Mallorca Family Bike + Adventure Tour
Serra de Tramuntana and Treasures of the Spanish Mediterranean
Tour Highlights
- Whip up your own pan of paella during a cooking demonstration
- Ride along the Mediterranean coast on horseback
- Go on a sea kayaking excursion from Port de Pollença
- Spend a day hiking through castle ruins and olive groves, surrounded by awe-inspiring Mediterranean views
Eat
Olives, sobrasada sausage, ensaïmada pastries, and seafood like langoustines and locally caught fish
Drink
Unique, locally produced wine varietals including Callet and Manto Negro and white wines like Prensal
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Welcome to Mallorca
Your guides will greet you at your hotel in Palma and shuttle you to the starting point of our adventure at the base of the city’s cathedral. We’ll share a few tapas to celebrate our arrival before our first ride along the scenic coastal bike path. Enjoy the Mediterranean landscapes under deep blue skies and amidst colorful scenery. We’ll pedal eastward past hopping beach clubs and stop for a swim in the beautiful sea and a delicious ice cream. It’ll be a scenic transfer from the beach to our hotel for the next five nights. Tonight we’ll enjoy a fantastic welcome dinner together at the hotel’s own restaurant.
Meals: Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Palma de Mallorca, S’Arenal, Pollença
Accomplished: 12 miles / 20 km, elevation gain: 116 meters
Accommodations: Hotel Son Brull -
Day 2
Mallorca from Two Different Saddles
Today we’ll cycle along quiet country roads, through small rustic villages, and past endless almond orchards. Enjoy rolling hills on our way to Son Serra de Marina, a hot spot for wildlife and local cowboys, whom we’ll join for an animated lunch. After, ride to the stables of Rancho Grande for a guided horseback ride through the hillsides and down to the coast. Dismounting our horses, opt to pedal back to the hotel or jump in the van. You are free to enjoy dinner on your own tonight. Your guides will happily bring you to Pollença to enjoy a traditional meal in the bustling main square if you’d like.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Destinations: Alcudia, Son Serra de Marina
Accomplished: 19 miles / 31 km, elevation gain: 185 meters; horseback riding
Accommodations: Hotel Son Brull -
Day 3
Kayaking at the Cap de Formentor
Start the morning with a warm up ride to Alaró before passing through several quiet, rural villages on our way to the cultural hotspot of Port de Pollença. We’ll enjoy a lovely lunch overlooking the Mediterranean before relaxing on the tranquil beach in front of the restaurant. Our day of magnificent vistas only gets better with an afternoon of kayaking, offering sweeping views of the Mediterranean and unique access to grottos and secret beaches. After the day’s adventure, we’ll drive back to the hotel to relax. Dinner tonight is in an upbeat restaurant in the beach town of Port de Pollença.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Alaró, Port de Pollença, Cap de Formentor
Accomplished: 12 miles / 19 km, elevation gain: 209 meters
Accommodations: Hotel Son Brull -
Day 4
Through the Vineyards to Benissalem
We’ll cycle today through Mallorca’s wine country, riding past the vineyards of the local Manto Negro, Moll, Callet, Fogoneu, Ull de llebre, Monastrell, and Parellada. Pass through the town of Binissalem, home to one of the most beautiful squares in the Mallorcan countryside. Learn about the island’s winemaking practices during tastings of the white, rosé, and reds from the island’s only AOCs: Pla i Llevant and Binissalem. Continue on into the town of Binissalem for a lunch on the square before heading back. Enjoy some quality family time before tonight’s interactive (and delicious) paella demonstration at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Campanet, Moscari, Lloseta, Benissalem
Accomplished: 24 miles / 39 km, elevation gain: 367 meters
Accommodations: Hotel Son Brull -
Day 5
Hiking Through the Tramuntana Mountains
We’ll trade in our bikes today for hiking shoes, climbing gently through beautiful olive groves that line the Orient Valley. Our path winds through Holm Oak woods to join the ancient cobbled path to the ruined Castillo de Alaró. Winding steps lead us to the imposing entrance, where we’ll explore the ruins and enjoy the panoramic views of Palma and the Tramuntana mountains. Learn about the many battles that took place here. After, our route zigzags gently downhill through more woods. Here we’ll stop for an unforgettable lamb lunch. Later, transfer back to the hotel to enjoy the pool before reuniting for our last dinner together.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Tramuntana Mountains, Alaró, Castillo de Alaró
Accomplished: 5 miles / 8 km hiking
Longer Option: 10 miles / 16 km hiking
Accommodations: Hotel Son Brull -
Day 6
Adios to Mallorca
It’s time to say adios to Mallorca after an exciting journey. If you’d like, take one last ride on the island before your guides see you off at the airport in Palma.
Meals: Breakfast
DuVine itineraries may be subject to slight route changes, hotels substitutions, and other modifications.
Arrival Details
Airport City: Palma, Mallorca Pick-Up Location: HM Jaime III, Hotel Saratoga, Can Cera Hotel, or Hotel Sant Francesc Pick-Up Time: 9:15-9:30 am
Departure Details
Airport City: Palma, Mallorca Drop-Off Location: Palma Airport or Jaime III Hotel Drop-Off Time: Between 9:00-10:00 am
Younger Travelers
- For safety reasons, children must be at least 7 years old to ride their own bike; trailers and tag-along bikes are available for younger children
- Safety triangles provided to all children on tour
Inclusions + Details
Accommodations
- Thoughtfully selected accommodations that reveal the true character of the region
- Luggage transfers
Meals
- Daily breakfasts, all lunches, nutritious snacks, and après velo cocktails
- 4 gourmet dinners at our favorite local restaurants and renowned culinary establishments
- Carefully selected local wine, beer, or spirits with every meal
Activities
- Wine tastings and activities as outlined in the tour itinerary
- Entrance fees to historic sites, museums, parks, and all other exclusive events
- Gratuities for baggage, porters, and hotel service
Gear
- Top-of-the-line bicycle selection and bike helmet
- Complimentary DuVine gear, including a custom cycling jersey, DuVine t-shirt, water bottle, and drawstring bag
- GPS in most destinations
Support
- Expert bilingual guides with extensive local knowledge
- Support vehicle that follows the day’s route, distributes refreshments, and offers lifts
- Pick-up and drop-off before and after your tour from predetermined meeting points
- Daily bike maintenance to ensure optimal performance
