Itinerary Expand all Day 1 Start Pollenca Located in the foothills of the Serra de Tramuntana you make your own way to the typical Mallorquin town of Pollenca. Take some time to walk through the narrow streets of the old town, enjoy a cafe con leche on the Plaza Major, or walk up to the Calvary for the panoramic view from the top. There will be an introductory trip briefing from a local representative either this evening, or tomorrow morning. Finca Son Sant Jordi or similar Day 2 Coastal hike on the Alcudia peninsula, chance to swim in the sparkling turquoise waters at Coll Baix Today you hike one of the classics of Mallorca; the peninsula La Victoria is situated between the bay of Pollenca and Alcudia. The route leads along the coastline and up to the cliff top. A switchback with endless panoramic views, and the possibility of a swim in the turquoise sea at Coll Baix leads you back on paths towards Alcudia. Finca Son Sant Jordi or similar Meals included: Breakfast Day 3 Short transfer to the Cuber reservoir; walk through the foothills of the Tramuntana mountains to the magical Orient Valley Today you have a short transfer to the Cuber reservoir, before beginning your walk through the impressive Serra de Tramuntana with views over sunny cliff coasts and fertile valleys. You walk on stony paths path the manor 'Como Sema', once one of the largest olive farms on Mallorca, until you reach the magical Orient Valley. Finca Son Palou or similar Meals included: Breakfast Day 4 Walk through stunning scenery and holly oak forests towards the pilgrimage site Castell D'Alaro The exploration of the Orient Valley, the 'orchard of Mallorca', is on today's agenda. The acropolis hill can be seen from afar as you make your way over the Coll d'Orient. Through holly oak forests and with views over beautifully picturesque scenery you walk towards the Castell d'Alaro, a pilgrimage site with a hermitage. On your way back we recommend a trip to the restaurant Finca Es Verger to try one of their delicious local specialities! Finca Son Palou or similar Meals included: Breakfast Day 5 Leave the Orient Valley on quiet trails towards the summit of Penyal d'Honor (808 metres); take the old tram to Soller On quiet trails today you leave Orient towards an alpine region. As you walk towards Bunyola you will discover one of the many mountain tops of this region; Penyal d'Honor. At the top you can enjoy the panoramic views of the whole island leading down to the bay of Palma. In Bunyola you take the old tram 'Roter Blitz' to Soller, where you spend the night. Finca Can Quatre or similar Meals included: Breakfast Day 6 Transfer to Deia, the jewel of the west coast, before taking the rocky coastal path back to Soller This morning you transfer to the bohemian town of Deia, the jewel of the west coast. You begin your walk along the rocky coastline of the bay, and along a romantic route to Soller. The impressive coastal scenery makes for a stunning walk, as you pass through numerous olive orchards and by an old oil mill, before enjoying a freshly squeezed orange juice to round off your day. Finca Can Quatre or similar Meals included: Breakfast Day 7 End Soller Your trip ends today in Soller after breakfast. Meals included: Breakfast
Fincas 6 nights are spent in typical Mallorquin 'Fincas'; which are rural accommodation often spread out across a number of pretty buildings. These are often located in beautifully picturesque areas such as olive groves, apple, and cherry orchards. Each finca on this trip has its own pool (seasonal). We generally use the following fincas, but if there is no availability the booking will be made in an alternative accommodation of the same standard. Pollenca: Finca Son Sant Jordi Orient: Finca Son Palou Soller: Finca Can Quatre
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