Why Inclusive Leisure Really Matters
Leisure is not a luxury. It is a basic human need. And yet, when it comes to people with functional or intellectual disabilities, access to cultural, recreational, and adventure experiences—even though we’ve made great strides—there is still much work to be done, both in the classroom with support resources and outside the classroom at the community and societal levels.
The statistics are clear: more than 15% of the world’s population lives with some form of disability. In Spain, more than four million people have an officially recognized disability. And yet, truly inclusive recreational opportunities—designed so that everyone can participate on equal terms—remain scarce.
Inclusive leisure isn’t just a matter of physical accessibility. It’s a matter of dignity, self-esteem, and personal development. When a person with an intellectual disability solves a puzzle, uncovers a historical secret, or finds the Holy Grail alongside Indiana Jones, they are not engaging in a therapeutic activity. They are living an adventure. They are learning. They are getting excited. They are, quite simply, taking center stage. This strengthens their self-esteem and increases their desire to learn and participate.
Therefore, it has an impact that goes far beyond the moment: it reinforces autonomy, stimulates curiosity, fosters teamwork, and creates lasting memories.
Families and organizations that work with neurodivergent individuals know this better than anyone: finding an experience that truly works for every member of the group—one that leaves no one out and generates genuine excitement—is harder than it seems.
That is exactly what Indiana Tours has been building for the past five years. Planning a tour and ensuring that every single participant is fully engaged without distraction is a challenge in these cases; however, it is precisely what most centers and organizations for people with functional and intellectual disabilities highlight at the end of the tour.
Here, we don’t follow a script—some get it, and some don’t. Here, Jaco Müller, who plays Indiana Jones, makes sure every participant grasps the story and feels the excitement, taking their limitations into account but regardless of their condition. Each participant follows the tour’s narrative and takes part in the various activities—whether as an observer or an active participant—as well as in the intriguing quest for the Holy Grail.
Providing access to culture and adventure isn’t an option—it’s a responsibility
To have an exciting experience, to learn history in a playful and fun way, and to feel like the protagonist of a real adventure is everyone’s right. Without exception.
That’s what we’ve built at Indiana Tours, and that’s what sets us apart.
What Is Indiana Tours: A Real Adventure Expedition
Indiana Tours isn’t just a tour led by someone dressed up as Indiana Jones telling a story. It’s a two-hour real-life adventure expedition where every participant takes center stage.
Jaco Müller, a street performer with over 26 years of experience on stages throughout Spain, challenges groups to solve puzzles, unravel mysteries, and follow clues through the historic center of each city. At the end of the tour, the look on the participants’ faces when they find the Holy Grail is priceless.
This summer, Jaco is taking some time to recover from an injury. But he’ll be back soon, with new routes, adventures, and expeditions. And this school year, he’s debuting a new destination: Cullera, with the tour “Cullera: In the Footsteps of Pirate Dragut.”
Four Destinations for the 2026–2027 School Year
Indiana Tours operates in four destinations across the Valencian Community, each with its own history, its own character, and its own adventure. All are available to associations and groups of people with physical and intellectual disabilities.
Valencia: The Last Crusade: 100% accessible
The Holy Grail has been in Valencia Cathedral since 1437. And most people walk right past it—just two meters away—without even realizing it. “The Last Crusade” is an adventure expedition through Ciutat Vella: tests of ingenuity, hieroglyphs, traps, and unexpected discoveries.
This 100% accessible tour is certified by the PREDIF Accessible Tourism Seal and Turisme Comunitat Valenciana. Available year-round for groups and organizations.
Gandia: Borgia Territory: 100% accessible
Rodrigo de Borja became Pope Alexander VI. His son César was the most feared man in Europe. His grandson Francisco renounced all power and was canonized. Three generations. One city.
Borgia Territory is a dramatized tour of the Ducal City, featuring all the history, intrigue, and secrets of the most fascinating family of the European Renaissance.
100% accessible tour. Available year-round for groups and organizations.
Peñíscola: The Last Crusade: inclusive and suitable for individuals with intellectual disabilities
Pope Luna’s castle, medieval alleyways steeped in centuries of secrets, and an adventure tour in one of the best-preserved medieval settings in the Valencian Community.
Due to Peñíscola’s terrain—which includes slopes and stairs—the tour is not adapted for visitors with limited mobility. However, it is fully inclusive and suitable for groups with intellectual disabilities and neurodivergent individuals, taking into account each member’s needs and adapting the experience so that everyone can enjoy it.
Cullera: Dragut and the Path to Salvation: New Destination for 2026–2027—Inclusive and Suitable for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Indiana Tours’ fourth destination launches this school year. In 1550, the corsair Dragut sacked Cullera. In 1808, the Holy Grail passed through this city while fleeing Napoleon. Two true stories. One city. An experience no textbook can replicate.
Due to the unique characteristics of Cullera, the tour is not adapted for people with limited mobility. However, it is fully inclusive and suitable for groups with intellectual disabilities and neurodivergent individuals. As with the Peñíscola tour, we take each participant’s individual needs into account and adapt the experience so that everyone can enjoy it.
Why Indiana Tours and Inclusion Go Hand in Hand
Our experience working with groups with functional and intellectual diversity is long-standing. For years, we’ve been adapting the experience to each group, each need, each pace, and each educational level. We know what works. We know how to create a space where every participant—without exception—feels part of the adventure while also feeling safe.
Institutional recognition and our clients’ reviews attest to this commitment.
— 2023 CreaTurisme Award for Best Accessible Experience in the Valencian Community, presented by Ximo Puig at FITUR Madrid.
— PREDIF Accessible Tourism Seal, as part of the Valencian Community Tourism Authority’s 2021–2025 Accessible Tourism Program.
— 2022 Innovation Award from the El Camino del Santo Grial Cultural Association.
— SICTED Seal of Commitment to Tourism Quality.
— Members of the board of directors of Tour&Kids, a family tourism product club in the Valencian Community.
Frequently Asked Questions: Inclusive Tourism with Indiana Tours
Is Indiana Tours accessible for people with limited mobility?
Valencia and Gandia are 100% accessible, as certified by the PREDIF Accessible Tourism Seal and Turisme Comunitat Valenciana. Peñíscola and Cullera, due to the unique topography of each town, are not adapted for people with limited mobility, but they are fully inclusive and suitable for groups with intellectual disabilities and neurodivergent individuals.
Does Indiana Tours have experience with groups of people with functional and intellectual diversity?
Yes. We have been working with associations and groups of people with functional and intellectual disabilities for years. We have specialized experience in this area and tailor each experience to the group’s needs.
How do I book an experience for an association or group?
Email us at info@indianatoursvalencia.com or message us on WhatsApp at 626 217 327, and we’ll send you a brochure for your favorite destination with no obligation. If you’re not sure where to start, let us know and we’ll help you choose. We’ll prepare a personalized quote for your group.
Are the tours available year-round?
Yes. All four destinations are available year-round for groups and organizations.
In which languages can the tour be conducted?
In Valencian, Spanish, English, and German.
Does your school or organization want to enjoy this experience during the 2026–2027 school year?
Ask us for the brochure on your favorite destination. If you’re not sure where to start, let us know: we’ll help you choose and send you all the information with no obligation.
More info at indianatoursvalencia.com
Adventure knows no boundaries. Neither do we. ?
