Mr Neal says...
Eduard impressed with his detailed knowledge of the mountains and the flora and fauna of the area, his enthusiasm for spotting birds of prey was ...
Read reviews »
Mallorca (or Majorca to some) has a tranquil, timeless landscape. Rising abruptly from the interior are the craggy Tramuntana Mountains (a Unesco-listed site since 2011), over which birds of prey soar on the breeze. Following a network of established trails, we trek to some of the highest peaks and enjoy spectacular views of the Mediterranean. Elsewhere, we discover hamlets with medieval churches and pass terraced hillsides adorned with sun-kissed citrus trees. In contrast, our coastal walks reveal sleepy fishing marinas, secret coves and pebble bays.
We start at our hotel in Puerto Sóller and have a welcome group dinner in the evening.
We walk along the coast to the beautiful little bay of Cala Deiá, where (time permitting) we can paddle in the turquoise waters. From here, we head inland towards Deiá, one of the most beautiful villages in Mallorca owing to its idyllic setting in the hills. This walk explores the delightful area between the mountains and sea, using old tracks and paths over the cliffs, and offers coastal views along the Mediterranean pinewoods and coastal shrubs. We stop for a picnic lunch along the way. Walking distance: 8mi (12km); ascent: 1,315ft (400m); descent: 820ft (250m); duration: five hours
We take the tram to Sóller and walk towards the village of Biniaraitx. From here, we follow a wonderful cobbled track known as the Pilgrim Steps, which originally went all the way from Sóller to Lluc to connect the monastery with the port. We then diverge onto a small path up to the Mirador den Quesada, the highpoint of our day at 3,140ft (957m). This mirador, or lookout point, is at the summit of particularly rocky outcrops known as the Cornadors, of which we have had some stunning views on our ascent. We descend past a mountain hut and through fields and forests of holm oak until eventually our track brings us back to the centre of Sóller, where we usually stop for a drink or a wander around the town before taking the tram back to Puerto Sóller. Walking distance: 10mi (16km); ascent: 3,000ft (915m); descent: 3,000ft (915m); duration: six hours
Today has been left free for you to use as you wish. Choose to relax in Puerto Sóller or explore elsewhere on the island. Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands and there is a wealth of things to see and do – your leader will provide further details and help you to arrange any excursions locally. For instance, you may decide to spend the day in Sóller (inland from Puerto Sóller) – wandering through its narrow streets and visiting museums. Other options include visiting picturesque Valldemossa or the island capital, Palma, which is home to a magnificent cathedral, numerous churches, museums and excellent shopping opportunities. It is recommended to take the historic wooden train through the mountains between Sóller and Palma at least one way. For something a little different, it is possible to take a taxi boat to Sa Foradada (to eat at the restaurant) or take the ferry to La Calobra to visit the mouth of the Torrent de Pareis Gorge.
After a short drive from the hotel, we start our walk from the Mirador de Ses Barques. From here, we follow an old mule track away from the coast to Coll de Moncaire and head inland through a hidden and unspoilt little valley to Balitx farm. Next, we climb up to Coll de Biniamar to join the coastal path of Sa Costera, offering spectacular scenery throughout, until we reach the little bay of Cala Tuent where the bus will meet us for the transfer (approximately one hour) along the beautiful Sa Calobra road to the Lluc Monastery. Walking distance: 9mi (14km); ascent: 900ft (275m); descent: 2,130ft (650m); duration: five hours
Today we enjoy a wonderful circular walk forming an arc around the Monastery of Lluc. The scenery along the route is varied and spectacular, including ancient oak forests, rock formations up to 200ft (60m) high and views of the highest peaks in Mallorca. Walking distance: 6mi (10km); ascent: 885ft (270m); descent: 885ft (270m); duration: four hours
We finish the trip on a high, climbing Puig d'en Galileu, which is one of the highest peaks on the island at 3,875ft (1,181m). The recently restored path to the top is beautiful and offers outstanding views across Lluc Valley and the peaks of Tomir and Roig. Walking distance: 6mi (9km); ascent: 2,295ft (700m); descent: 2,295ft (700m); duration: five hours
The tour ends after breakfast. If you’d like to explore a little more, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.
