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Adventure Tours in Madrid, Spain

If you’re wondering whether or not to spend time in the capital of Spain, where nightlife is bustling, tapas are flowing, and the hot Spanish air makes tourists and locals alike itch for adventure, we’ve got your answer (hint: it’s yes!). Whether “adventure” to you is boating in Buen Retiro Park, witnessing the magnificence of Picasso’s “Guernica,” or savoring Jamon Iberico, Madrid adventures have what you need.
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8 Adventure Programs in Madrid, Spain

International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

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Volunteer in Special Needs Support in Spain with IVHQ

As a volunteer on the Special Needs Support project in Spain you have the opportunity to work alongside teenagers and adults ​with a variety of special needs​​,​ outside of a classroom environment. Work can include; vocational-skills development in a bicycle refurbishment program or clothing donation center which distribute donations to communities in need, providing companionship to children undergoing healthcare treatment, and working with youth and adults who have physical and mental disabilities.​ Volunteers provide valuable companionship and guidance on this project and do not need to have any previous experience in working with individuals who have special needs. ​

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Travel For Teens

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Travel For Teens: Barcelona and Paris

From the pristine sandy beaches of Barcelona, its bustling Gothic Quarter and markets, to the cosmopolitan streets of Paris and its stunningly beautiful monuments and galleries, this trip will stay with you long after you return home. We start our program in fun and funky Barcelona, where we will take a bike tour around this beautiful city, sample local cuisine at an old-world marketplace, and marvel at the unique architecture. Then it’s over to Paris, Europe’s gem that will exceed your highest expectations. Stroll the wide boulevard of the Champs-Elysées, savor crêpes at outdoor cafés, and climb the Eiffel Tower! Plus, enjoy a delicious fondue dinner in the heart of the Latin Quarter, followed by a sunset cruise of the Seine to see the Eiffel Tower lit up and sparkling! See for yourself what makes the European lifestyle unique, learn about the Spanish, French, and Catalan cultures, and of course, savor the delicacies of these two metropolises.

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Global Works

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Spain Teen Travel Programs

Spain attracts travelers with its old-world charm and vibrant people. Explore the country in a way most tourists never will! Beyond experiencing ancient sites and modern cities, you become exposed to a beautiful and untainted Spain. Dive into an unforgettable and authentic experience through community collaboration in our partner local communities on this student travel program to Spain! Focus on environmental conservation as you connect with locals. Our Spanish adventure takes you through all the must-see places and beyond the tourist track. These are adventures you do not want to miss! Program Options: Spain: Sustainable Communities & Mediterranean Culture - 17-day high school program through Madrid, Malaga, Granada, and Barcelona

Seville Abroad

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School Trips Spain with Seville Abroad

Join the educational trip to Spain offered by Seville Abroad. This is a truly memorable and unique way to gain a deeper love and respect for the country’s language as well as develop more interest in your future studies. Our Spanish educational trips help you learn firsthand about a lot of things - language, way of life, culture, and history. You will have the chance to add the program with “family immersion”, allowing you to experience daily life, habits, customs, and local foods of a local family. Our network of host families consists of hospitable people who welcome foreigners with open arms. They are eager to share their life as well as experience the culture of visitors. They are typically affluent families who are respected and known in their local community. The trip will be based in Seville because of its truly Spanish characteristic. Although it is a cosmopolitan city, it boasts of rich artistic historical legacy. From Seville, you will participate in a broad selection of excursion together with other students. If you cannot find a trip that matches your preferences, let us know and we will design a trip you will enjoy.

ARCC Programs

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Spain and Morocco: Spice of Life

Immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of cultures on our 21-day summer program across Spain and Morocco. Engage deeply with Southern Spain's vibrant culture and Northern Africa's captivating traditions while enhancing your Spanish through lessons with local instructors. Enjoy a feast of traditional flavors, from savory tapas and aromatic mint tea to the unique spices of Moroccan tagine. Experience the rhythm of flamenco and the art of Spanish cooking, and wander the striking blue-washed buildings and medinas of Chefchaouen. Stay with a traditional Amazigh community in the High Atlas Mountains for a true cultural exchange between our students and local residents. This program for teens from 9th – 12th grades fosters cultural understanding and language skills through language lessons and community engagement.

A Guide to Adventure Travel in Madrid

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Madrid might not be the first place to scream adventure, but don’t discount it—it’s overflowing with a different kind of excitement! 

Tours. These might not get your adrenaline pumping, but they will get your mind racing. Madrid’s majesty comes from knowledge of the experts: did you know the Spanish Palace is the third largest in all of Europe? Or that the plaza was home to Spain’s Napoleonic resistance? We didn’t either, until these adventure tours in Madrid.

Cooking. Pleasure is at the center of life, and this starts with the taste buds. During adventure travel programs in Madrid, the scents of meats (jamon), cheeses (manchengo), and fish (calamari) waft around the city. Try Mercado San Miguel for an enormous selection of food vendors—buy one of everything, or stake out a stool at your favorite stall.

Canoeing. In Madrid, traffic is heavy, buildings are large, and boulevards give way to hustle and bustle. Luckily for those who crave greenery, Retiro Park is host to 15,000 trees, right in the city’s heart. The park is also home to a lake where tourists and locals can sunbathe, enjoy a tinto de verano, or rent boats for an afternoon of rowing.

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The Amazing Culture of Spain and France

November 26, 2025by: Rayan Lekmine - United StatesProgram: Travel For Teens: Barcelona and Paris
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I had so much fun in Spain and France. From the food to the locations to the people it was a blast and TFT made sure to guide us and give us the freedom to explore how we wanted. I have such amazing memories and met awesome people from this trip and would love to go again.

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