Spanish Language & Culture School Trip, Madrid & Barcelona, Spain

Spain

7 days

Starting from £1,250

Starting from €1,420

Starting from $1,585

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Our Spanish Language & Culture school/university trip takes students through Madrid and Barcelona with authentic cultural experiences and language lessons. Here’s our Spanish Language & Culture educational tour program at a glance:

Day 2 in Madrid: civil war-themed city tour, Spanish lesson, Teatro Español
Day 3: bullring, flamenco class
Day 4: El Escorial, Valle de los Caídos, Reina Sofía
Day 5 in Barcelona: Spanish lesson, city walking tour, Park Güell, Sagrada Familia, Pedrera night light show
Day 6: Catalan separatist movement talk, Spanish lesson, Spanish presentation

Like what you see? Discover all the language development and immersive cultural experiences Spain has to offer in our detailed itinerary below! But remember, all our school trips are completely customisable.

*Prices based on groups of 20 students and 2 free teachers.

What's included?

✓ Local tour guide in each city
✓ All accommodation costs
✓ Full board meals for the entire trip
✓ All transportation costs, including airport pick-up and drop-off
✓ All activities listed in the itinerary

✓ 1 free teacher per 10 paying students
✓ 24-hour emergency contact support during the trip
✓ Detailed pre-departure summary & briefing
✓ Full financial failure protection
✓ Public liability insurance
✓ Our trips are fully risk-assessed

Itinerary

Day 1: You’re Off

Afternoon

Touch down at Madrid airport and hop on public transport to the hotel. On the way, your Learning Adventure guide will get you up to speed with Madrid life, as well as trip rules and safety guidelines.

Evening

After settling in, enjoy a group welcome dinner and trip briefing near the hotel.

Day 2: Getting into the Rhythm

Morning

Get ready to soak up some history on your first full day in Spain. Embark on a civil war-themed city tour taking you around the capital’s must-sees: the Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Plaza de los Cibeles and many more.

Afternoon

Once you’ve been inspired by Madrid’s sights, get engaged with the first Spanish lesson of the trip.

Evening

Test your Spanish listening skills as you watch a play at Teatro Español.

Day 3: Flamenco Dancing

Morning

Start the day bright and early with a visit to a bullring to learn more about Spain’s bullfighting tradition – but don’t worry, you won’t be watching a bullfight!

Afternoon

Immerse yourself in a flamenco class, where you’ll have the chance to learn about the history of this famous dancing style.

Evening

Once you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy some traditional Spanish tapas for dinner.

Day 4: Brush up on Spain’s Royalty

Morning/Afternoon

Take a day trip to El Escorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with an incredibly rich history. It was the residence of the King of Spain and was both a monastery and a palace. Marvel at the impressive architecture and interior design, before taking a tour of the nearby Valle de los Caídos (Valley of the Fallen), where Franco was buried. Learn about the controversy surrounding Franco, the dictator that ruled Spain from 1939 to 1975.

Evening

After dinner, go to the Reina Sofía to stand before Picasso’s most famous painting, Guernica. It was a big political statement, named after the town that the Nazis bombed during the Spanish Civil War.

Day 5: Gaudí’s Genius

Morning

Time to hit Barcelona! Take a minute to admire the indoor forest in Madrid’s Atocha station before heading on and checking into your new accommodation.

Afternoon

Once you’ve settled in, take a second Spanish lesson in the afternoon, followed by a short walking tour of the city. Marvel at the modernist architecture. Admire Gaudí’s iconic chameleon in Park Güell as well as the huge Sagrada Familia, an unfinished Roman Catholic church, a unique vision masterminded by Antoni Gaudí. Originally, another architect was in charge, but when Gaudí took over, he changed the project and would even modify things after construction to completely match his vision.

Evening

Debate over which of Gaudí’s works are most impressive as you visit Pedrera. Take an evening to appreciate the modernist structure whilst watching a night light show.

Day 6: Check the Political Climate

Morning

Hear from a journalist or CUP member on the Catalan separatist movement. The movement fights for the independence of Catalonia from Spain – encourage your students to listen up and ask questions. It’s their chance to get a real feel for the political climate.

Afternoon

Put your Spanish speaking skills to the test. After one final afternoon lesson, give a presentation (in Spanish) about your experiences on the trip.

Evening

It’s your last night, so treat yourself to a traditional dish of Barcelona. You can’t go wrong with a seafood paella!

Day 7: Home Time

Take your transfer to the airport, and spend the flight reflecting on your magical week. It might be home time, but it’s not over. Spain’s vibrant language and rich culture will follow you back to the classroom…and beyond!