SpainVILLAGES OF MALLORCA
Self-Guided Cycling Holiday
SpainVillages of Mallorca
Self-Guided Cycling Tour
Length: 7 Days
Level: 
Price: from €1,450
This self-guided cycling holiday explores the charming, historic villages of Mallorca. Discover the stunning coast around the Pollensa Bay, the picturesque vineyards of Binissalem, and delightful villages such as Selva, Sineu and Montuiri on this leisurely holiday.
Mallorca is fantastic for cycling, whether you head into the coast and mountains, or, as on this tour, explore the delightful interior of the island. The tour follows routes along quiet country lanes, beautifully framed by dry stone walls, and with fantastic views of orchards, olive groves and pine forests.
You also stay in small boutique hotels which ooze with character and charm and make for a truly relaxing and luxurious stay.
The daily distances on this holiday are quite short, and the routes are flat or gently rolling. You will have plenty of opportunity to stop at the various beaches, towns, monasteries and archaeological sites that you will pass on the rides, as well as soaking up Mallorca's cafe culture and excellent gastronomy. Below you can find a detailed itinerary, and click on the tabs to see more highlights, as well as all the practical information about the holiday.
Day 1 - Alcudia
We pick you up from Palma airport (or anywhere else you are staying in Mallorca) and transfer you to the town of Alcudia.
Alcudia is one of the oldest towns on the island having been founded by Phoenician colonists 2,500 years ago.
You can also explore the tightly packed old town, hemmed in by the 14th century Medieval walls and imposing city gates. Depending on your arrival time, there is also the possibility of doing a short ride around the Alcudia Bay.
Alcudia is one of the oldest towns on the island having been founded by Phoenician colonists 2,500 years ago.
You can also explore the tightly packed old town, hemmed in by the 14th century Medieval walls and imposing city gates. Depending on your arrival time, there is also the possibility of doing a short ride around the Alcudia Bay.
Medieval Gate in Alcudia
Day 2 - Cap d'Alcudia & Pollentia
The first day in the saddle begins by riding out to Cap d'Alcudia - a stunning peninsula jutting out into the sea. The gently rolling road has beautiful views
across the Pollensa Bay and is one of the most spectacular parts of the coast on the whole island.
Your route continues by riding along a coastal cycle lane to the town of Pollensa, before returning to Alcudia on quiet country lanes. On the edge of Alcudia you pass the site of Pollentia. This was the first Roman settlement to be built on the island, with the ruins dating to the 2nd century BCE. The decision to conquer Mallorca was made as part of Roman attempts to eradicate piracy in the Mediterranean.
It's fascinating to explore, with the forum area and parts of the basilica among the ruins.
Short Route: 26km (16 miles)
Long Route: 39km (24 miles)
Your route continues by riding along a coastal cycle lane to the town of Pollensa, before returning to Alcudia on quiet country lanes. On the edge of Alcudia you pass the site of Pollentia. This was the first Roman settlement to be built on the island, with the ruins dating to the 2nd century BCE. The decision to conquer Mallorca was made as part of Roman attempts to eradicate piracy in the Mediterranean.
It's fascinating to explore, with the forum area and parts of the basilica among the ruins.
Cycle Routes:
Short Route: 26km (16 miles)
Long Route: 39km (24 miles)
The Picturesque Pollensa Bay
Day 3 - Tramuntana Natural Park & Prehistoric Caves
The ride today heads inland, following delightful roads lined with traditional dry stone walls. Your route follows the southern edge of the Tramuntana mountains, and the hills
make for a picturesque backdrop.
The ride itself though is mostly flat, as you pass through the villages of Campanet and Moscari. Near to Campanet you can visit some spectacular caves, which have dramatic rock formations and magnificent stalagmites.
The cycling ends in Selva, a charming town dating back to the 13th century; it is known for its 'olive festival' due to the abundance of olive trees in the area. Here you can relax by the hotel pool, or visit one of the town's tapas bars to taste the local produce.
Short Route: 27km (16 miles)
Long Route: 39km (24 miles)
The ride itself though is mostly flat, as you pass through the villages of Campanet and Moscari. Near to Campanet you can visit some spectacular caves, which have dramatic rock formations and magnificent stalagmites.
The cycling ends in Selva, a charming town dating back to the 13th century; it is known for its 'olive festival' due to the abundance of olive trees in the area. Here you can relax by the hotel pool, or visit one of the town's tapas bars to taste the local produce.
