Costa Verde Express saloons are treasures of railway heritage, several of them original 1923 Pullman cars, all lovingly renovated and decorated for luxury travel. The journey connects two of Spain's most captivating cities — Bilbao and Santiago de Compostela — passing through a coastal world of medieval villages, Asturian mountains, Cantabrian seascapes, and rich regional culture.
Whether travelling east to west or west to east, passengers experience the same curated itinerary of art, gastronomy, and natural beauty from the comfort of a moving hotel. This is northern Spain at its most unhurried — a part of Europe that rewards those who take time to discover it.
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Accommodation
Costa Verde Express Suite
Each of the 23 suites measures 6 sq.m. and features a double bed — 1.35 m wide by 1.85 m long — that converts to a sofa during the day. Large curtained windows, luggage space, mini-bar, safe, wardrobe, writing desk, telephone, and fitted carpet are standard. Guests enjoy individual control of air-conditioning, heating, music, and lighting, plus a private bathroom with hydro-sauna turbo-massage steam shower and hair dryer.
Saloon Cars
The train's saloon cars date from the 1920s and evoke a more gracious era of travel. The elegant Dining Car offers à la carte and buffet breakfasts each morning, as well as chef-prepared lunches and dinners. The Bar Car is open throughout the journey — the perfect place to watch the Cantabrian landscape roll past with a drink in hand.
Further carriages include the Tea Saloon, Panorama Coach, and Entertainment Saloon — a small onboard nightclub with live entertainment each evening. A library stocked with newspapers and magazines, plus DVDs and television, are also available.
Itineraries
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Bilbao – Santiago de Compostela
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Six days west from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela, through Santander, Santillana del Mar, the Picos de Europa, Oviedo, Luarca, Ribadeo, Taramundi and Viveiro, before a coach from Ferrol completes the journey to Santiago.
Day 1 — Bilbao · Santander
Welcome and crew introduction as you board the train in Bilbao. A visit to Bilbao, including the Guggenheim Museum, then the train travels to Santander, where you have free time. Overnight: Santander.
Day 2 — Santander · Santillana del Mar · Cabezón de la Sal
A visit to Santillana del Mar, one of Spain's best-preserved medieval villages, and the Altamira Neocave, a full-scale replica of the cave paintings. Overnight: Cabezón de la Sal.
Day 3 — Cabezón de la Sal · Arenas de Cabrales · Llanes
A Picos de Europa day among the mountain villages and the Cabrales area. The Covadonga lakes are usually part of the programme, though they may be changed or cancelled because of scheduling, tides or weather. Overnight: Llanes.
Day 4 — Llanes · Gijón · Oviedo · Luarca
A visit to Gijón on the Asturian coast, then to Oviedo, the capital of Asturias, before the train continues to Luarca. Overnight: Luarca.
Day 5 — Luarca · Taramundi · Ribadeo · Viveiro
A visit to the Taramundi area, known for its traditional crafts and countryside, then Ribadeo on the Lugo coast. Overnight: Viveiro.
Day 6 — Viveiro · Ferrol · Santiago de Compostela
A last breakfast on board as the train reaches Ferrol, where the rail journey ends. A coach then takes you to Santiago de Compostela for a guided visit and free time. End of journey.
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Santiago de Compostela – Bilbao
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The same magnificent itinerary travelled in reverse — beginning with a guided visit of Santiago de Compostela before boarding the train at Ferrol and journeying east through Galicia, Asturias, and Cantabria to arrive at Bilbao's La Concordia station.
Day 1 — Santiago de Compostela · Ferrol · Viveiro
Reception and a visit to the old town of Santiago de Compostela, then lunch. A coach takes you to Ferrol, where you board the train for Viveiro. Overnight: Viveiro (on board).
Day 2 — Viveiro · Ribadeo · Taramundi · Luarca
Ribadeo on the Lugo coast, then the Taramundi area with its traditional crafts and countryside. The train continues into Asturias to Luarca. Overnight: Luarca.
Day 3 — Luarca · Oviedo · Gijón · Llanes
Visits to Oviedo, the capital of Asturias, and to Gijón, followed by an evening train along the coast to Llanes. Overnight: Llanes.
Day 4 — Llanes · Arenas de Cabrales · Cabezón de la Sal
A Picos de Europa day among the mountain villages and the Cabrales area. The Covadonga lakes are usually part of the programme, though they may be changed or cancelled because of scheduling, tides or weather. The train then continues into Cantabria. Overnight: Cabezón de la Sal.
Day 5 — Cabezón de la Sal · Santillana del Mar · Santander
Santillana del Mar and the Altamira Neocave, then lunch while the train travels to Santander, where you have free time. Overnight: Santander.
Day 6 — Santander · Bilbao
The train arrives in Bilbao over breakfast, and you say farewell to the crew. A visit to Bilbao, including the Guggenheim Museum, and lunch. End of journey.
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| Date | Direction / Route | From | Status | |
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| Wed, 12 May 2027 | Oviedo to Bilbao | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
| Sat, 15 May 2027 | Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
| Sat, 22 May 2027 | Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
| Sat, 29 May 2027 | Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
| Sat, 5 Jun 2027 | Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
| Sat, 12 Jun 2027 | Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
| Sat, 19 Jun 2027 | Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
| Sat, 18 Sep 2027 | Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
| Sat, 25 Sep 2027 | Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
| Sat, 2 Oct 2027 | Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
| Sat, 9 Oct 2027 | Santiago de Compostela to Oviedo | from €5,300 pp dbl (Gran Clase Suite) | Available | Reserve → |
Cabins & Prices
| Cabin / Suite | Basis | Price |
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| Gran Clase Suite · 2026 | per person, double | € 5,000 |
| Gran Clase Suite · 2026 | single supplement | € 4,000 |
| Gran Clase Suite · 2027 | per person, double | € 5,300 |
| Gran Clase Suite · 2027 | single supplement | € 4,250 |
Prices are indicative and subject to change and availability. Contact us for the latest rates and offers.
Destinations on This Journey
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