Spain Global Impact Fellowship - 2027

Engaged Education Spain Trip: Barcelona & Madrid Discovery

Introduction
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Barcelona & Madrid | 10 Days | Discovery Trip Style

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Engaged Education Spain Trip: Barcelona & Madrid Discovery

This Educational Journey takes place in Spain, a country rich in history, culture, and innovation. Students will explore Barcelona and Madrid, discovering world-famous landmarks like the Sagrada Familia and the Prado Museum, while also engaging with local organizations that promote social inclusion and community empowerment. Through this experience, participants will gain a global perspective, strengthen their cultural awareness, and learn how education and community engagement can create positive impact both abroad and at home. Beyond sightseeing, this program is designed to foster leadership, empathy, and teamwork, preparing students to become active global citizens. Spain’s blend of tradition and modernity makes it the perfect setting to inspire meaningful learning and lasting memories.

Trip Highlights

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At a glance

Day 1 - Barcelona: Arrival & Welcome

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Arrive in Barcelona and Welcome Dinner

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Arrival at Barcelona Airport and transfer to the hotel

Arrival at Barcelona Airport and transfer to the hotel. After check-in, meet your tour leader during a brief welcome meeting with an overview of the program. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner featuring regional cuisine.
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Welcome meeting

Meet your tour leader during a brief welcome meeting with an overview of the program.
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Welcome dinner

Enjoy a welcome dinner featuring regional cuisine.
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Complimentary arrival transfer included.

Day 2 - Barcelona: Gaudi Highlights

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Explore Sagrada Familia and Park Guell

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Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel.
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Walking tour of Barcelona: Treasure hunt

Enjoy a guided walking tour through the historic center of Barcelona, exploring its main landmarks and learning about the city's history, culture, and architecture.
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Entry to Sagrada Familia, students visit

The tour continues with a visit to the iconic Sagrada Familia, the world-famous basilica designed by Antoni Gaudi. Students will discover the unique symbolism, architectural innovations, and ongoing construction of this extraordinary masterpiece.
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Lunch

Lunch at a local restaurant.
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Visit to Park Guell

Visit Park Guell, another of Gaudi's creative works, known for its colorful mosaics, imaginative structures, and panoramic views over the city.
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Dinner

Dinner at a local restaurant before returning to the hotel.

Day 3 - Barcelona: Montserrat Mountain Excursion

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Day Trip to Montserrat by Train

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Train from Barcelona to Montserrat

Departure
Barcelona
Destination
Montserrat
Departing from Barcelona, take the train to the base of the mountain.
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Cogwheel train to Montserrat

Departure
Base of Montserrat
Destination
Montserrat Monastery
Take the cogwheel train that will take you to the entry of the Monastery.
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Entry to Basilica and free time in Montserrat

You will have time to explore the lookouts that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
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Lunch in Montserrat

Lunch in Montserrat.
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Train Montserrat to Barcelona

Departure
Montserrat
Destination
Barcelona
Return to Barcelona by train.
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Dinner

Dinner.

Day 4 - Community & Culture at Mescladis

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Spanish Cooking Class and Social Project

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Public transport from hotel to activity

Departure
Hotel
Destination
Mescladis
Public transport from hotel to activity.
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Workshop at Mescladis: project presentation and Spanish tapas cooking class

Today is time to know Mescladis, a social organisation providing training and job opportunities to refugees, immigrants and people with disabilities. After knowing a bit more about this project, it is time for a Spanish cooking class.
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Lunch

Lunch.
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Dinner

Dinner.

Day 5 - Barcelona: Bike Tour Along the Coast

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Guided Bike Tour Along Barcelona's Coast

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Public transport to activity

Departure
Hotel
Destination
Activity
Public transport to activity.
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Barcelona bike tour

After breakfast, enjoy a guided bike tour along the beach area of Barcelona. Ride along the scenic waterfront and explore the lively seaside districts, including the promenade of Barceloneta Beach, while learning about the city's maritime history and modern transformation. Along the way, admire views of the Mediterranean coast, the marina at Port Olimpic, and several landmarks that highlight Barcelona's connection to the sea.
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Lunch

Lunch.
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Dinner

Dinner.

Day 6 - Barcelona to Madrid: High-Speed Train Journey

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Travel from Barcelona to Madrid by Train

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Private transfer hotel to train station

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Hotel
Destination
Train station
Private transfer from hotel to train station.
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Train Barcelona to Madrid

Departure
Barcelona
Destination
Madrid
Travel by high speed train from Barcelona to Madrid.
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Lunch

Lunch.
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Private transfer train station to hotel

Departure
Train station
Destination
Hotel
Private transfer from train station to hotel.
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Dinner

Dinner.

Day 7 - Madrid: Royal Madrid & The Prado Museum

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Explore Madrid Highlights and Prado Museum

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Madrid city tour

During our city tour you will be able to see the main highlights of the city like Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol or the Royal Palace (no entry included).
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Lunch

Lunch.
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Visit to El Prado Museum, student guided visit

It is time to discover the main museum of Madrid, The Prado museum, with a guided visit to learn about the masterpieces displayed here.
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Dinner

Dinner.
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Royal Palace entry not included.

Day 8 - Madrid: Street Art & Community Project in Lavapies

Street Art Workshop and Community Engagement in Lavapies

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Street art workshop and local community project

Visit the Lavapies district for a street art tour workshop. Learn about the cultural movement, practice and design your own art, and participate in preparing and painting picnic bags for local children, distributed by a local NGO.
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Lunch

Lunch.
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Dinner

Dinner.

Day 9 - Madrid: San Cristobal Market & Team Building

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San Cristobal Market Visit and Team Building

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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San Cristobal Market visit, project presentation and team building activity

San Cristobal Market visit, project presentation and team building activity.
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Lunch

Lunch.
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Dinner

Dinner.

Day 10 - Departure

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Group Departure Transfer from Madrid

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Departure transfer hotel to airport

Departure transfer hotel to airport (Travel Time).
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No activities planned for the final day

There are no activities planned for the final day. Your group transfer to Madrid airport is arranged.
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Map

1. Barcelona Airport (BCN)

El Prat de Llobregat, 08820 Barcelona, Spain

2. Sagrada Familia

C/ de Mallorca, 401, 08013 Barcelona, Spain

3. Park Güell

Carrer d'Olot, s/n, 08024 Barcelona, Spain

4. Montserrat Monastery

08199 Montserrat, Barcelona, Spain

5. Mescladis

Carrer dels Carders, 35, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

6. Barceloneta Beach

Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

7. Madrid Atocha Train Station

Plaza Emperador Carlos V, s/n, 28045 Madrid, Spain

8. Prado Museum

Calle de Ruiz de Alarcón, 23, 28014 Madrid, Spain

9. Plaza Mayor

Plaza Mayor, 28012 Madrid, Spain

10. Puerta del Sol

Puerta del Sol, 28013 Madrid, Spain

11. Royal Palace of Madrid

C. de Bailén, s/n, 28071 Madrid, Spain

12. Lavapiés District

Lavapiés, 28012 Madrid, Spain

13. San Cristobal Market

Calle de la Virgen de la Viña, 16, 28031 Madrid, Spain

14. Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD)

Av de la Hispanidad, s/n, 28042 Madrid, Spain
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