Cycle Routes:
Short Route: 27km (16 miles)
Long Route: 39km (24 miles)
Quiet Country Lane - Campanet
Day 4 - Vineyards & Villages
The ride today heads into Mallorca's wine country. From Selva you follow narrow lanes that wind between olive groves and orchards. Before long you arrive at the town of Binissalem,
which is home to Mallorca's finest wineries.
We recommend visiting one for a tasting, before you continue on your ride through the vineyards. The longer route extends the ride to the town of Alaró, which has a beautiful historic center that makes for a great coffee or lunch stop.
Both routes then return to Selva, where you can soak up the atmosphere of the lively main square.
Short Route: 32km (20 miles)
Long Route: 46km (29 miles)
We recommend visiting one for a tasting, before you continue on your ride through the vineyards. The longer route extends the ride to the town of Alaró, which has a beautiful historic center that makes for a great coffee or lunch stop.
Both routes then return to Selva, where you can soak up the atmosphere of the lively main square.
Cycle Routes:
Short Route: 32km (20 miles)
Long Route: 46km (29 miles)
Binissalem Vineyards
Day 5 - Historic Sineu
Your ride today continues along beautiful narrow country lanes, almost completely free from traffic. You pass olive groves, vineyards and orange fields as you head south towards the village
of Llubi. The charming square here is a nice place to take a breather in front of the imposing church.
Your destination is the town of Sineu. Dating back to Roman times, Sineu rose to prominence under the 14th century king Jaume II. He built his palace in the middle of the town, and it still remains today, although it was later transformed into a convent. Sineu is also famous for its weekly market that takes place every Wednesday; it is the best place to buy Mallorcan fruit, wine, oil and local artisanal products.
In Sineu you stay in a stunning **** hotel housed in a historic building in the heart of the old town. You can relax in its swimming pool and beautiful patio gardens.
Short Route: 25km (16 miles)
Long Route: 36km (22 miles)
Your destination is the town of Sineu. Dating back to Roman times, Sineu rose to prominence under the 14th century king Jaume II. He built his palace in the middle of the town, and it still remains today, although it was later transformed into a convent. Sineu is also famous for its weekly market that takes place every Wednesday; it is the best place to buy Mallorcan fruit, wine, oil and local artisanal products.
In Sineu you stay in a stunning **** hotel housed in a historic building in the heart of the old town. You can relax in its swimming pool and beautiful patio gardens.
Cycle Routes:
Short Route: 25km (16 miles)
Long Route: 36km (22 miles)
Windmill near Consell
Day 6 - Talaiot & Randa Circle
The final day in the saddle heads south on quiet routes through wheat fields and arable farmland. On the ride you pass the Son Fornés archaeological site, where you can see the remains of a settlement from the Talaiot culture.
This was the predominant culture on Mallorca 3000 years ago, and you get an idea here of what life was like on the island before the arrival of the Romans.
There is also an excellent archaeological museum in the nearby village of Montuiri, which is housed in a converted windmill.
The longer route continues with an extension to the town of Randa, where you can climb up to the hilltop sanctuary. From this impressive 13th century building you get panoramic views over the entire island.
Both routes then return to Sineu, where you can have a well deserved rest. In the evening we recommend heading to one of the excellent restaurants that are clustered within the narrow streets and plazas of the old town.
Short Route: 24km (15 miles)
Long Route: 44km (27 miles)
There is also an excellent archaeological museum in the nearby village of Montuiri, which is housed in a converted windmill.
The longer route continues with an extension to the town of Randa, where you can climb up to the hilltop sanctuary. From this impressive 13th century building you get panoramic views over the entire island.
Both routes then return to Sineu, where you can have a well deserved rest. In the evening we recommend heading to one of the excellent restaurants that are clustered within the narrow streets and plazas of the old town.
Cycle Routes:
Short Route: 24km (15 miles)
Long Route: 44km (27 miles)
Cura Sanctuary - Randa
Day 7 - Departure / Extensions
After breakfast, the cycling holiday comes to an end. We can help to arrange extra nights for you to stay in Mallorca if you wish to explore the island further.
Popular options include spending time in the island's capital - Palma, or spending time relaxing on the beaches of one of the coastal towns.
If you prefer not to extend your stay, we will transfer you to Palma airport in time for your onward journey.
To find out more information about this holiday; including practical information, prices, dates and more tour highlights; return to the top of the page and click on the various tabs.
Popular options include spending time in the island's capital - Palma, or spending time relaxing on the beaches of one of the coastal towns.
If you prefer not to extend your stay, we will transfer you to Palma airport in time for your onward journey.
