School is out. The students are already in summer mode. But you know better than anyone that July isn’t exactly a month of rest for teachers. It’s time to start planning the upcoming school year behind the scenes. This is the month when schools that act fast secure the best dates. It’s the month to come up with the school field trip for the 2026–2027 school year that everyone will be talking about.
If you’re reading this in the summer, you’ve got a head start ;)
Pope Luna, the Holy Grail, and the Historic Streets of Peñíscola
Somewhere in the historic center of Peñíscola, someone has hidden the Holy Grail. Your students have two hours to find it.
Peñíscola isn’t just a city with a castle and a beach. It’s one of the best-preserved medieval settings in the Valencian Community. Within its Templar walls, Pope Benedict XIII—known as Pope Luna—spent his final years; he was one of the most fascinating and controversial figures of medieval Europe. A man who refused to relinquish the papacy for decades, who ruled from this rock jutting out over the sea while the entire world turned its back on him.
That story isn’t in any textbook the way Indy tells it.
What Is “The Last Crusade,” Peñíscola’s Theatrical Scavenger Hunt?
“The Last Crusade” is not a guided tour led by someone dressed as Indiana Jones. It is a real adventure expedition through the most surprising corners of Peñíscola’s historic center: tests of ingenuity, hieroglyphs, traps, unexpected discoveries, and a holy grail to find.
Led by Jaco Müller—a street performer with over 26 years of experience on stages throughout Spain, considered by specialized media to be one of the best in Europe—each group of students becomes the star of the adventure. They don’t just listen. They participate, investigate, solve puzzles, and make discoveries.
What happens when a group of students follows him down a picturesque street in search of a clue: absolute attention, wide-eyed wonder, and expectant silence before the next surprise. That’s what two decades of performances and tremendous personal charisma bring about. And that’s something no textbook can replicate.
At the end of the tour, the look on the students’ faces when they find the Grail is priceless.
What students learn, beyond the game
Behind the adventure lies real content. The tour unfolds in a playful, active, and experiential way:
Pope Luna’s Castle: Peñíscola was the residence of Pope Benedict XIII, who spent his final years here. Its Templar walls hold one of the most fascinating stories of medieval Europe.
Active learning: Archaeology , exploration, and culture in an interactive way.
Spectacle and a playful , adventure-filledtour : Culture, fun, intrigue, and suspense. A dramatized scavenger hunt where Jaco Müller turns every corner into a living stage. Fun and learning all at once.
History, Myths, and Legends: Peñíscola hides centuries of real stories, folk legends, and unsolved mysteries. The tour brings them to life: no one will ever see Peñíscola the same way again.
Details of the school field trip to Peñíscola
· Start and end: Portal de Santa María / Portal Fosc
· Duration: Approximately 2 hours
· Intended for: Students of all ages and teachers
· Languages: Valencian · Spanish · English · German
· Times: Morning, midday, or afternoon
· Customized quote based on group size, language, and current rates · Instructors provided at no cost
The itinerary takes you through the most picturesque and surprising corners of Peñíscola: Portal de Santa María, Moll Fosc, El Bufardor, the Maritime Museum, Casa de las Conchas, Artillery Park, the Badúm Tower viewpoint, and Nuestra Señora de la Ermitania.
Due to Peñíscola’s unique characteristics—hills, stairs, and medieval alleyways—the tour is not accessible to people with limited mobility. However, it is fully inclusive and suitable for groups with intellectual disabilities, and ideal for neurodivergent adventurers.
What the schools that have already chosen us say
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"The best tour we’ve ever taken. The kids were thrilled; everything the guide told us was very interesting. We definitely recommend it."
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"The experience on the tour was unbeatable. We went with a group of upper-elementary school students. The activity was perfectly tailored to the group: the students were engaged with the explanations and interactive activities the entire time. We teachers were very satisfied and will recommend it for future years. And the students—who are the toughest critics—were delighted."
Nearly 2,000 online reviews can’t be wrong.
Recognition that speaks to the quality of the experience
Indiana Tours isn’t just another activity in Peñíscola’s catalog of school field trips. It’s the only one in its category with this level of institutional recognition:
· The 2023 CreaTurisme Award, presented by Ximo Puig at FITUR in Madrid, for the Best Accessible Experience in the Valencian Community.
· 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 on its 20th anniversary.
· SICTED Seal of Commitment to Tourism Quality.
· Member of CreaTurisme Valencia and member of the board of directors of Tour&Kids, a family tourism product club in the Valencian Community.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Peñíscola School Field Trip:
What age group is the Peñíscola tour designed for?
For students of all ages and teachers. The content and difficulty level of the activities are tailored to the group.
How much does the Peñíscola school field trip cost?
The price is customized based on group size, language, and current rates. Accompanying teachers participate free of charge. Request a no-obligation quote at info@indianatoursvalencia.com.
Is the Peñíscola tour accessible?
Due to the nature of the town—including slopes and medieval staircases—it is not adapted for people with limited mobility. However, it is fully inclusive, suitable for groups with intellectual disabilities, and ideal for neurodivergent adventurers.
In which languages is the tour available?
In Valencian, Spanish, English, and German.
Do teachers have to pay?
No. Accompanying teachers do not have to pay.
Can reservations be made for any time of year?
Yes. Indiana Tours Peñíscola is available for school groups year-round.
Booking it for the summer is the smartest decision of the school year
We know that even though school is out, you haven’t completely stopped. July is the month when teachers and parent-teacher associations quietly plan what students will experience in September.
Schools that book now get to choose their dates.
If this field trip sounds like a good fit for you—and if you’ve made it this far, it probably is—now is the time to reach out to us. You don’t need to have everything finalized yet. Just the approximate number of students and the dates you’re considering are enough for us to prepare a personalized, no-obligation quote.
Enjoy the summer—you’ve earned it. And so have your students ;)
Email us at info@indianatoursvalencia.com or WhatsApp.
Watch a short video of the tour here.
More info at indianatourspeniscola.com
The past has never felt so close—or so alive.
