Santiago de Compostela is an ideal destination for a study trip, offering a welcoming, safe, and manageable environment. With a population of approximately 90,000 residents and a compact layout—just 45 minutes on foot from one end of the city to the other—Santiago combines the charm of a small town with the richness of a cultural capital.

The city has been widely recognized for both its historic significance and its commitment to preservation. Among its distinctions are:

• Designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Recipient of the European Town Planning Prize

• Awarded the Europa Nostra Prize for excellence in the restoration and conservation of cultural heritage

• Named a European City of Culture in 2000, alongside Avignon, Bergen, Bologna, Brussels, Krakow, Helsinki, Prague, and Reykjavik

Santiago’s deep cultural heritage, along with its thoughtful urban development and welcoming atmosphere, make it an exceptional setting for academic and cultural immersion.

We set the course content in collaboration with the group's teachers.

The main goal of our courses is that the students have the opportunity to practice the Spanish language they already manage and give them the resources to improve their listening and speaking skills.

Some of the lessons take place out of the classroom, so the students can interact in controlled real situations.

Contents can be adapted to cover all specific needs of each group: new contents, review of difficult grammar issues, culture and civilisation topics that the group leader may propose, training for specific exams, etc.

Students can choose from several types of accommodation during their stay. Host family stays provide a cultural immersion experience with shared meals, a private or shared bedroom, laundry service, and packed lunches for off-site activities. Students are treated as members of the household and are accompanied to school on the first day.

Single rooms are available at no extra cost when there is an odd number of boys or girls in a group.

Hotel or student residence accommodations can also be arranged for school groups. These options are subject to availability at the time of enrollment, with final prices and conditions based on the original quote.

• MONDAY - FRIDAY

• 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM - LESSONS

• 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM - BREAK

• 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM - LESSONS

• LUNCH

• AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES

• City orientation tour

• Spanish cooking workshop

• Photo Rally

• Visit to the Ethnographic Museum

• Latin dancing: salsa

• Cultural workshop: High five!–Visit to Pilgrimage Museum

• Visit to the Cathedral roof–Visit to Casa de La Troya

To complement your course or cultural stay in Santiago, we’ve curated a selection of optional activities, excursions, and guided visits. These experiences are designed to help you immerse yourself in the Spanish language, discover the richness of local culture, and explore the historical villages and stunning landscapes that surround us. Prices are listed per participant.

Duration: 1.5 hours

Santiago de Compostela is a city full of interesting places and nice historical anecdotes. We will have a walk through the city and discover its secrets

Duration: 1.5 hours

Struggling to connect with Spaniards or understand local social norms? You're not alone — and it's perfectly normal.

Join this interactive workshop to explore key cultural behaviors, improve integration, and better understand Spanish customs.

Duration: 2 Hours

Grab your camera and hit the streets! Discover, explore, and snap the city from fresh angles. A fast, fun challenge for young creatives. Ready to see the city differently?

Duration: 1.5 hours (min. 10 students)

Feel the rhythm and move to the beat! Learn the basics of salsa or sharpen your skills in this lively and energizing dance session.

Duration: 2 hours

Cook, learn, and taste! Guided by a professional, you’ll prepare some of Spain’s most iconic dishes — then enjoy your creations with drinks included.

Duration: 1.5 hours

Step into Galicia’s past inside a 15th-century convent. Explore traditional culture through art, architecture, music, the sea, and everyday life.

Duration: 1.5 hours

Discover how pilgrimages helped shape Santiago. This museum explores the city’s origins, its cultural heritage, and its connection to the Camino de Santiago.

Duration: 1 hour

Travel back to 19th-century student life in this recreation of a historic boarding house, made famous in the novel La Casa de la Troya.

Duration: 1 hour

Enjoy breathtaking views of Santiago from above and discover the architectural history behind the city’s most iconic monument — the Cathedral.

(1.5 hours)

Equipped with phones or cameras, students team up to complete fun challenges with the help of locals—using only their Spanish skills. The activity ends with a light-hearted session reviewing and discussing the photos.

(2 hours)
Students take the stage to sing their favorite songs, show off their vocal skills, and enjoy a lively afternoon of music, laughter, and fun—complete with non-alcoholic drinks.

(1.5 hours)
In this creative team challenge, students become marketers, working together to develop catchy slogans and eye-catching visuals for a fictional campaign.

(1.5 hours)
Students become editors and journalists, writing real or fictional news stories in Spanish and designing the front page of their very own newspaper.

(1.5 hours)
A teacher leads the group in watching Spanish short films or listening to Spanish music, followed by engaging and fun listening comprehension activities.

(1.5 hours) A lively session exploring the unique traits of Galician culture and identity, using advertising and media to examine common stereotypes and local traditions.

(1.5 hours)
Spanish isn’t the only language spoken in Spain. In this workshop, students learn about the country’s rich linguistic diversity—including Catalan, Galician, and Basque—and why these languages matter.

(2.5 hours)
Experience the spirit of the Camino by walking the final 5 km from Monte do Gozo to the Cathedral of Santiago. Along the way, students engage with fellow pilgrims and explore the cultural and historical impact of this journey.

(2 hours)
Led by experienced instructors, students enjoy a fun-filled afternoon playing classic traditional games such as stilts, rods, rana, llave, boules, balance games, and archery.

(2 hours)
Students take part in casual sports activities like five-a-side football, basketball, volleyball, and ping-pong. This session is self-guided, with no supervision from professional instructors.

(1.5 hours)
A guided culinary experience where students sample a variety of traditional Spanish and Galician tapas, accompanied by a local drink.