During your holiday you stay at the following hotels. If you'd like to extend your time at any of these or, if you'd like to enhance your stay with an upgraded room, just let us know at the time of booking.
To find out more call our sales team on 0044 1606 720199, use our live webchat or email sales@headwater.com
Our aim is to provide holidays that are unbeatable for choice and flexibility. We've listed our most popular travel options below, however you aren't limited to these - we can tailor-make virtually any holiday to suit.
To find out more about the travel options available call our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or email sales@headwater.com
Everyone who goes on a Headwater holiday will be emailed a link to our post-holiday questionnaire where they can give us an honest assessment of all aspects of their holiday - everything from how quickly we answer the phone to how clean the hotels were - plus an overall rating and comments about their holiday.
Any feedback collected is posted to our website, so that people can make an informed decision based on past experiences before heading off on holiday. We don’t edit the reviews, the only thing we do is proofread them and alter any typos, where necessary, to ensure they are easy to read for everyone. All reviews will be published (except in certain extreme circumstances), and a member of the Headwater team will respond to any constructive criticisms/comments under the reviews, at their discretion. So, for the real tales, twists and turns of our holidays, look no further than the reviews from our previous travellers.
Eduard impressed with his detailed knowledge of the mountains and the flora and fauna of the area, his enthusiasm for spotting birds of prey was infectious.
His choice of restaurants particularly in Lluc were excellent with choices of local freshly cooked food.
Two centres was good - wider experience of that part of Mallorca. Link with Exodus worked well - some of the group very well travelled on walking holidays.
General concensus was that the walks were more grade 3 than 2 - Exodus gradings I believe.
Lovely group of people - younger and older but all sociable and interesting. As a single traveller this means a lot.
Food and accommodation in both hotels was excellent. Am really proud that I managed all but the 2 toughest walks - climbs!! And I was able to see more of Soller and its art and went with a small group to Polenza. The guide gave us good ideas and information about safer/easier walking routes and times of public transport.
Already thinking hard about a return visit.
Thanks especially to Headwater for doing the sorting out of flights, car parking and information sheets.
This is a magical holiday for fit walkers. Edourd the guide brings a sense of energy to everything he does and proudly shares his absolute love of the Tramuntana/Soller region of Majorca. His knowledge of history, wildlife and the amazing spring flowers really brought the whole trip to life. Instructions were clear and accurate, advice was excellent (he has turned me into a competent hill walker) and the four picnics were a joy, each completely local food, described. I did the trip alone, which was a first for me and the group dynamic was very good, everyone supporting and encouraging each other. All in all it was a very good trip.
The north-west coast around Puerto Soller, Deia and Lluc is very dramatic and we enjoyed some challenging walks through beautiful scenery in the Tramuntana range. Good for bird-watchers to see vultures, kestrels etc. I won't mention the rain (oops)! The weather can change in an instant and I would recommend poles for support and waterproof overtrousers that you can put on over your walking boots. After an invigorating day's walk, there are plenty of restaurants in Soller, or in the restaurants in the Lluc Monastery complex. Have a good trip.
I don't suppose this helps very much but, though the weather was atrocious (in Mallorca!) the guide knew the area extremely well and could produce a safe programme approximating to the original offer. He was actually first rate.
I went on a guided walking holiday. It was my first ever solo holiday. I was able to dip in and out and didn't always walk with the group. This was my choice. It was good to meet up with the group in the evening. Both hotels had gorgeous pools and the beach was nearby at the first hotel so i was able to cool off in the hot climate. Mallorca was also a very pleasant surprise. i think I got out of the holiday exactly what I wanted.
You can be confident that our pricing includes all the standard requirements of your holiday and many additional extras. Always ensure that you are comparing like for like when booking your holiday.
