccable service and the timeless elegance of historic trains.

Ideal as a standalone indulgence or as part of a broader European itinerary, these short journeys provide the opportunity to experience Spain’s most prestigious luxury trains in just a few days—without compromising on comfort, style or experience.

Available Luxury Mini Trips

El Transcantábrico Micro Journey

4 days / 3 nights

A refined short escape aboard one of Europe’s most celebrated luxury trains, travelling through the dramatic landscapes and cultural highlights of northern Spain.

 

Costa Verde Express Micro Journey

3 days / 2 nights

A stylish and intimate luxury rail experience along Spain’s lush Green Coast, ideal for travellers with limited time who seek an unforgettable journey.

Each mini trip delivers the essence of luxury rail travel—elegant accommodation, gourmet dining, scenic routes and attentive onboard service—all within a shorter, expertly designed itinerary.

 

Embark on Your Journey of Legend 2026

 

El Transcantábrico Micro Journey

       From Oviedo to San Sebastián

       From Santiago de Compostela to Gijón

DEPARTURE DATES TRANSCANTÁBRICO SHORT ROUTES 2026

DEPARTURE FROM:

MARCH

NOVEMBER

Oviedo > San Sebastián

17

 

Santiago de Compostela > Gijón

 

7

                                                              

TRANSCANTÁBRICO SHORT ROUTES PRICES 2026

Price per Person, Grand Luxury Double Suite      4.250 €

Single Supplement                                            3.650 €

Triple Grand Luxury Supplement                         2.350 €

 

ITINERARY Oviedo > San Sebastian (4d/3n)

Day 1: Oviedo – Llanes (Tuesday)

Reception at 10:00 a.m. on board the train at Oviedo Station. Visit to Oviedo and lunch. In the afternoon, visit to Gijón. Dinner on board as the train arrives in Llanes.

Day 2: Llanes – Cabezón de la Sal (Wednesday)

After breakfast, the coach will take us up to the Picos de Europa mountains, Covadonga Sanctuary and Cangas de Onís. Lunch in a restaurant. In the afternoon, visit to Llanes and dinner on board while the train arrives in Cabezón de la Sal.

Day 3: Cabezón de la Sal – Santander (Thursday)

On this day, we will visit the Neocave of Altamira and Santillana del Mar. Lunch on board the train. In the afternoon, the train will arrive in Santander. Tour. Dinner in a restaurant and overnight stay in Santander.

Day 4: Santander – San Sebastián (Friday)

While having breakfast, we will travel to Bilbao, where we will say goodbye to the train and its crew. Visit to Bilbao and the Guggenheim Museum. Then, coach transfer to San Sebastián. Lunch and end of the experience.

                                   

 



ITINERARY Santiago > Gijón (4d/3n)

Day 1: Santiago de Compostela – Viveiro (Saturday)

Reception at 10:00 a.m. in Santiago, tour and lunch. In the afternoon, the coach will take us to Ferrol, where the train and its crew are waiting for us to travel to Viveiro. Tour of the town or free time, and dinner on board.

Day 2: Viveiro – Ribadeo (Sunday)

While we have breakfast, the train will arrive in Ribadeo; we will then go and visit Taramundi. Lunch in a restaurant. In the afternoon, we will return to Ribadeo; dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 3: Ribadeo – Luarca (Monday)

Visit to Ribadeo and its surroundings. Lunch in a restaurant. In the afternoon we will arrive in Luarca; tour, dinner on board, and overnight stay in Luarca.

Day 4: Luarca – Gijón (Tuesday)

While having breakfast, we will arrive in Oviedo, where we will say goodbye to the train and its crew. Visit to Oviedo and coach transfer to Gijón. Lunch in a restaurant, and end of the experience in Gijón.




 

 

Costa Verde Express Micro Journey

Short Routes Costa Verde Express 3 days – 2 nights

From Oviedo to Bilbao

From Santiago de Compostela to Oviedo

 

DEPARTURE DATES COSTA VERDE EXPRESS SHORT ROUTES 2026

FROM:

MAY

OCTOBER

Oviedo

6

 

Santiago de Compostela

 31

 

COSTA EXPRESS SHORT ROUTES PRICES 2026

Price per Person, Grand Class Double Suite           2.600 €

Single Supplement                                               2.000 €

 

Itinerary Oviedo to Bilbao (3d/2n)

Day 1: Oviedo – Llanes (Wednesday)

Meeting point at Oviedo Station at 10:00 a.m. aboard the train. Visit to Oviedo, lunch on board and afternoon visit to the Picos de Europa. Dinner and overnight stay in Llanes.

Day 2: Llanes – Santander (Thursday)

After breakfast, we will arrive at Cabezón de la Sal to visit Santillana del Mar and the Neocave of Altamira in the afternoon. Santander. Visit, dinner and overnight stay in Santander.

Day 3: Santander – Bilbao (Friday)

During breakfast, we will arrive in Bilbao, visit the city and the Guggenheim Museum. End of trip around 14:00 p.m. at La Concordia Station.

 

 

Itinerary Santiago de Compostela to Oviedo (3d/2n)

Day 1: Santiago de Compostela – Viveiro (Saturday)

Meeting point in Santiago de Compostela at 12:00 noon. Visit and lunch. Our coach will take us to Ferrol, where we will take the train to Viveiro. Tour. Dinner on board the train and overnight stay in Viveiro.

Day 2: Viveiro – Oviedo (Sunday)

While enjoying breakfast, the train will take us to Ribadeo. Visit to Las Catedrales Beach and free time in the town. Lunch in a restaurant. In the afternoon, we will visit Luarca. Dinner on board as the train arrives in Oviedo.

Day 3: Oviedo (Monday)

After breakfast, we start the day with a tour of the city of Oviedo. Farewell on board the train and end of the experience.


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