LGBTQ+ Tours

Our LGBTQ+ tours are designed to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and authentic experiences. Whether you’re exploring vibrant cities, relaxing in LGBTQ+ friendly destinations, or connecting with like-minded travelers, each journey is crafted to be welcoming, safe, and unforgettable. Travel with pride—your story belongs here.

Greece LGBTQ+ Tour

MonthDays (Aer Lingus)Days Ryan Air
OctoberTuesday to Tuesday (8 days)Additional Days
OctoberTuesday to Saturday (11 days)Additional Days
NovemberThursday to ThursdayAdditional Days
NovemberTuesday to Tuesday (8 days)Thursday to Sunday
Options:
11 Day Trip
10 Day Trip (remove the last day in Santorini*)
8 Day Trip (remove Paros* and Last day in Santorini*)

Athens – Mykonos – Paros* - Santorini – Athens

DepartingArrivalPriceTime
Athens (Piraeus port)Mykonos~ €100 pp~ 3 hr
Mykonos*Paros*~ €60 pp~ 1 hr
Paros*Santorini*~ €50 pp~ 2 – 3 hr
SantoriniAthens (Piraeus port)~ €90 pp~ 6 hr

Athens – Mykonos – Santorini – Athens

DepartingArrivalPriceTime
Athens (Piraeus port)Mykonos~ €100 pp~ 3 hr
MykonosSantorini~ €90 pp~ 3 hr
SantoriniAthens (Piraeus port)~ €590 pp~ 6 hr

Day 1

Travel to Athens

Day 2

Athens

Day 3

Mykonos

Day 4

Mykonos

Day 5

Paros

Day 6

Paros

Day 7

Santorini

Day 8

Santorini

Day 9

Santorini

Day 10

Return to Athens

Day 11

Return Home

Day 1: Travel to Athens


Morning:

  • Arrive in Dublin Airport @ TBT
  • Flight @ TBT

Afternoon:

  • Arrive in Athens Airport
  • Transport to Hotel (Near Gazi)
  • Visit the National Archaeological Museum
    • Additionally visit the Benaki Museum to see it’s LGBTQ+ exhibitions
    • Or Archaeological Site of the Lyceum of Aristotle

Evening:

  • Welcome dinner at an LGBTQ+-friendly restaurant.
  • Optional drinks in Gazi, the heart of Athens’ LGBTQ+ nightlife.

Day 2: Athens


Morning:

  • Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon of Athens in the Morning
  • Visit the Acropolis Museum

Afternoon:

  • Guided LGBTQ+ history walking tour through Plaka, Monastiraki, and the
    ancient Agora (Athens Gay Tours)
  • Visit the temple of Olympian Zeus

Evening:

  • Sunset at Lycabettus Hill
    • Hike (or take the funicular) to the top of Lycabettus Hill for panoramic
  • views of the Acropolis and the entire city.

Optional drinks in Gazi, the heart of Athens’ LGBTQ+ nightlife.

Day 3: Mykonos


Morning:

    • Ferry to Mykonos (LGBTQ+ capital of Greece).
    • Check into Hotel
      • Super paradise Hotel is near the beaches
      • However, hotels near Babylon may be more suitable as this is a more

built up Gay area

Afternoon:

  • Beach time at popular LGBTQ+ beaches
    • Super Paradise
    • Elia Beach (has a nudist section)
    • Both beaches will require transport

Evening:

  • Drag show or LGBTQ+ cabaret
  • Drinks at JackieO’ Beach Club.
    • Near Super paradise beach Club
  • Travel back to Hotel

Day 4: Mykonos


Morning:

  • Optional boating day trip to Delos
    • Birthplace of Apollo & Artemis
    • Visit archaeological sites

Afternoon:

  • Relax on beaches
  • Explore Mykonos Town
  • Visit Mykonos Port

Evening:

  • Sunset cocktails
  • Experience LGBTQ+ nightlife
  • Bars to visit:
    • Babylon / Lola

Day 5*: Paros


Morning:

  • Ferry to Paros
  • Check into Hotel near Harbour

Afternoon:

  • Travel to the port of Naoussa
    • Wander the beautiful, whitewashed streets with shops and cafes
    • Visit the Venetian Fortress — an iconic photo spot
  • Relax on Kolymbithres Beach
    • Famous for smooth granite rock formations and crystal-clear water
    • Chill on sunbeds, swim, or try paddleboarding

Evening:

  • Evening meal
  • Drinks in Parikas LGBTQ+ friendly bars

Day 6*: Paros


Morning:

  • Possible trips:
    • Boat to Antiparos (famous for caves and beaches)
    • Trip to Golden Beach Paros
    • Ancient Marble Quarries
    • Visit the Cave of Archilochus
  • Optional exploration of Parikas

Afternoon:

  • Return to Parikas for lunch
  • Visit the Church of 100 Doors (Panagia Ekatontapiliani), one of the oldest Byzantine churches in Greece

Evening:

  • Dinner with local specialties

Day 7: Santorini


Morning:

  • Ferry to Santorini
  • Check-in at cliffside hotel
    • Fira area
    • Oia area

Afternoon:

  • Explore Oia and Fira
  • Visit LGBTQ+ friendly cafes and shops

Evening:

  • Sunset at Oia
  • Wine tasting at an LGBTQ+ welcoming winery
  • Return to hotel if staying in Fira

Day 8: Santorini


Morning:

  • Visit the Sanctuary of Artemidorus

Afternoon:

  • Lunch in Perissa
  • Relax at the black sand beaches
  • Visit the Venetian Castle of Emporio

Evening:

  • Group dinner at an LGBTQ+-friendly tavern in Fira
  • Return to Hotel if staying in Oia

Day 9*: Santorini


Morning:

  • Sailing tour around the caldera with swimming stops
    • Private or LGBTQ+ group cruise
    • Optional water sports
    • Join a queer-friendly catamaran cruise with snorkeling

Afternoon:

  • Beach time: sunbathing, swimming, beach bars

Evening:

  • Group dinner at an LGBTQ+-owned tavern
  • Enjoy local wines and Greek dancing

Day 10: Return to Athens


Morning:

  • Return ferry to Athens

Afternoon:

  • Check into Hotel
  • Visit remaining attractions
    • Benaki Museum’s LGBTQ+ exhibitions
    • Archaeological Site of the Lyceum of Aristotle

Evening:

  • Drinks and karaoke night at an LGBTQ+ friendly bar

Day 11: Return Home


Morning:

  • Brunch at an LGBTQ+ inclusive café

Afternoon:

  • Last-minute shopping

Evening:

  • Transport to airport for flight home

Day 1

Historical Sites

Day 2

Travel to Florence

Day 3

Florence

Day 4

Bologna and Venice

Day 5

Venice

Day 6

Milan

Day 7

Milan and Flight Home

Day 2: Rome and Travel to Florence


Morning:

  • Breakfast in Hotel
  • Baroque Tour starting at 10 AM (GailyTours)

Afternoon:

  • Lunch
  • Transport to Florence (~1h 30min by train)
  • Guided Renaissance Tour (GailyTours)

Evening:

  • End of tour followed by suggestions for evening meal
  • Free time to explore Florence

Day 2: Rome and Travel to Florence


Morning:

  • Breakfast in Hotel
  • Baroque Tour starting at 10 AM (GailyTours)

Afternoon:

  • Lunch
  • Transport to Florence (~1h 30min by train)
  • Guided Renaissance Tour (GailyTours)

Evening:

  • End of tour followed by suggestions for evening meal
  • Free time to explore Florence

Day 3: Florence


Morning:

  • Breakfast in Hotel
  • Guided Gay Tour – David’s Secrets (GailyTours)

Afternoon:

  • Lunch
  • Guided Fashion Tour (GailyTours)

Evening:

  • Experience Florence by Night
    • Walk through various gay bars and pubs of Florence

Day 4: Bologna and Venice


Morning:

  • Breakfast in Hotel
  • Transport to Bologna (~40 min by train)

Afternoon:

  • Guided Gay-Friendly Tour of Bologna & Porticoes Secrets
  • Lunch
  • Transport to Venice (~1h 15min by train)

Evening:

  • Experience Venice by Night
  • Optional Gondola Tour

Day 5: Venice


Morning:

  • Breakfast in Hotel
  • Morning Tour around Venice (GailyTours)

Afternoon:

  • Lunch
  • Optional Gay Tour – Thomas Mann’s Secrets (GailyTours)

Evening:

  • Free evening in Venice
  • Optional Gondola Tour
  • Or travel to Milan (optional)

Day 6: Milan


Morning:

  • Breakfast in Hotel
  • Travel to Milan (~2h 15min by train)

Afternoon:

  • Tour of Milan
    • Classical Milan Tour (GailyTours)
    • New Milan Tour (GailyTours)

Evening:

  • Farewell evening meal
  • Experience LGBTQ+ nightlife in Milan

Day 7: Milan and Flight Home


Morning:

  • Breakfast in Hotel
  • Optional day trip to Lake Garda

Afternoon:

  • Last-minute shopping

Evening:

  • Transport to Airport
  • Flight home to Dublin

Additional suggestions for tours/ Day trips

Rome
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Florence
Morning/Afternoon Trip to Pisa/Lucca
Visit Cinque Terre
Many additional tours from Florence
Venice
Day trip to the medieval town Treviso followed by visiting Valdobbiadene and
a winery with wine and dinner
Milan
Fashion Tour
Lake Como
Lake Maggiore & Borromean Islands

Why Choose Our LGBT Tour

Return Flights

Round-trip airfare is included for a smooth and stress-free travel experience.

Accommodation

Stay in handpicked, comfortable lodgings throughout your journey.

Coach Hire

Private coach transport ensures easy and convenient travel between destinations.

Baggage Included

No hidden fees—your checked baggage is covered in the package.

Why Join an LGBTQ+ Tour

LGBTQ+ tours offer more than just travel—they’re immersive journeys through queer history, culture, and community. These experiences are designed to connect you with iconic locations, underground scenes, and the stories of those who helped shape LGBTQ+ rights around the world. From Pride landmarks and historical protest sites to vibrant queer neighborhoods and nightlife, every stop is meaningful and memorable. Whether you’re travelling solo or with your chosen family, LGBTQ+ tours foster a sense of belonging, visibility, and celebration.

Queer History, Up Close

Walk in the footsteps of activists, artists, and pioneers who transformed the LGBTQ+ movement.

Local LGBTQ+ Guides

Experience destinations through the lens of those who live and love openly in their communities.

Inclusive & Welcoming

Feel safe, celebrated, and understood—no matter where you go.

Celebrate Culture & Connection

Enjoy drag shows, queer art, and vibrant nightlife while forming authentic connections with like-minded travellers.

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