To find out more information about this holiday; including practical information, prices, dates and more tour highlights; return to the top of the page and click on the various tabs.
Palma de Mallorca - The Castle and Marina
This cycling holiday explores the charming villages and picturesque scenery of inland Mallorca. This is Mallorca at its most authentic and most relaxing and is a great
choice if you like to ride at a leisurely pace and stop frequently in local cafes or to explore the towns en-route.
Check out just some of the many highlights in our photo album below:
Check out just some of the many highlights in our photo album below:
Cap d'Alcudia
The first ride heads along the scenic Cap d'Alcudia. The gently undulating road offers great views of the sea and the edge of the Tramuntana mountains.
Alcudia Old Town
As well as great scenery, Mallorca also has beautiful historic towns. Alcudia is home to a largely intact Medieval wall.
Windmill - Consell
Today the windmills are no longer in use, as the region is dedicated more towards growing grapes, olives and oranges.
Pollentia
These ancient ruins represent the Roman conquest of Mallorca. In the 2nd century BCE, the Romans took control of the island in an attempt to eradicate piracy in the Mediterranean, which was well established in Mallorca.
Beach - Port Pollensa
Mallorca has great beaches for swimming, or just for relaxing on after a morning ride.
Binissalem Vineyards
You ride through Mallorca's main wine region on Day 4. We recommend visiting one of the wineries for a tasting of the local produce!
Quiet Country Lanes
This tour follows quiet country lanes with very little traffic. Many of them are framed by traditional dry stone walls.
Coffee Stop
Stopping for a drink on a beautiful open terrace is one of the great pleasures in cycling.
Cura Monastery - Randa
This 13th century monastery sits on top of a hill next to the town of Randa. From here you get views across the entire island on a clear day.
Talaiot
These ancient structures are dotted across Mallorca. They belonged to the native Iberians who inhabited the island before Carthaginian and then Roman occupation.
Raixa
This picturesque estate is open to the public, and you can visit it as part of the ride on day 4.
Pollensa
The historic town of Pollensa sits on the edge of the Tramuntana mountains. The narrow streets and steps of the center are fun to explore.
Cap d'Alcudia
This beautiful coastal road runs around the side of the Puig del Teix mountain.
Cycling Routes
The best way to see the real Mallorca is undoubtedly by bicycle.
Designed for Cycling
The lack of traffic and superb road surfaces make the cycling here so much fun.
Village Life
The small towns and villages have beautiful centres, housing boutique shops, restaurants and tapas bars. They still have a very authentically Mallorcan feel.
Mallorcan Cuisine
Great fish and seafood are very common in Mallorca. Other local delicacies include the Sobrasada sausage and the Mahon cheese (which is mostly produced on the neighbouring island of Menorca).
Road Bike, Hybrid or E-Bike?
This tour can be done using any kind of bike. We recommend simply choosing whichever you are most comfortable with.
Included
- ✔ Six Nights Accommodation (see the Hotels section for more details)
- ✔ Continental breakfast each day at the hotel
- ✔ Bicycle Hire (Hybrid, road or e-bike).
- ✔ Transfers to and from the arrival / departure point (see below for details)
- ✔ Luggage transferred between hotels
- ✔ GPS tracks and mobile app, so that you can follow the routes stress free
- ✔ Detailed information pack
Not Included:
- ❌ Flights
- ❌ Tour Extensions (optional extra)
- ❌ Travel Insurance
- ❌ Tourist Tax. This charge of around €2 per night must be paid directly by the traveller in all hotels on Mallorca.
Bicycles
Bicycle hire is included in the cost of the holiday, and we recommend our lightweight hybrid bikes or e-bikes for this tour.
Although, if you prefer we can also provide carbon road bikes if you would prefer.
More details about our bikes can be found on our bicycles page. The exact model depends on availability, so please get in touch if you would like more information.
All of our bikes come with helmets and handlebar bags (if required),
Although, if you prefer we can also provide carbon road bikes if you would prefer.
More details about our bikes can be found on our bicycles page. The exact model depends on availability, so please get in touch if you would like more information.
All of our bikes come with helmets and handlebar bags (if required),
Difficulty Level & Roads
The shorter routes on this holiday are rated as easy level. The distances are relatively short and the routes are either flat or gently rolling. This is designed to be a
leisurely holiday where you take your time and stop to look around.
The longer routes are easy-medium level. They mostly have little climbing, with the exception of the ride on the last day up to the Sanctuary at Randa; which is quite a long, albeit gentle ascent.
If you would like more challenging routes in Mallorca, you may be interested in our Mallorca Mountains & Coast Cycling Holiday.
