Cultural Immersion: Spain and France - March 2027
We are pleased to offer students a unique opportunity to participate in our upcoming cultural trip to Spain and France. This trip is designed to go beyond traditional tourism, allowing students to truly immerse themselves in the local life and traditions of three distinct cities. Through a curated itinerary featuring professional cooking classes, community activities, and an authentic dinner hosted by a local family, students will gain a firsthand perspective on European heritage. While this tour offers exceptional value for our Spanish and French language learners to put their skills into practice, it is open to any student eager to explore these vibrant cultures and broaden their global perspective.
Preliminary Itinerary - Spring Break 2027
The itinerary is tentative and subject to final confirmation closer to travel.
Spain: Madrid and Barcelona
Day 1 – Depart Victoria to Madrid
Day 2 - ¡Hola, Madrid!
Check into Hotel and meet the tour director
Madrid City walk – Puerta del Sol – Plaza Mayor – Plaza de España
Day 3 – Madrid
Day Excursion – Toledo: Sword factory, St. Mary’s Synagogue and Toledo Cathedral
Puerta del Sol Scavenger Hunt – Interactive after-dinner adventure
Day 4 – Madrid
Parque del Retiro - Interact with locals and vendors and enjoy music at the park
Tapas-making class
Flamenco dance lesson and show
Day 5 – Travel to Barcelona
Fully day transfer via Zaragoza
Basilica of the Virgin of Pilar visit
Tapas dinner
Day 6 – Barcelona
Cable car ride at Montjuic Hill
Beach Time at Barceloneta - Enjoy some downtime and walk along the boardwalk
Paella Dinner
Las Ramblas scavenger hunt - solve clues and complete challenges
France - Paris
Day 7 – Barcelona to Paris
Travel on the TGV - this train reaches a maximum speed of 320 km/h!!
Paris City Walk – Île de la Cité, Notre Dame Cathedral, Île St. Louis, Latin Quarter
Dinner in Latin Quarter
Day 8 – Paris
Louvre Museum visit
Exploring Paris on foot
Group dinner with a local family
Scenic cruise of the Seine River
Eiffel Tower – enjoy breathtaking views of Paris from atop the Tower
Day 9 – Paris
Learn to play pétanque at the park with locals – followed by a refreshment
Outdoor picnic lunch at a public park
Montmartre tour director sightseeing
Farewell dinner at Montmartre
Day 10 – Flight home from Paris
Contact and Sign-Up Form
For more information regarding the cultural and language trip to Spain and France please reach out to Ms. Lucre Balbiani via email - lucrecia.balbiani@brentwood.ca or complete the pre-application form.