BILBAO, SPAIN
Arrive: 0800 Friday June 27, 2014
Onboard: 1800 Monday June 30, 2014
Brief Overview: The city of Bilbao sits on the northern coast
of Spain in the Basque region and is a metropolis home to
over 1 million people. With a long history of heavy
industry, the city is now characterized by the works of
many talented and world-renowned architects. While
Canadian architect Frank Gehry’s famous Guggenheim
Museum remains a modern structural marvel and attracts
millions of visitors from around the globe each year, there
are numerous other museums that this city presents that
are not to be missed. Head into the Old Quarter; Bilbao’s
700-year-old city center that was once the scene of the
city’s commercial and port activities. The area is now a
pedestrian precinct lined with numerous shops and fantastic restaurants. On June 29, join the city as it
celebrates the Renaissance Church of San Pedro with various activities, local cuisine, and outdoor
concerts. ISE will offer a shuttle on June 29 to the nearby town of Sopelana so that students may enjoy the
festivities.
Lush, green mountains provide a lovely backdrop to the city, as well as the Nervion River that runs through
Bilbao. Stroll across the many bridges that connect the city, each one with a unique architectural design.
Walk up and down the banks of the river, or catch a Bilboat to tour the city by boat.
Surrounding: Exit the bustling city center and find yourself in the Rioja Alavesa to take in the beautiful
landscape and expansive vineyards. Visits to the local wineries in this area are popular among visitors.
Some trips by category for helpful planning:
Art and Architecture:
BIL 101-102: Bilbao & Guggenheim
BIL 103-103: Bilbao, A Night City Tour
Cultural Highlights:
BIL 105-201: San Sebastian & Hondarribia
BIL 106-201: Biarritz & Saint Jean de Luz
BIL 107-201: Santander & Santillana
BIL 111-401: Pamplona
BIL 112-401: La Rioja
Action/Adventure:
BIL 104-101: Photo Rally
BIL 102-101: Canoe & Bicycle
BIL 201-201: Multi-adventure in the Pyrenees
BIL 108-401: Riding a Horse on the Beach
BIL 109-301: Mundaka & Surf Day
Impact Event:
BIL 110-401: Voluntary Recovery Wild Animals Center
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Day 1: Friday, June 27
IMPORTANT: If you registered in one of the following courses, you have a field lab on this day.
Do not make any other travel plans as this is a designated class day in port for your course.
Field Labs
Bilbao, Spain
Friday, June 27
DRAM 2020 101
Professor Nancy Carr/Geno Carr
Acting I: Performance at Sea
SEMS 3500 103
Professor Nancy Carr/Geno Carr
Comparative Theater: From Page to Stage to Screen
ARTH 2599 102
Professor Betsy Chunko
Great Monuments
ENGR 2595 101
Professor Micheal Maniates
Energy for the World
ANTH 3240 101
Professor Christopher Morris
The Anthropology of Food
ARTS 1559 102
Professor Richard Robinson
Photography and the Photographic Essay
BIL 101-102
BILBAO & GUGGENHEIM
Bilbao is the industrial and financial
capital of the Basque country. The
Romans, who discovered iron ore
mines along the Nervion River which
cuts through Bilbao, built numerous
foundries on the banks of the river
which
today
are
undergoing
spectacular transformations and
renovations.
This tour explores Bilbao's Old Quarter with its famous narrow 'seven
streets', interesting architecture and Medieval heart; providing a stark
contrast to the ultra-modern and visually striking Guggenheim Museum,
which opened in 1997. The building and its remarkable structure are
rivaled by the contents of its galleries.
BIL 102-101
Half Day
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$79
$75
Child
TIME
$40
$38
Date
Time
June 27
1230
Return June 27
HIGHLIGHTS
1700
Depart
Two hours at the Guggenheim
Museum
Walking tour of Bilbao's Old Quarter
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 200
CANOE & BICYCLE
Get to know the city and love it from the seat of a canoe!
