Madrid is sunshine. With 350 sunny days per year, it’s always perfect for a stroll. A 10-day trip is ideal for exploring a different neighborhood each day. Or, settle into your own corner of this cosmopolitan city. Either way, each area of this capital city offers plazas, shops, green space, outdoor cafés, and of course, tapas bars serving tortilla española and vino y cañas (beers). Choose your pleasure as Madrid offers something for everyone: paddle boating in the park, tasting tapas, dancing till dawn, chowing on churros y chocolate, appreciating art, perusing the palace, or simply sitting in the sunshine. Whether you walk, catch the bus, ride the subway or even take the cable cars, there is always more to see and do. However, if you do explore Madrid completely, don’t worry - picturesque mountain towns and ancient cities like Segovia and Toledo are only an hour away. ¡Venga, vale, vamos! It’s time to explore Madrid!

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Fly into Madrid Barajas Airport. Meet our city host at the airport and settle into your apartment. Recharge, explore, and meet the group for a picnic lunch in Retiro Park!

Meet your City Friends at the Welcome Party! Enjoy a relaxing afternoon outside of the city. Take a dip in the pool and enjoy a traditional Spanish barbeque of grilled meats and vegetables.

So much to do and see - museums, shopping, parks, soccer game and more! Meet up with your City Friends to explore or enjoy a meal.

Tour the 12th century castle (that inspired the Disney World castle!) and see the Roman aqueduct in the beautiful mountain town of Segovia. Feast on a traditional, local lunch - roasted pig!

Check out the zoo-aquarium, one of the theme parks, or continue exploring the city and local parks. (Trav-extra Optional Activity: Kayaking through the beautiful gorge of Las Hoces del Duratón + Paella Lunch)

Explore the largest royal palace in Europe, built in the 18th century. Stay for the changing of the guard. Enjoy some adult time while kids go swimming!

Find new neighborhoods to explore, try a fun restaurant, ride the cable cars, or go for a swim at the local pool!

Spend the day exploring the medieval city of Toledo, where you can soar over the Tagus River on Europe’s longest urban zipline next to the stunning San Martín Bridge. After the thrill, wander through the winding cobblestone streets of the Old Town, visit historic cathedrals, and enjoy a quiet café lunch with panoramic views.

While adults enjoy some time to themselves, kids of all ages challenge themselves with ziplines/low ropes, archery, and/or crafting. Kid-friendly food is provided, as well! (Trav-extra Optional Activity: Family Cooking Class with Market Visit)

Your last chance to check out Madrid, grab those last-minute souvenirs or just relax. Enjoy a flamenco dance and final meal with the group.

Time to go home or check out our Valencia Extension coming soon!