EXCURSIONES EN TIERRA

Capture the moment by taking the perfect selfie photo in Mallorca ! Instantly share your experience with family & friends on your favorite social media site as some of the stops might include wi-fi in real time. Your accompanying guide will help you choose the spot to take the best selfie photo including composition, posing, lighting etc. Capture the spirit of this incredible destination.

Discover Mallorca’s wealth of treasures that is a must-see for every visit to the island, and which will take your breath away on each and every click. You will have designated selfie stops at: • Bellver Castle
• La Escollera & Cathedral
• Valldemossa
• Na Foradada/Son Marroig
• Port De Soller

Recognize the great diversity within Palma through a medley of experiences that include dining on authentic Mallorcan cuisine, watching pearls being manufactured and shopping.

After departing from the pier, you will settle in for a leisurely drive through Palma de Mallorca to a locally loved venue known for it's authentic Mallorcan cuisine, which you will enjoy for brunch.

Mallorcan entreés typically feature locally caught fresh fish and succulent pork generously seasoned with garlic and olive oil. For instance, you can expect to be served sobrassada, a cross between spicy pork sausage and paté that can be eaten plain, fried or on bread.

A Mallorcan appetizer known as coca de trampó is also usually on the menu. This flatbread is traditionally topped with fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, green peppers and onions. As a complement, you will sample a selection of Mallorcan wines and liqueurs that may include palo, an aperitif first produced in the 19th century with plants known to combat malaria.

Artificial pearls have also been manufactured on the island the since the 19th century, and you will see how at a factory in Palma. You will also have the opportunity to shop in the on-site store, where you can closely examine the pearls, which are prized for being extraordinarily lustrous.

Following this enlightening tour, you will continue to Old Town for more shopping. Stores carrying exquisite jewelry and high-end fashions are particularly prevalent.

After leaving the pier, enjoy a brief but informative drive through charming Palma de Mallorca, whose skyline is dominated by the 14th-century Bellver Castle, stopping at Palma's marvelous Cathedral. Then we will head to the MERCADO EL OLIVAR, where you will see a cornucopia of fresh fruits and vegetables from the orchard, artisan Mallorcan cheeses and succulent seafood. As the city's main market, it is always full of people shopping. As you wander around at your leisure, you will get an insight into Palma's gastronomy. Most of the stalls have been in the market for decades, and you are likely to see every kind of local delicacy imaginable, from the most traditional to the most exotic. Many of the vendors have their own boats, guaranteeing the freshest seafood. Local farmers supply the produce, and artisans make most of the sausages and cheeses. The Olive Grove Market is an extraordinary destination to observe daily life as locals engage in lively conversation and friendly bargaining with vendors. After this revealing introduction to the market, you will head to the Kamaleonico restaurant to sample a selection of dishes representative of Mallorcan cuisine. The menu usually includes Iberian pork, a potato omelette, black bread toast, a variety of cheeses, salmon or entrecote and cheesecake. A selection of wines and liquors will also be served.

Este tour de esparcimiento destaca el paisaje espectacular de Mallorca y te ofrece la oportunidad de probar las especialidades locales. Al salir del puerto emprenderás un trayecto panorámico con paisajes de bosques de pinos, almendros y olivos, hermosas aldeas y más. There will be a stop to take in the magnificent views and snap some memorable pictures.

Your final destination and highlight is the magnificent estate of Els Calderers, surrounded by beautiful fountains and lush formal gardens where seasonal flowers abound. This superb 18th century Majorcan manor was built by a noble family on the site of a 12th century farm belonging to the Calderer Family. Tendrás tiempo de recorrer por tu cuenta los terrenos y el interior de la casa, que hoy es un museo que recrea cómo era la vida hace dos siglos. Also, explore the exterior of the museum, where you will see farm animals of native breeds, such as the Mallorcan black pig. This pig is used to make the delicious sobrasada (a cured raw sausage), which you will taste together with a sampling of local wine. Afterward, you'll return to your ship with a stop to the local pearl factory to learn about Mallorca pearls, where you will also have time to browse and perhaps make a purchase.

