Journey Through Jewish History: Alluring Spain 2016 | Torah In Motion

Journey Through Jewish History: Alluring Spain 2016

Travel Dates: Tuesday June 28, 2016

Join Torah in Motion for a unique and intellectually inspiring trip to Spain designed by Dr. Marc Shapiro.

  • See the medieval synagogues in Toledo
  • Visit the windmills immortalized by Cervantes
  • Experience Shabbat in Gibraltar, a unique experience
  • Enjoy the magnificence of Barcelona, one of Europe’s most exciting cities
  • See the medieval synagogue in Cordoba

We'll be visiting Madrid, Cordoba, Gibraltar, Grenada, Barcelona, Gerona, and many other sites off the beaten track. This trip promises to be an unforgettable Spanish experience, with a focus on places of Jewish interest. A central feature of the tour will be Dr. Shapiro's expert discussions of the many places we will visit, making the trip nothing less than a travelling classroom. In addition, we will be joined by expert local guides who will provide their own angle. 

And of course, in addition to the special Torah in Motion educational and spiritual nourishment, the Journey Through Jewish History in Spain will feature:

  • Luxury hotels in prime locations;
  • 3 fresh kosher meals daily; and
  • expert local tour guides for sites of general interest.

spain_2016_itinerary_no_price.pdf (PDF)

Blogs from Spain tours

Torah in Toledo
Rabbi Jay Kelman
July 16, 2024
Travel Blog, Spain

The city of Toledo sits some 75 kilometres to the south of Madrid, the capital of Spain. It is a most picturesque and charming city, perched on a moun…

The Expulsion
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July 16, 2024
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If 1148 marks the end of the Golden Age of Spain, the beginning of the end of Spanish Jewry as a whole begins in 1391. By that time the Christians had…

Some Thoughts From Spain
Rabbi Jay Kelman
July 11, 2024
Travel Blog, Spain

Jews lived in Spain for a very, very long time, possibly from as early as Biblical times. The first recorded evidence of Jewish life in Spain dates fr…

What people are saying about our tours

"We looked for a kosher tour, and received much more--a spiritually uplifing experience that deepened our understanding of and appreciation for our Jewish heritage."

- Sam and Susan Joffe, Merrick, New York

"I’m still on a high from the amazing trip. Yasher kochachem!  It was an added bonus to have all the trip creators (i.e., you and Ilana in addition to Marc) participating with us."

- Ellen Warner, Toronto, ON

"Thank you for giving us the opportunity to learn about the  Jewish history of Sfarad in the company of such extraordinary people. I think it is important for Ashkenazim to explore Sephardi history in order to understand where our fellow Jews are coming from.  It was truly elucidating. Somehow one can read about it all day long, but to be there is something else, something much deeper."

- Ellen Jaffe

"It was a distinct pleasure for me to be part of the wonderful group of people who made up the "Torah in Motion" group on this very special tour of Spain. It truly was an outstanding and memorable experience. With wishes for besurot tovot, and kindest regards."

- Esther Konig