Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Overnight Flight

Board your overnight flight bound for Madrid, Spain, as you embark on an exciting journey.

Day 2 – Welcome to Madrid

Arrive in Madrid and meet your local Program Director. Transfer to your centrally located hotel and take some time to settle in. Later, begin exploring the city with an orientation walking tour, getting your first glimpse of Madrid’s vibrant culture. In the evening, enjoy your first dinner in Spain.

Day 3 – Madrid Highlights & Cooking Class

Spend the day on a guided tour of Madrid, exploring major landmarks such as the Royal Palace, Plaza de España, and Paseo de la Castellana. In the afternoon, visit the Prado Museum to view masterpieces by artists like Goya, El Greco, and Velázquez. In the evening, participate in an interactive cooking class to learn how to prepare traditional Spanish dishes, which you’ll enjoy for dinner.

Day 4 – Market Visit, Retiro Park, & Tapas Night

Start the day by visiting a local market to gather fresh ingredients for a picnic lunch. Head to the beautiful Retiro Park, where you can row boats on the lake and enjoy your picnic while sampling the local horchata drink. This evening, enjoy a tapas dinner, followed by a visit to the famous Chocolatería de San Ginés for delicious chocolate con churros.

Day 5 – Day Trip to Toledo

Take a day trip to the historic city of Toledo, the former capital of Spain. A local guide will introduce you to the city’s highlights, including the Gothic cathedral, the Santa Maria la Blanca synagogue, and the Santo Tomé chapel, home to El Greco’s famous painting, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. Return to Madrid in the evening for dinner.

Day 6 – Travel to Seville & Flamenco Experience

This morning, board the high-speed AVE train to Seville, the capital of Andalusia. After an orientation walking tour of the city, you’ll take part in an exciting flamenco dance class. In the evening, enjoy a traditional flamenco show followed by dinner.

Day 7 – Seville Sightseeing & Kayaking

Spend the morning on a guided sightseeing tour of Seville, visiting iconic landmarks like Plaza de España, the Seville Cathedral, and the Royal Palace. Climb La Giralda, the cathedral’s bell tower, for panoramic views of the city. In the afternoon, enjoy a kayaking adventure on the scenic River Guadalquivir.

Day 8 – Return to Madrid & Farewell Dinner

This morning, take the high-speed train back to Madrid. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to shop for last-minute souvenirs or explore more of the city at your leisure. In the evening, join your group for a farewell dinner, followed by a nighttime walk to see some of Madrid’s most famous landmarks illuminated.

Day 9 – Departure Day

Transfer to the Madrid airport by private motor coach for your return flight home, bringing unforgettable memories of Spain with you.