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Embark on a journey across two inspiring European destinations on this unforgettable summer travel program for teens. Soak up the sun with your new friends on Barceloneta Beach and marvel at Gaudí’s Sagrada Família in Barcelona. Then dive into the vibrant culture of Spain with a night of hands-on cooking, where you’ll create (and savor!) mouth-watering paella and tapas. Glide across the sparkling Mediterranean Sea on a thrilling tubing adventure in idyllic Nice. Visit glamorous Monte Carlo in nearby Monaco to spend a day at the beach. This small-group adventure allows teens to have some flexibility and spontaneity along the way during this exciting European adventure.
Please note that teens on this program participate in the first 8 days of the longer 12-day Barcelona, Nice & Florence program.
Taste the culture of Spain on an authentic tapas tour in Barcelona.
Marvel at Gaudí’s architectural creations on an interactive bike tour.
Laugh and lounge on the beaches of Barcelona and Nice.
Enjoy a thrilling tubing experience in the Bay of Angels.
Explore the opulent sights of Monte Carlo.
Stroll through Florence’s lively leather markets and sun-soaked piazzas.
Create and savor authentic paella during an interactive Spanish cooking class.
Backpack style traveling! Experience new cultures and exciting activities in a smaller, tight-knit travel group.
Hotels.
Includes breakfast and dinner daily.
Includes all recreation & activities listed.
Public transportation such as metro and bus. Train or internal flight between cities.
Up to 24 participants.
ON TOUR departures offer an age-appropriate program style for older teens completing grades 11 & 12.
A large traveler's backpack is needed as you will travel by train and metro throughout this program.
We can accommodate most dietary preferences and allergies.
Who are the staff and what are their qualifications?
Our staff are educators, guidance counselors, coaches, college and university students, former camp counselors, residence life coordinators, community volunteers, world travelers, and other leaders with diverse backgrounds. Many are former participants themselves who couldn’t get enough of the Westcoast experience! Learn more about our summer leaders.
What if I need to contact my teen during the program?
Participants may bring their cell phones so parents may call and message their kids directly. You may also contact our Communication Centers which serve as the official link between programs on the road and parents. We are staffed every day during the summer and have somebody on call for after hours emergencies ready to assist you 24/7.
What is the difference between an Active Teen Tour and a Global Adventure program?
Our Active Teen Tours offer larger group sizes (generally 35-48 participants) and travel in deluxe motor coaches. Accommodations include quality hotels and occasional fun college residences.
Global Adventures are smaller group experiences (generally up to 26 participants on all itineraries other than the 17, 20 or 25-day Greece & Italy, 20-day Greece & Portugal or 10-day Greek Islands, which varies from 24-36 participants.)
Groups travel by private motor coaches and occasional public transportation internationally, and use passenger vans in the USA. Select European programs travel exclusively by train and public transportation. While these programs have a slightly bigger focus on adventure travel, we stay in quality hotels and lodges, always ensuring a good night’s rest.