Field Trips for Valencia, Spain

You are encouraged to participate in the organized field trips, whcih are included in your program fees. These excursions generally take place on weekends. Destinations may change at the discretion of the Resident Director.

The following are possible destinations, view term calendars for specifics. Due to continually evolving COVID-19 regulations some tours and field studies may or may not be available during the term you choose to study abroad.

La Albufera Natural Park and The Aquarium

The park is home to the largest lake in Spain and one of the most important wetland areas in the Iberian Peninsula. It is a place of great ecological interest with rare species of wading birds and a rich variety of wildlife. You will also visit the largest aquarium in Europe.

Montanejos

Montanejos is a little town, famous for its natural beauty and waters springs which maintain a yearlong temperature of 20-25ºC. Legend says the Moorish King, Abu Zeit, built these baths’ so that queens could bathe there and never lose their beauty. After enjoying the hot springs you'll have lunch. For those who want to practice adventure sports, in the afternoon, there will be an opportunity to raft in the rapids of the Mijares River or kayak in Embalse de Arenoso.

Peñíscola

You will walk along the historic streets of the fortified seaport of Peñíscola and visit culturally significant monuments while enjoying a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean Sea.

Dénia and Las Rotas

Modern day Dénia is the heir of very diverse cultures—Iberian, Roman, Islamic, and Christian civilizations. All of which left their mark by means of monuments, museums, archaeological ruins, and neighborhoods. Les Rotes is a 4 km rock beach, virgin and wild, ending in what is for many the most beautiful enclave of the city.

Vall d'Uixó and St. Joseph Caves

La Vall d'Uixó is situated in the spurs of Serra d'Espadà, in a valley devoted to citrus farming, and surrounded by coastal mountains. On the outskirts of the city centre are the caves of San José, which can be visited either on foot or by taking a boat ride through its passages.

Sagunto/Serra Calderona

Sagunto is located close to the Costa del Azahar on the Mediterranean and is known for its ancient Iberian and Roman ruins of Saguntum. The Serra Calderona Mountains are home to caves, deep river gorges, and a natural park. They were once feared as the home of highwaymen and bandits, but today you're more likely to encounter hikers and rock climbers.

Serra Calderona and St. Joseph Caves in La Vall d'Uixó

The Serra Calderona is a natural park in Valencia, home to caves and deep river gorges. They were once feared as the home of highwaymen and bandits, but today you're more likely to encounter hikers and rock climbers.

La Vall d'Uixó is situated in the spurs of Serra d'Espadà, in a valley devoted to citrus farming, and surrounded by coastal mountains. On the outskirts of the city centre we find the caves of San José, which can be visited either on foot or by taking a boat ride through its passages.

Xàtiva & Wine Cellar Tour

The ancient core of this special city was officially declared a Site of Historical and Artistic Interest in 1982. You will visit the streets of the old quarter, the famous castle, and admire its spectacular collection of monuments born of a turbulent past and present. Next, visit Celler del Roure, a family winery owned by Paul Calatayud, that is recovering a local vine variety that is almost extinct and making a great wine with it, Maduresa.

Vegetable Gardens of Valencia

Explore Valencia at the roots by bike. We'll cycle out to a typical Valencian place among orange trees and orchards. You'll make a traditional paella with orange wood and learn how to make horchata with fartons (a type of sweet dough made for dipping).