Stroll the cobblestone paths of Alfabia Gardens, an oasis of greenery that surrounds an estate dating to the 13th century. An official Cultural Heritage Site, the gardens contain rare species from all over the world. While meandering about, you may see pomegranate trees with twisted trunks, Indian horse chestnuts, Spanish firs and the Queen’s Garden, an enchanting greenspace redesigned for Isabella II’s visit in the mid-19th century. Even so, the highlight may be the 72-column pergola adorned with dozens of sculptures and concealed jets that shoot graceful arcs of water through the air. Following a leisurely lunch in the gardens, you will visit Bellver Castle, a spectacular Gothic landmark from the 14th century. Its round design is unusual among Spanish castles and the seemingly impenetrable fortress is just as fascinating inside. As you ramble about the hilltop castle, you will appreciate the origin of its name Bellver, which means “lovely view” in Catalan.

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Enjoy the serenity of Alfabia Gardens, a botanical gem built around a 13th-century estate. • Follow the cobblestone paths through one exotic garden area after another. • Explore the 14th-century Gothic landmark Bellver Castle and take in the panoramic views.

HELPFUL HINTS:
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing. • Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Gaze out over the sea from several spectacularly scenic hilltops, where you will tour a 14th-century castle and the former palace of an Austrian archduke.

After departing from the pier, you will soon arrive at Bellver Castle, a spectacular Gothic landmark from the 14th century. Its round design is unusual among Spanish castles, and although seemingly impenetrable, the fortress never served a defensive purpose.

As you ramble about the hilltop castle taking photos, you will appreciate the origin of its name, which means “lovely view” in Catalan. Few panoramas are quite so beautiful.

Continuing on, you will enjoy a picturesque drive inland, passing through Valldemossa, the island’s highest town. Still renowned for Polish composer Fréderic Chopin and French author George Sand spending the winter of 1838-1839 in a monastery here, the town has retained its atmospheric charm.

Nearby, you will find Son Marroig, the former palace of Archduke Luis Salvador of Austria. The estate is handsomely decorated with period furnishings and makes quite the setting for you to enjoy an aperitif under the Carrara marble rotunda that overlooks the sea. The oddly shaped rock formation that you will see jutting into the water is Na Foradada, which means “pierced rock,” a reference to the gaping 60-foot vertical hole in the center of the rock.

The panoramic view from the nearby Mirador de Na Foradada restaurant will be just as magnificent. Lunch will consist of a traditional mixed paella cooked over a wood-fired grill.

View landmarks of Palma de Mallorca and thrill to an authentic flamenco performance while being treated to delicious traditional tapas. Make your way to the city center aboard your coach, passing alluring sights during your comfortable ride, and embark on a walking tour that features exterior visits to La Seu, the city’s utterly magnificent cathedral, and the stately Palau Reial de l’Almudaina, a royal palace. As you stroll through the narrow streets of the handsome Old Quarter, you’ll admire gracious historic residences inhabited today by Palma’s elite. Relish free time after your guided walk to dip into inviting shops or bask in the city’s magnetic ambiance. To experience the true spirit of Spain, you’ll savor a typical tapas lunch served with sangria, all while enjoying a rousing flamenco performance. Applaud this exhilarating dance, a stirring blend of clicking heels and castanets, Spanish guitar and emotive bravado, a perfect encapsulation of the impassioned and irrepressible soul of this magical land.

