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Cosmopolitan cities, beautiful beaches, quaint medieval towns, and exciting nightlife; this trip for high schoolers across Spain and Portugal has it all! Grab your passport and sense of adventure and tour both large, metropolitan cities and small, off-the-beaten-path villages and beachside towns. Immerse yourself in the wonder of Spain’s artistic masterpieces, sample some tapas or maybe a pasteis de nata while trying some thrilling canyoning, kayaking, and surfing. This small-group experience is led by amazing summer leaders, and the expertly planned itinerary allows for flexibility and spontaneity along the way.
Please note on some dates that a limited number of participants depart on day 17 and new participants may join as the group continues on to Portugal.
Rappel down a waterfall at Peneda Geres National Park.
Prepare authentic delicacies at a Spanish cooking school.
Visit the Royal Palace of Madrid and rowboat in Retiro Park.
Hang ten at surf school on the Costa da Caparica.
Chill on Mediterranean beaches.
Visit the historic city of Toledo, the Alhambra and Sagrada Familia.
Sail and snorkel in the Mediterranean Sea.
Visit the storied FC Barcelona soccer stadium and fan showcase.
Wander through the San Miguel and La Boqueria markets.
Taste Lisbon’s world-famous pastries at Pasteis de Belem.
Show your moves at a flamenco dance class and live show.
Kayak through fascinating rock formations in Lagos.
Experience new cultures and thrilling activities in a smaller, tight-knit travel group.
Hotels.
Includes breakfast and dinner daily.
Includes all recreation & activities listed.
Deluxe, private motor coach and occasional public transportation within cities.
Up to 26 participants.
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.