Choose your Summer 2026 Program!
Arcos Journeys Abroad Active Discovery programs are designed for high school students who want to explore the world through purposeful, theme-based programming. These journeys center on experiential education, combining physical movement with hands-on activities in fields like healthcare, sustainability, and outdoor adventure. By integrating expert-led activities with deep cultural immersion, participants build tangible skills and global competency in a high-impact environment. Every program is structured to ensure a safe and active experience that bridges the gap between high-adventure and personal growth.
Impact through action. Dedicate your first week to sustainable community development in the Central Valley, then pivot to an adrenaline-fueled exploration of Costa Rica’s volcanoes and rainforests.
Price: $3,895
Ages: 13-18
Dates: June 27 - July 11 | July 18 - August 1
The ultimate Andalusian expedition. From the peaks of the Sierra Nevada to the Mediterranean coast, challenge yourself with rock climbing and canyoning while immersing in the Moorish history of Southern Spain.
Price: $4,295
Ages: 14-18
Dates: June 28 - July 11
A career-starting expedition for future healthcare leaders. Step into university labs and clinical wards to analyze the world-renowned 'Caja' system, master suturing skills, and gain a competitive edge for medical school.
Price: $2,995
Ages: 14-18
Dates: July 11-Jul 19
A journey of endurance and reflection across Northern Spain. Hike the final 100km of the French Way, navigating historic villages and eucalyptus forests to arrive at the legendary Cathedral of Santiago.
Price: $1,995
Ages: 14-18
Dates: June 27 - July 5 | July 25 - August 2
Professional coaching meets Pacific power. Begin in the colonial heart of Oaxaca City for world-class gastronomy and Zapotec history, then head to the coast to master the legendary breaks of Puerto Escondido.
Price: $4,195
Ages: 14-18
Dates: June 27 - July 9
An odyssey through the heart of the Andes. From the culinary world-capital of Lima to the ancient masonry of Machu Picchu, explore the contrasts of Incan history and modern Peruvian culture.
Price: $3,950
Ages: 14-18
Dates: July 11 - July 22