Europe's Must-Visit Places for Book Lovers

You don’t need to be a Ragnar Jónasson fan to get wrapped up in mystery during this five-day Iceland trip. Simply hiking out onto the black-sand beaches and glacial tongues will make you wonder why you didn’t have the Land of Fire and Ice at the top of your travel bucket list sooner. Soaks in hot springs, private rides to the Golden Circle’s lava fields and geysers, and hiking behind waterfalls are only some of the wonders you’re destined to enjoy, as well as a visit to Reykholt, the charming village that Icelandic saga writer Snorri Sturluson called home.

This Rail Trip from Madrid to Marrakech – calling at Córdoba, Seville, Casablanca and Fes – offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of European and African literature. From Madrid’s bustling literary scene to the winding alleys of Marrakech, which have inspired countless writers, from Paul Bowles to Tahar Ben Jelloun. With plenty of reading time on train trips through the stunning landscapes of Andalusia and Morocco, you’ll have the opportunity to visit a load of historic landmarks that have been immortalised in literature, from the spectacular Alcazar Palace to the vibrant souks of Marrakech.