From royal palaces to coastal views, Moorish castles to medieval streets—experience Spain’s most iconic regions on this unforgettable educational journey.
Board your overnight flight to Madrid, Spain’s vibrant capital.
Meet your travel liaison and transfer to hotel
Light walking tour: Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and Royal Palace (exterior)
Group welcome dinner
Overnight in Madrid
Guided tour of the Prado Museum
Walk through Retiro Park, see the Crystal Palace
Optional: visit Reina Sofía Museum or Royal Palace interior
Group dinner or tapas night
Overnight in Madrid
Guided tour of Toledo:
• Toledo Cathedral
• Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca
• Mosque of Cristo de la Luz
Return to Madrid for dinner
Overnight in Madrid
Take the high-speed AVE train to Seville (~2.5 hrs)
Walking tour: Barrio Santa Cruz, Plaza de España, Cathedral exterior
Optional Flamenco show in the evening
Overnight in Seville
Guided visit to the Royal Alcázar of Seville
Optional visit to Giralda Tower and Seville Cathedral (interior)
Afternoon free for souvenirs or riverfront relaxing
Overnight in Seville
Drive to Costa del Sol (~2.5–3 hrs)
Afternoon beach time or visit Málaga Old Town
Visit Picasso Museum or Gibralfaro Castle
Overnight in Málaga
Excursion to Ronda – dramatic cliffside town with incredible views (~1.5 hrs)
Visit Nerja Caves – natural wonders on the Mediterranean coast
Overnight in Costa del Sol
Travel to Granada (~2 hrs)
Explore the Albaicín, stroll cobbled streets, and enjoy sunset at Mirador San Nicolás
Optional Arab bath experience or tea in a traditional tetería
Overnight in Granada
Guided tour of the Alhambra & Generalife Gardens
Afternoon free for shopping, relaxing, or visiting the Royal Chapel
Farewell Andalusia dinner with group reflections
Overnight in Granada
Depart Granada and travel by high-speed train or coach to Madrid (~3.5–4 hrs)
Light free time for last-minute shopping or relaxing at Plaza de Oriente or El Rastro
Final dinner near Plaza Mayor or in Lavapiés
Overnight in Madrid
Transfer to Madrid-Barajas International Airport for your flight back to the U.S.
Board for 10 nights (no lunches included)
Accommodation in hotels
Breakfasts at the hostels
Dinner at local restaurants
All activities and visits to neighborhoods as outlined in the program
Local public transportation
The presence of a guide throughout the trip
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