Salamanca & Avila

We begin our walking tour in Salamanca with two cathedrals next to the Río Tormes. Other highlights include the University and the Plaza Mayor. The group enjoys free time to have lunch, go to the market, or visit the cathedral tower steps for incredible views before continuing to Avila. In Avila, we can savor Santa…

Toledo

We visit the cathedral and learn about the architecture and artwork, including many works by El Greco. We then walk through the Jewish neighborhood, visiting the Santa María la Blanca Synagogue. During your free time, you can explore the city, learn about Damascene and Toledo’s steel, shop, and try the city’s specialty, marzipan.

Madrid

We travel by public bus to Spain’s capital, Madrid, and learn about taking the subway to the city’s center arriving at the Puerta del Sol. From there, we take a walking tour including the Palacio Real, Plaza Mayor, Prado Museum, and other key monuments, finishing at lunchtime.

Alcázar of Segovia

We have a guided tour through the Alcázar of Segovia, where Queen Isabella was crowned in 1474. While in the Alcazar, you may also climb the tower of Juan Il for a beautiful view of the city of Segovia and its surrounding countryside.

Dachau Concentration Camp

The first concentration camp opened in Germany; Dachau is located on the outskirts of Munich. We spend a day at the camp, allowing each student to see the remaining camp and the temporary and permanent exhibitions on display.

Munich Day Trip

All students and faculty travel by train to Munich in the morning, pursue a number of curriculum-related activities (exhibitions, museums, exploring) and return late in the evening. The excursion is included in the general program cost.

Vienna Excursion

All students and faculty travel together to Vienna, Austria’s capital city, to pursue a number of opportunities for 4 days and 3 nights before returning to Salzburg. The city has come alive in recent years in its food, art, and music, and KIIS students sample Vienna’s rich history and artistic life through performances, exhibitions, and…

The Festung Hohensalzburg

The gigantic cliff-top fortress that looms over the city of Salzburg was constructed in the 11th century. In addition to offering breath taking views of the city, it houses several extraordinary exhibits. The excursion focuses on the events of past centuries that shaped the city of Salzburg and its musical life.

The Dom zu Salzburg

Built in the year 774, this glorious marble cathedral has 12 full centuries of history hidden within its walls. We explore the edifice and its underground crypt to discover the deeper meaning of its paintings, frescos, and sculptures, the symbols of its architecture, its musical components, and its relationship to the city of Salzburg in…