Al Ándalus Route, Destinations & Stops
Destinations & Attractions
Andalusia • Extremadura • Castilla-La Mancha • Madrid
Since 2026 the Al Ándalus runs Seville ⇄ Madrid only; it no longer visits Granada, Ronda or Málaga.
The Al Andalus traverses the heart of Spain, connecting Madrid and Seville through some of the country’s most historic and culturally rich destinations. From Moorish palaces to Roman ruins, medieval cities to royal gardens, experience Spain’s diverse heritage.
Destinations & Key Attractions
| Destination | Region | Key Attractions & Monuments |
|---|---|---|
| Seville | Andalusia | Cathedral & Giralda (UNESCO), Alcázar (UNESCO), Plaza de España, Barrio Santa Cruz |
| Jerez de la Frontera | Andalusia | Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art (horse show), Sherry bodegas, Alcázar, Cathedral |
| Cádiz | Andalusia | Cathedral, Old Town (one of Europe’s oldest cities), watchtower, beaches |
| Córdoba | Andalusia | Mezquita-Cathedral (UNESCO), Jewish Quarter, Alcázar, Roman Bridge, Patios |
| Mérida | Extremadura | Roman Theatre (UNESCO), Amphitheatre, Temple of Diana, Roman Bridge, National Museum |
| Cáceres | Extremadura | Old Town (UNESCO), Plaza Mayor, medieval towers, Renaissance palaces |
| Torrijos | Castilla-La Mancha | Overnight stop for the train and the starting point for the day in Toledo |
| Toledo | Castilla-La Mancha | Cathedral (UNESCO), Alcázar, El Greco Museum, Synagogues, “City of Three Cultures” |
| Aranjuez | Central Spain | Royal Palace (UNESCO), Prince’s Garden, Island Garden, Strawberry Train station |
| Madrid | Central Spain | Royal Palace, Prado Museum, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Retiro Park |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Historic Centre of Córdoba — Mezquita-Cathedral, Jewish Quarter
- Cathedral, Alcázar & Archivo de Indias, Seville — Largest Gothic cathedral
- Historic City of Toledo — City of Three Cultures
- Old Town of Cáceres — Medieval walls and towers
- Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida — Roman monuments
- Aranjuez Cultural Landscape — Royal Palace and gardens
Regional Cuisine Highlights
| Andalusia | Gazpacho, salmorejo, jamón ibérico, fried fish, sherry wines, olive oil |
| Jerez | World-famous sherry (fino, manzanilla, oloroso), brandy, sherry vinegar |
| Extremadura | Ibérico pork products, Torta del Casar cheese, migas extremeñas |
| Toledo | Marzipan, roasted lamb, perdiz a la toledana (partridge) |
Explore Andalusia with Palace Tours
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Want to see Granada and the Alhambra?
Since 2026 the Al Ándalus runs between Seville and Madrid, and Granada is no longer on the route. Granada is under three hours from Seville by direct train – see Seville to Granada by train – and Palace Tours can arrange a Granada extension before or after your journey: travel@palacetours.com or +1 786-408-0610.