This tour combines competition in the Spanish Open Pickleball Championships with sightseeing in Madrid, and guided tours in Salamanca and Segovia. We'll view some of the world's most famous art, experience an authentic Tablao Flamenco show, practice our favorite game and compete at our best in the Spanish Open. Join us for an adventure you will never forget! Note: The exact dates are not yet set, but based on last year's tour, we anticipate the trip will be similar.
- Play in the Spanish Open in Salamanca! Tournament entry fee is included!
- 3 nights of 4-star elegance at the Hotel Emperador on Gran Via with breakfast included
- 4 nights of 4-star elegance at the Hotel Catalonia Plaza Mayor in Salamanca with breakfast included
- Witness the passion of a live Flamenco show with dinner included
- Enjoy a Tapas tour with lunch included
- Travel from Madrid to Salamanca with admission to the Salamanca Cathedral
- Entry to the world famous Prado Museum and Reina Sofia Museum of
Modern and Contemporary Art - Day trip to Segovia and the Valle de los Caídos monument to the Spanish Civil War
- APPROXIMATE DATES: Arrive Madrid International Airport August 28 and depart Madrid International Airport September 4, 2024
Tour Details
On arrival into Barajas Madrid International Airport, you will be greeted by a PickleballLYFE representative, and take a private group shuttle to the luxurious European 5* Hotel Emperador Madrid on the famous Gran Via boulevard
Tapas lunch at local Bodega followed by Madrid half day tour with English speaking guide
Welcome dinner at hotel
Breakfast at hotel followed by pickleball training 9-11am
Lunch on your own followed by visit to the world famous Prado (finest collection of classical European art) and Reina Sofia (amazing modern and contemporary art) Museums.
Dinner on your own
Breakfast at hotel followed by travel to Salamanca via private coach
Lunch on your own followed by a training session
Dinner on your own
Breakfast at hotel followed by Spanish Open Men's (morning) and Women's Singles (afternoon); those not playing singles have pickleball training.
Free day with lunch on your own and preparing for the next two days of doubles matches
Dinner at hotel
Breakfast at hotel followed by Spanish Open Men's Doubles (morning) and Women's Doubles (afternoon)
Dinner at hotel
Breakfast at hotel followed by Spanish Open Mixed Doubles (morning and afternoon)
Lunch on your own
Dinner at local restaurant included
Breakfast at hotel followed by private coach travel to Madrid, stopping for a visit to the solemn Valle de Los Caidos monument to the Spanish Civil War and guided tour of the picturesque city of Segovia.
An authentic Flamenco dinner show to memorialize our amazing trip to the Spanish Open with dinner included
Departure
Muchas gracias for creating awesome pickleball memories in Spain and have a safe flight home!
Hotels: International 4/5 star hotel accommodations, taxes, and service fees (based on 2 guests per room)
Transportation: Group shuttles to and from the airport and for all activities by private motor coach
Meals: Two meals a day
Activities: Tapas tour, Flamenco show, museums, guided tours of Madrid, Segovia, Toledo
Pickleball: Spanish Open Championships entrance fee, training sessions, clinics with local clubs
Round trip flight to Madrid
Passport / Visa fees
Individual medical insurance (primary)
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities