2026 Boulder Spain and Morocco Explorers Program
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June 1, 2026 -
June 12, 2026
Dates tentative until flights confirmed
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| Program Tuition: |
$4,290 USD
Airfare not included in program tuition
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| Estimated Airfare: | $1,250 |
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Spain and Morocco Cultural Journey
Spain and Morocco are linked by millennia of history. Religion, language, and cultures have overlapped for generations, making a visit between the neighboring countries endlessly fascinating. We’ll travel through southern Spain and across the Strait of Gibraltar and into North Africa. Whether navigating a busy bazaar, winding your way through Alhombra in Granada or enjoying a cafe con chocolate in Madrid, this combination of destinations is sure to leave you enchanted!
Program Highlights
Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!
Visit the most renowned museums in Spain
Visit the Hassan II Mosque, the largest in Morocco
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
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 | Description | Lodging |
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| June 1 | USA - Spain | Today we depart the USA on an overnight flight to Spain. | Airplane |
| June 2 | Sevilla | We will arrive in Sevilla by mid-afternoon and settle into our hotel. Later, we’ll take a walk through the historic center, exploring the streets once shaped by Islamic rule during the era of Al-Andalus. We’ll visit the Cathedral of Sevilla, originally the site of the city's Great Mosque, where the famous Giralda tower still stands as a striking example of Islamic architectural legacy. In the evening, we’ll enjoy our first Spanish dinner and gather for an orientation session to discuss our goals and focus for the journey. | Sevilla Hotel |
| June 3 | Sevilla - Cordoba - Granada | After breakfast, we’ll drive to Córdoba, once a flourishing center of Islamic scholarship and power. Our visit to the Mezquita-Catedral de Córdoba will reveal layers of religious history, showcasing a remarkable Islamic prayer hall transformed into a Catholic cathedral—one of the most iconic symbols of religious coexistence and conflict. After lunch, we’ll continue to Granada, where Islamic rule endured until 1492. We’ll arrive in the late afternoon and enjoy a dinner of local tapas in the heart of this atmospheric city. | Granada Hotel |
| June 4 | Granada | Today we’ll explore Alhambra, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most breathtaking examples of Islamic architecture in the world. This palace-fortress complex was the last stronghold of the Nasrid Dynasty and symbolizes the artistic and scientific zenith of Muslim Spain. After our guided tour, we’ll have time to wander through the old Moorish quarter of Albaicín, where narrow lanes and courtyards preserve the feel of Al-Andalus. In the evening, we’ll attend a flamenco performance in a hillside cave—a cultural expression deeply influenced by the legacy of Moorish music and rhythm. Overnight in Granada. | Granada Hotel |
| June 5 | Granada - Malaga | This morning we're off to Malaga, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities of the world and the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. After settling in to our hotel, we'll explore the city center, visiting the Picasso Museum, the Roman Theater, and the grounds of the Alcazaba. In the afternoon we'll have some time to relax on the beach and enjoy the famous Costa del Sol before getting ready for our final Spanish dinner! | Malaga Hotel |
| June 6 | Malaga - Fes | After breakfast, we’ll travel to Málaga airport and board our flight to Fes, often called the spiritual and intellectual capital of Morocco. In the evening, we’ll take a guided walking tour through the Fes el-Bali medina, one of the best-preserved medieval Islamic cities in the world. As we explore its winding alleys, mosques, and bustling souks, we’ll begin to understand the city’s historical role in the Islamic Golden Age. Dinner will be served at a rooftop restaurant with sweeping views over the city’s minarets and skyline. We’ll stay overnight in a traditional riad. | Fes Riad |
| June 7 | Fes | We will spend the day immersed in the Islamic heritage of Fes, which has served as a center of religious scholarship for over a millennium. Our guided tour will include visits to ancient medrasas such as Bou Inania and Al-Attarine, as well as Al-Qarawiyyin University, considered the oldest continuously operating degree-granting university in the world, founded by a Muslim woman, Fatima al-Fihri. After lunch inside the medina, we’ll visit the Chouara tanneries, where traditional leather-making methods have remained unchanged since medieval times. Later, we’ll explore a pottery village to witness artisans creating traditional zellij tilework, a quintessential Islamic art form. Dinner will be enjoyed in a charming local restaurant. | Fes Riad |
| June 8 | Middle Atlas Mountains | Today we’ll journey into the Middle Atlas Mountains, where we’ll experience the spiritual and cultural life of Morocco’s Berber communities, many of whom embraced Islam over a thousand years ago. Our scenic hike will take us through tranquil landscapes dotted with cedar forests and mountain villages. We’ll share a homemade lunch with local Berber families and gain insight into their Islamic and Berber traditions and hospitality. In the afternoon, we’ll return to Fes to relax. | Fes Riad |
| June 9 | Meknes | We’ll head west to the imperial city of Meknes, developed under the rule of Sultan Moulay Ismail, a powerful leader of the Islamic Alaouite dynasty. We’ll visit his mausoleum and one of the city’s historic medrasas, exploring how Islamic architecture and urban design shaped Meknes' identity. After lunch, we’ll visit Volubilis, an ancient Roman site that pre-dates Islam but later became part of the early Islamic empire after the Arab conquests of North Africa. We'll walk among its remarkably preserved mosaics and ruins while discussing the cultural transitions from paganism to Islam in the region. In the evening, we’ll return to Fes for dinner. | Fes Riad |
| June 10 | Fes - Rabat - Casablanca | We’ll depart Fes and journey toward the Atlantic coast. Our first stop will be Rabat, Morocco’s modern capital, where Islamic governance continues to shape daily life. We’ll visit Hassan Tower, an unfinished minaret intended to be the largest in the Islamic world, and explore the Chellah necropolis, once a Roman city and later transformed into a sacred Islamic burial site. We’ll also view the exterior of the Royal Palace, a modern seat of Morocco’s Islamic monarchy. After lunch, we’ll continue to Casablanca, where we’ll check into our hotel and rest for the night. | Casablanca Hotel |
| June 11 | Casablanca - USA | On our final day, we’ll visit the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest and most awe-inspiring mosques in the world. Built partly over the ocean, it stands as a symbol of modern Islamic identity and Moroccan craftsmanship. After a light lunch and some final reflections, we’ll transfer to the airport for our return flight, carrying with us a deeper understanding of the shared Islamic heritage of southern Spain and Morocco—and the enduring cultural connections between the two. | Your own bed, eventually |
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 Sevilla
TOC Sevilla is situated in an exclusive modern building at the heart of the city and is surrounded by the main places of tourist interest. This is a modern and hi-tech hotel, includes security technology with fingerprint room access control system, 24/7 Reception, safes for your personal belongings and other features, such as free Wi-Fi, kitchen, main living room, and a playroom.
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.
Riad Salam Fes
Hôtel Club Val d’Anfa Casablanca Ocean View
Hôtel Club Val d’Anfa Casablanca Ocean view is situated 50 m from the beach in Casablanca. Guest rooms at the Club Val are equipped with a TV, a marble bathroom and have a balcony. They look out over the ocean or the garden. It offers free Wi-Fi and is set in peaceful gardens with a swimming pool and ocean views.
Safety and Support
EASY FUNDING & PAYMENT
24/7 GLOBAL EMERGENCY LINE
HIGHLY VETTED PARTNERS
EXPERT LEADERSHIP
PRIVATE GROUP GUARANTEE
COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM SUPPORT
DEDICATION TO CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT
ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING
My daughter’s experience in Morocco was extraordinary!! I really enjoyed seeing the pictures and hearing the stories about her adventures, but what brought me the most joy was the relationships she formed with the chaperones from her school and with Stafford and Said (Walking Tree’s Moroccan Country Directors and Program Leaders). She spoke of their characters and spirits which let me know these wonderful people went over and beyond the basics of the program. I am forever grateful for the love and care all four of you gave to her.
Beddar
Parent of Jadah, traveler to Morocco
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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