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Walking & Hiking
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Spain's Mallorca Walking & Hiking Tour
Majestic Mediterranean Peaks & Beaches
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days 5 nights
Activity Level: 2-4
Premiere Hotels
From: $5,699 - $6,149 pp dbl occ
($1,800 for sgl occ)
Spanish tapas allow diners to taste many small meals at once. Think of your hiking journey in Mallorca the same way. Picturesque coastal towns. Soaring mountain ranges. Golden Mediterranean beaches. Rustic old-world fincas. Welcoming locals. Incredible food. Once you have a taste of Mallorca, you'll want to come back again and again.
Spain Mallorca Walking and Hiking Tour
Spain
Start/End Palma, Mallorca
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Highlights
- Welcome dramatic cliffs, tranquil beaches and the jewel-toned Mediterranean Sea at every turn
- Hike scenic trails through terraced olive groves, World Heritage sites and traditional fishing villages
- Delight in superb regional cuisine in idyllic Valldemossa, culinary hot spot Deià and beachfront Port de Sóller
- Experience the famous and spellbinding island of Mallorca, a place even more beautiful than you imagine it to be
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Itinerary
Accommodations may vary based on departure date.
6 Days Premiere Hotels
Accommodations may vary based on departure.
Days 1-2
Description
Explore the Serra de Tramuntana, a World Heritage landscape | Hike past striking cliffs and silvery-green olive groves en route to Galilea, a lovely village perched in the mountains | Enjoy a seaside lunch in the sleepy fishing town of Sant Elm | Admire the Tramuntana mountains and sapphire sea from the Sa Trapa ruins, an ancient monastery reachable only on foot | Climb to the site's former defensive watch towers and gaze out over the island of Sa Dragonera | Post-hike siestas await at a splendid hideaway.
Accommodations
Castell Son Claret
Calvià
| Premiere Hotel From castle to estate to hotel, this Leading Hotels of the World property's history is as extraordinary as its natural setting, world-class hospitality and sophisticated décor. (pool, spa)
Days 3-6
Description
Embark on an exhilarating Zodiac boat ride to the bohemian town of Port de Sóller | Cruise past rugged coastal cliffs, hidden caves and quaint fishing villages with old-world charm | Hike along the coast past beautiful hamlets, traditional houses, monasteries and sunny terraces blanketed with olive trees | Soak up the Mediterranean sun and cool off with the gentle sea breezes in Port de Sóller | A walking route takes us from our hotel through limestone mountains to Fornalutx and Biniaraix | Savor the flavors of tumbet (roasted vegetables) and other Mallorcan specialties over lunch | Follow forested footpaths along the Tramuntanas' postcard-perfect cliffs to Sóller | Shop for souvenirs and visit art galleries displaying original paintings by Picasso and Miró | Meander through the enchanting Moorish hamlet of Valldemossa | Hike along a stretch of historic Camí de s’Arxiduc, an awe-inspiring trail | Sample delicious tapas and local fare | Sway to the melodies of Spanish guitar played by a local guitarrista | Visit a local artist at his studio in Deià | Extend your vacation in glorious Palma.
Accommodations
Belmond La Residencia
Deià
| Premiere Hotel Featuring twin manor houses dating back to the 14th century, this luxurious boutique hotel is surrounded by mountains and citrus groves on the edge of town. (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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May 2023
September 2023
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Activity Level: 2-4
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.
Route notes
The terrain on this trip can be rocky or more technical in sections, including steep downhills and overgrown paths. Some of our routes are on well-preserved mountain trails and dirt roads. This mix of rocky terrain and exposure to sun on hotter days can make routes feel more challenging than the mileage may suggest.
Daily Route Options
What's 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
- 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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