Long Weekend Hiking Escape
This three day, four night escape is centred around the beautiful coastal town of Port de Sóller and showcases some of the finest walking the Tramuntana mountains have to offer.
Routes include iconic sections such as the Archduke’s Trail near Valldemossa, the coastal path between Sóller and Deià, and the dramatic landscapes around Cala Tuent.
Alongside the walking, guests enjoy memorable gourmet experiences — including vineyard visits and exceptional Mallorcan lunches in remarkable locations.
Food and Wine
We have some amazing restaurants to share with you on this tour, with a variety of styles, specialities and interest. Below are descriptions of just a few we’ll be visiting together, just to whet your appetite…
Es Vergeret has a unique position overlooking the stunning Cala Truent cove, which is where we have a late lunch on our last day.
The menu has a wide and varied seafood, rice and Mallorcian offering, but for us, their Paellas are amongst the best on the island. Meat, fish, vegetarian or mixed, all are supremely tasty – if you’re going to have paella, save it for Es Vergeret!
The La Romaguera restaurant is located in one of the most beautiful streets in the town of Sóller. The restaurant specialises in signature tapas and a wide variety of typical, small dishes for you to explore, share and experience. The building is a renovated historic Mallorcian town house, with exquisite 1920s cornice detailing and staircase. This is a real gem of a restaurant, always a memorable evening in a wonderfully vibrant atmosphere.
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Transfers and Travel
We ensure that your travel to and from the airport or hike start / end points are safe and comfortable. We use our air-conditioned nine-seater minivans, which are always fully insured, immaculately clean and perfectly maintained.
We design the tours to limit the amount of time in the van, typically no more than 20 to 25 minutes, with occasionally slightly longer transfers where the need arises, but these are a rarity.
If you choose to amend the itinerary and perhaps return a little early from a hike, we will use the van to assist you with this. If timings or logistics are challenging, we will use a trusted and fully insured local taxi firm to get you to where you want to be.
Please reach out to us if you have any questions or specific requirements; we’re always here and happy to help.
Tours and Experiences
After a fabulous Paella lunch at Restaurant es Verget, we meander down to the beach to catch our boat transportation back to Port de Soller. Viewing the mountains from the water is a truly magical experience, the hiking guide and captain will explain the stories and legends surrounding the coves and caves, as well as pointing out the wonderful wildlife, flora and forna. This is a short trip of around 45 minutes, and is a relaxed journey enjoying the coastline views.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Mallorca & Welcome to Port Soller
Your Mallorcian journey begins with a private transfer from Palma de Mallorca Airport to the beautiful Hotel Esplendido, perfectly situated in Port Soller with expansive views over the horse shoe harbour and marina. The rooms reserved are all sea view to ensure you can enjoy this incredible harbour scene to the full..
Once you arrive, the afternoon is yours to unwind and settle into the rhythm of island life. Relax by the pool with their sweeping mountain views, enjoy a glass of something chilled on the terrace, or wander through Port Soller itself — one of Mallorca’s most picturesque villages.
In the evening, we gather for our welcome dinner — your first taste of Mallorca’s vibrant culinary scene. Over carefully chosen local dishes and Mallorcian wines, you’ll meet your fellow guests and begin to savour the flavours and atmosphere that will shape the long weekend ahead.
Day 2 – The Archduke’s Trail
Distance: 14 km
Walking time: Approx. 5 hours
Elevation gain: 550 metres
Hike Grading: Intermediate
Today we walk one of Mallorca’s most celebrated historic routes — the Camí de s’Arxiduc, or Archduke’s Trail.
Built in the 19th century by Archduke Ludwig Salvator of Austria, this remarkable bridle path was created to access the high ridges of the Serra de Tramuntana and to enjoy the extraordinary views across the island. We begin with a short transfer from Port Soller to Valldemossa before setting out on this classic mountain hike.
The path climbs steadily through a forest of holm oak, the shade providing a gentle introduction to the ascent. As we gain height, the landscape gradually opens, revealing wide views across Palma and its sweeping bay. Higher still, the trail becomes more dramatic — stone-paved sections traversing open ridges with expansive panoramas over the Mediterranean, the Deià coastline and the Valldemossa valley below.
Along the way, we pass through a quiet sheltered valley where traces of former mountain life remain — simple stone dwellings, an old lime kiln and charcoal hearths that speak to the people who once lived and worked here.
We reach the Mirador de ses Basses, a striking rocky viewpoint and the perfect setting for lunch. As this route is inaccessible by vehicle, we carry a carefully prepared pack lunch today, allowing us to enjoy a relaxed pause in one of the most spectacular spots of the week.
The descent follows a different contour of the mountain, gradually returning us to Valldemossa.
