DAY 1: WELCOME TO MEXICO: LANGUAGE & CULTURE
Tuesday
Airport transfer upon arrival included. Welcome orientation (México Beyond Stereotypes)
Spanish language and icebreaker activities with fellow participants (greetings, everyday expressions, and cultural vocabulary). Overnight: México City

DAY 2: ANCIENT MEXICO: HISTORY IN CONTEXT
Wednesday
7:00 am
Breakfast included.
This morning, we will visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the most important Marian shrine in Mexico and one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world. We will learn about its history and its cultural and spiritual significance, as well as admire the original image of the Virgin of Guadalupe.
Afterward, we will visit the Teotihuacan Archaeological Zone, where we will visit the Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon, as well as learn about the history of pre-Hispanic civilizations. Lunch at a local restaurant is included. Return to the hotel.
Cultural Connection: Discover how history, faith, and traditions continue to shape everyday life in Mexico.
Reflection activity: Describe one moment from today's visit that surprised you. How did it change your understanding of Mexico's history or culture?
Learning goal: Practice Spanish while exploring Mexico's cultural and historical heritage through guided discussions and real-life interactions. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Overnight: México City

DAY 3: MEXICO´S CULTURAL HERITAGE
Thursday
7:00 am
Breakfast included.
Visit the National Museum of Anthropology.
After our visit, we will have a light lunch (Our meal will be at the Torre Latinoamericana, on the 51st floor, with an impressive view of the city). We will then continue to Chapultepec Castle, former imperial and presidential residence, with access included to tour its halls, gardens, and panoramic terraces. Return to the hotel and overnight stay included.
Cultural Connection: Discover how Mexico's history is preserved through its museums, monuments, and national symbols.
Reflection activity: Choose one object or place you saw today and describe it in Spanish using descriptive adjectives and complete sentences, then share your answer with a classmate.
Learning goal: Develop Spanish listening and speaking skills while exploring Mexico's museums and historical landmarks. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Overnight: México City

DAY 4: MEXICO CITY: A LIVING CLASSROOM
Friday
7:00 am
Breakfast included.
Walking tour of Historic Downtown, where we will visit the Zócalo, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Templo Mayor, and—if possible—enter the National Palace to discover the murals inside. Visit a traditional market to experience everyday life in Mexico City. Students will interview vendors, identify traditional foods, and complete a vocabulary challenge. Return to the hotel and overnight stay included.
Cultural Connection: Everyday conversations provide one of the best ways to understand Mexican culture and improve Spanish.
Reflection activity: What impressed you the most about today's experiences?
Learning goal: Practice conversational Spanish by interacting with local vendors, asking questions, and using everyday vocabulary in authentic settings. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: México City

DAY 5: ART, IDENTIFY & TRADITION
Saturday
7:00 am
Breakfast included.
Departure for Coyoacán, one of Mexico City's most iconic neighborhoods, where we will visit the Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul). Afterward, we will continue to Xochimilco to enjoy a traditional *trajinera* boat ride along its historic canals. We will enjoy a farewell dinner to celebrate the conclusion of this Spanish immersion experience, reminiscing about the trip's most special moments.
Cultural Connection: Art, music, and traditions are part of everyday life and help preserve Mexico's cultural identity.
Reflection activity: If you could tell a friend about today's experience, what would you say? Use at least five new Spanish vocabulary words.
Learning goal: Strengthen Spanish communication skills while exploring the art of Frida Kahlo and the traditions of Xochimilco. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Overnight: México City

DAY 6: PROGRAM WRAP-UP & DEPARTURE
Sunday, Jun 13 2027
7:00 am
Breakfast at the hotel, included.
Learning goal: “My Mexico Experience” (Student presentations in Spanish)
Certificate of Completion – Spanish Immersion in Mexico. Farewell group photo.
Transfer from the hotel to the airport included, depending on your flight time. Meals: Breakfast