Spain: Sustainable Communities & Mediterranean Culture
Spain Summer Travel Program
Our Spain Summer Travel Program takes you on the journey of a lifetime. Teens engage in cultural and language immersion by interacting with locals and help the community by participating in community service projects.
Trip Details
Departures and Availability
Session 1
June 28, 2026 July 14, 2026 OpenSession 2
July 18, 2026 August 3, 2026 OpenFocus
Human Rights & Social Justice, Spanish Immersion, Wildlife & Environmental Sustainability
Grades
Entering 9th – Graduating 12th
Average Group Size
18 Students, 3 Staff
Days
17
Service Hours
20-30 Hours
Tuition
$6,295
Daily Activities at a Glance
Discover the exciting adventures and impactful moments awaiting each day on this itinerary!
- Group flight lands in Madrid
- Team-building activities and orientation at Retiro Park
- Picnic lunch and city exploration
- Travel to Rascafría in Sierra de Guadarrama
- Lozoya River hike
- Ecological workshops with local artisans and knowledge-keepers
- Astronomy session under the stars
- Kayaking excursion – cool off and enjoy the sweeping views
- Visit picturesque Arab-origin village with ancient walls
- High-speed train to Barcelona
- Explore Park Güell and Gothic Quarter
- Scavenger hunt at Boqueria market
- Beach cleanup at Barceloneta Beach with a local org – tune into local environmental advocacy initiatives!
- Relax on the beach before heading to Andalusia
- Stay in Dílar village eco-lodge
- Service projects: maintaining river paths, community gardening, local community improvement projects with a women’s cooperative
- Spanish lessons with a local instructor specialized in immersive techniques
- Flamenco dance and theatre arts with locals
- Visit the Alhambra and Albayzín
- Lunch with a local family
- Farewell dinner with the community
- Paella-making workshop and city exploration
- Visit local museums
- Meet social workers to discuss the migration crisis
- Explore Nerja Caves and swim along the coast
- Guided visit through the Reina Sofía Modern Art Museum
- Stroll through Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace
- Final reflection and celebratory dinner
- Departure for home
Spain Spanish Immersion Highlights
Explore the Heart of Spain
Our Spanish immersion program will kick off in Madrid, with team-building at Retiro Park and explore iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, all while soaking in the city’s rich history.
Nature, Kayaking & Stars
Our Summer travel program takes teens through rural Spain with scenic hikes, kayaking in a picturesque reservoir, and a night of stargazing. Immerse in nature, and appreciate the countryside amid your urban adventures.
Culture, Beach & Gaudi
Discover the architectural wonders of Barcelona, including Park Güell and La Sagrada Familia. Help with a beach cleanup before relaxing along the Mediterranean coast.
Flamenco, History & Giving Back
Immerse yourself in the culture of Granada with flamenco dance lessons and meaningful community service projects in nearby Dilar. Explore the magical Alhambra.
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Spain Spanish Immersion Accommodations
Madrid
Our guesthouse is just off of the bustling square, Puerta del Sol and a few blocks walk to the majestic Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace. The historic 19th-century building was a favorite haunt of Ernest Hemingway and the location of the first cinema projection in Spain before it became the simple but comfortable guesthouse that it is today. All rooms have private bathrooms.
Rascafría
We begin our program in a quaint rural stonemade youth hostel in Rascafría, north of Madrid. Surrounded by the Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range, this is the perfect launch pad for orientation activities, hiking, and experiencing the Spanish rural side. Participants stay in dorm rooms with private baths.
Barcelona
Our comfortable Barcelona hotel sits in a central location, by Las Ramblas, near multiple local landmarks that are within walking distance. Rooms typically hold 2-4 students and have private bathrooms.
Granada
Our accommodations are at a locally owned and operated ecolodge in Dílar, just outside of Granada. Accompanied by the constant sound of the river Dílar, the airy lodge welcomes the arrival of young people who want to get to know, enjoy this environment, and learn to respect the environment. Accommodations consist of dorm-style lodging with private bathrooms and cozy common areas indoors and outdoors. Nutritious meals are also provided in the dining.
Málaga
Our centrally located hotel is within walking distance of most major historical sites, including the Alcazaba, and the Roman theatre. Rooms are for two to four students with private bathrooms.
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Through our service trips for students, we cultivate unique adventures and inspiring experiences that will stick with our travelers long after the summer is over.
