September is here, and students are returning to the classroom. We’re right in the middle of back-to-school season. Parents are busy with supply lists, the “cultural check” in Gandia, books, uniforms, backpacks, and school supplies… Teachers are getting started on planning for the new school year.
Why September Is the Best Time to Book
Organizing an entire school year is no easy task. Dates, activities, field trips, permits, budgets, changes in student enrollment, coordinating with families, the PTA, scholarships, and other administrative tasks. The logistical burden on a school during the academic year is real, and every decision made on time is one less thing to worry about in the months ahead.
Finalizing school field trips in September isn’t just about securing the best dates— though that’s part of it. It’s a strategic decision that brings stability to the planning for the entire school year. Once a field trip is confirmed, the school can notify families, make arrangements in advance, and focus its energy on day-to-day activities with the students.
At Indiana Tours, we’re already receiving requests for brochures and finalizing dates for the 2026–2027 school year. You don’t need to have everything decided yet. The approximate number of participants and the dates you have in mind are enough for us to send you all the information and prepare a personalized, no-obligation quote.
This school year, Indiana Tours is operating in four destinations in the Valencian Community. All are available to schools, groups, and associations.
The Holy Grail has been in Valencia Cathedral since 1437. And most students walk right past it—just two meters away—without even knowing it.
The Last Crusade is an adventure expedition through Ciutat Vella: tests of ingenuity, hieroglyphs, traps, and unexpected discoveries guided by Indiana Jones. Valencia’s medieval history, the mystery of the Holy Grail, and an architectural heritage that comes to life at every turn.
100% accessible tour. Available year-round for schools, groups, and associations for people with physical and intellectual disabilities.
More info here.
Pope Luna’s castle, medieval alleyways with centuries of secrets, and an adventure expedition in one of the best-preserved medieval settings in the Valencian Community.
Peñíscola was the residence of Pope Benedict XIII, known as Pope Luna, one of the most fascinating and controversial figures of medieval Europe. A man who ruled from this rock jutting out over the sea when the entire world had turned its back on him.
Inclusive and accessible to people with intellectual disabilities. Available year-round for schools and groups.
More info here.
Rodrigo de Borja became Pope Alexander VI. His son César was the most feared man in Europe. His grandson Francisco renounced all the family’s power and was canonized. Three generations. One city.
Borgia Territory is a dramatized expedition through the Ducal City: history, intrigue, and the secrets of the most fascinating family of the European Renaissance.
100% accessible tour. Available year-round for schools, groups, and associations for people with physical and intellectual disabilities.
Indiana Tours’ fourth destination arrives this school year! In 1550, the corsair Dragut sacked Cullera and forever changed the way the city viewed the sea. In 1808, the Holy Grail passed through these very streets while fleeing Napoleon’s troops. It was the first stop on the Path of Salvation.
Two true stories. One city. An experience that no textbook can replicate the way Indy does.
Inclusive and suitable for students with intellectual disabilities. Available year-round for schools and groups.
More info here.
Indiana Tours has a long history of working with elementary, middle, high school, and college schools and educational institutions, as well as with associations for people with functional and intellectual diversity and neurodivergent groups.
Each experience is tailored to the group, its level, and its needs. A group of elementary school students doesn’t have the same needs as a group of college students or an association or group of adults with intellectual disabilities. And that customization is part of what sets us apart.
Indiana Jones, masterfully portrayed by Jaco Müller, wins over every participant on this fun-filled tour of culture and adventure, regardless of age or educational level, engaging them in various activities that not only provide moments of fun, laughter, or intrigue but also ensure the story told stays with each of them.
An activity recommended by Tour and Kids, a family tourism club of which we have the pleasure of being a member of the board of directors, promoting sustainable, inclusive, and high-quality family tourism in the Valencian Community.
These awards attest to this commitment and the quality of the experience:
· The 2023 CreaTurisme Award for Best Accessible Experience in the Valencian Community.
· PREDIF and Turisme Comunitat Valenciana Accessible Tourism Seal of Approval.
· 2022 Innovation Award from the El Camino del Santo Grial Cultural Association.
· SICTED Seal of Commitment to Tourism Quality.
· Members of the Tour&Kids Board of Directors.
Frequently Asked Questions: School Field Trips 2026–2027
Can we book school field trips now?
Yes. We’re already finalizing dates for the 2026–2027 school year. The sooner you contact us, the more options you’ll have for choosing a date.
How do I request the information packet for each destination?
Email us at info@indianatoursvalencia.com or message us on WhatsApp at 626 217 327 with the name of your school, the approximate number of participants, your preferred language, and your proposed dates. We’ll send you the brochure and a personalized, no-obligation quote.
Are the tours accessible?
Valencia and Gandia are 100% accessible. Peñíscola and Cullera are inclusive and suitable for groups with intellectual disabilities and neurodivergent individuals. Due to the terrain in both towns, they are not adapted for people with limited mobility.
For which educational levels are the tours available?
For any level starting at age five: elementary, middle school, high school, and college. The content and activities are adapted to the group’s level.
In which languages can the tour be taken?
In Valencian, Spanish, English, and German.
When will Indiana Tours resume tours for private groups?
Soon. Follow us on social media to stay updated on upcoming tour dates.
Is your school already planning for the 2026–2027 school year?
Write to us and ask for the brochure for your favorite destination. We’re already finalizing dates, and those who contact us first get first dibs.
626 217 327
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A Note of Thanks: It’s been a different kind of summer for Indiana Tours. Jaco Müller has had surgery on his arm and is in the midst of his recovery. We’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who’s been with us these past few months: those of you who’ve followed our posts on social media and here on our site, those of you who’ve asked about Jaco, and those of you who’ve sent messages of encouragement. Thank you so much, friends and adventurous families!?
