Middle School: Language and Culture in Spain
To appreciate Spanish, it helps to fall in love with Spain.
Accessible to all levels of Spanish learners, this interactive tour adds context to the vocabulary and gives you plenty of time to practice with native speakers. Explore Madrid’s central market, dance along to a flamenco show in Toledo, and connect with locals during a city-wide scavenger hunt in Barcelona.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Madrid
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
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Day 3: Madrid
Today's Theme: History
Learn history-related terms and practice during an interactive language lesson
Visit the Royal Palace
Tour the Royal Palace with an expert local guide
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 4: Madrid
Today's Theme: Culinary traditions
Practice food-related vocabulary in an interactive language lesson
Interact with local vendors during a market challenge at Madrid's central produce market
Prepare authentic Spanish food during a cooking class
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Day 5: Madrid • Toledo
Today's Theme: Culture, Past and Present
Learn about traditional and contemporary culture in an interactive language lesson
Tour Toledo with an expert local guide
You will visit:
- Toledo Cathedral
- Church of Santo Tome & Synagogue
Enjoy a Flamenco evening
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Day 6: Madrid • Barcelona
Travel by train to Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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Day 7: Barcelona
Today's Theme: Art
Master art-related terms during an interactive language lesson
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- La Pedrera or Casa Batlló
Visit Park Güell
Enjoy a homemade dinner with locals
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Day 8: Barcelona
Today's Theme: Daily Life
Practice your conversational skills in a language lesson centered around daily life
Participate in a Scavenger HuntExploration time in Barcelona
Participate in a cultural activity to learn more about daily life in Spain
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Madrid
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
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Day 3: Madrid
Today's Theme: History
Learn history-related terms and practice during an interactive language lesson
Visit the Royal Palace
Tour the Royal Palace with an expert local guide
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 4: Madrid
Today's Theme: Culinary traditions
Practice food-related vocabulary in an interactive language lesson
Interact with local vendors during a market challenge at Madrid's central produce market
Prepare authentic Spanish food during a cooking class
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Day 5: Madrid • Toledo
Today's Theme: Culture, Past and Present
Learn about traditional and contemporary culture in an interactive language lesson
Tour Toledo with an expert local guide
You will visit:
- Toledo Cathedral
- Church of Santo Tome & Synagogue
Enjoy a Flamenco evening
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Day 6: Madrid • Barcelona
Travel by train to Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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Day 7: Barcelona
Today's Theme: Art
Master art-related terms during an interactive language lesson
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- La Pedrera or Casa Batlló
Visit Park Güell
Enjoy a homemade dinner with locals
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Day 8: Barcelona
Today's Theme: Daily Life
Practice your conversational skills in a language lesson centered around daily life
Participate in a Scavenger HuntExploration time in Barcelona
Participate in a cultural activity to learn more about daily life in Spain
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily
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Full-time Language Immersion Program Director
Your bilingual Program Director is by your side 24/7, building your language confidence through lessons and providing cultural context throughout your trip—all while handling on-tour logistics everywhere you go.
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Guided Sightseeing
Sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides
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Entrances
Royal Palace, Prado, cooking class, Toledo Cathedral, Church of Santo Tomé, St. Mary’s Synagogue, flamenco show, Park Güell, cultural workshop
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Language Learning
Daily language interactive learning with your local Language Immersion Program Director provides cultural context and relevant vocabulary for your immersive activities.
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Experiential Learning
Immerse yourself in the culture through in-depth guided tours, shared insights from expert guides, daily interactions with locals, and more.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.