School Language Trips to Valencia

FAQs about this tour

Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

• Are language lessons always in a classroom?

  Not always! Some language schools may be able to offer paella cooking classes, sports on the beach and a treasure hunt (which is a quiz around an area or the city where questions take students place to place, encouraging them to use their Spanish to interact with people and places).

  You’ll combine language learning with a fun, and often, cultural activity – giving your students real bang for their linguistic buck!

• Will our students experience Valencian culture?

  Valencia is a cultural hotspot, with excursions like the Paella Cooking Workshop, Fallas and Bullfighting Museums brilliant places to give you and your students a perfect window into aspects of a classic Valencian lifestyle.

  And if that’s not enough, you can soak in the Old Town romance, feel the vibe from a bustling Central Market, take in green, happening spaces like Turia Park, or embrace the electric feel of a Mestalla Football Stadium Tour – there’s so much to see and do in this thriving city!

• Which airport do I fly into when visiting Valencia?

  There are a couple of terminals available in Valencia and Alicante airports.

  Whichever airport you fly in to, all transfers and coach travel will be seamlessly organised from the point of touchdown to when you fly back home.

• Can I talk to Rayburn Tours whilst out on tour?

  Yes, a 24-hour emergency phone number will be provided in your final documents pack and one of our experienced members of staff will be happy to help with any problems you have whilst out on tour.

• What would happen if our flights are delayed or cancelled?

  In the event that your flights are cancelled or delayed by the airline, then the airline will offer us an alternative flight for your group and payment under the delayed departure section of your insurance would be applicable. EU airlines and carriers are subject to the EU Directive regulation 216/2004. Insurance policies do cover delayed flights and in the first instance party leaders would need to call the insurance company for further details.

  For groups travelling with our insurance (provided by Endsleigh Insurance Services Ltd) we would be able to call on your behalf. Delayed cover through Endsleigh Insurance Services Ltd entitles each person to claim up to £100, dependent on the length of delay, which can then be used to offset any additional expenses that may have been incurred.

  We will offer your group continued support via our 24-hour emergency phone; we will liaise with our contacts at the relevant airline and accommodation centres, if necessary, and continue to communicate with you throughout until your flight departs.

• Is all of your accommodation audited in advance?

  Yes, all of our accommodation is audited prior to us offering it to a group. The criterion of these audits is governed by the School Travel Forum (STF). It is important to remember that each country is governed by their own standards and laws and these may differ from UK law. However, we require our accommodation to meet our standards as a minimum. We work with the hotels and agents to endeavour to ensure that our standards are met.

• Is insurance included with my trip?

  Yes, insurance will be included in your trip quotation as standard unless it is requested not to be. Make sure you check the list of inclusions in your quotation and/or confirmation.

• What should students pack for school language trips to Valencia?

  Here are some of the essentials that students should bring on a a Spanish language school trip Valencia (please note that some items are seasonal):

  Travel documents: 

  • Passport 
  • Visa (if required) 
  • GHIC card 

  Clothing: 

  • Socks 
  • Underwear 
  • Tshirts 
  • Shorts/trousers 
  • Waterproof coat 
  • Jumper 
  • Pyjamas 
  • Outfits for downtime/ evening meal 
  • Appropriate footwear 

  Personal care 

  • Toiletries- shampoo, bodywash, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, sanitary products 
  • Medication  

  Environmental protection items 

  • SPF 
  • Hat/cap 
  • Lip balm 
  • Insect repellent 
  • Woolly hat  
  • Scarf 
  • Gloves 
  • Thermal layers 

  Other 

  • Chargers for electrical devices 
  • Plug adapters 
  • Card games 
  • Book 
  • Portable gaming device