Spain · TRAIN EXPERIENCES
The 15 best train trips you can book right now, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who it suits. The first has the most bookings behind it; start there.
Ride the cogwheel train to Montserrat, tour the monastery, then taste organic wines and tapas at a 10th-century castle winery.
“This was a fantastic tour and the guides were fantastic. We had Julet and she was great. The Monastery was beautiful and the winery was nice.”
A practical day trip from Málaga to Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas, with free time, optional guide, and a little train in Setenil.
“This day trip to Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas was absolutely fantastic and definitely worth checking out. Both cities were amazing, offering vastly different but equally beautiful experiences. Ronda, in particular, was breathtaking. The views from the Puente Nuevo are genuinely spectacular, and I felt we had plenty of time allocated to explore the city's streets, shops, and iconic viewpoints without feeling rushed. Setenil, with its houses built into the rock, offered a uniquely charming contrast. The logistics of the trip were very well managed. The transport was good, and everything ran exactly on time, which is always appreciated on a tight schedule. Our guide was the real highlight.…”
Mallorca by bus, Tren de Sóller tram and train, plus boat stops at Sa Calobra and Port de Sóller.
“The visit by boat from P de Soller arriving at Sa Colabra was so relaxing and Sa Calobra was so stunning made more special by the appearance of the local goats 😂”
Ride the cogwheel train to Montserrat, visit the Royal Basilica and Black Madonna, enjoy liquor tasting, and learn with an English coach guide.
“Guide was ok. Also title is misleading. We never went on a cog wheel train. More like a tram. Still had a nice visit.”
Hop on Granada’s open city train to the Alhambra and top sights. 1 or 2 days, panoramic views, audio guide in 12 languages.
“Good way to see the city, downside was can be quite busy and have to wait for a seat”
Mallorca in one day by coach, boat, Sóller tram, and vintage train, with Tramuntana views, La Calobra beach time, and Port de Sóller sights.
“This tour was fun! We did so many things! Bus rides, boat ride, tram ride and a train ride! Was not expecting this to be so great. Got to see Mallorca from a different angle. Highly recommend! Angela was a great tour guide and Juan blew us away with his bus driving skills.”
Montserrat day trip from Barcelona with the rack railway, Black Madonna basilica, and monk liqueurs. 5 hours, bilingual guide.
“Stunning landscapes, quiet spaces, and a guide who clearly loved sharing this place.”
Guided trip from Barcelona to Montserrat with monastery history, free time, cogwheel train, and optional winery lunch plus wine tasting.
“Michaela was awesome and we really enjoyed her sharing and hospitality. The winery had really good wines too - only wish we did the lunch!”
Montserrat day trip from Barcelona by electric train, cable car, and cogwheel descent, with Basilica access and the Black Madonna in a small group.
“My visit to Montserrat was absolutely unforgettable, thanks to our incredible guide, Monica. From the moment the tour began, she brought the history, culture, and spirituality of the mountain to life with her warmth, enthusiasm, and deep knowledge. Monica had a wonderful way of blending fascinating facts with engaging stories, making every stop along the way feel meaningful and memorable. Her passion for Montserrat was contagious, and she made sure everyone in the group felt comfortable, included, and inspired. Thanks to Monica, what could have been just a scenic trip became a truly enriching and personal experience.”
A guided full-day Mallorca circuit by vintage train, wooden tram, and boat, with Sa Calobra cliffs and Sóller views. $124, 8 hours.
“The experience was nice but the guide was really rude.”
Panoramic Barcelona plus Montjuïc cable car and Montserrat cog-train. See the Black Madonna and taste local liquors in one long day.
“We were only able to do the first half of the tour. We enjoyed a brisk walking guided tour and then boarded a bus that drove past the Olympic village and then on to ontjuic. This allowed us to look over the city up in the mountain affording beautiful views. These tours require a LOT of walking. Even though we did not make the second half of tour, it was money well spent. I will book with Viator again. We saved tremendously compared to purchasing from cruiseline.”
Ride Barcelona trains to Montserrat, take the cable car and cogwheel down, and get a guided introduction plus time to explore.
“Marcelo is a good tour guide he is informative helpful he likes. What he does he’s on schedule. In time. An we had a good time. Nice tour guide nice activity. Great experience”
Ride the historic Red Lightning from Palma to Sóller, then tour Tramuntana villages like Deià and Valldemossa with lunch and mountain views.
“Guide Zven was excellent. Very knowledgeable, pleasant and informative. It’s a long day, but a great way to see the mountains of Mallorca and Sóller. Loved the train. Only disappointment was the van was way too crowded for eight people…and difficult for those in middle or back to see. If you’re prone to motion sickness, come prepared as the last half of the trip is on winding roads…beautiful views tho! Also had a great lunch. Think if we have a chance next time we’d use Zven for a food tour…he’s very proud of his country and excited to show it to visitors!”
Hop-on hop-off buses plus a return train to Palacio de la Magdalena, with sea views, key sights, and audio in 4 languages in Santander.
“ustedes son los mejores! busqué el autobús turístico en Santander. en otras empresas las páginas se trancaban, perdí tiempo..y dije GyG seguro me soluciona....es tan fácil comprar excursiones con ustedes! al momento lo conseguì! tengo muchos tours contratados con ustedes en España, todo es fácil!”
Ride the vintage Sóller Railway through Tramuntana tunnels, enjoy orange gelato in town, then take the tram to calm Port de Sóller.
“Katharina hat den Ausflug top geleitet. Es war super organisiert. Es geb genügend Zeit alles zu sehen. Vielen Dank für diesen tollen Ausflug.”
Every sort of day out, and the best-rated of each.
