Spain’s Premier Cities

Students will experience the diverse culture on this Spain trip with visits to its three largest cities, beginning in the capital city of Madrid; continuing to Valencia, the home of paella; and ending their journey in the enchanting capital of Catalonia – Barcelona. An excursion to Toledo, with its daunting medieval walls, offers insights into three major cultures – Christians, Jews, and Arabs. In addition to visiting the iconic sites and major museums of each of the cities, students will participate in a bullfighting workshop, tour a soccer club, and enjoy a Flamenco show. Highlights of the visit to Spain’s premier cities include the Palacio Real; the World Heritage site of Toledo; the Oceanographic, Europe’s largest aquarium; and the Basilica of La Sagrada Familia, Gaudi’s most famous and incomplete work.

Day 1

Arrive in Madrid
Attend the LaVantas Tour- Bullfighting workshop
Visit the Prado Museum
Free time exploring Madrid
Dinner
Check-in to hotel

Day 2

Breakfast
Guided Tour of Madrid- Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de España, Calle Mayor, Gran Vía, Cibeles Fountain, Alcala Gate
Visit the Royal Palace
Tour the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium (Real Madrid Soccer Club)
Flamenco Show and Dinner

Day 3

Breakfast
Travel to Toledo via high speed train
Guided tour of Toledo- Gothic Cathedral, Medieval Synagogue, Church of Santo Tome, St. Mary’s Synagogue, Toledo Cathedral
Visit Museum of Santa Cruz
Return to Madrid via high speed train
Dinner

Day 4

Breakfast
Travel to Valencia via high speed train
Guided tour of Valencia- Plaza Del Mercado, La Catedral, Plaza De La Virgen, Torres De Serranos, Iglesia De San Juan Del Hospital, The Silk Exchange
Visit the Palace of Arts
Dinner

Day 5

Breakfast
Visit the City of Arts and Sciences Complex
Visit the Oceanographic (aquarium)
Free time exploring Central Market and Valencia
Dinner

Day 6

Breakfast
Visit the Bioparc Valencia
Travel to Barcelona via high speed train
Dinner in Barcelona
Arrive hotel

Day 7

Breakfast
Guided tour of Barcelona- The Gothic quarter, Montjuïc Hill, Gaudí-designed houses, Mercat de la Boquería, Las Ramblas, Columbus Monument, Magic Fountain
Visit Basilica of the Sagrada Familia
Dinner