A short transfer brings us back to Port Soller, where a welcome drink awaits — a well-earned moment to rest and reflect on one of Mallorca’s truly iconic walks.
Day 3 – Deià to the Coast & Port de Sóller
Distance: 11 km
Walking time: Approx. 4 hours
Elevation gain: 300 metres
Hike Grading: Easy/Intermediate
After breakfast, we transfer to the artistic village of Deià, where today’s walk begins. From here we follow a beautiful section of the GR221 towards Sóller, a route that gently weaves through olive groves, dry-stone terraces and open hillsides with views stretching towards the sea.
Mid-morning, we pause at the much-loved Finca Son Mico — a simple, authentic finca set high above the coastline. Here we take time to enjoy coffee and a slice of their renowned homemade cake (the almond and orange is a particular favourite), all while soaking in one of the most memorable views of the week.
Continuing along the trail, a short detour leads us to the small hamlet of Muleta. Lunch awaits in a wonderfully peaceful setting, accompanied by a welcome drink and sweeping sea views towards Cala Deià — a moment that perfectly captures the spirit of walking in Mallorca.
An option to hike the final stretch to Port Soller and our hotel, or take a transfer back is yours to take at this point. Whichever you choose, they’ll be time to unwind before dinner— perhaps with a swim in the infinity pool, a quiet moment gazing at the view, or a glass of something chilled as the light softens to evening.
Day 4 – Balitx Valley, Sa Costera & Cala Tuent
Distance: 14 km
Walking time: Approx. 4 hours
Elevation gain: 450 metres
Hike Grading: Intermediate
This morning we begin at Mirador ses Barques, high above the coast, where expansive views set the tone for the day ahead.
Our route descends gently into the quiet beauty of the Balitx Valley, passing through ancient olive groves and shaded woodland. From the valley floor — which feels almost like a natural stone amphitheatre — we begin a steady climb towards the Coll de Biniamar before joining the celebrated cliffside path of Sa Costera.
This stretch is one of the most rewarding sections of the week. The path contours along the mountainside, offering magnificent views across the Mediterranean and along the dramatic Tramuntana coastline. The walking is steady and rhythmic, allowing time to absorb the landscape.
A final descent brings us down to Cala Tuent — a remote and wonderfully peaceful cove framed by mountains, including Mallorca’s highest peak, Puig Major. Although located near the more visited Sa Calobra and Torrent de Pareis, Cala Tuent retains a sense of quiet seclusion, untouched by coach tourism and considered one of the island’s most beautiful beaches.
Lunch today is at the renowned Es Vergeret restaurant, perched above the cove. From its terrace, we enjoy sweeping sea views alongside authentic Mallorcian cuisine — seafood, paella and seasonal local dishes, beautifully prepared and unhurriedly served.
After lunch, we board a boat for the return journey to Port de Sóller. For many, this coastal crossing is a highlight of the day — viewing the Tramuntana cliffs from the seaward side offers an entirely new perspective on the landscape we have been walking through. The 45-minute journey back to the harbour is both relaxing and memorable.
Day 5 – Departure
This morning sadly marks the end of your Mallorcian adventure.
We arrange your transfer back to Palma de Mallorca Airport, timed to suit your onward travel plans. If you have a later departure, there is time to enjoy a final swim, a quiet coffee on the terrace, or simply one last look at the mountain views from Hotel Esplendido.
If you would like to extend your stay on the island — perhaps with a few nights in Palma or elsewhere in Mallorca — we are very happy to assist with arrangements, from accommodation and restaurant reservations to onward travel.
Until the next time… We hope that you leave with wonderful hiking memories of the Tramuntana mountains, the flavours of Mallorca and new friendships made. We hope to welcome you again sometime soon.
Hotels
Hotel Esplendido – The jewel of the Port of Soller
4 nights accommodation – Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday night
Hotel Esplendido is located in the Port of Sóller on the seafront, with the most perfect situation to enjoy the horse shoe shaped harbour views and picturesque mountains. Just 15 minutes by tram from the centre of Sóller, the hotel combines its original 1956 life and history, preserving the original charm of the building whilst embracing contemporary touches from the more recent renovation.
The spa area offers treatments and massages, as well as a large indoor jacuzzi surrounded by water beds, a Turkish bath and Finnish sauna. If you want to stay active, there is also have an equipped gym and a dedicated Yoga and Pilates studio.
The hotel boasts two swimming pools with sea views, inviting you to soak up the sun. They both offer a peaceful and serene place to unwind after a hike in the mountains. A gentle stroll directly from the front of the hotel along the harbour and beautiful marina is a magnificent way to end the day and watch the sunset.
