Barcelona Teen Adventure: Explore Spain & Portugal

Course Description: Barcelona Teen Adventure: Explore Spain & Portugal

🇪🇸🇵🇹 Spain & Portugal Adventure Tour for Teens

Cosmopolitan cities, golden beaches, medieval hilltop towns, and vibrant southern European nightlife — this unforgettable journey through Spain & Portugal has it all! Teens explore everything from world-famous museums and breathtaking architecture to thrilling canyoning, kayaking, sailing, and surfing. With a small-group format, outstanding summer leaders, and a thoughtfully crafted itinerary, this adventure blends culture, food, friendships, and freedom — with just the right amount of spontaneity ✨.

Please note: On certain dates, some participants depart on Day 17 and new participants join as the group continues to Portugal.

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🌟 Program Highlights

• Rappel down a waterfall at Peneda Geres National Park 🌄

• Prepare Spanish delicacies at a hands-on cooking school 👩‍🍳

• Visit the Royal Palace of Madrid & row through Retiro Park 🚣

• Catch waves at surf school on Costa da Caparica 🏄‍♀️

• Relax on Mediterranean beaches ☀️

• Explore Toledo, the Alhambra & Sagrada Familia 🕌

• Sail & snorkel in the Mediterranean Sea 🌊

• Visit FC Barcelona’s legendary stadium ⚽

• Wander iconic markets like La Boqueria & San Miguel 🥘

• Try Lisbon’s famous pastéis de nata at Pastéis de Belém 🥮

• Enjoy a flamenco dance class & live show 💃

• Kayak stunning rock formations in Lagos 🚣‍♂️

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🗺️ Itinerary

Day 1 — Flight to Barcelona

Fly overnight to Barcelona and kick off your adventure with icebreakers and group bonding.

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Days 2–6 — Barcelona, Spain

Your Mediterranean journey begins in Spain’s iconic coastal capital!

Explore Plaza Catalunya, Plaza de España, and Gaudí’s masterpieces including Park Güell and the Sagrada Familia.

Visit the FC Barcelona stadium, stroll Las Ramblas, enjoy a Spanish cooking class, and spend sun-soaked time on the famous Barceloneta Beach 🌊.

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Days 7–8 — Alicante, Costa Dorada

Sail to Tabarca Island and snorkel through a protected marine reserve. Enjoy chill beach days on the Mediterranean.

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Days 9–10 — Granada, Spain

Wander the narrow Moorish streets of the Albaicín, tour the Alhambra Palace, see the Royal Chapel, visit gypsy caves, and enjoy café culture with views of the Sierra Nevada mountains.

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Days 11–13 — Seville, Spain

Discover the city of flamenco & orange trees!

Visit Parque de Maria Luisa, Barrio Santa Cruz, and Las Setas. Participate in a flamenco class and enjoy a vibrant night show 💃.

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Days 14–16 — Madrid, Spain

From the Royal Palace to the Gran Via, Madrid shines with energy!

Rowboat in Retiro Park, explore Plaza Mayor & Puerta del Sol, and admire masterpieces at the Prado.

Top off your stay with a day trip to ancient Toledo.

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Days 17–20 — Porto, Portugal

Explore Portugal’s colorful riverside city, cruise the Douro River at sunset, and spend a full day canyoning through Peneda Geres National Park — waterfalls, rappels, and natural pools await 🌄.

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Days 21–23 — Lagos (Algarve), Portugal

Your home base is one of Europe's most loved beach towns.

Kayak through sea caves, enjoy turquoise waters, explore cobblestone streets, and end nights with karaoke and beach vibes.

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Days 24–27 — Lisbon, Portugal

Cycle tree-lined avenues, surf the Atlantic, explore magical Sintra, wander the elegant streets of Cascais, and savor Lisbon’s vibrant food scene.

After four amazing weeks, celebrate your journey at a memorable farewell dinner.

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Day 28 — Return Flight Home

Depart from Lisbon with lifelong friends and memories 🌅.

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🏨 Accommodations

Barcelona, Spain — ibis Barcelona Plaza Glòries 22

Vibrant district, steps from beaches and iconic landmarks.

Alicante, Spain — Eurostars Lucentum

Modern hotel near beach, port, and Old Quarter.

Granada, Spain — Gran Hotel Luna de Granada

Central location, sun terrace, pool, gym, and Wi-Fi.

Seville, Spain — Novotel Sevilla

Rooftop pool with city views, located in the heart of Seville.

Madrid, Spain — Exe Moncloa Hotel

Modern rooms in central Madrid with access to top attractions.

Porto, Portugal — Carris Hoteles Porto Ribeira

Historic riverside building overlooking the Douro River.

Lagos, Portugal — Tivoli Lagos (4★)

Traditional Algarve design, with walkways, patios & coastal charm.

Lisbon, Portugal — HF Fénix Lisboa

Perfectly located near Avenida da Liberdade & Eduardo VII Park.

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🌍 What It’s Like

A dynamic cultural adventure combining big cities, small villages, beaches, and thrilling activities — all with a close-knit group atmosphere ❤️.

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🍽️ Meals

Includes breakfast & dinner daily.

Lunches are taken in small groups at cafés, food halls, and local restaurants.

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🎟️ Activities

All listed excursions, admissions, and recreation are included.

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🚌 Transportation

Deluxe private motor coach + occasional city public transit.

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👥 Group Size

Up to 26 participants.

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🥗 Dietary Options

Most dietary preferences & allergies can be accommodated.

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✈️ Program Specifics

Flight to Barcelona, Spain

Chaperoned group flight from New York available.

Participants from other cities may join the chaperoned flight or meet staff in Barcelona.

Internal Flight — Madrid to Porto

An additional $195 USD fee applies for this internal flight.

Return Flight from Lisbon, Portugal

Chaperoned return flight to New York offered.

Travelers from other areas may join the flight or fly directly home with staff support during check-in.

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🍝 Meals & New Cuisines

Breakfasts are hotel buffet style.

Dinners vary between group meals and smaller self-selected groups.

Expect tapas in Barcelona, paella in Seville, and Portugal’s famous pastries.

Special dietary needs — vegetarian, gluten-free, allergies — are gladly accommodated.

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👕 Laundry

Weekly wash-and-fold service available.

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✅ What’s Included

• Lodging

• Breakfast & dinner daily

• All listed activities & excursions

• Airport transfers (designated times)

• Taxes & gratuities

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❌ Not Included

• Transportation to/from Europe

• Internal flight Madrid → Porto

• Lunches & snacks

• Souvenirs

• Laundry

• Optional travel insurance