Valencia, Spain

The Ultimate Valencia Experience

Session Dates

Spring: March 27-29, 2026

The Ultimate Valencia Experience
About
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Housing
Itinerary

Requirements:

  • Minimum age 18
  • Open to API and non API students

Deadline to Purchase: TBD

Starting Price: $799
Visa Required: No

Questions about this program? Send email to [email protected]

About

Bienvenidos a Valencia! Start your trip off by exploring the heart of the city with a guided walking tour through its lively center, uncovering hidden gems and landmarks. Enjoy an evening stroll to spot the best local restaurants and attractions, followed by free time to relax or continue exploring at your own pace. The next day, dive into the local cuisine with a hands-on Paella workshop, where you’ll learn to cook this iconic dish and enjoy a delicious lunch. Continue the experience by travelling together to see the beauty of Albufera National Park, then unwind with another free evening. Finish your adventure with a guided tour of the stunning Ciudad de las Ciencias y las Artes, followed by free time to explore the futuristic architecture before wrapping up your trip.

Please note: Travel to and from Valencia is not included—you are responsible for arranging your own means of transportation to and from the city. A minimum of 5 students is required for this excursion to take place.

What’s Included

  • 2-night stay in hotel
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel
  • Guided city tour of Valencia
  • Paella workshop with lunch included
  • Walking tour of Valencia’s neighborhoods
  • Trip to Albufera National Park
  • Free time to Valencia
  • Guided visit to Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias

All itinerary details are subject to change. Final information will be provided by your on-site Resident Director approximately 2 weeks before the program begins, in the form of a final packet..

Dates

Spring: March 27-29, 2026

  • Arrival: By 2:00 PM on March 27 (meet the group at the hotel – location TBD)
  • Departure: Late afternoon on March 29 (you are responsible for transportation back to the airport)

Pricing

Starting at $799

Purchase Deadline: TBD

Learn About This Location

  • Miles of glorious sandy beaches and more than 300 sunny days each year

  • Unique and interesting architectural styles

  • The birthplace of paella, as well as spectacular seafood and tapas

  • Third largest city in Spain yet possesses a comfortable, laid back feel

  • Discover the city’s unique neighborhoods

  • Named 2022’s World Capital of Design

The Ultimate Valencia Experience

Schedule

Arrival: Arrival into final destination before 2pm

Itinerary

DATE ACTIVITY
Friday, March 27 Arrival into final destination before 2pm
14:30 Meeting RD at hotel for Check-in
15:30 Meeting at the hotel lobby for City center guided tour (2hrs aprox)
19:00 *2nd meeting point for late arrivals at the hotel lobby.
19:30 Walking tour around the hotel area to spot some restaurants and points of interest.
20:30 Free Evening
Saturday, March 28
Morning Breakfast
10:30 Meet in the hotel lobby to depart for the Paella workshop (includes lunch)
17:00 Meet at Torres Serrano for a trip to Albufera National Park
20:00 Free evening
Sunday, March 29
Morning Breakfast
10:00 Meet at the hotel lobby to take public transport to to Ciudad de las Ciencias y las Artes
10:30 Guided visit to the iconic Ciudad de las Ciencias y las Artes
13:00 End of Visit to Ciudad de las Ciencias y las Artes and free time to explore
Afternoon Return on own to Hotel to pick up luggage and end of trip
DATE ACTIVITY
Friday, March 27 Arrival into final destination before 2pm
14:30 Meeting RD at hotel for Check-in
15:30 Meeting at the hotel lobby for City center guided tour (2hrs aprox)
19:00 *2nd meeting point for late arrivals at the hotel lobby.
19:30 Walking tour around the hotel area to spot some restaurants and points of interest.
20:30 Free Evening
Saturday, March 28
Morning Breakfast
10:30 Meet in the hotel lobby to depart for the Paella workshop (includes lunch)
17:00 Meet at Torres Serrano for a trip to Albufera National Park
20:00 Free evening
Sunday, March 29
Morning Breakfast
10:00 Meet at the hotel lobby to take public transport to to Ciudad de las Ciencias y las Artes
10:30 Guided visit to the iconic Ciudad de las Ciencias y las Artes
13:00 End of Visit to Ciudad de las Ciencias y las Artes and free time to explore
Afternoon Return on own to Hotel to pick up luggage and end of trip