Mallorca Challenge Bike Tour
Pro Cycling Playground: Sa Calobra to the Serra de Tramuntana
Itinerary
Print Itinerary- Day 1
Kicking It Off on the Cap de Formentor
Meet your guides at your pre-tour hotel and transfer to the starting point for our first ride. After a safety briefing and bike fitting on our top-of-the-line Cannondales, it’s time to warm up on loop to the Mediterranean beach town of Cala San Vicente. After, tackle one of Mallorca’s classics: the Cap de Formentor. More like a series of short ascents than a technical climb, the route is comprised of pristine pavement and changing views along the island’s eastern peninsula. At the iconic lighthouse, it seems like we’ve ridden to the end of the world—and we’ll understand completely why this place is paradise for cyclists. Head back via the opposite side of Pollença Bay, passing Alcudìa and ending with a seaside lunch in the cycling capital of Port de Pollença. Get settled at Son Brull where a well-deserved massage is a great first-day reward, followed by a delicious welcome dinner.
Meals: Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Formentor, Port de Pollença, Alcudìa
Accomplished: 56 miles / 90 km, elevation gain: 4,238 feet / 1,292 meters
Accommodation: Son Brull or Can Auli - Day 2
King Stage on Sa Calobra
Fuel up at breakfast because you’ll need it for today’s epic climb up Sa Calobra. Gain 670 meters of elevation over nine kilometers at an average of 7%—it’s a wildly popular ride with the pros and one of the main reasons cyclists insist on visiting Mallorca. We may even encounter members of Team Ineos or Team Jumbo Visma as they train on Sa Calobra’s 26 hairpin turns. Having conquered one of the week’s hardest climbs, we’ve earned the electrifying descent and satisfying lunch that follows. Tonight, head into the pequeño port of Pollença for dinner beside the bay.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Sa Calobra, Pollença
Accomplished: 60 miles / 96 km, elevation gain: 7,355 feet / 2,242 meters
Accommodation: Son Brull or Can Auli - Day 3
Crossing the Tramuntana Mountians
This morning we’ll bike out of Pollença towards the island’s northwest coast and our destination in the dazzling village of Deià. Crossing the UNESCO-listed Serra de Tramuntana mountains involves a series of climbs, culminating in Puig Major. In total, the range spans nearly 90 kilometers and the views are hard to describe until you see them for yourself. We’ll be in good company as we share the road (and a few friendly nods) with the small pelotons of local cycling clubs. Upon reaching our hotel, surrender your bike to our mechanic for some mid-week service while you relax by the pool. Head into Deià for dinner on your own—there are plenty of charming restaurants to choose from.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Destinations: Pollença, Deià
Accomplished: 41 miles / 66 km, elevation gain: 5,285 feet / 1,611 meters
Accommodation: La Residencia or Gran Hotel Sóller - Day 4
Deià Loop: From the Mountains to the Sea
The sheer variety of scenery makes today’s ride a highlight of the week. Head south to meet the rugged cliffs of the Tramuntana range, then enter the sun-drenched valley where Sóller sits surrounded by orange groves. Keep riding all the way to the coast and stop for coffee by the crashing waves in Port de Sóller, then complete the loop back to our hotel in Deià. We’ll have lunch at La Residencia, then get some serious relief for our legs thanks to another massage. Tonight, an easy stroll into Deià leads us to a favorite local restaurant for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Fornalutx, Sóller, Port de Sóller
Accomplished: 51 miles / 83 km, elevation gain: 5,351 feet / 1,631 meters
Accommodation: La Residencia or Gran Hotel Sóller - Day 5
Finale in Port d’Andratx
We’ll end on a high note with the longest stage of the week. Set off from Deià and follow the coastal road all the way south to the stylish seaside town of Port d’Andratx. On the return ride, we’ll hit a favorite climb and hidden gem of the Tramuntanas: the ascent to Galilea. It’s twisty on the way up, composed of undulating terrain (and almost no flat sections) under the cover of pine trees. You know you’re near the top when the scenery starts to open up, which feels like a triumphant finish to the trip. The celebration comes a few hours later as we revel in a sunset dinner on La Residencia’s heavenly terrace.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Port d’Andratx, Galilea
Accomplished: 68 miles / 110 km, elevation gain: 8,346 feet / 2,544 meters
Accommodation: La Residencia or Gran Hotel Sóller - Day 6
Adiós to Mallorca!
This morning, your guides will transfer you to the airport or 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
DuVine itineraries may be subject to slight route changes, hotel substitutions, and other modifications.
Arrival Details
Airport City: Palma, Mallorca Pick-Up Location: Palma pre-night hotel Pick-Up Time: 8:30 am
Departure Details
Airport City: Palma, Mallorca Drop-Off Location: Palma airport Drop-Off Time: 11:00 am
Arrival and departure details for 2025 tours may be subject to change.
Travelers Take Note
Upon booking this tour, you will be asked to complete a short form. We use this information to ensure all Level 4 trip participants are adequately prepared for our most difficult riding and have proximate cycling experience to the rest of the group.
Please note that e-bikes cannot be reserved for this tour.
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Accommodations
- Thoughtfully selected accommodations that reveal the true character of the region in ideal riding locations
- Gratuities for baggage, porters, and hotel service
- Luggage transfers
Meals
- Daily breakfasts, all lunches, and 4 cyclist-friendly dinners at our favorite local restaurants and renowned culinary establishments
- Nutritious energy snacks, hydration, and shakes to support endurance and recovery
- Local wines and beer with every meal
Gear
- Colnago V4 carbon road bike with Dura-Ace Di2 groupset and Vision carbon wheelset
- Custom Rapha x DuVine kit
- DuVine Challenge t-shirt, water bottle, and drawstring bag
- GPS with pre-programmed route maps
Support
- Expert bilingual guide with extensive cycling experience and local knowledge
- SAG vehicle that follows the day’s route, offers support as needed, and carries spare gear and snacks
- Pick-up and drop-off before and after your tour from predetermined meeting points
- Laundry service for cycling apparel provided mid-week
- Daily bike maintenance to ensure optimal performance
Additional Inclusions
- Two massages
For technical riding and Europe's classic climbs, only one bike will do: the Colnago V4. This best-in-class bike includes Dura-Ace Di2 shifting and a custom Vision carbon wheelset for a ride that's light, responsive, and unbelievably fun to ride—with design sensibility that looks just as good as it feels on the road. Colnago invested serious research hours and conducted aerodynamic studies to realize the V4's monocoque carbon frame. It's solid yet reactive, with a shorter head tube and longer fork for enhanced rideability—yet it retains the soul of a racing bike. Together, these features make our custom V4s equally well-suited to flat terrain and grueling grades. The Colnago V4 is exclusively available to cyclists on our Challenge tours.