A Spanish Language school trip offers a thrilling Barcelona cultural immersion, a dive into Spanish language and history, and a chance to discover the wonders of Catalonia.
Barcelona - Spanish Language School Trip
- 4 days
- +1
- Spain
- Approx. 2hrs
- La Sagrada Família
- Montjuïc
- Park Güell
- Poble Espanyol
- Camp Nou Stadium
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Sample itinerary
This sample itinerary is offered as a guideline. The trip focus, length and itinerary/activities can be tailored to meet your learning objectives.
- Day
Day 1 - Welcome to Barcelona, Montjuïc Castle
Touch down in Barcelona, the heart of Catalonia! As you make your way to your accommodation, you'll stop at the legendary Montjuïc Castle, a fortress with a rich history of both defence and drama. Hop on the cable car and soar above the city for breathtaking 360° views—an experience that will leave you speechless. Imagine the stories of Carlos Ruiz Zafón’s Cemetery of Forgotten Books as you stand where history and fiction collide.
Kick off your evening with a dazzling flamenco show, where the rhythms of Spain will ignite your spirit!
Day 2 - Guided Walking Tour and Sagrada Familia
This morning, it's time for the first of your two language lessons. Begin your day at our carefully selected Barcelona language school. Language groups can take classes tailored to their focus and abilities under the guidance of expert instructors. Classes can be adapted for any interest, age, or capability.
This afternoon, you’ll embark on an exciting guided walking tour through the heart of Barcelona. Wander through the modernist wonders of the Eixample district and marvel at Gaudí’s masterpieces, such as La Pedrera and Casa Batlló—two of Barcelona’s most renowned Gaudí buildings. Explore old town Barcelona: walk down La Rambla to the Port; see Plaza Real, and look up at the Columbus Monument, a 60-metre tall monument to Christopher Columbus, constructed in honour of his first voyage to the Americas.
Next up, visit the awe-inspiring Sagrada Familia, Gaudí's unfinished magnum opus. As you stand beneath its towering spires, you'll feel the magic of Barcelona's unique blend of Gothic and Art Nouveau styles.
This evening, explore the bustling La Boqueria market—taste the freshest produce, and experience the flavours of Barcelona like never before!
Day 3 - Full Day Amusement Park
Today, we will take you for a full day at an amusement park. You can choose between PortAventura, the biggest theme park in Spain and the third largest in Europe, or Tibidabo Amusement Park, which offers stunning views of Barcelona from above.
PortAventura Theme and Water Park offers students excitement and fun. The park is divided into six themed areas: the Mediterranean, Polynesia, China, Mexico, the Far West, and SésamoAventura, with more than forty entertainments every day and authentic recreations of these different worlds.
Tibidabo Amusement Park offers students a magical day. It’s one of the oldest parks in the world still functioning, with most of the original rides still in use. Its Sky Walk offers panoramic views of the city.
Day 4 - Park Güell and Fly Home
Check out from your hotel and head over to the language school for the second of your Spanish courses in Barcelona. Consolidate your learning from yesterday and expand your vocabulary with new topics. At lunch, put your new skills to the test in Barcelona’s busy shopping streets.
Wrap up your Barcelona adventure at the iconic Park Güell, another masterpiece by Gaudí. Wander through this whimsical park filled with colourful mosaics, imaginative sculptures, and unbeatable views of the city, recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Enjoy a stroll along shady paths surrounded by colourful architectural and decorative elements of unusual shapes. Beautiful panoramic views of Barcelona are visible from the park's terrace.
Return to the hostel to pick up your luggage and transfer to the airport by coach. Relax after a jam-packed Barcelona school trip itinerary. ¡Buen viaje!
What’s included
Full TCBC support from the moment you book until you return home
Full itinerary flexibility to ensure the perfect tour for your students
We'll source the best available flights based on your school's location
You'll have all our necessary contact details to hand should the need arise
Knowledgeable TCBC guide ready to bring your walking tours to life
Detailed itinerary, with all entrance fees included, no hidden costs
Return flights, 1 piece of hold luggage per person, airport taxes and security charges and ATOL Protection Contribution
Airport transfers upon arrival and departure with your local TCBC guide. We can also arrange your UK airport transfers if you wish
Experienced local TCBC guide in Barcelona for your included walking tours
3 nights' hostel accommodation, with multi rooms for students and single rooms for teachers
Breakfasts and dinners daily at hostel, but we can arrange meals in local restaurants if preferred
All excursions as per your itinerary
4 hours of Spanish Language lessons
There will be no hidden costs on tour, everything will be clearly explained before departure
24 hour emergency contact details of TCBC's office and your local guide's mobile number
The normal free staff place ratio is 1:10 but this is flexible and we'll work to whichever ratio you require
Please check at school to ensure you are covered by an adequate travel insurance policy which we will need to see a copy of. We can help you source cover if you need
We generally don't include lunches unless requested. We prefer to let the students explore the local options and choose for themselves
If you feel you have received excellent service, then our local guides and drivers will appreciate being tipped. Guidelines will be outlined in your quote
We generally don't include public transportation tickets in Barcelona unless requested
Event availability isn't usually known at the time of booking. We will inform you of options and ticket prices closer to departure
Accommodation
We regularly use the same properties in Barcelona who are used to working with our school groups and meet our high standards
TOC Hostel Barcelona
TOC Hostel is a hostel chain based in Spain, which aims to provide affordable and comfortable modern accommodation conditions close to the centre and sightseeing and shopping grounds.
Reasons to travel with us
We honestly believe we are the best in what we do. We'd love the opportunity to show you.
Safety & reliability
The safety of all our travellers is our number 1 priority. We have a robust Safety Management System in place to ensure that our tours are run to the high levels you expect.
Experience & expertise
We have years of experience in planning school tours. Our expertise lies in our organisational skills, attention to detail and an understanding of what you need to make your trip a success.
TCBC local guides
Our guides are our greatest assets and consistently lauded. Highly experienced, knowledgeable and trustworthy, most are hand-picked and have worked with us for years.
Complete peace of mind
Our accreditations (ATOL, ABTA, STF, LOtC) provide you with the reliability, assurance and financial security expected from a specialist tour operator.
Customer
service
Our dedicated team is on hand to offer help and advice at every stage. We are positive you will be impressed with the high level of service you receive from us.
Flexibility & customisation
We customise every trip to suit your needs and offer maximum flexibility in planning your itinerary. We won’t rest until we get it right!
The personal touch
Getting to know our clients is very important to us. It’s very likely therefore that you’ll meet one or several of us at some point, either at school before departure or on the tour itself.
Total transparency
We include as much as possible in our quotes and are very transparent about what is and what is not included. There will be no hidden or surprise costs.
Pre-departure support
We understand how much work goes into planning a school trip. You will be dealing with the same people throughout the pre-departure process allowing us to respond quickly and accurately.
Repeat business
99.9% of teachers are so happy with our tours and our service that there is no need to travel with anyone else. We are confident you will feel the same way.
I have been running my school trips through TCBC for several years now - and they have always provided excellent tours which are great fun and really tailored to what we want from the trip. Highly recommended!
