What makes ACA’s Seville program really amazing is that...

Complete your ACA Spanish experience with exciting weekend adventures to nearby locations at no additional cost. Travel by modern, deluxe motorcoaches to incredible destinations. Rest easy, because you always stay in safe, comfortable accommodations. On every adventure, ACA staff are there to make sure your experience is worry-free.

Destination cities include:

Madrid and Toledo (4 Days) 

Madrid, Spain’s sunny capital, features the exciting Puerta del Sol, blazing with energy and activity around the clock. Filled with restaurants, shops and entertainment, it might be Europe’s best place to people-watch. El Rastro, a famous flea market, lets you hunt for everything from clothes to CDs to cool Spanish art.

In Madrid, you’ll see . . .
• More than 7,000 paintings at the Prado Museum
• An incredible collection of 15th-century art and weapons at the Royal Palace
• The soaring towers, long arcades and spacious patios of the Plaza Mayor
• Modern-art masterpieces by Picasso, Dalí and Miró at the Reina Sofía

Toledo’s many churches, synagogues and mosques share twisting streets in a city that long provided a crossroads for the world’s religions.

In Toledo, you’ll see . . .
• The Cathedral, which took 250 years to build and houses great works by El Greco
• Nineteen more El Greco masterpieces at the Casa Museo del Greco
• The Old Jewish Quarter and the Synagogue Santa Maria la Blanca – Europe’s oldest!

Costa del Sol (2 Days)

A combination of familiar Spanish charm, timeless medieval appeal and sizzling celebrity playground, Costa del Sol has something for everyone. This gorgeous vacation destination has miles of pristine beaches such as Marbella, where you’re likely to rub shoulders with an international film star. We’ll get to visit the world-famous Puerto Banus, where the rich and famous regularly pull up in their huge luxury yachts. The Costa del Sol is a favorite European vacation destination, renowned for its beautiful beaches, water sports and thriving dining and entertainment scene. This is truly the fun side of Spain!

Granada (2 Days)

Here is a place so rich in history and architecture that the enture city has been declared a national monument! Must –see attractions include:

  • The Alhambra- A legendary series of castles and fortresses recognizable the world over.
  • The Royal Chapel-The resting place of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella.
  • The Alcaiceria- Where everyone bargains with the artisans for jewelry and handicrafts.
  • The Albaycin- Funky, winding streets are the hallmark of this old Moorish quarter
  • The Mirador de San Nicolas- Where you get a glorious view of the Alhambra.
  • Caldereria Street- Famous for good, inexpensive Andalucian cuisine.

Córdoba

One of Spain’s oldest cities, it was actually the capital in Roman and Moorish times. Located on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, Córdoba is a unique blend of religious influence and culture. Visit the Judería, an ancient synagogue that is unchanged since 1385; explore The Mezquita, a mosque built in 785 that contains Mohammed’s arm bone; then marvel at the view from the top of the towering Alcázar of the Christian Kings.

Cádiz

Spend the day surrounded by sand on three sides! A gorgeous expanse of beach on a picturesque peninsula, the Romans cherished Cádiz as a port and a place to relax and enjoy the sparkling seas. Check out the dramatic ocean views and invigorating warmth – it’s easy to understand why Cádiz became one of the most popular launching points for journeys to the New World!

Barcelona

Take three days and two nights in this spectacular city, which resonates with classic Spanish warmth. Barcelona is known the world over for its stunning modern architecture and historic beauty. Compare the grandeur of ancient cathedrals and the middle-age majesty of the Gothic Quarter with modern fixtures like the Picasso Museum, the Villa Olympica and Gaudi’d famous church – Sagrada Familia.

Please note: The trip to Barcelona replaces the day trip to Cordoba and Cadiz for students who select the excursion. (Supplemental fee: $695*)

*Air travel is not included in your tuition

♦ Excursions for the 4-week program only.

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