Mallorca Biking New!
- Endless vistas of the turquoise Mediterranean Sea
- Pedal the narrow and curvaceous peninsula road to breathtaking Cap de Formentor
- The dramatic Serra de Tramuntana mountain range - cycling paradise found!
- Savor delectable seafood and other local specialties
- Seaside Deià, its stone terraces lush with wild lavender and citrus groves
Spain's Idyllic Mediterranean Island
From the moment you ease your bike onto the road, you’ll feel it: Mallorca’s irresistible allure. Maybe it’s the heavenly climate of this sunny Mediterranean isle. Or the rugged Serra de Tramuntana, with its precipitous peaks and plunging gorges. The nearly deserted back roads, where vigorous climbs and curlicue descents thrill cyclists of all persuasions - including the pros. Maybe it’s the forgotten valleys where pine forests and ancient olive trees thrive, and medieval monasteries keep watch over centuries-old villages. Or the shimmering sea fringed by secret pebble beaches. Welcome to Mallorca. Fall in love with it all.
Day 1 Endless vistas of the turquoise Mediterranean Sea 
Spin from the resplendent port city of Palma into the countryside, passing picturesque windmills and drystone walls Savor delectable seafood at a former fortress on the Bay of Palma.
Day 2 The dramatic Serra de Tramuntana mountain range - cycling paradise found! Ascend the ultra-curvy Orient-Bunyola route through some of Mallorca's most stunning scenery Overnight in enchanting Valldemossa, once a Moorish hamlet.
Days 3-4 Explore the island's untouched western reaches on a coastal ride A spin on sinuous lanes leads through pine forest and near the monastery that once hosted Frédéric Chopin and George Sand Ready for a break? Seaside Deià invites a pause, its stone terraces lush with wild lavender and citrus groves Only the strongest riders will be tempted to brave the road to Sa Calobra, a thrilling roller-coaster of hairpin turns plunging 3,000 feet to the sea.
Days 5-6 Pedal the narrow winding peninsula road to breathtaking Cap de Formentor, a bluff at the island’s northernmost tip offering incredible views Opt for an afternoon of relaxing at the hotel - perhaps an orange blossom body treatment appeals 
Up for one last spin? Follow flatter terrain along the southern side of the Serra de Tramuntana range into a fertile region dotted with orange, olive and walnut orchards.
Guests Reviews About This Trip
Mallorca offers stellar riding, and has long been considered a road bikers' mecca, thanks to its stunning coastline, magnificent inland landscapes (like the dramatic Tramuntana mountain range), historic villages and its truly fantastic climate. It has also been a refuge for celebrities since the 1950s and offers luxury that's difficult to top. As for the superb wine and cuisine you'll enjoy here? Don't get me started!- Regional Manager, Spain
Premiere Inns
Cap Rocat
Cala Blava (1 night) Chic contemporary design within a stunning 19th-century fortress, set on 88 acres overlooking the Bay of Palma. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, tennis)
Hotel Valldemossa
Valldemossa (2 nights) Two luxuriously restored 19th-century stone houses - once part of the Valldemossa Carthusian monastery - offering sweeping views of the mountains, town and monastery. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
Son Brull Hotel & Spa
Pollença (2 nights) A monastery-turned-elegant hotel nestled on a hillside above olive groves and the Bay of Pollença. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa, tennis)
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Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of
interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one
day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat
from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each
day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Road Bike Average | Mountain Bike Average* | Walk & Hike Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 miles | 10-15 miles | 2-5 miles |
| Level 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 16-20 miles | 5-7 miles |
| Level 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 21-25 miles | 7-9 miles |
| Level 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 26-30 miles | 9-11 miles |
| Level 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 31+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
*Mountain bikes are used in locations where the best riding is on a combination of dirt and paved roads. View trip locations
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Level 2 2 Route Options Available
- 26, 30 miles
- 1010 - 1840 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 2 to 5 4 Route Options Available
- 23, 33, 45, 71 miles
- 1190 - 4300 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Levels 1 to 4 3 Route Options Available
- 16, 26, 52 miles
- 3200 - 7800 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Levels 1 to 5 4 Route Options Available
- 19, 30, 51, 65 miles
- 1840 - 9800 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 3 to 5 3 Route Options Available
- 33, 53, 63 miles
- 930 - 1610 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Level 3 1 Route Option Available
- 33 miles
- 1610 feet elevation gain
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