OVERVIEW

Spend free time browsing the high-end boutiques on two of the most elegant streets in Palma de Mallorca and then dine in an equally refined restaurant. A brief stop for photos of the city’s ornate Gothic cathedral will serve as an introduction to the luxuries that lies ahead as it was built as a symbol of wealth and power. You will then independently explore Paseo del Borne and Avenue Jaime III, two boulevards within the affluent Golden Mile. Both are lined with a veritable Who’s Who of designer stores that carry only the most exclusive, high-end merchandise. Exquisite jewelry, the latest fashions and the finest leather goods are but a few of the items that you will find in the collection of stores. The experience of dining on Mallorcan cuisine at the Rodeo Grill will be just as wonderful. Afterwards, you will pause at Bellver Castle, a landmark since the 14th century.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Shop for the very finest merchandise in Mallorca’s most exquisite stores.
• Dine at the Rodeo Grill, an elegant restaurant in one of the poshest sections of town.
• Stop to snap photos of the city’s Gothic cathedral and 14th-century Bellver Castle.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Taste a carefully selected selection of wines at Blanca Terra, a vineyard that produces several lines of wine made from native Mallorcan grapes. After leaving the pier, you will enjoy a panoramic tour of Palma de Mallorca, during which your guide will point out places of historical interest such as Bellver Castle. This famous Gothic monument has dominated the city since the 14th century. Continuing inland, you will soon arrive at Blanca Terra where you will enjoy a tour of the entire winery and a fantastic wine tasting with Mallorcan sausages, cheeses, ham, empanadas and other delicacies.

Taste a selection of wines made from native Mallorcan grapes in a family-owned vineyard and browse a downtown market filled with local products that you'll enjoy sampling. After leaving the dock, you'll drive through Palma to the Blanca Terra winery in the island's interior. As you'll discover as you tour the estate, Bodega Blanca Terra is dedicated to recovering indigenous grape varieties that disappeared after the scourge of phylloxera destroyed countless vineyards in the 19th century. During brunch and tasting at the winery, you will taste a selection of wines that reflect the terroir and the lime-rich, clay-textured soil. The wines will be complemented with freshly baked bread and extra virgin olive oil made from the estate's olives. Afterwards you will go to the pearl factory where you will have the opportunity to see the elaboration and have free time to shop. Then you will head to the Kamaleonico restaurant to taste a selection of dishes representative of Mallorcan cuisine. A selection of local wines and liquors.

Descubre algunos de los lugares más bellos de Mallorca y el encantador pueblo de Sóller, y disfruta de los más pintorescos paisajes en el ferrocarril de Sóller. Sube a tu autobús para disfrutar de un paseo panorámico por la hermosa campiña mallorquina. Disfruta de un paseo por las estrechas calles de Sóller. Sumérgete en la encantadora atmósfera de esta pintoresca aldea montañosa. Sube a bordo del histórico tren de Soller para dar un paseo panorámico de 45 minutos con hermosas vistas de las montañas mallorquinas, los huertos de naranja y las pequeñas aldeas de cuentos de hadas. Pass through tunnels, over bridges and stop at a lookout point for a great view on your way back to Palma. You will enjoy a Panoramic drive through Palma before returning to the pier.

Use your Attraction Pass to explore the most popular destinations in Palma de Mallorca without the hassle of arranging transportation, waiting in lines or having to pay the entrance fees. It couldn’t be easier to travel from place to place; simply hop on any of the buses that make continuous loops through the city. Hop off at an attraction of interest, stay as long as you like, and then hop on another bus bound for the next attraction. It’s the best way to maximize your time in Palma de Mallorca and get a genuine feel for the city’s history and culture. Visit remarkable attractions, including Baluard museum, an alluring art gallery house of some impressive modern day works of art, Palma Cathedral or Bellver Castle, an architectural landmark in the city. Choose wisely what you want to do and when you want to do it, according to the time you have in Palma de Mallorca, and adventure yourself on this amazing trip. Attractions included: City Sightseeing Hop On Hop Off Bus, City Sightseeing Boat Tour, Bellver Castle, Es Baluard Museum, Sangria Tasting, and Palma Cathedral. Leave no sight unseen and get the most out of your visit to Palma de Mallorca.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Use the Unlimited Attraction Pass to see Palma’s best attractions at no additional cost.
• 6 attractions included: City Sightseeing Hop On Hop Off Bus, City Sightseeing Boat Tour, Bellver Castle, Es Baluard Museum, Sangria Tasting, and Palma Cathedral.
• Visit the attractions that you find most appealing and stay as long as you like at each attraction to enhance your understanding of it.
• Ride a bus around town, stopping at the attractions that you find most appealing.
• Hop on another bus whenever you please and ride it to another intriguing destination.