Summer in Spain

Begin exploring this captivating capital city of Spain.

Explore the artistry and architecture of Madrid. Sights include the Plaza Colón, the Puerta del Sol, and the Royal Palace.

Visits inside the renowned Prado and Reina Sofía museums afford opportunities to study Spanish works of art.

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.

Picturesque views of a fairy-tale castle lure you inside Segovia's famous Alcázar on today's optional adventure.

Discover King Phillip II's imposing palace, El Escorial. This massive structure is home to over 500 frescoes and 1600 paintings by famous artists such as Velazquez and El Greco. Today the palace functions as a monastery, royal palace, museum and school.

Journey to the golden city of Toledo, a medieval town perched above the Rio Tagus. Visit the Gothic cathedral, the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, a local sword factory, and the Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes.

LEAP Activity | Spirit of Spain

Immerse yourself in the art that defines the passion of Spain. Explore the meaning and compare the techniques of artists from El Greco to Salvador Dali and Pablo Picasso. Enrich your knowledge of art history as you debate how these and other artists defined and shaped Spanish culture.

With a local guide, venture into the massive Alhambra fortress to see a regal compound of royal residences, interlocking rooms, courtyards and fountains. Later, stroll through the Generalife Gardens.

Hop on a boat for an optional day excursion to Morocco. A local guide introduces Tangier. At the Grand Socco, you’ll see where past meets present in this city crossroads, once a busy marketplace occupied by musicians and snake charmers. Pass through the gates of the medina to explore the narrow, twisting roads within the old city walls.

En route to Seville, visit the charming Andalusian town of Ronda.

LEAP Activity | Spanish Civil War

Nationalist? Republican? Argue ideology in a revolutionary role-play that delves into the causes of the Spanish Civil War!

Plaza de España, Old Jewish Quarter (Santa Cruz and San Bartolomé), Casa de Pilatos visit, Seville Cathedral visit, Giralda Tower ascent, Columbus’ gravesite.

Optional add-on.

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.

Continue your adventure in Córdoba with a visit to the rose and blue marbled Mezquita, once second only to Mecca as the most important mosque in Islam. Gaze up at the statue of Jewish philosopher Maimonaides in the flower-accented Jewish quarter.

Accompany a local guide to the sights of Spain's second largest city. Wonder at Gaudí's unfinished Sagrada Família and his Parc Güell. Stroll through the historic Barri Gòtic. Stop by Gaudí's Casa Milà.

Enjoy a morning journey to Montserrat - a holy mountain that is home to the mysterious wish-granting Black Madonna statue.

This afternoon return to Barcelona to explore and enjoy this incredible city.

Board your flight home or extend your travels with a two-night extension to Palma.

Extend your stay | Visit Palma

Opt for two nights in Palma. Board a morning flight to the island of Majorca. City sightseeing with a local guide brings you to the Old Town, Gothic Cathedral, and Bellver Castle. The next day, you are free to relax on one of the gorgeous pristine beaches of Palma.