Mallorca Bike Tour

Meet your guides at one of our recommended pre-night hotels and set off for our first ride of the week. Pedal through Mallorca’s heartland peppered with vineyards, olive groves, and ancient towns, then stop for lunch. We’ll head to our hotel for the next two nights, where you can spend the afternoon by the pool with a glass of chilled wine. Tonight, we’re served a sumptuous selection of local ingredients from the island and its pristine coastal waters.

Accomplished: 24 miles / 39 km, elevation gain: 1,286 feet / 392 meters
Accommodations: Son Brull

Today, tackle the epic Cap de Formentor lighthouse ride—one of Mallorca’s legendary roads. Our main climb of the day takes us from Port de Pollença to the Colomer Mirador, where we’ll steal some magnificent glimpses of craggy rocks and the shimmering blue sea. Arrive at the lighthouse, enjoy a refreshing drink, and take a moment to snap some photos from the lighthouse terrace. Ride all the way back to Port de Pollença, or transfer and arrive in time for lunch at Tolo’s, a favorite hangout for amateur and professional cyclists alike—Sir Bradley Wiggins has been spotted here. After lunch, return to the hotel by van or via the coastal road to Alcudia. Tonight, chef Steve and his wife Clare will teach us how to make authentic paella and some of Mallorca’s best-loved tapas.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Alcudia, Port de Pollença, Formentor, Pollença
Accomplished: 32 miles / 51 km, elevation gain: 3,392 feet / 1,034 meters
Longer Option: 42 miles / 68 km, elevation gain: 3,870 feet / 1,180 meters
Accommodations: Son Brull

Today we will ascend into the dramatic Tramuntana Mountains, where the terrain is captivatingly diverse. From rocky lunar landscapes to magnificent coastal cliffs that plunge into the azure sea, our ride reveals hand-hewn tunnels, mountain lakes, shady forests, and quaint sandstone villages. Climb the Col de Puig Major, the highest point of the week where we’ll pause to absorb the views of the valley below before an exhilarating 14-kilometer descent into Sóller. After lunch, hop in the van or ride to Deià and our home for the next two nights, the relaxing-yet-luxurious Hotel La Residencia. Tonight we’ll enjoy an exquisite dinner at the hotel’s acclaimed El Olivo restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Tramuntana Mountains, Sóller, Deià
Accomplished: 25 miles / 40 km, elevation gain: 2,637 feet / 804 meters
Longer Option: 43 miles / 69 km, elevation gain: 5,422 feet / 1,653 meters
Accommodations: La Residencia or Son Bunyola

Today we dial down the intensity—we’ll need our energy for tomorrow’s spectacular finish. Ride out from the hotel on a coastal road, then descend right into Sóller. From here, choose an easier loop through the small village of Fornalutx past citrus and olive orchards, or tackle the challenging switchbacks of the Col de Sóller, adding a 6% grade over five kilometers. We’ll regroup in the charming seaside village of Port de Sóller for a delicious lunch overlooking the marina before zipping along the coast towards Deià cove, close to our hotel. This evening, your guides can recommend their favorite nearby restaurants for dinner on your own.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Destinations: Sóller, Fornalutx, Port de Sóller
Accomplished: 14 miles / 23 km, elevation gain: 1,374 feet / 419 meters
Longer Option: 34 miles / 55 km, elevation gain: 4,192 feet / 1,278 meters
Accommodations: La Residencia or Son Bunyola

For today’s ride, choose to start from the hotel or take a short transfer to the charming village of Valldemossa. Stop for coffee and wander the streets of this pretty town beloved by its illustrious residents both past and present—including composer Frédéric Chopin, writer Georges Sand, and actor Michael Douglas. During this stunning ride, we’ll cruise between the mountains and the coast on one of the island’s most revered cycling routes, the Tramuntana Classic. A celebratory lunch is served in the chic marina town of Port Andratx. Unwind this afternoon at your hotel before we share one final gourmet dinner, toasting to our adventures together.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Valldemossa, Banyalbufar, Estellencs, Port d’Andratx
Accomplished: 29 miles / 46 km, elevation gain: 2,660 feet / 811 meters
Longer Option: 43 miles / 70 km, elevation gain: 4,694 feet / 1,431 meters
Accommodations: Castell Son Claret or Kimpton Aysla Mallorca

In the morning your guides will transfer you to the airport or to your hotel in Palma if you have decided to extend your stay. Although your Mallorca adventure has come to an end, there is more to explore on this stunning island paradise.

Meals: Breakfast