Tag: october

23 october: arrival in mallorca

Meet at the airport, flight to Palma de Mallorca.
From Palma, we take a bus to our hotel in Esporles. In recent years, this village has become a favorite destination for locals seeking tranquility and contact with nature, as an alternative to the more chaotic Palma de Mallorca. Dinner and overnight stay.

24 october: esporles – banyalbufar – estellencs

We depart from our hotel and head towards the magnificent village of Banyalbufar, with its splendid views of the sea. A panoramic trail follows an ancient path, reaching the village of Estellencs. Along the way, we pass ancient fountains and the grand homes of the former landed nobility who, with much work, harmoniously shaped the rural landscape of this corner of the Sierra de Tramuntana. In addition to the typical Mediterranean scrub forest, we find centuries-old olive trees, a testament to the importance of this island product. In the late afternoon, we return by bus to our village. Dinner at the hotel.
Distance: 15 km
Elevation gain/loss: +601 / – 638m

25 october: deia – port de soller

Breakfast. Today’s walk begins in Deia, a town world-famous for its American actors who have chosen this location for their holidays. Located in the heart of the Serra de Tramuntana, the route leads us to the Port of Sóller through lush Mediterranean vegetation. From the port, we take the tram to Sóller. We travel by public transport, returning to our hotel late in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay.
Distance: 12 km
Elevation gain/loss:  +303 – 477m

26 october: train to Soller and visit of Valdemossa

Breakfast. We head to Palma, an internationally important city with its Gothic cathedral, where Gaudí himself worked. From Palma, we take a train built in the early 1900s to the town of Sóller, a town where a French atmosphere still lingers. The train, built for the orange trade, transports us back in time: a slow pace that allows us to admire the splendid panorama. On the way back, we stop in Valldemossa, where the famous composer Chopin stayed.

27 october: visit of Palma de Mallorca – free afternoon

Breakfast. This morning we head to Palma de Mallorca, an internationally renowned city with its Gothic cathedral, where Gaudí himself worked. Today we embark on a guided tour to discover this city that has attracted artists from all over the world over the centuries. In the afternoon, we have free time to explore other wonders of Palma or enjoy its charming bars and its seaside promenade. Return to the hotel for dinner.
Distance: 12 km
Elevation gain/loss:  +728 – 453m

28 october: es capdella – estellencs

Breakfast. This morning, we’ll take a private transfer to a small mountain village and begin an inland route that continues through the Serra de Tramuntana and the GR221 long distance trail. Passing through various vistas of ancient windmills and expertly cultivated fields, we’ll reach the sea, concluding our last day with memories of the villages overlooking the Mediterranean! Return by bus to our hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.
Distance: 16 km
Elevation gain/loss:  +500– 450m

29 october: binibassi – cala tuent

Breakfast. We walk towards the sea along a path that is partly coastal and partly inland. The first section follows a beautiful stretch of the masterfully maintained and restored Pietra in Sec path, leading us to a centuries-old olive grove. After a succession of agricultural and seascapes, we arrive at Cala Tuent! At the end of the long day, we return to our village.
Distance: 15 km
Elevation gain/loss:  +600– 700m

30 october: flight back home

Breakfast. Afterwards, transfer to the airport where, after completing our preparations, we’ll return to Milan for our flight. End of tour.

Trekking guide: Federica Amaducci

Note: Excursions may be modified due to bad weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

diffidifficulty level:

Moderate. The walk involves average distances of 12-14km with some occasional steep sections. Some training sessions before departure are recommended.
You walk on average 3-4 hours a day with rest breaks.

group size:

Max. 14 participants

hiking trail info:

The route follows sandy tracks (especially the first two stages), then follows mixed sand/dirt trails. The inland stages are through woods and country trails, with occasional stretches of asphalt.

required hiking gear:

Hiking boots with treaded soles, preferably ankle-high. A 25-30L daypack (you’ll receive a detailed packing list before departure), suitable clothing including hiking pants (NO JEANS!) and technical shirts that dry quickly.

Climate:

Ideal for hiking with pleasant temperatures, with highs between 16°C and 20°C. Cool mornings and evenings. Bring warm clothing (fleece or long-sleeved sweater, windbreaker). Seasonal showers or thunderstorms are possible.