What to expect
4 Guided Walks
Picturesque coastal viewpoints & hilltop villages
Traditional Transport
Hop on a wooden train from Soller to Palma
Medieval Old Postal Routes
Discover routes connecting Esporles to Banyalbufar
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About this trip...
About the trip
Join Solos as we head to the Balearic Island of Mallorca for this walking holiday, discovering the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range which forms the backbone of Mallorca. We have four guided walks included in the itinerary, where we will witness the beauty of Mallorca's stunning coasts, beaches, whilst also experiencing pretty and traditional hilltop towns and villages, medieval old postal routes and wooden trains to name a few.
What's Included
Airport transfers
Room for sole use
Half Board – breakfast daily and evening meals in hotel
Welcome drink
4 fully guided walking days
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
What's extra:
- International fights not included
- Travel insurance
- Tips & drinks
- Meals not included in the itinerary
- Activities not included in the itinerary
- Tourist Tax of €3.30 per night
Itinerary
- Arrive in Mallorca
- Deia circular Route
- Postman's Route, Esporles to Banyulbafar
- Day at leisure
- Valldemosa circular route
- Day at leisure
- Deia to Soller
- Departure Day
What you'll be doing
Day One: Arrive Mallorca
- Dinner Included
Day Two: Deia´ circular Route
- Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Three: Postman's Route, Esporles to Banyalbufar
Today we transfer to the mountain village of Esporles, a pretty village that retains much of its original charm, with typical stone faced houses and winding streets. Here we begin the popular hiking 'Old Postman's Route'. The Camí Des Correu (Post Road) is the royal road with medieval roots dating to 1401, and connects Esporles with Banyalbufar. Until the 19th Century, this public path was the only means of communication between the two towns and, from there, with Palma. But after the current road between Esporles and Banyalbufar was inaugurated, the path was abandoned. The Consell de Mallorca restored it in 1999 and included it in the path network of the Ruta de Piedra en Seco. The route runs through holm oak forests and has wonderful views of the Serra de Tramuntana coast.
- Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Four: Day at leisure
We spend today however we wish. We can kick back and relax at the hotel, making use of its facilities, such as its pools, bars or even the wellness and spa area. The sandy beach of Santa Ponsa is a short walk away, or we can explore the city of Palma, known as the 'pearl of the Mediterranean,' which is 20km away and is perfect for a day trip. The capital of the island boasts the huge Santa María Cathedral, a Gothic landmark from the 13th Century which overlooks the Bay of Palma.
- Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Five: Valldemosa circular route
This morning, we transfer to the hilltop village of Valldemossa. From there, we begin a small circular route taking us to the Hermitage of Valldemossa. We see the ruins of the 'ermites velles' chapel and cross several oak forests. Whilst walking, we'll find numerous remains of different typical constructions of old professions linked to the rural world in the Serra de Tramuntana, such as lime kilns or coal bunkers. This walk is a route through the trades of the forest.
- Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Six: Day at leisure
Today we have another day at leisure. The choice is ours on how we wish to spend it, either relaxing or exploring the local area further.
- Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Seven: Deia´ to Soller
We begin the day with breakfast before heading to the outskirts of Deiá. Today's beautiful walk begins on the outside of the village, walking to the beautiful old traditional town of Soller. On this walk, we witness some fabulous viewpoints of the coast and Soller itself. We can also enjoy some free time in Soller, which sits in the heart of the ‘valley of oranges’. The main square – Plaza de la Constitución – is Soller’s beating heart, which is lined with numerous bars and cafés. We board a wooden train, known locally as the 'Orange Express', for a scenic journey down to Palma.
- Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Eight: Depart Mallorca
Today we enjoy our final breakfast at the hotel, before transferring to the airport for our onward flight.
- Breakfast Included
Accommodation
Zafiro Rey Don Jaime
Facilities include
Room includes
Dates & Prices
Essential Information
- Walking boots with good ankle support
- Waterproofs – jacket and trousers
- Walking poles – recommended as they provide good support for the knees, particularly on downhill sections of walks and when conditions are wet/slippery
- Lightweight trousers and shorts with pockets
- Shirts or t-shirts for walking in
- Walking socks – several pairs
- Lightweight fleece or jumper
- Daysack/rucksack for walking
- Lightweight drinking bottle to carry water whilst walking
- Small first aid kit – plasters, insect repellant, etc
- Good, high factor sunscreen, sunhat and sunglasses
We recommend that you check passport and visa requirements for the country you are visiting at the State Department if you have a U.S. Passport. Most countries require that your passport have at least six months validity when traveling internationally, and many require that you have one to two blank visa pages for either an entry stamp or visa. As a general rule, please check that your passport has six months validity beyond your planned trip, and if not, please renew your passport with plenty of time to provide Solos with your updated passport information by the final payment due date.
We recommend that you check if vaccinations are required for your destination at the CDC’s recommendations for your visited destination(s). We also recommend you purchase travel protection. A travel protection plan can often assist with medical emergencies and reimburse costs that are covered by the plan. Please verify coverage details with Solos before you travel.
