Paris, San Sebastián and Madrid with Heritage High School

Program Dates: June 10 - 19, 2025

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Overnight Flight
Board your overnight flight bound for Paris.

Day 2 - Paris
Arrive at Paris' Charles DeGaulle Airport. After collecting your luggage and clearing customs, you will be met by your local PRogram Director and take a private motor coach with your group to your hotel. Later, get your first impressions of Paris during an orientation walking tour and evening Seine River cruise.

Day 3 - Paris
Enjoy a guided visit of Paris focusing on important Parisian sights such as the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysées and the Opera House. In the afternoon, meet with a local artist for an interactive impressionist art class. This evening, visit the the Eiffel Tower to marvel at the views of the city.

An Artist’s Haven

You’ll have to climb 270 steps to get to the top of the hill in Montmartre to visit Paris’ second most visited site, Sacré Coeur. From here you can also enjoy panoramic sweeping views of the city. including a birds eye view of the Eiffel Tower. Montmartre is a lovely area with fantastic restaurants and cafes, art galleries and museums. Van Gogh, Picasso, Degas, Toulouse-Lautrec are just a few of the great artists who lived or painted in Montmartre.

Day 4 - Paris
Morning visit to the Palace of Versailles. Learn about life in the court of Louis XIV, Le Roi Soleil as you walk around the palace and opulent gardens. Later, explore the local cafes and markets to buy items for your picnic lunch. Tonight, take an interactive French cooking class with a local chef and enjoy your creation for your dinner, then enjoy a stroll around Montmartre and the spectacular Basilica of Sacré-Coeur.

Day 5 - San Sebastián
This morning take the TGV fast speed train from Paris to Bordeaux. After a short visit of Bordeaux, continue across the border to Spain and travel to San Sebastián. This afternoon, take a walking tour of historic San Sebastián and later enjoy some time on Concha Beach. Tonight, enjoy a typical Spanish tapas dinner.

Day 6 - San Sebastián
Take an excursion to the Guggenheim in Bilbao, and views its collection of modern and contemporary art. Later, return to San Sebastián for a free afternoon to enjoy the beach with your friends!

Did You Know?

Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid was named after soccer player, and legendary Real Madrid president, Santiago Bernabéu. Today, he stadium is one of the most famous soccer stadiums in the world!

Day 7 - Madrid
This morning, depart for to Segovia and visit the beautiful Roman aqueduct and the Royal Castle. After a lunch break, continue to Madrid. Take an orientation walking tour through the maze of beautiful narrow streets within the walls of the city. Later, have some free time to explore the many shops, markets and cafes!

Day 8 - Madrid
Today, enjoy a guided tour of the city including a visit to the Prado Museum to see works by artists such as Goya, El Greco and Velázquez. Tonight, take an evening walking tour of old Madrid including the Plaza Mayor, and try the “chocolate con churros” at the famous Chocolatería de San Ginés. 

Day 9 - Madrid
This morning, head to the beautiful Retiro Park where you will row boats in the lake and try the local Horchata drink. After lunch, visit the Santiago Bernabeu stadium - home of Real Madrid Futbol Club! This evening, join your group’s farewell dinner celebration!

Day 10 - Departure Day
Transfer by private motor coach to the Madrid airport for your return flight home.

Join this Program!

Students will join other teens from across the United States, accompanied by experienced, passionate and globally-minded U.S. certified educators. These inspiring leaders guide, nurture and mentor students on their journey to Global Citizenship

 

What’s Included:

  • Roundtrip Airfare

  • Accommodations

  • Teacher Leaders

  • Full Time Local Program Director

  • Transportation to Included Activities

  • Breakfast and Dinner Daily

  • All Attractions and Activities

  • Guided Sightseeing by Local Expert Guides

  • All Tips and Gratuities

  • 24-Hour Support

  • All Taxes and Fees

  • Global Citizen Certificate

  • Pre-Travel Preparation Meetings and Seminars

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