3 noches en Madrid más 5 noches con familias anfitrionas
This itinerary is great for teachers who are new to Spain. The capital, Madrid, is easy to navigate, has an excellent public transportation system to explore the rich culture and history, and provides ample opportunity to practice speaking español. For small groups, this itinerary is most affordable.
Ideas to customize this itinerary:
- Change the Toledo excursion to Segovia to visit el acueducto.
- Extend your family stay by one or two nights to maximize immersion time.
Daily Itinerary
| Day 1 | Depart USA on flight(s) to Madrid. Dinner and breakfast served on overnight international flight. |
| Day 2 | Arrive Madrid; transfer to hotel. Visit the Palacio Real this afternoon. You have the flexibility to plan other Madrid visits for your group as you wish! This could include exploring Puerta del Sol or a stop at Mercado San Miguel. Enjoy a prearranged welcome dinner this evening. |
| Day 3 | Breakfast at hotel. Visit Museo del Prado this morning. Take an afternoon train to Toledo explore the winding, cobbled streets. Visits as planned by group could include the Primada Catedral de Toledo. Return to Madrid by train this evening. |
| Day 4 | Breakfast at hotel. Madrid visits this morning could include the art museum Reina Sofia or a stroll through the Parque Retiro. This afternoon, travel to your family-stay community to meet host families. |
| Days 4-9 | Immersion Family Stay (5 nights) - This is your opportunity to be immersed in the language and la vida española! |
| Day 9 | Despedidas to host families and return to Madrid for final visits. Enjoy a farewell dinner tonight in the capital city. |
| Day 10 | Transfer to the airport for return to the USA with many memories! |
Pricing
| $3895 based on 8-9 students with 1 leader | ||
| $3795 based on 17-20 students with 2 leaders | ||
| $3745 based on 21-25 students with 3 leaders |
Additional Information
- This itinerary is based on a spring program from most major airports. An airfare supplement may apply during peak spring dates.
- Airfare supplement of an estimated $300-400 for summer programs.
- Contact L&F for individualized estimated prices based on your dates and departure airport.
Inclusions
- Roundtrip airfare including taxes
- Airport transfer on days 2, 10
- 3 nights hotel accommodations – centrally located, students 3-4 to a room, and continental breakfast
- 5 nights family-stay arrangements organized by local L&F family-stay coordinator (family meals included)
- Train/AVE on days 3, 4, 9
- 2 pre-arranged dinners
- Entrance fee allowance (for sites, museums, activities as planned by group)
- Travel medical insurance
- Extensive student and leader preparatory materials
Exclusions
- Passport, visa (including ETIAS), or other document costs
- Meals not indicated as included
- Items not listed as included
- Spending money: about $40/day suggested; less during family stay
- Baggage fees (currently one checked bag is free for overseas travel)
- Any additional costs incurred to fulfill requirements set by the US or destination-country health or government officials regarding health testing, documentation, and/or immunization