Spain: Tapas, Service & Sea

Depart from your U.S. gateway airport with your Rustic Pathways Flight Leader. Travel with your group and get ready for an exciting week ahead.

For travelers not joining the chaperoned group flight, we will let you know the exact arrival and departure windows to meet up with the rest of your group.

Arrive in Barcelona and meet your Program Leaders. Travel to your accommodations, settle in, and enjoy a welcome dinner together. Spend time by the pool and relax with your group after the long journey.

Start your time in Spain with a community service project that connects you with local organizations in Barcelona. Work alongside your peers and learn directly from the community. Between service sessions, take time to explore—sample traditional snacks, visit markets and cafés, and walk the streets that make Barcelona unique.

Continue your journey exploring Barcelona’s culture through hands-on, expertly crafted experiences. Learn to cook dishes such as paella or Spanish tortilla in a cooking class. Take part in a flamenco dance workshop and design your own mosaic tile art. Balance these activities with the lighter outdoor activities: play a soccer match, wander historic neighborhoods, spend an afternoon at the beach, or ride up to Tibidabo for panoramic views of the city.

Spend the next two days enjoying Barcelona at the table and by the sea. Share tapas meals with your group, go shopping for souvenirs, and explore the city on foot. Head out for a beach afternoon or a boat ride on the Mediterranean. Evenings may bring more pool time and getting to know your new friends better.

Gather with your group for Rustic Ties, our closing ceremony. Reflect on your experiences, celebrate the friendships you’ve built, and talk about what you’ll take home with you.

Your Program Leaders will take you to the airport for your return flight and say Adiós, until the next time we meet again!