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Spain By Train: Summer in Spain
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Spain by Train: Travel. Culture. Discovery. - A four-city journey across Spain designed for students who want immersive travel, cultural exploration, and personal growth. - You’ll travel through Granada, Madrid, San Sebastián, and Barcelona, guided by expert SGY leaders who bring Spain’s history, culture, and energy to life through interactive learning and local experiences. - Students stay in carefully vetted homestays that provide a welcoming environment, with opportunities to practice Spanish, share meals, and experience authentic local life. This program blends movement, reflection, and adventure, helping students build confidence, independence, and global perspective. Who is this program for? • High school seniors heading to college in September • Juniors looking for meaningful summer travel • Students seeking cultural growth, confidence, and independence • Anyone wanting a safe, structured, and unforgettable first international experience • Students who can cover the cost of the program and, if required, obtain the necessary visa to participate
Spain by Train: Travel. Culture. Discovery. - A four-city journey across Spain designed for students who want immersive travel, cultural exploration, and personal growth. - You’ll travel through Granada, Madrid, San Sebastián, and Barcelona, guided by expert SGY leaders who bring Spain’s history, culture, and energy to life through interactive learning and local experiences. - Students stay in carefully vetted homestays that provide a welcoming environment, with opportunities to practice Spanish, share meals, and experience authentic local life. This program blends movement, reflection, and adventure, helping students build confidence, independence, and global perspective. Who is this program for? • High school seniors heading to college in September • Juniors looking for meaningful summer travel • Students seeking cultural growth, confidence, and independence • Anyone wanting a safe, structured, and unforgettable first international experience • Students who can cover the cost of the program and, if required, obtain the necessary visa to participate
Program Highlights
Refresh and improve your Spanish before traveling through access to various online platforms, such as Cultura Go and Language Gym.
Meet and interact with Spanish peers during exchanges in San Sebastian, Salamanca, and Granada.
Take interactive Spanish courses tailored to your level at a partner language schools across Spain.
Enjoy optional add-ons such as: soccer Camp, arts and creativity programs, Spanish-language intensives, and volunteering-focused experiences
Immerse yourself completely in the Spanish language, culture, and way of life through homestays—where you are encouraged to participate in daily routines.
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Quick Details
- Barcelona, Spain
- Granada, Spain
- Madrid, Spain
- San Sebastian, Spain
- Backpacking
- Climbing
- Cooking
- Cycling
- Dancing
- Eco Tours
- Ecology
- Heritage Tourism
- Hiking
- Homestay
- Horseback Riding
- Nature Tours
- Photography
- Soccer & Football
- Sports
- Student Tours
- Surfing
- Tours
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- Outdoor Education
- Spanish
- All Nationalities
Awards
Program Reviews
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
Amazing
August 04, 2024by: Fiona Marais - United StatesSpanish Gap Year was an amazing program and experience. The mix of travel, home stays, and cultural immersion was the perfect balance. The hostels were great for learning how to co-live with others and budget for food. Cooking and food was an amazing aspect. Train travel was nothing like I’ve experienced and I love the adventure. I have met some of my closest friends on this trip. Arantxa and Sagri are both wonderful and make the program an incredible experience for gap students. I learned a lot about Spanish history, culture, art, and myself as a student through experiential learning.
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August 02, 2024by: Walden Furrh - United StatesMay 24, 2024 Taking a gap year in Spain before starting college was one of the best decisions I've ever made. The program was incredibly well-organized, offering a perfect blend of adventure, cultural immersion, and personal growth. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed by a diverse group of fellow students and travelers that I became really good friends with. Together, we explored spanish cities, had delicious Spanish cuisine, and participated in a variety of activities that ranged from hiking to going bike riding through Camino. The host families was a great experience which not only helped my language skills but understanding on the true Spanish culture. The program leaders always made me feel supported throughout this whole process. The most unfamiliar fish I had was called Arroz negro. Pros Host families Program leaders Location Cons Group pairing Strict rules Excessive amount of group reflection session
Program Details
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Locations
- Barcelona, Spain
- Granada, Spain
- Madrid, Spain
- San Sebastian, Spain
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Backpacking
- Climbing
- Cooking
- Cycling
- Dancing
- Eco Tours
- Ecology
- Heritage Tourism
- Hiking
- Homestay
- Horseback Riding
- Nature Tours
- Photography
- Soccer & Football
- Sports
- Student Tours
- Surfing
- Tours
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- Outdoor Education
- Languages
- Spanish
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
14-20
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- Language Lessons
- Course Materials
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- All Program Activity Costs
- Tuition & Fees
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- In-Country Transportation To & From Project
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Academic Credit
- Emergency Support
- Wifi Costs
- Welcome Dinner
- Group Meals
- Public Transportation Pass
- Required Equipment
- Guide / Chaperone
- In-Country Orientation
- Training
- Laundry
- Textbooks / Reading Materials
- Alumni / Networking Membership
- Teaching Practicum
- Certificate of Completion
- Souvenirs
Refund Policy
Non-refundable
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Home-stays
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
- High School 5th Year or More
- Some high school, no diploma
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some college credit, no degree
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Associate degree
- University Freshman (1st Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Other
- Written Application
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Spain by Train: Travel. Culture. Discovery. - A four-city journey across Spain designed for students who want immersive travel, cultural exploration, and personal growth. - You’ll travel through Granada, Madrid, San Sebastián, and Barcelona, guided by expert SGY leaders who bring Spain’s history, culture, and energy to life through interactive learning and local experiences. - Students stay in carefully vetted homestays that provide a welcoming environment, with opportunities to practice Spanish, share meals, and experience authentic local life. This program blends movement, reflection, and adventure, helping students build confidence, independence, and global perspective. Who is this program for? • High school seniors heading to college in September • Juniors looking for meaningful s...
Spanish Gap Year
Spanish Gap Year
Ready to Learn More?
Spain by Train: Travel. Culture. Discovery. - A four-city journey across Spain designed for students who want immersive travel, cultural exploration, and personal growth. - You’ll travel through Granada, Madrid, San Sebastián, and Barcelona, guided by expert SGY leaders who bring Spain’s history, culture, and energy to life through interactive learning and local experiences. - Students stay in carefully vetted homestays that provide a welcoming environment, with opportunities to practice Spanish, share meals, and experience authentic local life. This program blends movement, reflection, and adventure, helping students build confidence, independence, and global perspective. Who is this program for? • High school seniors heading to college in September • Juniors looking for meaningful s...
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