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Field Trips for Bilbao / Getxo, Spain

We highly recommend students participate in the following organized field trips, which are included in your program fees. Some trips may be mandatory for specific classes and will be led by the Resident Director, instructors, or International Office staff.

Please note that destinations may only be available during certain terms and are subject to change at the discretion of the Resident Director or on-site staff.

The following are possible field trip destinations, with further details provided upon arrival.

Three students enjoying traditional Basque food in French Basque country.French Basque Country and Fuenterrabia

Explore the picturesque fishing village of St.-Jean-de-Luz and Fuenterrabia. Once one of the most important fishing ports of France, Saint-Jean-de-Luz has now become an easy-going beach resort town with colorful timbered Basque houses. Cross the French/Spanish border by boat to gorgeous medieval town of Fuenterrabia.

Students standing in front of wine barrels touring one of the many wineries in Laguardia, Spain.Laguardia, La Rioja

Laguardia is the capital of La Rioja Alavesa, the biggest and world-known wine region in northern Spain. Its cobbled streets, walls and emblazoned houses turn a walk through Laguardia into a journey to the past. Visit one of its many impressive wineries and learn about the wine making process. Laguardia's historical monuments are also remarkable. Located on a hillock, the town still preserves its medieval layout.

Students mimicking a statue they're standing in front of in Pamplona, Spain.Pamplona

Pamplona, the capital of Navarra, Spain is by far the largest and most noteworthy city of the area. It hosts one of the world’s biggest parties, the festival of San Fermín, where the exhilarating “Running of the Bulls” takes place. But Pamplona has more to offer, such as its beautiful Old Town and the citadel park.

People kayaking in the Bay of La Concha in San Sebastián, Spain.San Sebastián

Donostia - San Sebastián, the tourist capital of Euskadi, is the gem of the Cantabrian coast, spread out between two hilly promontories and flanking the beautiful Bay of La Concha.

The remains of the old town lie at the base of Monte Urgull. With its narrow streets, bars and small restaurants, this district has considerable character. Enjoy kayaking in its bay and explore the small Santa Clara island.

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