Day 1
Depart USA for Madrid, Spain
Itinerary
Day 2
Morning
Arrive in Madrid. Walking tour of the city centre, taking in the fascinating history of Madrid from the Moors to the Habsburg Empire up to the modern day.
Afternoon
Free time get lunch. Check into accommodation and relax.
Evening
Orientation session and overview of the itinerary.
Group dinner.
Day 3
Morning
Guided visit of Teatro Español, discussing the significance of theatre in Spanish culture.
Free time for lunch.
Afternoon
Attend a show by the Madrid Players, an amateur English‑language theatre group, founded in 1965.
Subject to availability and may be interchanged for a similar experience.
Evening
Free for dinner and to explore Madrid.
Day 4
Morning
Lecture: “The Impact of the Franco Dictatorship on Spanish Theatre and Regional Traditions.”
Afternoon
Guided visit of Teatro Real, the top opera house in Spain. It is also one of the most renowned centers of performing arts in Europe. The origins of this opera house date back to 1738.
Evening
Free for dinner. Prepare for transfer day tomorrow.
Day 5
Morning
Train to Seville (approx. 2.5 hours). Guided walking tour of the city centre, taking in sites such as the cathedral, Alcázar and Santa Cruz neighbourhoods.
Afternoon
Check into accommodation. Free time for lunch and to unpack. Guided walking tour of the famous Triana neighborhood, renowned as the birthplace of Flamenco. The tour will focus on the musical and cultural heritage of the area.
Evening
Group dinner.
Day 6
Morning
Visit the Flamenco Dance Museum and a lecture on the regional styles of flamenco.
Afternoon
Participate in a dance workshop focusing on different flamenco styles from various regions.
Evening
Free for dinner. Suggested activity: attend a flamenco performance.
Day 7
Morning
Visit a local community center to learn about traditional Andalusian music and dance.
Afternoon
Time to visit the Cathedral and Real Alcázar, which are both registered as UN World Heritage Sites.
Evening
Dinner with group. Prepare for transfer to Granada tomorrow.
Day 8
Morning
Travel to Granada (approx. 3 hours by bus).
Afternoon
Check into accommodation and free time for lunch.
Evening
Attend a performance in the historic Albayzín district, focusing on the interplay of Arabic and Spanish musical traditions.
Day 9
Morning
Guided tour of the Alhambra, emphasizing its historical significance and influence on music and arts.
Afternoon
Workshop on the history of Moorish music and its influence on Flamenco.
Evening
Free evening to explore Granada’s music scene.
Day 10
Morning
Travel back to Madrid (approx. 3.5 hours by train).
Afternoon
Visit to a local music school, focusing on Spanish classical music and its evolution.
Evening
Farewell dinner and final reflections on the journey’s impact on understanding Spanish culture.
Day 11
Check out and depart for the airport.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- Cultural Knowledges
- Spanish Music
- Improve creativity
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Discovering Spanish Art
Support for Faculty
Support for Faculty
At The Learning Abroad Co., we collaborate with faculty to design custom programs that align with their academic vision. We provide comprehensive support in curriculum development, logistics and resources for promoting and recruiting students for these unique global learning experiences.
- Online faculty-led program website for consultation by faculty and students pre- and during the trip
- Expertise from the local team who developed the program proposal
- Collaborative planning for a unique and customized program
- Feedback forms for continuous evaluation
- Pre-departure webinar
Contact Information
We would be delighted to work with you to facilitate a rich experience for your group in Spain. If you would like to discuss any of the details in this proposal please do not hesitate to contact us.
