Show your students España Maravillosa! Tour Spain, arriving in the vibrant capital of Catalonia, Barcelona to begin exploring. A local guide introduces you to the wonders of the major cities: Barcelona, Córdoba, Toledo and the capital city, Madrid await, with visits to the famous Prada museum and Picasso's powerful work, Guernica.
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Spain
9 Days
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
Walkway in Barcelona
El Barri Gòtic
Scenic Street in Córdoba
Plaza de España
Alcázar de Toledo
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Your adventure, day by day
Day 1 :
Depart from North America
Enjoy your Overnight Flight to Barcelona.
Day 2 :
Welcome to Spain!
Arrive in the vibrant capital of Catalonia.
Begin exploring Barcelona.
Day 3 :
Barcelona
See Barcelona with a Local Guide
A local guide introduces you to Barcelona, including the Olympic Stadium, the Barri Gòtic, Gaudí's unfinished cathedral Sagrada Família and Park Güell.
Casa Milà (La Pedrera) visit
This magnificent building is the epitome of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí’s fantastical style. See how he uses twisted pillars, curved archways, and warped metal balconies to create a totally unique design all his own.
Day 4 :
Figueres
Add on: Dali Museum in Figueres
Surrealist art lovers will especially enjoy visiting Figueres, the hometown of the famous Salvador Dali. Explore the Theatre and Museum he built to memorialize his life's work. The museum boasts the largest collection of his work including paintings, sculptures, mechanical devices, 3D collages and even living room furniture! It's certainly a sight to see!
Day 5 :
Cordoba
Board the AVE to CordobaExplore Cordoba with a Local Guide
Marvel at what was once the largest mosque in Islam, the Mezquita in Córdoba. A local guide shows you the statue of the famous Jewish philosopher Maimonaides and leads you through the maze of flower-filled courtyards that make up the Old City.
Continue to Seville
Day 6 :
Seville
Discover Seville with a Local Guide
Plaza de España, Old Jewish Quarter (Santa Cruz and San Bartolomé), Casa de Pilatos visit, Seville Cathedral visit, Giralda Tower ascent, Columbus’ gravesite.
LEAP Matador for a Day
Optional add-on.
LEAP ¡Ay Flamenco!
LEAP Activity | Matador for a Day
What does it take to be a Matador? Find out! Perform bullfighting customs, wear a red cape and master basic skills as you explore the roots of the matador tradition. Then, enter the ring for a mock bullfight. Ole!
LEAP Activity | ¡Ay Flamenco!
Clap! Stomp your feet—now flamenco! Professional dancers teach you the history, rhythms, and moves of the dance that holds a special place in Spanish culture. Later, sit back and admire the pros in a show.
Day 7 :
Toledo - Madrid
Explore Toledo with a Local Guide
Explore Spain's golden city today, including Toledo's Gothic cathedral, the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, a local sword factory, and Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes.
LEAP El Caudillo's Conquest
LEAP Activity | Spanish Civil War
Nationalist? Republican? Argue ideology in a revolutionary role-play that delves into the causes of the Spanish Civil War!
Day 8 :
Madrid
Explore Madrid with a Local Guide
Sightseeing in Madrid with a local guide includes the Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, the Puerta del Sol, and the Prado Museum. Inside the Prado, observe many works by Velazquez and El Greco.
Reina Sofía Museum
View Picasso's Guernica at the nearby Reina Sofía Museum.
LEAP Cocina Española
LEAP Activity | Cocina Española
Create some of Spain’s most popular and iconic dishes and discover firsthand what makes these dishes enduring classics of Spanish cuisine.
Day 9 :
Return Home OR Extend Your Trip
Head Home
Board your flight home or extend your travels with an additional day in Madrid.
Extend your stay | Extra day in Madrid
Don’t leave Spain yet! Add an extra day to your itinerary, reserved for exploring Madrid and all this capital city has to offer.
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Up to Three College Credits Included with this Program
Through our Discovery for Credit Program, students traveling on an international WorldStrides program have the opportunity to earn academic credit by completing an online course that allows them to reflect upon many of the themes and topics explored during their travel program. Those in grades 6–12 at the time of travel can earn free elective high school credit upon successful completion of both the travel program and online course. Through our university partner, George Mason University, eligible students in grades 9-12 at the time of travel can earn up to three college credits upon successful completion of both the travel program and online course. Students who earn credit with WorldStrides will find this distinguishes them as online learners and gives them a jump-start on their path to a successful higher education experience. Click here for more details.
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