2024 Galloway Spain Program
| Travel Dates: | February 23, 2024 - February 28, 2024 |
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| Program Tuition: | $1,490 USD |
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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.
Program Highlights
Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!
Have the adventure of a lifetime with your friends
Learn to make traditional Spanish cuisine during a cooking class
Practice your Spanish language skills with locals
Travel across Andalucia, a region in Southern Spain home to many of the country's greatest sites and 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 abide by itineraries as originally planned, but decades of experience teaches that we must be flexible in our planning. Changes to a trip’s schedule are uncommon, but Walking Tree reserves the right to make adjustments to programming in the best interest of the group.
| Day | Location | Activity | Lodging |
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| February 23 | Salamanca - Granada | Today the group will travel from Salamanca to Granada. But first we will stop by Ciudad Real. We will enjoy a delicious lunch. Afterworks, we'll hit the road to Granada, driving through beautiful countryside scenery as we weave through Andalucia. We'll settle into our hotel tonight and rest up ahead of our upcoming adventure. | Hotel Abades Nevada Palace or similar |
| February 24 | Granada | After breakfast, we embark on a guided tour of the Alhambra during the day, a stunning fortress and palace complex dating from the 13th century. It's unforgettable! Following this, we will have some free time to explore the old quarter. In the evening, we will enjoy a flamenco performance in a cave above the town. | Hotel Abades Nevada Palace or similar |
| February 25 | Granada - Córdoba | The adventures continue as we make our way to Córdoba, once the capital of the Moorish empire. The highlight today will be a visit to the Grand Mosque, another astounding work of architecture. It's soaring ceilings and artistic charm are ingredients for an unforgettable visit. This evening we'll enjoy a delicious dinner of local cuisine. | Sercotel Córdoba or similar |
| February 26 | Córdoba - Madrid | After breakfast we head back to Madrid. we'll spend the day exploring Spain's metropolitan capital by foot with our local guide. 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. In the evening we'll prepare our own authentic Spanish dinner during a cooking class! | TOC Hotel or similar |
| February 27 | Madrid | Today we'll visit the Prado museum and admire the collections of one of the best 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. Then we pay homage at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, one of the most famous soccer stadiums in the world. | TOC Hotel or similar |
| February 28 | Madrid - Home | Transfer to airport and fly home. | Your own bed! |
Accommodations
In order to provide a safe and memorable experience, we follow strict guidelines when choosing group accommodations. Walking Tree partners with hotels and guest houses which are centrally located, locally operated, clean and safe. We inspect each partner hotel to ensure they meet these standards.
TOC Hotel Madrid
TOC is a spacious and hip hotel located in the heart of Madrid, just minutes away from the metro and major tourist attractions. This is a modern and hi-tech hotel with a friendly staff and a great breakfast! Travelers will have their own beds, distributed between double, triple and quadruple rooms.
Hotel Atenas
The hotel is located in the heart of Granada in one of the main streets in the city, Gran Via de Colon, a five minute walk to the Cathedral. All travelers will have their own beds, distributed between double, triple and quadruple rooms.
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Great experience for our son. He would jump at the chance to do it again.
Daniel
Parent of Raymond, traveler on Peru Service Adventure
Your Adventure Includes
Program Tuition Excludes: Travel insurance, baggage fees, passport/visa fees, laundry, souvenirs, and activities not listed on the itinerary.
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