Online published student fees are based on a February 14, 2025 enrollment date. Fees are subject to change; contact Interact to receive your group's confirmation checklist which includes your group's student fee.
Student fee is based on mid-week travel with a minimum, total combined group size of 20 for programs operating in SPAIN. A small group supplement may apply if fewer. Travel during Holy Week or other prime holidays may be excluded.
DAY ONE - Flight To Spain
Most international flights include meal and beverage service.
DAY TWO - Madrid Arrival/Alcala Homestay
Arrival at Madrid Airport. Greeting by your courier. Motorcoach & walking tour of Madrid with the local guide. Drive to Alcala de Henares, a Madrid suburb. Meet your host families. Lunch with the host family. A member of the family accompanies the students until the meeting point to show them the way from the host family house. Two or three students stay with each host family. Guided visit of the University. Visit Casa Cervantes.
YOUR MIDDLE CLASS HOST FAMILIES are selected and monitored by the respective resident city director of Linguatur Internacional, widely regarded as the most respected homestay organization in Spain today. Additionally, a resident courier works directly with each Organizing Teacher and their participants during each homestay, thus ensuring a well coordinated, memorable experience. Host families frequently work and homes may not be accessible during the day. Touring is planned accordingly. Spanish is spoken in the homes.
DAY THREE - Toledo
Full-day excursion to the ancient capital of Toledo. Visit the 12th century Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue, the Church of Santo Tome, and the treasures of the Gothic cathedral. Later, visit a sword factory-damascene workshop and learn the intricacies of this Muslim craft. Opt for a zipline experience across the Tuaro River before returning to Alcala.
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DAY FOUR - Madrid
Full day excursion to Madrid. Visit the Prado Museum and El Retiro Park. This afternoon it's time for Interact's Guided Adventures or enjoy shopping along Gran Via and exploring the Puerta del Sol.
DAY FIVE -El Escorial Monastery
Today's morning excursion included a visit to El Escorial, the imposing monastery palace built by Philip II. Return to Alcala de Henares for your Tapas Tasting Cultural Rally.
DAY SIX - Windmills/Granada
Farewell to your homestay family. Drive to Granada along the Don Quixote route. Visit Consuegra, and the famous Don Quixote Windmills. Continue to Puerto Lapices, home to Don Quixote de la Mancha, and La Venta del Quixote. Then it's on to Granada, the favorite city of the Moorish kings.
DAY SEVEN - Granada Tour/Costa del Sol
Visit Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens. Continue to your host hotel along the famous Costa del Sol beaches.
DAY EIGHT - Gibraltar (passport required today)
Enjoy a full day excursion to Gibraltar. Follow the public footpath for panoramic views from the top of the Rock. Later, visit St Michael's Cave, and the Great Siege Tunnels. Look out for the monkeys! Brouse for bargains in this unique and diverse tax free shopping zone or opt for a beach stop in Marbella, time permitting.
DAY NINE - Costa del Sol
Explore, relax on the beaches, or select a popular optional tour such as a full-day excursion to Tangiers ($185 add on; passport required) or a half-day visit to Mijas & Puerto Banus ($55 add on).
DAY TEN - Sevilla
Drive to Sevilla, Andalucia's capital and birthplace of flamenco music. Morning motorcoach tour: Maria Luisa Park, Torre de Oro, Santa Cruz Quarters, Cathedral- La Giralda, and the Moorish Alcazar. Climb to the top of Las Setas de Sevilla for its panoramic views. Evening add on: Flamenco Show ($55)
DAY ELEVEN - Cordoba/Madrid Hotel
En route sightseeing of Cordoba, the Moors "Mecca to the West." Visit its Jewish Quarters, Patios, and La Mezquita before continuing to Madrid.
DAY TWELVE - Madrid Departure
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DEPARTURES
12 days/11 nights |
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NIGHTS
(1 overnight flight)
Alcala de Henares Homestay
Granada
Costa del Sol
Sevilla
Madrid |
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MEALS
Daily continental breakfast and dinner.
Homestay families provide full board.
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