Your hour plus of paddling along the Nervión River will take you past
highlights including the Arriaga Theatre, the Guggenheim Museum, and
under many of the famed
bridged of Bilbao.
You’re not done yet! Change
clothes for a 90-minute guided
biking tour that will offer more
views and hidden areas of the
city. A 15-minute walk will
bring you back to the coach for
transfer to ship.
Half Day
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$114
$109
Child
TIME
$57
$55
Date
Time
June 27
0930
Return June 27
HIGHLIGHTS
1400
Depart
Bilbao by Canoe & Bicycle
Spectacular city views
Snacks
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 80
Please Note: Participants should wear a bathing suit and bring a change of clothing for the bike ride including closed-toe
shoes. Wetsuits provided for canoeing.
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BIL 104-101
AMAZING VOYAGE: PHOTO RALLY
Discover the vast artistic wealth and history of the city of Bilbao through
the art of photography on this “city orientation” with a competitive twist!
Divided into teams of
five people, each team
will be given a camera
and
some
basic
photography instruction.
Teams will be given
clues from where they
will go about the city on
foot, by bus, and by
underground to capture
the required photos, earning points for each photo taken. Participants will
have a total of 90 minutes to complete this adventure before returning.
Teams will then meet up for tapas lunch where pictures and awards will
be distributed.
Half Day
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$93
$88
Child
TIME
$46
$44
Date
Time
June 27
0945
Return June 27
HIGHLIGHTS
1415
Depart
Discover the city through a
photographic scavenger hunt
Use of public transportation
Light lunch of local tapas “pintxos”
Prizes for the winning team
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 50
-Taste of local tapas “pintxos” (3 per
person)
Prizes for the winning team
BIL 103-103
BILBAO, A NIGHT CITY TOUR
Come explore the unique city of
Bilbao under the cloak of night
on a guided coach tour!
Discover the Basque version of
tapas, called Pinxtos (PINCHoh) as you make your way
through the financial and
industrial capital of the Basque
country.
Gain a unique
perspective on the city as you
explore the many famous
landmarks during the night.
There will be several stops at
Pinxto bars to sample a variety
of these local savory snacks.
Evening
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$93
$88
Child
TIME
$46
$44
Depart
Date
Time
June 27
1915
Return June 27
HIGHLIGHTS
midnight
Artxanda Hill
Guided visit around the Transporter
Bridge
4 Pinxtos (Basque tapas)
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 100
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Day 2: Saturday, June 28
BIL 201-201
MULTI-ADVENTURE IN PYRENEES
2 Days/ 1 Night
The Pyrenees is the STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
large mountain range Adult
$334
$320
which
separates Child
$167
$160
northern Spain from TIME
the rest of Europe. This
Date
Time
450 km range of Depart June 28
0900
mountains stretches Return June 29
1700
from the Bay of Biscay HIGHLIGHTS
to the Mediterranean
Rafting
Sea. The mountains
Canyoning
are full of forests and MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25
valleys just waiting to be explored. It is also a hub for adventure sports, MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 40
such as whitewater rafting and canyoning. Are you ready to discover all that the Pyrenees has to offer?
-White Water Rafting: A guided whitewater rafting adventure with a
range of rapids.
-Canyoning: Descend into the natural canyons on this guided tour
which combines mountaineering with swimming and climbing. Are you
ready to jump off rock formations into natural pools of water? The
beautiful canyons of the Pyrenees are ready to be discovered!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Guests will be accommodated in triple or 4 person
rooms unless they request and pay an additional supplement of $42
for double or $52 for single occupancy.
Email request to [email protected]
This is a STRENUOUS trip. A waiver is required to participate in this activity.
FOR RAFTING -- Please bring: Sports shoes (these will get wet), Swimsuit, Towel
We provide you: Helmet, Life jacket, Neoprene suit, Paddle, inflatable raft and other safety equipment.
Rafting: No previous experience necessary, simply follow your guide’s instructions both before and during the trip.
It is essential that participants are able to swim.