Find out more about our tour difficulty levels here.
The longer routes are easy-medium level. They mostly have little climbing, with the exception of the ride on the last day up to the Sanctuary at Randa; which is quite a long, albeit gentle ascent.
If you would like more challenging routes in Mallorca, you may be interested in our Mallorca Mountains & Coast Cycling Holiday.
Find out more about our tour difficulty levels here.
Arrival and Departure
Palma de Mallorca is the arrival and departure point for this tour. It is the capital and by far the largest city in Mallorca. It has a large international airport with flights to many destinations.
It is easy to find low cost flights to here from most European countries throughout the year.
We will pick you up from here at the start of the tour and drop you off at the end. We can also collect you and drop you off anywhere else in Mallorca - just let us know where before the holiday starts.
It is easy to find low cost flights to here from most European countries throughout the year.
We will pick you up from here at the start of the tour and drop you off at the end. We can also collect you and drop you off anywhere else in Mallorca - just let us know where before the holiday starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please browse through some of the frequently asked questions about this cycling tour. If you have any further questions, or would like any more information, please contact us and we will answer by email.
Should I do the longer or shorter routes?
This depends entirely on you! The longer and shorter routes all start and finish at the same place, and so you can decide on any given day which you would prefer to do. There is no need to commit until the day of the ride itself.
On the longer routes you see more and are able to visit more places, while the shorter routes are more relaxing and ideal if you like to take your time and go at a slower pace.
If you would like to visit the extra towns and monuments on the longer routes, but are worried about the distances, then we recommend hiring an e-bike, which will give you more flexibility.
What is the weather like?
Mallorca has a fully deserved reputation for fine weather throughout the year. Rain is uncommon and it is more likely to be sunny there than almost anywhere else in Europe.
The best temperatures for cycling are from March to June and September to November. During these months daytime temperatures tend to be between 20°C (60°F) and 25°C (77°F), which we believe is pretty much perfect cycling weather!
It is also possible to do this tour in July and August. Daytime temperatures above 30°C (85°F) are not uncommon, so make sure to bring plenty of sunscreen and some electrolytes.
Winter is the most popular time for professionals to train on the island. With daytime temperatures averaging around 15°C (59°F), it is not t-shirt weather, but it is
still pleasant for riding.
Can I extend the tour?
Yes, we would be happy to arrange any tour extensions for you. The most popular option is to spend extra nights in Palma.
Can I do this as a private guided tour?
Yes, we can run this as a private tour for groups of six or more people.
Please contact us to arrange dates and disuss the itinerary.
Why book with us?
We are a small and independent company who are locally based, which offers several advantages:
• We have a lot personal experience of all of our tours, which have been refined over many years. We believe we are genuine experts in the regions where we run tours, and are close at hand to offer support and a personalized service.
• We have low overheads. We don't spend money on advertising and don't use third party agents.
We only sell our tours through this website. By cutting out the middle man, you can be sure that more of what you pay is
being spent on the important things: like hotels, equipment and other services.
• We are flexible and can tailor our itineraries to suit your requirements.
• We are a registered and fully bonded tour operator in accordance with EU regulations.
What is your cancellation policy?
The full cancellation policy can be found in our terms and conditions.
Where can I find more information about the region?
We also have some more indpeth articles looking more generally at cycling in Mallorca, and also at the history and culture of the island.
Hotel Ara
A boutique 4-star hotel in the heart of Alcudia's old town. You stay here for two nights in the beautifully decorated rooms, housed inside an old stone town-house.
Hotel Can Cota
A stunning 3-star boutique hotel situated in a converted mansion in the heart of Selva's old town. It is a delightful building with large, spacious rooms and excellent facilities: including a spa, swimming pool and wine cellar.
Can Joan Capo
This 4-star boutique hotel is housed in a converted historic building in the center of Sineu. Each room is beautifully decorated with hand-crafted furniture, and the
hotel grounds have a relaxing swimming pool and charming patio gardens.
To find out more about how we select our hotels, please see our accommodation page.
¹Price is based on two people sharing a double or twin room. If you would prefer to stay in a single room, the single supplement is applicable.
To reserve a place on the tour, click the button above and complete the reservation form. We will then get back to you within 24 hours to confirm the reservation, and to arrange for payment of the deposit.
For more details on the booking process, please check out our Reservations page.
To reserve a place on the tour, click the button above and complete the reservation form. We will then get back to you within 24 hours to confirm the reservation, and to arrange for payment of the deposit.
For more details on the booking process, please check out our Reservations page.
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