The Spanish island of Mallorca, a popular destination in Europe, offers many excursion destinations. Although most holidaymakers visit the Spanish island because of the wide sandy beaches, the blue sea and the inexhaustible sun, it is worth leaving the beach or hotel pool for a few hours or even a day trip to discover the secrets of the island. Discover the most beautiful destinations in Mallorca:
You must have seen the northernmost spot of Mallorca. The beautiful rock formations of the Cap de Formentor take your breath away and are the most printed postcard motive of the island. Little tip: Shoot your personal postcard motif and send your friends and family a special greeting from Mallorca. Often there is a light breeze at the cap, that is why this excursion destination is called "meeting point of the winds".
A visit to the Cuevas del Drach, the so-called dragon caves, is an absolute must for every nature lover. The giant stalactites and stalagmites form an unreal image of reality and the soft drops of water relax all senses. To crown the excursion, you will take a boat across one of the largest underground lakes in the world. When all visitors have taken their seats in the small hall by the lake, the light goes out. Out of the darkness you listen to live classical music in the middle of this unreal cave world. The dragon caves are one of the most popular destinations in Mallorca. If you want to enjoy this wonder of nature undisturbed, a trip in the low season is recommended.
The old town of Palma de Mallorca is always worth a visit. The cathedral La Seu is worth seeing. It is the top tourist attraction of the capital and one of the largest churches in Spain. The foundation stone for this masterpiece was laid in the 13th century. However, the entire construction was completed many eras later. In the 20th century, the famous Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí worked on the restoration of this church. Gaudi was previously responsible for the construction of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. On a trip to Palma you will be picked up by bus at your holiday resort. During the trip you will learn all about the island and its sights. In Palma you have the choice: sightseeing, shopping or going to a restaurant?
The Sanctuary: Santuari de Santa Maria de Lluc is the spiritual centre of the Majorcan island and is located in a basin of the Tramuntana Mountains. Here the Mare de Déu de Lluc, the "Mother of God of Lluc", watches over the entire city in the form of a black statue of the Madonna. If you go on a day trip to this sight in the Tramuntana mountains on the first Saturday in August, you can watch the pilgrimage of many believers. He finds his end point here.
A day trip to Sóller promises enchanting architecture and unbelievable cosiness at the small fishing port of the Mallorcan village. Take a ride on the Ferrocarril de Sóller and discover the fabulous views of the Sóller valley and the Tramuntana mountains. The historic tram is called the red lightning. The tram runs every one to two hours. Tickets are available from 3,00€ depending on the route. Afterwards you can enjoy culinary delights in the many small restaurants in the old town or take a trip to the sea. Excursions by bus to Sóller are often combined with a stop in the gorge of Calobra.
On average, travellers spend seven days in Mallorca. Due to the short flight time, more and more short travellers are moving to this year-round warm island in the Mediterranean. No matter whether you spend your summer holiday or a short trip on the sunny island. Discover the steep cliffs at Cap de Formentor, the small artificial village Nuevo Pueblo Espanol in Palma or the picturesque coastal landscape in the Tramuntana mountains. Sa Calobra or Sóller invite you to unique day trips. For an island tour you should plan 8 hours. On the day tours you usually experience three of the most popular destinations on Mallorca.
Mallorca is not nicknamed the "Pearl of the Mediterranean" for nothing. It is rare to find such a variety of sights on an island. Spend a wonderful day trip in the old town of Palma de Mallorca. Here you will find many architectural masterpieces, great restaurants and one of the largest churches in Spain, the La Seu Cathedral. Another highlight is the West Mountains, which are part of the UNESCO world heritage. On the famous coastal road you can enjoy overwhelming views and be captivated by the landscape of Mallorca. Visit the city of Sóller in the heart of the so-called "Valley of the Glodes". The valley bears the name because bright orange trees invite you to nibble there all year round.
The most popular boat trip is the catamaran trip along the coast of Mallorca. Gather many new and unique impressions on the water. During a stopover on the open sea you have time to refresh yourself in the cool water or to go diving with the snorkel. On the boat trips you can see Mal Pas and Bonaire or the beautiful bay of Pollensa. The bay of Cala Murta invites you to swim in a magnificent setting and enjoy a Mallorcan lunch on the beach of Formentor. With children, instead of the catamaran, a boat trip with a covered boat is recommended.
While many adults are completely satisfied with a relaxing day at the beach, children thirst for fun and adventure. For families, excursions are suitable that combine excitement, fun and a real experience. You should make sure that the activities are suitable for the age and abilities of your children. As long as all family members can swim, fun is guaranteed with a boat trip and subsequent visit to a real pirate cave. Equipped with snorkelling and diving suits, young and old alike explore the wonderful underwater world off Mallorca. For families with small children we recommend the boat tours with a covered boat to protect the children from the hot sun on Mallorca.
Mallorca can be discovered individually and alternatively on your own. Anyone who wants to plan his or her own undertakings should bear in mind that public transport is not perfect. Some of the sights in Mallorca are difficult to reach. If you want to be flexible and at the same time fast on the road, you should inform yourself about the possibility of a rental car. As a small insider tip, excursions by motor scooter are especially popular. The small mopeds are not as fast as a car, but they are all the more fun to ride in the winding serpentines.
Mallorca stands for quiet walks in small fishing villages. For sightseeing in the picturesque old town of Palma. Or for hiking trips in the mountains. In order to participate in as many Mallorca activities as possible and learn a lot about the island, bus tours with a tour guide are the best option. For those who long for action and adventure, a bus tour is not the right thing. How about a quad bike trip to the cliffs of Majoris and a speed boat tour over the Mediterranean Sea? Adrenalin addicts will get their money's worth and experience an exciting island tour at the same time.
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