Mallorca in Style

Fly into Palma Airport, where a private transfer will be waiting to collect you and whisk you to your elegant hotel in the centre of Palma, just a 20 minute ride away. With its ideal location right in the historic centre, you are perfectly placed to enjoy some of the island’s best restaurants and the lively arts and café scene in the evening.  We highly recommend a wander round the Mercado Gastronómico San Juan, an indoor market offering a wide variety of fresh produce, meats, seafood, and artisanal products.

A full day to explore this vibrant, cosmopolitan city. The impressive Gothic cathedral with its 61 stained-glass windows is well worth a visit. Then perhaps take a stroll down the shaded Passeig del Born with its elegant shops and restaurants. Enjoy wandering through the vibrant lanes of the old quarter with its quirky medieval architecture. Or take a trip just outside the city centre to Fundació Miró Mallorca, to view some of the abstract designs by famous artist Joan Miró. In the evening, you may like to have a walk along the Paseo Marítimo, looking on to the marina, filled with yachts and lined with restaurants.

After a short private transfer through the Mallorcan countryside, arrive at your home for the next four nights, a beautiful finca just outside Soller, nestled between the mountains and the sea. It is hard not to immediately fall in love with this wonderful region, known as the "Valley of Oranges". 

We highly recommend relaxing at your hotel this afternoon, perhaps sipping a cocktail by the pool, accompanied by spectacular views and just the sound of goat bells from the surrounding orchards. Later on, your hotel can phone a taxi for a quick trip down to the town of Soller (10 minutes). Visit Plaza de la Constitución, the lively main square lined with bars and cafes. If you are in Soller on a Saturday, the local market takes place and the square really comes alive with stalls selling arts, crafts and artisan goods. 

Today you'll walk on an old trade route, now part of Mallorca's long-distance trail, the GR221, from Deia back to Soller. After a short 20 minute private transfer, discover the idyllic town of Deia. With it’s honey-coloured houses, this village has inspired artists and musicians since the 19th century, including the English poet and novelist Robert Graves. Today it is home to many little art galleries and small boutiques. As you have a short and fairly easy walk back to Soller, take some time to enjoy exploring, perhaps visiting the Robert Graves museum, former home to the English war poet. 

From Deia, walk on cobbled paths through olive groves back to Soller, with frequent glimpses of the sea. Picturesque fincas and the ubiquitous stone walls of the dry stone path blend seamlessly into the wild beauty of the Serra de Tramuntana. A highlight of the walk is sure to be a stop at Finca Son Mico, a traditional Mallorcan bakery perched high above the valley with the most incredible views. Here, sisters Isabelle and Ines serve up freshly-baked cakes, pies and tarts accompanied by either a glass of refreshing, freshly-squeezed orange juice or a Café con leche. Take your time soaking in the atmosphere as it is just a short walk to your hotel from here.

Later in the afternoon, after some time to freshen up and perhaps a quick dip in the swimming pool, a private transfer will arrive to bring you to Can Piza, a small boutique winery. Relax in the peaceful surroundings of the vineyard and enjoy a 2 hour tasting including 7 different wines and a selection of Mallorcan tapas, before being transferred back to Soller for one last evening in the finca.

Ascent/Descent: 277m/200m

Today is a real feast to the senses. Enjoy a lovely loop walk from Soller, taking in some of the surrounding Tramuntana villages. Walk on paths lined by orange trees and olive groves to the tiny little village of Binibassi. Surrounded by the scent of pine trees, continue to Fornalutx, often referred to as one of the prettiest villages in Spain. Have a stroll around its narrow lanes lined with charming stone buildings with red tiled roofs and perhaps enjoy a quick refreshment from one of the cafes lining the central square, Plaça d’España. On your way back in to Soller, a treat awaits you, with an included visit to a local citrus orchard. Ecovinyassa is a tranquil little place with a perfect location surrounded by groves of lemon, orange and olive trees and backed by mountains. On a short self-guided tour, learn about the multitude of citrus fruits that are grown in the "Valley of Oranges" before sampling a typical Mallorcan snack, accompanied by a glass of freshly-squeezed orange juice.

Ascent/Descent: 125m

A relatively short walk will reward you with some of the best views on the island today. First is an easy and mostly downhill walk to the Port of Soller with its attractive fishing harbour and large bay. Perhaps enjoy a Café con leche with sea views, before continuing to the Cap Gros lighthouse, which previously controlled the entrance to Port de Sóller. With it's spectacular views of the Mediterranean, the cliffs along the north coast and the mountains that border the valley, it will be hard to tear yourself away from this idyllic spot. When you can eventually do it, walk from here through the Savinar area, which attracts a number of migratory birds and seabirds, to the impressive Muleta Gran, a former defence tower and old olive oil mills, before returning to your hotel in Soller.

Ascent/Descent: 301m

A short 30 minute transfer brings you to Valldemossa this morning. After visiting Mallorca in 1867, Austrian Archduke Ludwig Salvator was so taken by it that he was inspired to create a walking route from this beautiful village. On this final, and more challenging walk, enjoy various spectacular vantage points and an insight into traditional mountain industries, passing several charcoal ovens and lime kilns. The extra effort is well worth it! In the afternoon, take time to explore Valldemossa, which has served as inspiration to artists and composers alike, one of which was Frederic Chopin, who lived there from 1838-39. Visit the Carthusian monastery or enjoy sweet treats such as ’coca de patata’ (a sweet potato cake) from one of the traditional family bakeries.

A final celebratory night awaits you, at the exquisite Hotel Valdemossa. Enjoy a special 3 course meal including local specialities accompanied by champagne  - the perfect way to reward your efforts over the past few days walking and finish your Mallorca in Style holiday!

Ascent/Descent: 638m

An included private transfer will collect you and take you back to Palma Airport for onward travel connections. Or you may like to add on extra nights in Palma at the end of your tour - just speak to our team and they can sort that out for you!