2023 Strath Haven Spain Cultural Journey
| Travel Dates: | June 18, 2023 - June 28, 2023 |
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| Program Tuition: |
$2,990 USD
Airfare not included in program tuition
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| Confirmed Airfare: | $1,257 |
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Spain Cultural Journey South
The smell of paella, the rhythmic tapping of flamenco, the rugged peaks of the Pyrenees, the soft waves of the Mediterranean, the world class museums, the Moorish palaces, the medieval villages, and the people who seem to have more lust and passion for life than anywhere else; this is Spain! Whether you’re hiking along the Camino de Santiago, exploring the colorful streets of Barcelona or sketching in front of a piece at the Prado, this gem of a country is sure to leave you wanting more.
Cultural Journeys
Cultural Journeys allow travelers to gain insights into the heritage, history and modern realities of their destination by offering a broad diversity of experience. We rely on the expertise of our local staff to plan itineraries which not only explore the prominent sites but also make time for the lesser-known local gems and are intentional about regular interaction with local people.
Program Highlights
Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!
Have the adventure of a lifetime with your friends
Tour a family-run olive farm in Seville for a tour and tasting
Learn to make traditional Spanish cuisine during a cooking class
Travel across Andalucia, a region in Southern Spain home to many of the countries greatest cities.
Wander through The Alhambra, a majestic palace and fortress from the 13th century
Attend a flamenco dance performance in Granada
The Itinerary
We do everything possible to run safe, engaging, and immersive programs for our travelers, but given the unpredictable nature of international travel we must remain flexible in our planning. Changes to a schedule are uncommon but if inclement weather pushes us off course or an unexpected opportunity arises which travelers are excited about, we reserve the right to adjust programming in the best interest of the group.
| Day | Location | Description | Lodging |
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| June 18 | USA - Madrid | Today the group will travel from the USA to Madrid, Spain, arriving the following day. | Airplane |
| June 19 | Madrid | We'll arrive in Madrid and settle into the hotel after the long day of travel. Later, we'll hold an orientation meeting to discuss the upcoming trip in details before heading out to explore our neighborhood and have dinner near Plaza Santa Ana. | Sterling Hotel |
| June 20 | Madrid | Today we'll visit the Prado museum, to admire the collections in one of the most impressive art museums in the world. In the afternoon we'll stroll through the Retiro Park, once the king's personal refuge, and enjoy churros con chocolate along the old winding streets. | Sterling Hotel |
| June 21 | Madrid - Toledo | This morning we'll embark on a scavenger hunt around town and practice our language skills in Mercado San Miguel. After lunch, we will leave Madrid and head to the famous 'city of three cultures,' Toledo. We will spend the evening exploring the city. We'll get a chance to enjoy some coffee in the outskirts of the city and see the city’s two most important monuments: the Cathedral and the Alcázar fortress. | Hotel Abacería |
| June 22 | Toledo - Granada | This morning we will discover why Toledo is known as ‘the city of the three cultures’ by visiting the Jewish quarter and the district of the convents with a guided tour of the area. After lunch, we'll hit the road for Granada, taking in the beautiful countryside as we wind through the Castilla-La Mancha and Andalusia regions of Southern Spain. We'll get settled into our hotel tonight upon arrival and rest up ahead of our upcoming adventures. | Macià Monasterio Los Basilios |
| June 23 | Granada | We'll have a guided tour of Alhambra during the day, one of the most photogenic places on the planet. Afterwards, we'll have some free time to wander through the old quarter, possibly visit a traditional Moroccan tea house, and attend a flamenco performance in a cave above town this evening. | Macià Monasterio Los Basilios |
| June 24 | Granada - Ronda | Travel to Ronda, in the heart of Andalucia, and visit the precipitous ravine before enjoying a bike tour around the outskirts of this ancient city to Setenil de las Bodegas, a spectacular pueblo blanco partially built into a cliff-face. In the evening we'll have dinner with some local Spanish students where we can take turns speaking in Spanish and English. ¿Que guay, no? | Hotel Maestranza |
| June 25 | Ronda- Sevilla | Morning departure to Sevilla, stopping on the way at an olive farm where some of the finest organic olive oil in the world is produced. We'll arrive in the afternoon to Sevilla and have a dinner of delicious tapas. | Inturjoven |
| June 26 | Sevilla | This morning we'll explore the city, including the impressive cathedral where Christopher Columbus is buried. After a lunch of tapas we'll go up to the "Setas de Sevilla" to take in the impressive views. In the evening we'll prepare our own authentic Spanish dinner in a cooking class! | Inturjoven |
| June 27 | Sevilla - Madrid | After breakfast we'll head back to Madrid. we'll spend the day exploring Spain's metropolitan capital by foot. Depending on what students are interested in, we may visit the Royal Palace, the Temple of Debod and the West Park or visit the famous Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia. We'll have our last traditional Spanish meal tonight to cap off an excellent program! | Cats Hostel |
| June 28 | Madrid - USA | Today we will head to the airport to catch our international flight home. ¡Hasta luego! | Your own bed, eventually! |
Accommodations
In order to provide a safe and memorable experience, we follow strict guidelines when choosing program accommodations. Walking Tree partners with locally-operated, three-star equivalent hotels and guest houses which are centrally located, clean and safe.
