Spain/Portugal: Summer Field Study
SPN 295F: Spain/Portugal - Walking the Camino: A Journey of Learning, Culture, and Connection
Are you ready to step onto one of the world's most legendary pilgrimage routes? This immersive field study blends adventure, culture, and learning as you explore sustainable tourism, intercultural connections, and responsible travel—all while walking the last 100 kilometers of the Camino de Santiago (the Way of St. James) in northern Spain. To officially complete the journey, we will walk from the city of Porto in Portugal to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, earning a place among centuries of pilgrims. Along the way, we will visit historical sites, from medieval cathedrals to ancient monasteries; learn about local traditions and gastronomy; journey through picturesque villages and scenic landscapes; and experience firsthand the significant impact of pilgrimage and tourism in the region while connecting with travelers from all over the world in the Camino’s spirit of unity and diversity. The Camino is more than just a walk—it's a profound journey that expands your perspective and invites you to join a centuries-old global tradition. ¡Buen camino, peregrino!
Program Details
- Program Leaders: Patricia Tome and Rosana Diaz-Zambrana
- Program Location: Walking from Porto, Portugal to Santiago de Compostela, Spain
- Tentative Travel Dates: Summer Break, 2026
- Credit: 2 Credit/No Credit
- Prerequisites: None
- Course Requirements: Pre-departure meetings, presentation, 5-page essay, post-program meeting and assessment.
- Anticipated Number of Students: 12
- Estimated Program Fee: $4,000.00
- Program Fee Includes: Tuition, housing, some meals (breakfast and lunch), program administration, and emergency insurance.
- Visa: Not required for U.S. citizens
- Special Notifications: This field study involves extensive walking from Porto, Portugal to Santiago de Compostela, Spain. Students should be prepared for substantial walking and uneven ground or pavement (and some more strenuous hiking), some of which require the use of stairs. Students with sensitivity to seasickness or motion sickness should be prepared. High-altitude activities or those that could induce a fear of heights. Please contact International Programs for more information.
- * All dates are tentative and subject to change depending on the final number of students, final costs and other considerations.
- ** Estimated costs for all programs are based on anticipated numbers of students, current exchange rates and commercial airfares. Costs are subject to change. Final prices will always be communicated to accepted students before they commit to the program.
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