Backroads of Mallorca
8 Days & 7 Nights 3.5 Read 2 reviews- Cycle the serene Mediterranean coastline of Mallorca
- Roll through fishing villages and explore hidden coves
- Pedal the Bay of Pollenca and S’Albufera wetland nature reserve
- Refuel with a traditional paella lunch and local wine
- Visit the Lluc Monastery, deep in the UNESCO Serra Tramuntana mountains
What To Expect
Trip Style:
Self Guided | Go at your own pace on an independent holiday.
Activity:
Inn to Inn Cycling, E-Biking | A classic point to point cycling holiday, staying in a different location each night, E-Bikes with electronic motors to assist available to hire on this holiday (subject to availability), to make things easier
This trip is suitable for:
Solo Travellers, First Timers
Ideal if you have an interest in:
- Coastal & Island
- National Parks & Trails
Grade & Terrain
This cycle tour is graded easy to moderate, with minimal ascents and enjoyable descents over daily dstances varying between 20-60 km. Sections of challenging ascent are skipped by local tram/bus transfer. We recommend a good level of fitness to allow you to make the most of your holiday. Cycle largely on quiet side roads, field paths and some hiking paths, always with as little traffic as possible. Inevitably there is more traffic as you near towns. Our local partner operates a support bus for the duration of your trip for support if needed.
Navigation
We supply you with detailed route notes so you will be able to easily follow the route. You will have a welcome meeting after breakfast on day 2 (your first day of cycling) to talk you through the route and assist you with any questions you may have.
Accommodation Information
The hotels featured on this tour offer great value, delicious food and a warm welcome to cyclists. The accommodations we normally use are detailed in the itinerary, please note these are subject to availability at the time of booking so alternative properties of the same or better standard may be offered.
You can add extra nights at the start or end of your trip, but due to luggage transfer logistics, it is not possible to add nights during the trip itself.
- 7 Nights in 3* and 4* hotels
- 7 Breakfasts
- 6 Dinners
- 1 Traditional paella lunch with wine
- Baggage transfers
- City tour of Palma
- "Red Bolt" tram from Soller to Palma
- Transfer from Inka via Lluc to Serra de Son Torella (day 6)
- Route notes, maps and detailed information pack
- 24/7 Emergency telephone support from our office
- Travel to / from Mallorca
- Bike hire (hybrid or e-bike)
- 1 Dinner
- Lunches, drinks & snacks
- Personal equipment
- Travel insurance (required)
- Additional nights at the beginning or end of the trip
- Bike hire
- E-bike hire
When To Go
You can start your cycle tour on Sundays in March-June and September-October. During the summer months the weather is too hot and Mallorca can be very crowded.
Getting to the Start
By Air: Palma is the best airport for the tour and is just 15-20 mins from El Arenal. Many carriers fly into Palma from the UK and across Europe, including British Airways, Iberia, and the low-cost airlines Ryanair, EasyJet, Jet2.com. From Palma Airport it is a 10 minute taxi ride to El Arenal (approx. 15 EUR), or a 25 minute bus for a few EUR. Full details are available in your information pack.
Baggage Transfer
Baggage transfers are included in the trip arrangements. Your luggage will be transferred between your accommodations each night (please limit your bags to 20kg per person).
General Information
Equipment
Hybrid (21 gear) bikees are available for rental and come equipped with a small repair kit, 1 rear pannier, handlebar bag, pump, spare tube and a water bottle holder. E-bikes are also available if you'd like a little battery-powered assistance along the way.
Please be prepared by packing all necessary items, for example, proper rain gear (jacket and pants) for any showers, sunglasses, sun hat and sunscreen. Your information pack has a detailed equipment list which includes standard cycling gear such as good cycling footwear, warm and waterproof clothes for the cooler months and lightweight clothing for summer, along with a day pack.
Travel Insurance
It is a requirement of booking this tour with Macs Adventure that you have suitable travel insurance which covers you for the activity and emergency evacuation and hospital care.