Cats Hostel
Cats Madrid Sol is located in central Madrid, just 492 feet from the lively Santa Ana Square. The dormitories at Cats Madrid Sol are set around a beautiful courtyard with an 18th-century Moorish-style fountain. Each one includes wooden floors and individual lockers. This property serves a daily breakfast in the coffee room and has vending machines for snacks and pastries. A fridge and a microwave are available for all guests. There is a laundry room with coin-operated machines, as well as an iron. The bar features computers which you can use for free.
Hotel Abacería
The Hotel Abacería, is located in an orchard in the residential area, “Los Cigarrales”, in Toledo, and is surrounded by nature and views of the historic quarter. Its location allows guests to get to the monumental zone in the center of Toledo, World Heritage Site, in just 20 minutes on foot. This charming and modern Hotel Abacería offers a variety of services, such as equipped rooms, a restaurant, outdoor pool in the summer, parking, garage, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a function room for meetings. Students will be grouped in their rooms according to gender and availability.
Monasterio Basilio
Monasterio Basilio is located in the center of Granada and provides an ideal location from which to explore the city. This cozy hotel can accommodate up to four students per room with ensuite bathrooms and the quirky aesthetic that defines this hotel makes for a memorable stay.
Hotel Maestranza
This charming hotel is located in the historical and retail heart of the Ronda, facing the oldest bullring in the world, where bullfighting was born. The spacious hotel offers 70 rooms. During your stay, you can benefit from parking facilities, elegant lounges, an excellent restaurant and a coffee shop. During July and August, guest have free access to an outdoor pool located 5 minutes’ drive from the hotel. The air-conditioned rooms feature wooden floors, a flat-screen TV and a kettle. The private bathroom includes a bath or a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries.
Albergue Inturjoven Sevilla
Albergue Inturjoven Sevilla is located on the Reina Mercedes University Campus in Sevilla, a 10 minute walk from María Luisa Park. It offers simple, air conditioned rooms and a central patio. The staff at the hostel’s 24-hour front desk can provide information about what to see and do in Seville and the surrounding area. A buffet breakfast is served every day in the Inturjoven Sevilla’s bright breakfast room. It also offers vending machines, and there are places to eat and drink nearby.
Safety and Support
EASY FUNDRAISING & PAYMENT
24/7 GLOBAL EMERGENCY LINE
HIGHLY VETTED PARTNERS
EXPERT LEADERSHIP
PRIVATE GROUP GUARANTEE
COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM SUPPORT
DEDICATION TO CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT
ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING
This was our daughter’s 2nd trip with Walking Tree. In 2016, she took her school’s first trip with Walking Tree to Ecuador, and absolutely loved it. Once again, the Walking Tree representative was excellent. My daughter said Ben really made the trip, and worked hard to keep the group happy. Other positives: communication before the trip, website outline, daily blogs and trip photos. Very professional organization. We feel very secure sending our student out into the world with Walking Tree.
Andrea
Parent of Olivia, traveler on California Cultural Journey
Your Adventure Includes
Estimated Airfare
In order to give our travelers the best possible price, we break out airfare from the Program Tuition. We will still handle all booking and ticketing via our flight partner who has access to special fares not available to the general public. Once confirmed, you will be invoiced for the flight roughly 75 days prior to travel.
Program Tuition Excludes: Travel insurance, baggage fees, passport/visa fees, laundry, souvenirs, and activities not listed on itinerary.
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