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Spain's Mallorca & Menorca Family Bike Tour - Older Teens & 20s
A Two-Island Adventure in the Mediterranean
Two luminous Mediterranean islands. Journey with your family to Mallorca and ride waving roads from the mountains to the sea. Then sail across the sapphire water to Menorca and ride tranquil routes through sensational landscapes. Experience authentic villages, elegant hotels and fresh-caught seafood. And end your Spanish bike tour with a siesta under a brilliant blue sky.
THIS ITINERARY: 6 days, 5 nights
ACCOMMODATIONS: Premiere Hotels
FROM:
$5,399 pp dbl occ
Plus $150 internal air
($1,750 for sgl occ)
Mallorca & Menorca Biking
Spain
Start Palma / End Mahón
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Highlights
- Find Balearic bliss on two distinct and enchanting Mediterranean isles, just a short distance from hot spot Barcelona
- Bike rolling routes through the foothills of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range and World Heritage landscape
- Unwind in the timeless villages of Valldemossa, Alaró and Sa Fornells and dine with family on fresh-caught seafood
- Savor superb Spanish cuisine and recharge and relax at luxury hotels housed in lovingly renovated historic buildings
Itinerary
Accommodations may vary based on departure date.
6 Days Premiere Hotels
Accommodations may vary based on departure.
Days 1-3
We meet in the vibrant city of Palma, Mallorca's capital and a living museum of Gothic and Moorish architecture | Head out on world-class cycling routes through the foothills of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range | An epic ride brings us to lovely Valldemossa, tucked away amid limestone peaks | Enjoy a beachfront lunch—and perhaps an afternoon swim—in the sunny inlet of Sant Elm | Bike past green vineyards and fragrant almond trees into the heart of Mallorca's picturesque wine region | Soak up awe-inspiring views of pine forest, green valleys and dramatic cliff landscapes | Pause in the idyllic ancient towns of Orient, Bunyola and Alaró | Delight in the rich flavors of Mallorcan cuisine with a family dinner in Llucmajor.
Son Julia Country House & Spa
Llucmajor
| Premiere Hotel This boutique property is housed in a restored 15th-century mansion and features elegantly minimalist rooms with balconies overlooking its lush gardens. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Hop aboard a short flight bound for Menorca, Mallorca's captivating and lightly populated sister island | Bike through the island's bucolic landscape | Vacation bliss awaits at Santa Ponsa, our chic colonial retreat | Wander the narrow alleys of postcard-perfect Binibèquer | Explore bayfront Fornells, a 17th-century fishing village | End your island bike tour in easygoing Mahón, home to one of the world's largest natural ports.
Santa Ponsa
Alaior
| Premiere Hotel This exquisite boutique property on a historic finca just outside of Alaior is surrounded by magnificent gardens and was once a 17th-century palace. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
Dates & Prices
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy
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Activity Level: 1-4
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Several routes and a range of levels are offered each day so you can choose how much or how little activity you want to do. Learn more about how we determine activity levels.
Daily Route Options
What's Included
Available Bike Options
The key to a stellar day's ride is a bike that's perfectly in tune with your cycling style… Backroads has you covered with the best bike fleet in the world! Read on for your available bike options for this trip.
Backroads Performance Road Bike
Performance Road Bike
This custom-designed titanium bike is lightweight and responsive, featuring Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting, 11-speed compact gearing, a premium Mavic Ksyrium Pro wheelset and a full carbon fork.
Backroads Touring Bike
Touring Bike
A proven classic, our most popular custom-designed titanium bike is suited for a wide range of cyclists. It features a comfortable ergonomic seat and a long wheel base that add to the bike’s control and stability.
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
NEW! Electric-Assist Bike
Our newly redesigned titanium e-bike is a lightweight yet powerful machine unique in the world of e-bikes. It provides plenty of power to flatten the hills and more than enough battery range to cover the distance.
Cannondale Synapse Pro Carbon Bike
Carbon Bike
Ride like a pro with the top-of-the-line carbon Cannondale Synapse Hi-Mod Red ETAP AXS. Delivering phenomenal acceleration and handling in a light and powerful package—it’s built for hard-core riders.
$400 rental fee
Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem Bike
Tandem Bike
This hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed cro-moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train, and a custom, upgraded wheelset. For experienced tandem riders.
$400 rental fee
Also Included
- All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
- Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
- Snacks and beverages between meals
- Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
- Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
- Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
- Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
- On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
- Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
- Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
- Park and other entry fees
- Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
- Select coach transfers
- Baggage transfers and porterage
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