Mallorca (North & West Coast) 🌊
"Stylish Palma city life followed by dramatic Serra de Tramuntana mountain drives."
While the south is busy, the UNESCO-listed Tramuntana mountains offer incredible roads for driving. You can split your time between a chic boutique hotel in Palma and a luxury resort in Sóller or Deià.
A perfect blend of rugged mountain driving, sophisticated coastal villages, and the historic charm of Palma, focusing on the dramatic landscape of the Serra de Tramuntana.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 · Gothic Grandeur in Palma de Mallorca
Morning — Arrive in Palma de Mallorca. Visit the stunning La Seu Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece, and the adjacent Almudaina Palace.
Afternoon — Explore the labyrinthine streets of the Old Town (Casco Antiguo). Visit the Arab Baths and walk the park of Sa Feixina. Enjoy a coffee at the Plaça de Cort.
Evening — Dine at a trendy tapas bar in the Santa Catalina neighborhood, Palma's culinary hotspot. Stroll along the Paseo Marítimo as the sun sets.
💡 Book Cathedral tickets online in advance to skip the long queues.
Day 2 · Heading into the Tramuntana Mountains
Morning — Pick up a rental car. Drive to Castell de Bellver for panoramic views of Palma Bay before heading northwest into the Serra de Tramuntana mountains.
Afternoon — Drive 30 minutes to Valldemossa, a mountain village. Visit the Real Cartuja (Charterhouse) where Chopin stayed. Wander the cobblestone streets lined with flower pots.
Evening — Check into your hotel in Deià. Have dinner at a local bistro with views of the Tramuntana mountains. Generally, it's very quiet and romantic here.
💡 Rent a small car; mountain roads are very narrow with tight hairpins.
Day 3 · Bohemian Coastal Bliss in Deià
Morning — Leisurely morning in Deià. Visit the house of poet Robert Graves (Ca N'Alluny) and hike a short section of the 'Dry Stone Route'.
Afternoon — Spend the afternoon at Cala Deià, a rugged shingle beach. Relax by the clear turquoise water and watch the waves crash against the rocks.
Evening — Walk to the Sa Foradada viewpoint for one of the most famous sunsets on the island. Enjoy a glass of local wine while looking at the "hole in the rock."
💡 Lunch at Ca's Patró March is iconic but requires booking weeks in advance.
Day 4 · Oranges and Trams in Sóller
Morning — Short drive to the town of Sóller. Visit the Can Prunera Museum of Modernism and see the Art Nouveau architecture around the main square.
Afternoon — Take the historic wooden tram down to Port de Sóller. Walk the horseshoe bay, browse the boutiques, and try the local orange-flavored gelato.
Evening — Enjoy sea-front dining at Port de Sóller. Sample 'Gambas de Sóller' (local red prawns), a regional delicacy.
💡 Park in the outskirts of Sóller; the center is largely pedestrianized.
Day 5 · Dramatic Cliffs of the North Coast village
Morning — Drive north via the stunning Sa Calobra road (Kravat's Tie). Visit the Santuari de Lluc, a sacred mountain monastery. Continue toward Pollença.
Afternoon — Drive to Cap de Formentor, the northernmost point of the island. Stop at Mirador es Colomer for dramatic cliff views and visit the lighthouse.
Evening — Dine in the historic center of Pollença. Climb the 365 Calvari Steps for a view of the town under the stars.
💡 Avoid Sa Calobra between 11 AM and 1 PM when tour buses dominate the road.
Day 6 · Ancient Walls and Pristine Beaches
Morning — Explore the Roman ruins of Pollentia in nearby Alcúdia and walk along the medieval town walls. Explore the local market if it's a Sunday.
Afternoon — Spend a final afternoon at Platja de Formentor, a white sand beach backed by pine trees. Take a dip in the calm, crystal-clear water.
Evening — Drive back toward Palma for your final night. If time permits, stop at an 'agroturismo' for a farm-to-table farewell dinner.
💡 Alcudia's market is great for local leather goods and olive wood crafts.