This 7 night guided walking holiday includes:
All breakfasts, 4 picnic lunches (6 on level 5 weeks) and 1 dinner
All accommodation
Transfer for group flights
How to book:
To book this holidays speak to our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'book now' or 'check availability' button below.
To book this holiday call our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'Book now' or 'check availability' button below.
Departing | Tour only | Prices ![]() |
Single supplement | |
---|---|---|---|---|
31st Mar 2024 | US$1815 | US$435 | Tour only: US$1815 Single supp: US$435 |
Check availability |
Check availability |
Departing | Tour only | Prices ![]() |
Single supplement | |
---|---|---|---|---|
14th Apr 2024 | US$1885 | US$435 | Tour only: US$1885 Single supp: US$435 |
Check availability |
Check availability |
Departing | Tour only | Prices ![]() |
Single supplement | |
---|---|---|---|---|
12th May 2024 | US$1955 | US$435 | Tour only: US$1955 Single supp: US$435 |
Check availability |
Check availability |
Departing | Tour only | Prices ![]() |
Single supplement | |
---|---|---|---|---|
8th Sep 2024 | US$1885 | US$480 | Tour only: US$1885 Single supp: US$480 |
Check availability |
Check availability | ||||
22nd Sep 2024 | US$1885 | US$480 | Tour only: US$1885 Single supp: US$480 |
Check availability |
Check availability | ||||
29th Sep 2024 | US$1885 | US$480 | Tour only: US$1885 Single supp: US$480 |
Check availability |
Check availability |
Departing | Tour only | Prices ![]() |
Single supplement | |
---|---|---|---|---|
20th Oct 2024 | US$1745 | US$435 | Tour only: US$1745 Single supp: US$435 |
Check availability |
Check availability |
Departing | Tour only | Prices ![]() |
Single supplement | |
---|---|---|---|---|
9th Mar 2025 | US$1885 | Call us | Tour only: US$1885 Single supp: Call us |
Check availability |
Check availability | ||||
30th Mar 2025 | US$1955 | US$480 | Tour only: US$1955 Single supp: US$480 |
Check availability |
Check availability |
Departing | Tour only | Prices ![]() |
Single supplement | |
---|---|---|---|---|
13th Apr 2025 | US$1955 | US$480 | Tour only: US$1955 Single supp: US$480 |
Check availability |
Check availability | ||||
27th Apr 2025 | US$1955 | US$480 | Tour only: US$1955 Single supp: US$480 |
Check availability |
Check availability |
Departing | Tour only | Prices ![]() |
Single supplement | |
---|---|---|---|---|
11th May 2025 | US$1955 | US$480 | Tour only: US$1955 Single supp: US$480 |
Check availability |
Check availability |
Departing | Tour only | Prices ![]() |
Single supplement | |
---|---|---|---|---|
7th Sep 2025 | US$1955 | US$540 | Tour only: US$1955 Single supp: US$540 |
Check availability |
Check availability | ||||
21st Sep 2025 | US$1955 | US$540 | Tour only: US$1955 Single supp: US$540 |
Check availability |
Check availability | ||||
28th Sep 2025 | US$1955 | US$540 | Tour only: US$1955 Single supp: US$540 |
Check availability |
Check availability |
Departing | Tour only | Prices ![]() |
Single supplement | |
---|---|---|---|---|
19th Oct 2025 | US$1955 | US$480 | Tour only: US$1955 Single supp: US$480 |
Check availability |
Check availability |
The prices quoted for each individual departure supercede those published in our current brochures. Air prices are subject to change and we advise early booking to obtain the best prices. Please see our Planning your holiday and What's included in the price? pages for additional information.
This holiday is operated by our sister company, Exodus
4 nights comfortable hotel and 3 nights monastery, usually with en suite facilities
5.5 days walking; 1 free afternoon
Group normally 4 to 16, plus leader. Min age 16 yrs
Low altitude throughout
Challenging departures available on selected dates