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+1 888 396 5383 617 776 4441 [email protected] DUVINE.COM Europe / Spain / Mallorca Mallorca Bike Tour Dreamy Luxury and Sparkling Coasts of the Spanish Mediterranean © 2021 DuVine Adventure + Cycling Co. Cycle a breadth of landscapes as you ride up cols, into the stunning Tramuntana mountain range, and along the northwest coast Explore Pollença, an artists’ hideaway buzzing with cafés and galleries, once frequented by Winston Churchill, Agatha Christie, and actor Peter Ustinov Relax at sublime hotels including La Residencia and Hotel Castell Son Claret Accomplish the iconic Cap de Formentor ride to reach the lighthouse on the tip of the island’s eastern peninsula Arrival Details Departure Details Airport City: Airport City: Palma, Mallorca Palma, Mallorca Pick-Up Location: Drop-Off Location: HM Jaime III, Hotel Saratoga, Can Cera Downtown Palma Hotel, or Hotel Sant Francesc Drop-Off Time: Pick-Up Time: Between 9:00-10:00 am 9:15-9:30 am NOTE: DuVine provides group transfers to and from the tour, within reason and in accordance with the pick-up and drop-off recommendations. In the event your train, flight, or other travel falls outside the recommended departure or arrival time or location, you may be responsible for extra costs incurred in arranging a separate transfer. Emergency Assistance For urgent assistance on your way to tour or while on tour, please always contact your guides first. You may also contact the Boston office during business hours at +1 617 776 4441 or [email protected]. Travelers Take Note The road to Cap de Formentor will be closed to vehicle traffic from June through September. During these periods, we will not be able to offer van support for the affected section of the ride on Day 2. Tour By Day DAY 1 Welcome to Mallorca (featuring Son Brull) Your guides will meet you at one of our recommended pre-night hotels, and we’re off to the town of Alaró. From here we’ll ride out through Mallorca’s wine region, passing local vineyards and quaint towns. We’ll stop for a tasty lunch in the main square of Pollença, catching the end of the open-air market. Continue spinning to our magnificent hotel for the next two nights, and perhaps enjoy a poolside glass of chilled wine before dinner. Tonight, we're served a sumptuous selection of local ingredients from the island and its pristine coastal waters. Meals: Lunch / Dinner Destinations: Consell, Lloseta, Campanet, Pollença Accomplished: 24 miles / 39 km, elevation gain: 1,286 feet / 392 meters Accommodations: Son Brull Alternate Itinerary (featuring Finca Serena) Your guides will meet you at one of our recommended pre-night hotels, and we’re off to our home for the next two nights: a Mallorcan manor that’s been transformed into an elegant boutique hotel. During our warm-up ride, pedal through Mallorca’s heartland peppered with vineyards, olive groves, and ancient towns. If you’re ready to hit the ground running, conquer a climb to the sanctuary of Our Lady of Cura, the highest point in central Mallorca and a bygone place of sacred pilgrimage—today, it’s practically a pilgrimage for cyclists seeking a challenge (and some outstanding views from the summit). Back at Finca Serena, enjoy a light lunch on the terrace overlooking the countryside. Spend the afternoon by the pool or explore the vineyards, pine forests, and garden on the hotel grounds. Tonight, we’re treated to a memorable meal prepared using ingredients just picked from the chef’s garden or sourced from other nearby producers. Meals: Lunch / Dinner Destinations: Algaida, Randa, Montuiri Accomplished: 16 miles / 26 km, elevation gain: 935 feet / 285 meters Longer Option: 22 miles / 36 km, elevation gain: 1,900 feet / 580 meters Accommodations: Finca Serena DAY 2 The Bay of Formentor (featuring Son Brull) Today we will challenge ourselves on the epic Cap de Formentor lighthouse ride—one of DuVineMallorca’s itineraries legendary may be roads.subject Ourto slight main route climb changes, of the hotel day substitutions, will take usand from other Port modifications. de Pollença to the Colomer Mirador where we can admire the magnificent views of craggy rocks and the shimmering blue sea. Arrive at the lighthouse, enjoy a refreshing drink, and take a moment to snap some photos from the lighthouse terrace. Afterward, ride all the way back to Port de Pollença, or transfer and arrive in time for lunch at Tolo’s, a favorite hangout for amateur and professional cyclists like Sir Bradley Wiggins. Following lunch, return to the hotel by van or via the coastal road to Alcudia. Tonight, our great friend and local personality, Luis, will welcome us into his home for an exclusive homemade meal paired with a selection of his favorite wines. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Destinations: Alcudia, Port de Pollença, Formentor, Pollença Accomplished: 32 miles / 51 km, elevation gain: 3,392 feet / 1,034 meters Longer Option: 42 miles / 68 km, elevation gain: 3,870 feet / 1,180 meters Accommodations: Son Brull Alternate Itinerary (featuring Finca Serena) Today, explore the center of the island and its centuries-old towns and villages. Spin through farmlands en route to the village of Petra—birthplace of the controversial Franciscan monk Junipero Serra who later founded California’s missions—and pause for refreshments in the picturesque plaza. If you wish, ride up to the Bonany Sanctuary just outside of Petra for some magnificent hilltop vistas, and continue cycling to the town of Porreres. Here, we meet organic wine producer Barbara Mesquida for a tasting, then it's a quick ride to lunch at a farm-to-table café in the main plaza of Porreres. Tonight, our hotel chef will walk us through a cooking class that relies on the fresh, fragrant produce from his organic garden. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Destinations: Petra, Porreres Accomplished: 37 miles / 60 km, elevation gain: 1,561 feet / 476 meters Longer Option: 41 miles / 67 km, elevation gain: 2,200 feet / 670 meters Accommodations: Finca Serena DuVine itineraries may be subject to slight route changes, hotel substitutions, and other modifications. DAY 3 Ride the Tramuntana Classic (Part Uno) Today we will ascend into the dramatic Tramuntana Mountains, where the terrain is captivatingly diverse. From rocky lunar landscapes to magnificent coastal cliffs that plunge into the azure sea, our ride reveals hand-hewn tunnels, mountain lakes, shady forests, and quaint sandstone villages. Climb the Col de Puig Major, the highest point of the week where we’ll pause to absorb the views of the valley below before an exhilarating 14-kilometer descent into Sóller. After lunch, hop in the van or ride to Deià and our home for the next two nights, the relaxing-yet-luxurious Hotel La Residencia. Tonight we’ll enjoy an exquisite dinner at the hotel’s acclaimed El Olivo restaurant. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Destinations: Tramuntana Mountains, Sóller, Deià Accomplished: 25 miles / 40 km, elevation gain: 2,637 feet / 804 meters Longer Option: 43 miles / 69 km, elevation gain: 5,422 feet / 1,653 meters Accommodations: La Residencia DAY 4 Spinning to the Sea Today we dial down the intensity—we’ll need our energy for tomorrow’s spectacular finish. Ride out from the hotel on a coastal road, then descend right into Sóller. From here, choose an easier loop through the small village of Fornalutx past citrus and olive orchards, or tackle the challenging switchbacks of the Col de Sóller, adding a 6% grade over five kilometers. We’ll regroup in the charming seaside village of Port de Sóller for a delicious lunch overlooking the marina before zipping along the coast towards Deià cove, close to our hotel. This evening, your guides can recommend their favorite nearby restaurants for dinner on your own. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch Destinations: Sóller, Fornalutx, Port de Sóller Accomplished: 14 miles / 23 km, elevation gain: 1,374 feet / 419 meters Longer Option: 34 miles / 55 km, elevation gain: 4,192 feet / 1,278 meters Accommodations: La Residencia DuVine itineraries may be subject to slight route changes, hotel substitutions, and other modifications. DAY 5 Tramuntana Classic (Part Dos) to Port Andratx For today’s ride, choose to start from the hotel or take a short transfer to the charming village of Valldemossa. Stop for coffee and wander the streets of this pretty town beloved by its illustrious residents both past and present—including composer Frédéric Chopin, writer Georges Sand, and actor Michael Douglas. During this stunning ride, we’ll cruise between the mountains and the coast on one of the island’s most revered cycling routes, the Tramuntana Classic. A celebratory lunch is served in the chic marina town of Port Andratx. Unwind this afternoon at your hotel before we share one final gourmet dinner, toasting to our adventures together. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Destinations: Valldemossa, Banyalbufar, Estellencs, Port d’Andratx Accomplished: 29 miles / 46 km, elevation gain: 2,660 feet / 811 meters Longer Option: 43 miles / 70 km, elevation gain: 4,694 feet / 1,431 meters Accommodations: Castell Son Claret or La Residencia or Can Bordoy Grand House & Garden DAY 6 Adiós to Mallorca In the morning your guides will transfer you to the airport or to your hotel in Palma if you have decided to extend your stay. Although your Mallorca adventure has come to an end, there is more to explore on this stunning island paradise. Meals: Breakfast DuVine itineraries may be subject to slight route changes, hotel substitutions, and other modifications..