(1 hour)
A guided visit to the renowned Romanesque entrance of Santiago’s Cathedral. Crafted by Maestro Mateo, the Pórtico de la Gloria features intricate stone carvings depicting scenes from the Apocalypse and is considered a masterpiece of medieval art.

Students visit a local winery near Santiago that produces wines under the Rías Baixas designation. The tour includes an overview of the winemaking process, followed by a tasting. Travel is by private bus, accompanied by school staff.

Students enjoy a relaxing afternoon at some of Galicia’s most pristine beaches, located in stunning natural settings with high ecological value. As these beaches are not reachable by public transport, private bus travel is arranged.

A scenic walk through the countryside surrounding Santiago de Compostela. The route passes traditional Galician villages, stone houses, restored watermills (muíños), and grain stores (hórreos), offering insight into rural life and local heritage. The trail is easy, but comfortable shoes and water are recommended.

This visit explores the historic maritime city of Pontevedra, known for its beautifully preserved old town and award-winning pedestrian areas. Students discover its rich civil and religious architecture while walking through charming streets and plazas. Travel is by train and includes a professional tour guide.

A visit to this coastal town in the Ría de Arousa, known for its central beach and scenic seaside promenade leading to Carril, famous for its high-quality clams. Students can enjoy a relaxed stroll, sample local tapas, and take in the waterfront views. Travel is by train with a professional tour guide.

This coastal adventure includes time on some of Galicia’s finest beaches and visits to two remarkable sites: Castro Baroña, a pre-Roman settlement dramatically set on a peninsula, and Corrubedo Natural Park, known for its impressive sand dunes and unspoiled coastline. The schedule is flexible to allow for extended beach time, weather permitting. Transportation is by private bus with a professional guide.

Explore Galicia’s second-largest city on a guided tour by private bus. Highlights include the scenic sea promenade, Riazor Beach, and the UNESCO-listed Roman lighthouse, Torre de Hércules. The itinerary also includes visits to the Old Town for shopping and tapas, as well as the seaside aquarium and the interactive museum Domus – House of Man. Beach time is included, weather permitting. Entry to Torre de Hércules is optional.

Experience one of the most meaningful sections of the Camino de Santiago on this guided 18 km walk. Along the route, a teacher-guide shares insights on the Camino’s history, cultural significance, and its influence across Europe. The walk offers a deep dive into Galician traditions and a chance to connect with the atmosphere of the pilgrimage, as experienced by thousands each year.

Travel to Cape Finisterre, once thought to be the edge of the known world, located on the Atlantic coast. The trip includes a visit to the Fishing Museum and a stop in Muros, a town known for its well-preserved seaside architecture. Depending on the weather and group preference, there's also time to relax on nearby beaches. Includes private bus and a professional guide.

Discover the southern Galician coast with stops in Combarro, a historic fishing village famed for its traditional coastal architecture, and the stunning beaches of O Grove. The itinerary can be adjusted to allow more beach time based on group interests. Travel is by private bus with a professional guide. Optionally, a boat tour to mussel farming platforms can be arranged upon request.

Explore the Cíes Islands, part of the Atlantic Islands National Park, located at the mouth of Vigo Bay. Known for their unspoiled beaches, dramatic cliffs, and rich birdlife, the islands offer a peaceful escape in a pristine natural setting. A professional guide leads the visit, which includes private bus transport to Vigo and a boat ride to the islands.

Visit one of Galicia’s most breathtaking landscapes, featuring deep river canyons, ancient monasteries, terraced vineyards, and lush forests. This excursion includes a guided walk through the vineyards and insight into the region’s historic wine-making tradition. Travel is by private bus with a professional guide. Optional add-ons include a catamaran ride through the canyons or a visit to a traditional winery.

Enjoy a 3-hour beginner’s surf course on one of Galicia’s top beaches, led by specialized instructors. The session includes both theory and hands-on practice, promising a fun and active day at the beach. All nautical equipment, insurance, and private bus transport to and from Santiago are included.

Our pilgrimage begins with an arrival in Santiago and an introductory briefing before transferring to Sarria, the official start of our journey. Over six stages, we walk through the heart of Galicia, covering approximately 100 kilometers/62.14 miles. From the forests and farmlands between Sarria and Portomarín to the historic churches of Eirexe and Melide, each stage reveals the cultural and natural richness of the region. We pass through traditional villages, sample local specialties such as queso de Ulloa and aguardiente, and witness centuries-old traditions embedded in the landscape. The final stage leads us to Monte do Gozo, where we catch our first glimpse of Santiago’s cathedral before completing our walk through the city’s historic streets. In Santiago, we celebrate our achievement with a guided visit and receive the Compostela certificate.

We begin with a morning transfer to Sarria, the starting point for many pilgrims. The route passes through forests, meadows, and small villages before crossing the Miño River into Portomarín. The town features the 12th-century church of San Nicolás. Dinner and overnight in Portomarín.

This walk leads through rural areas and villages. In Eirexe, we stop to see a small church dedicated to Santiago. Nearing Palas de Rei, we view Pico Sacro and can try Queso de Ulloa. Dinner and overnight in Palas de Rei.

We pass through the villages of Leboreiro and Furelos, each with small chapels. The day ends in Melide, known for its traditional food. Dinner and overnight in Melide.

The route continues through Boente and Castañeda along quiet paths. We arrive in Arzúa, a town noted for its local cheese. Dinner and overnight in Arzúa.

Walk through villages, fields, and eucalyptus woods. Names like A Calzada and A Rúa reflect the Camino's history. Pilgrim cafés and rest stops line the way. Dinner and overnight in O Pedrouzo.

The final stage passes through woodlands to Monte do Gozo, where we first see Santiago’s Cathedral. We continue into the city and visit the Cathedral. After a guided tour, we collect our Compostela certificate.