El Expreso de la Robla

Route

El Expreso de la Robla is a wonderful air-conditioned vintage train that meanders through the picturesque countryside and coast of northern Spain, allowing you to sample the traditions and glamour of the El Transcantábrico route. The route offers all the nostalgia of bygone train travel, with every modern amenity, the route runs between Bilbao and Leon, or in August a longer route from Oviedo to Santiago de Compostela and back for the Peregrino (Pilgrims) Route.

A coach and guide await at each destination to take guests to visit the interesting towns and sites along the route, steeped in heritage and history. A relaxed way to explore the rugged, mountainous coastline of northern Spain, on board a comfortable hotel train that passes through this spectacular scenery.

Accommodation

Each cabin has upper and lower berths, wardrobe, luggage carrier, reading light, air conditioning, stereo and telephone, a small en-suite bathroom with a hydro massage shower, wash basin and toilet. Please be aware this is a narrow gauge railway and passengers over 6 feet tall may find the beds rather short.

Dining

During the day, after a self-service breakfast taken on-board the train. Delicious lunches are served at various regional restaurants and at night the train is stationary at stations, which enables passengers to have a peaceful sleep after an evening enjoying the local cuisine and night life of each town.

Facilities

There are three lounges offering a bar service, decorated in a classic Spanish vintage style. Breakfast is served in the lounges, and you will also be able to enjoy a relaxing drink whilst looking out of the panoramic windows, with wonderful views of the spectacular scenery. Daily newspapers, magazines, libraries, video library and television are all available.