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  Madrid is perhaps not as well known of a gay destination as its Catalan sister in the northeast, Barcelona. But the truth is that Madrid is a bigger city with more offerings from a nightlife perspective and many LGBT+ oriented events throughout the year. There are very few cities in the world that offer the same kind of welcome to LGBT+ residents and visitors. Madrid is a fantastic destination especially if you enjoy local neighborhoods, art, the gay scene, nightlife and beautiful weather. After exploring the capital city for several days, we'll later head out on day trips to both Toledo and Segovia, which are both just an hour's drive from Madrid.
Toledo is a medieval town that was once the capital of Spain before the Royal family moved the capital to Madrid in the 1500's. Segovia is another famous town nearby known for its Roman aqueduct as well as the fairytale-style castle. We'll spend the days exploring these medieval towns through their curving alleyways, cultural museums and historic monuments.
Madrid is a vibrant city that doesn’t sleep and it’s not uncommon to see last nights’ partiers walking home at 8am in the morning while grandma is going for her morning walk. We’d argue it’s perhaps the gayest capital city in Europe, or at least contending with Berlin and London. Chueca is the center of the LGBT community in Madrid where you’ll find the highest concentration of gay bars and night clubs.
You won’t be disappointed with the nightlife in Madrid. Many of these places are packed on weekends and some even offer a great time during the week. Keep in mind that nightlife in Madrid starts extremely late, so don’t be surprised if you arrive at 11pm to a bar (1am at a club) and still don’t see a crowd. Just wait another hour and the place will get packed.
Day 1 - Friday, September 13, 2024
• Arrival to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) and private transfer to the hotel. Welcome and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure to start exploring the city.
• 7pm - Welcome drinks
• 8pm – Dinner included: join us for a tapas tour at some of our favorite restaurants in Madrid. During tour, you will have the opportunity to enjoy some of the best tapas bars in Madrid’s city center. You will taste a variety of different Spanish dishes, always accompanied by the best wines and in a cozy atmosphere.
Hotel: Aloft Madrid Gran Vía Hotel, Madrid, 4* (or similar)
Day 2 - Saturday, September 14, 2024
• 2pm – City center and Madrid history tour. Madrid is a city of culture with splendid architecture and historical buildings featuring the city’s Spanish heritage. In this two-hour walking tour, we will explore the historic city center including Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace and the Opera House.
8pm – Dinner included: join us for a group dinner at one of our favorite restaurants in Madrid.
10pm – night out in Madrid to explore the gay nightlife of Chueca
Hotel: Aloft Madrid Gran Vía Hotel, Madrid, 4* (or similar)
Day 3 - Sunday, September 15, 2024
• 3pm – Gay tour of Chueca (Madrid's gay neighborhood)
• 8pm – Dinner included. Enjoy a drag show and dinner at Gula Gula
• 10pm – night out in Madrid to explore the gay nightlife of Chueca
Hotel: Aloft Madrid Gran Vía Hotel, Madrid, 4* (or similar)
Day 4 - Monday, September 16, 2024
• 3pm - Thematic tour "Inclusive Love" in National Museum Thyssen-Bornemisza
• 8pm – Optional group dinner
Hotel: Aloft Madrid Gran Vía Hotel, Madrid, 4* (or similar)
Day 5 - Tuesday, September 17, 2024
• 10am – You'll take a day trip to Toledo, a medieval town located about an hour from Madrid. Toledo was once the capital of Spain before the Royal family moved the capital to Madrid in the 1500's.
• 8pm – Optional group dinner
Hotel: Aloft Madrid Gran Vía Hotel, Madrid, 4* (or similar)
Day 6 - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
• 10am – you'll take another day trip but this time to Segovia famous for its Roman aqueduct as well as the fairytale-style castle. Spend the day exploring this medieval town through its curving alley ways, cultural museums and historic monuments.
• 8pm – Dinner included: join us for a group goodbye dinner at one of our favorite restaurants in Madrid.
Hotel: Aloft Madrid Gran Vía Hotel, Madrid, 4* (or similar)
Day 7 - Thursday, September 19, 2024
• This is the departure day after 7 awesome days together.
• Check out of the hotel and if your flight allows, take the morning and afternoon to enjoy more of Madrid on your own. • Transfers to the airport from the hotel will take place depending on your flight time.
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