FOR CANYONING -- Please bring: Mountaineering boots or other closed-toe, rubber-soled shoes (these will get wet),
Swimsuit, Towel We provide you: Neoprene suit and jacket, Helmet, Ropes and harnesses.
Participants need a level of general fitness which will allow you to spend a full day walking and not suffer vertigo. It
is essential that participants are able to swim.
ITINERARY
DAY 1:
Depart port for (four hour drive) Aragon
White Water Rafting
1830 Transfer to hotel for check-in and dinner
DAY 2:
0830 Spend the morning canyoning
Transfer back to Bilbao
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BIL 105-201
SAN SEBASTIAN & HONDARRIBIA
Few cities have earned such
appropriate
nicknames
as
San
Sebastian – 'The Beautiful', 'Pearl of
the Sea' and 'Incomparable'. A visit to
this charming medieval town built
around a crescent-shaped bay will
show you why. San Sebastian, or
Donostia, was made popular in 1886
by Queen Regent Maria Cristina and has been popular with Spanish
aristocracy ever since. The old town
is full of character and a perfect
place for strolling. Hondarribia, near
the French border is divided into two
parts – the upper town is the
medieval district and the lower
section is a fishermen's village.
BIL 106-201
BIARRITZ & SAINT JEAN DE LUZ
Full Day
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$103
$98
Child
TIME
$51
$49
Date
Time
June 28
0900
Return June 28
HIGHLIGHTS
1730
Depart
Medieval Castle “Parador” in
Hondarribia
Old town on San Sebastian
View from Mount Igeldo
Lunch at local restaurant
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 100
Full Day
Enjoy and experience the beauty and charm of the Basque Coast during STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
this full-day tour of Biarritz and Saint Jean de Luz, as well as lunch at a Adult
$124
$118
lovely local restaurant.
Child
$62
$59
Depart
the TIME
pier in Bilbao
Date
Time
for the 2-hour Depart June 28
0830
and
30- Return June 28
1700
minute drive HIGHLIGHTS
by
coach,
Basque Coast landscapes
crossing the
Lighthouse / Rocher de la Vierge
Biarritz
Pyrenees into
Picturesque Saint Jean de Luz
France.
A
Local Lunch Included
large
town
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
with several quarters, Biarritz is among the principal resorts on the Côte MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 50
Basque. Highlights include the palace on the beach at Biarritz, now the
world-class Hotel du Palais-Biarritz, and a center with natural springs at Eugenie les Bains in the Landes. Empress
Eugenie, wife of Napoleon III, erected both of these sites in the mid-19th century.
Visit the Rocher de la Vierge, where a glowing apparition in the form of the Virgin Mary was once believed to have
appeared on this legendary stone formation, guiding whalers safely ashore during a wicked storm. After lunch at a
local restaurant, enjoy a walking tour in Saint Jean de Luz, a lovely seaside resort and fishing port not far from the
Spanish border. In the town center, you will see the Medieval Spanish and Moorish architecture that adorns the old
buildings, fishing port, and narrow lanes.
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BIL 107-201
SANTANDER & SANTILLANA
The elegant city of
Santander is a coastal
town situated along the
bay of the Cantabrian
Sea.
The
historic
quarters of the city rest
against a beautiful
backdrop of mountains and views of the sea. Come explore the
promenade, the famous El Sardinero beach, and La Magdalena
Peninsula, on which the La Magdalena Park and the royal palace, which
was the summer residence of King Alfonso XIII, are situated.
Not far from Santander you may think you are in Italy, but its Santillana
del Mar, a beautiful medieval town developed around the collegiate
church of Santa Juliana. Its various defense towers and Renaissances
palaces make Santillana one of the most
important historical areas of Cantabria.
Full Day
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$100
$95
Child
TIME
$50
$48
Date
Time
June 28
0900
Return June 28
HIGHLIGHTS
1700
Depart
Dramatic views over the Coast
Palace and gardens of La
Magdalena
Old Collegiate church at Santillana
del Mar
Free time
for LUNCH25
on your own
MINIMUM
REGISTRATION:
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 50
Careful, you might think you’re in Italy!
