- Discover Palma with a private guide
- Visit the villages of the Tramuntana Mountains
- Venture into the Torrent de Pareis
- Taste Mallorcan olive oil
- Sample Mallorcan wines at a local bodega
- Sail Mallorca’s coastline by private boat
- Ride the vintage Sóller train and tram
- Create a bespoke Mallorcan perfume
A Mallorcan villa holiday can be as languid or as adventurous as the mood dictates. Beyond the pool, the island beckons with limestone mountains and hidden coves, ancient olive groves, traditional bodegas and handsome old towns. Thanks to our trusted network of local guides and experts, discovering Mallorca’s many charms is effortless, and you can return at day’s end to the privacy of your villa, perhaps with a bottle of something rather good. Here, we round up some of our favourite ways to experience the island.
PRIVATE TOUR OF PALMA
There is far more to Palma than its glamorous waterfront. Take to the streets alongside a private licensed guide, slipping into the honey-coloured lanes and secluded courtyards of the old town, pausing at Gothic La Lonja and the Royal Palace of La Almudaina. Looming above it all is Palma’s magnificent sandstone cathedral, entrance to which can be reserved in advance if you wish to step inside. Return private transfers from your villa keep the day running smoothly, while the itinerary can be shaped around your interests, perhaps leaving time for a tapas lunch or a little independent browsing among the old quarter’s boutiques and galleries.
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EXPLORE THE TRAMUNTANA MOUNTAINS
Mallorca’s Serra de Tramuntana forms a striking limestone spine along the island’s northwest coast. Here, mountain roads wind between olive terraces and stone-built villages, revealing tantalising glimpses of the Mediterranean around each bend. A private driver and guide allow you to travel at a leisurely pace, stopping in Valldemossa to wander cobbled lanes and flower-filled streets before continuing through the mountains towards picturesque Deià and Sóller. Pause for photographs or coffee in a shaded square as your guide brings the history and character of this UNESCO-listed landscape to life.
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TORRENT DE PAREIS ADVENTURE
For a rather more cinematic perspective on Mallorca, head deep into the Tramuntana Mountains to visit the Torrent de Pareis, a spectacular gorge carved through towering limestone cliffs. Travel with a knowledgeable guide, descending through dramatic mountain scenery towards the coast, where tunnels hewn through the rock lead to the mouth of the gorge. Depending on conditions, your itinerary can include time to explore further on foot, marvelling at the sheer stone walls rising overhead, before your private driver takes care of the winding journey back to your villa.
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MALLORCAN OLIVE OIL TASTING
Silvery olive trees have clung to the terraces of the Tramuntana Mountains for centuries. At Son Moragues, near Valldemossa, learn the story behind one of Mallorca’s most important ingredients amid peaceful groves of ancient trees. A privately guided visit takes you through the estate to uncover the traditions of olive cultivation and extra virgin olive oil production, followed, naturally, by a tasting. Combine the experience with time in Valldemossa or a longer journey through the surrounding countryside for an easy day out from your villa.
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PRIVATE WINE TASTING
Mallorca’s wines seldom travel far, making an afternoon among the vines all the more rewarding. Head into the countryside for a private bodega visit, learning how local soils, Mediterranean sunshine and indigenous grape varieties influence the wines produced here. Tour the vineyards and cellars, then sample a selection of bottles as a knowledgeable host explains the island’s winemaking traditions. Return transportation from your villa means nobody needs to volunteer as designated driver, leaving the afternoon free for generous pours, vineyard views and the discovery of a bottle or two worth tracking down again.
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PRIVATE BOAT CHARTER
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RIDE THE VINTAGE SÓLLER TRAIN
The journey between Sóller and Palma is proof that getting there can be half the fun. The historic wooden train has rattled through tunnels and across the Tramuntana Mountains for more than a century. Begin with Sóller’s equally characterful tram, trundling between Port de Sóller and the town through quaint streets and orange groves, then board the vintage train towards Palma. Watch rugged peaks and citrus orchards glide past the windows as you travel through some of the island’s loveliest scenery. The railway can be incorporated into a wider day exploring Sóller and Palma, with private transportation arranged where required to keep logistics straightforward.
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CREATE YOUR OWN MALLORCAN PERFUME
Scent makes an evocative souvenir, particularly when you have created it yourself. For groups of eight to 12, an expert perfumer can visit your villa to host an exclusive workshop in the comfort of your own surroundings. Discover the nuances of essential oils and individual fragrance notes before experimenting with different combinations, drawing on favourite aromas and memories to create a bespoke Eau de Parfum, bottled to take home. A wonderfully personal experience to share with family or friends, without having to venture beyond the villa. Long after the tan has faded, a familiar note of citrus or wild herbs can transport you straight back to Mallorca.