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Day 3: Sunday, June 29
BIL 050-301
SHUTTLE TO SOPELANA
Half Day
On June 29, join the city as it celebrates the Renaissance Church of San
Pedro with various activities, local cuisine, and outdoor concerts. ISE will
offer a shuttle on June 29 to the nearby town of Sopelana so that
students may enjoy the festivities.
Please Note: Shuttle schedule and festival schedule of events will be available
on the ship.
BIL 202-301
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$12
$12
Child
TIME
$12
$12
Date
Time
Depart
June 29
ALL DAY
Return
June 29
ALL DAY
ARAGON OVERNIGHT
2 Days/ 1 Night
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$334
$320
Child
TIME
$167
$160
Depart Bilbao and
Date
Time
discover
the
Depart
June
29
0900
monuments
of
1830
Zaragoza on a Return June 30
HIGHLIGHTS
guided walking tour through the streets of the Aragon capital city. Located
Walking Tour of Zaragova
on the banks of the Ebro River, this city is rich in history dating back to
Guided visit to Basilica Nuestra
2,000 years ago. The different civilizations that settled Zaragoza are
Senora de Pilar
reflected in the numerous churches, basilicas, palaces, and city walls that
Tour of Monasterio de Piedra and
you will visit. At the Plaza del Pilar, you will find three of the city’s most
the Natural Park
emblematic buildings: The Pilar Basilica, La Lonja Palace, and San MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25
Salvador Cathedral (the “Seo). The tour also includes a visit to the interior MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 50
of the Basilica Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
On your second day, visit the Monasterio de Piedra.
During your tour of Monasterio, you will visit both the natural park as well
as the monastery itself. The natural park just outside of the monastery is
lush in vegetation, and a two hour walk through the park will take you
through its beautiful waterfalls, lakes and caves.
The Monastery, which was founded in the XII century, was built by the
Moors as a defensive and is an excellent example of XIII century
Cistercian architecture.
ITINERARY
DAY 1 (L, D):
Depart for Zaragoza
Boxed lunch from ship en route
Guided walking tour
Dinner and free time in the city
DAY 2 (B,L):
Breakfast and check-out of hotel
Depart for Monasterio de Piedra
Lunch
Return to Bilbao
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BIL 108-301
HORSEBACK RIDING FACING THE CANTABRIAN SEA & FESTIVAL
Full Day
If you ever imagined STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
riding a horse along a Adult
$102
$97
beautiful beach with Child
$51
$49
scenic views of the TIME
sea then this tour is
Date
Time
for you! Arrive in the Depart June 29
0930
town of Laredo, a Return June 29
1530
popular attraction on HIGHLIGHTS
the Cantabrian coast,
Horseback riding
where you will meet
Castro Urdiales for San Pedro
up with your guide at
Festival (2.5 hours)
El Sable stable. From there you will ride down to the Bay of Santoña, MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 40
which has one of the most beautiful beaches in the region.
After your ride, spend a few hours celebrating with the locals at the annual San Pedro festivities in the seaside
town of Castro Urdiales.
Please Note: Proper clothing and closed-toe shoes should be worn for horse riding. A waiver is required to participate in this
activity.
BIL 109-301
MUNDAKA SURF DAY & FESTIVAL
Join professor Robert Wilder for a
day of surfing followed by 2.5
hours of free time in the fishing
village of Mundaka to enjoy the
annual San Pedro Festival.
Surfing conditions in the summer
months are quite calm despite the
fame of the Mundaka wave (check it out here!). The surf school uses the
area called Playa de Llaida which is very safe and ideal to learn to surf for
all age groups, with no rocks or dangerous currents present.
Please Note: This is a strenuous activity. Participants must be able to
swim. Participants must bring Flip-flop, swimsuit and optional lycra t-shirt.
A change of clothes is recommended for free time in Mundaka.
Full Day
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$166
$158
Child
TIME
$83
$79
Date
Time
June 29
0930
Return June 29
HIGHLIGHTS
1700
Depart
Mundaka fishing village
Free time to enjoy San Pedro
Festival (2.5 hours)
Surf activity (90 min)
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 15
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 20
A waiver is required to participate in this activity.
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Day 4: Monday, June 30
IMPORTANT: If you registered in one of the following courses, you have a field lab on this day.
Do not make any other travel plans as this is a designated class day in port for your course.
Field Labs
Bilbao, Spain
Friday, June 27
SEMS 3500 503
Professor Mark Peters
Economic Development & Entrepreneurship [Group 1]
BIL 108-401
HORSEBACK RIDING FACING THE CANTABRIAN SEA
If you ever imagined
riding a horse along a
beautiful beach with
scenic views of the sea
then this tour is for
you! Arrive in the town
of Laredo, a popular
attraction
on
the
Cantabrian
coast,
where you will meet up
with your guide at El
Sable stable. From there you will ride down to the Bay of Santoña, which
has one of the most beautiful beaches in the region.
Half Day
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$102
$97
Child
TIME
$51
$49
Date
Time
June 30
0930
Return June 30
HIGHLIGHTS
1430
Depart
Horseback riding
Castro Urdiales town
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 40
Please Note: Comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes for riding mandatory. A waiver is required to participate in this activity.
BIL 110-401
VOLUNTARY RECOVERY WILD ANIMALS CENTRE
Calling all animal lovers: This recovery center serves as a shelter for
endangered wild fauna of the main species found in the Urdabai UNESCO
Biosphere Reserve area. With oak forests laying just meters from rich
aquatic vegetation, the wild animal center is full of environmental
diversity. During your visit, you will be assisting the staff in various tasks,
such as gardening and ground maintenance. You will
spend 2.5 hours at the recovery center, with an hour
of transportation each way.
Please Note: Participants should wear closed-toe shoes.
Half Day
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$72
$69
Child
TIME
$36
$35
Date
Time
June 30
0930
Return June 30
HIGHLIGHTS
1330
Depart
Service Activity
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 30
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BIL 111-401
PAMPLONA
The city of Pamplona has more to
offer than its famed Fiesta de San
Fermin and the encierro (running of
the bulls) that takes place early July.
The capital city of the Navarre region
is lined with cobble stone streets
and remnants of its medieval past.
Starting at La Magdalena Bridge,
enter into the walls of the old city
and explore the many beautiful and historic buildings, such as the churchfortresses of San Nicolas and San Saturnino, as well as the Museum of
Navarre and the Palace of the Kings of Navarre, which is home to the
General archives of Navarre. Not to be missed are the Chapel of San
Fermin, as well as the Plaza del Castillo, located at the heart of the city.
Full Day
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$83
$79
Child
TIME
$42
$40
Date
Time
June 30
0900
Return June 30
HIGHLIGHTS
1730
Depart
Pamplona- capital of Navarre and
famous for San Fermin
Visit to Old Part of Pamplona
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 50
Please Note: This tour involves around 1.5 miles walking on uneven surface.
BIL 112-401
LA RIOJA
Travel from the port of Bilbao to the inland,
Rioja wine region. This is a wonderful,
unique experience if you’re an enthusiast in
wine and food.
The Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España
(CVNE) was created in Haro,La Rioja, Spain,
in 1879. The museum is located on land belonging to the family of the
writer of fables, Samaniego. The Centre, equipped with the latest
technological systems, occupies a surface area of 2400 sq m.
Full Day
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$143
$137
Child
TIME
$72
$68
Date
Time
June 30
0830
Return June 30
HIGHLIGHTS
1730
Depart
Two vineyards & wine tasting
Local Lunch
Laguardia Wine Center
The museum contains exhibits that set out the history and rituals of wine MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
in an enjoyable manner: audiovisual effects, virtual testing of the aroma MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 100
of wine, mockups, etc. It is surrounded by a botanical garden with shrubs and spices brought here from all over the
world. After visiting we drive across the vineyards and will take a guided walking at the Laguardia Wine Center.
Please Note: guests under the age of 18 will enjoy a tasting “mosto” instead of wine
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