Just what I was expecting from previous reviews and one previous visit to Mallorca: wonderful scener Anonymous, 2017 See more reviews
March proved to be a lovely time to walk in the mountains of Mallorca. Anonymous, 2017 See more reviews
Walking in the western and northern mountains of Majorca was beautiful. Anonymous, 2016 See more reviews
My brother and I booked the "Walking in Mallorca" holiday and we went in mid-May as we kne Anonymous, 2016 See more reviews
Thoroughly enjoyable, good being based in two centres, each day a different and lovely walk, top qua Anonymous, 2016 See more reviews
A great week of varied walks with a fantastic group, based in two very different but superb location Anonymous, 2016 See more reviews
We chose the week designated as Challenging, and thoroughly enjoyed 6 full days of walking through b Anonymous, 2015 See more reviews
Itinerary Expand all Day 1 Start Puerto Sóller. Start at our hotel in Puerto Sóller, arriving in time for a welcome group dinner. Meals included: Dinner Day 2 Walk to picturesque Deia, stopping for a refreshing dip at Cala Deia en route - Moderate (level 3) & Challenging (level 5) departures We walk along the coast to the beautiful little bay of Cala Deiá, where (time permitting) we can paddle in the turquoise waters of the bay. From here, we head inland towards one of the most beautiful villages in Mallorca, Deiá, owing to its idyllic setting in the hills. This walk explores the delightful area between the mountains and the sea, using old tracks and paths over the cliffs and offers fantastic coastal views along the Mediterranean pinewoods and coastal shrubs. We stop for a picnic lunch along the way. Walk Profile: Distance- 12km/ 8 miles, ascent 400m, descent 250m, 5 hours duration. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 3 Tram ride to Sóller; take the 'Pilgrim Steps' from Biniaraitx before ascending Es Cornadors - Moderate (level 3) & Challenging (level 5) departures 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 high point of our day at 957m. This Mirador, or look out point, is at the summit of some particularly rocky outcrops known as the 'Cornadors', of which we will have had some stunning views on our ascent. We descend past a mountain hut and through fields and forests of holy and 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. Walk Profile: Distance- 16km/ 10 miles, ascent 915m, descent 915m, 6 hours duration. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 4 Follow the 19th Century Archduke’s Bridleway from Valldemossa to 'S'Atalaia Vella'; afternoon free - Moderate (level 3) departure Today's walk starts from the beautiful village of Valldemossa and ends in 'S'Atalaia Vella' (854m), that in Mallorquin means viewpoint. From here we take in stunning panoramic views of the coast and the Tramuntana Mountains. For part of the walk, we follow the Archduke’s bridleway, an incredibly scenic path built at the end of the 19th Century by the Austrian Archduke Ludwig Salvator. In the afternoon we have some free time to relax in Puerto Sóller. Walk Profile: Distance- 7km/ 4 miles, ascent 400m, descent 400m, 3 1/2 hours duration. Stunning walk from Valldemossa - Challenging (level 5) departure Similar walk to Moderate (level 3) description but with longer duration and higher ascent/descent. Lunch is included. Walk Profile: Distance- 10km/ 6 miles, ascent 600m, descent 600m, 5 hours duration. Meals included: Breakfast Day 5 Leave Puerto Sóller along a coastal mule track to Cala Tuent; transfer to Lluc Monastery - Moderate (level 3) departure After a short drive from the hotel, we start our walk from 'Es mirador de ses Barques.' From here we follow an old mule track away from the coast to Coll de Moncaire and inland through a hidden and unspoilt little valley to Balitx farm. From here 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 (approx. 1 hour) along the beautiful Sa Calobra road to the Lluc monastery. Walk Profile: Distance: 14km/ 9 miles, ascent 275m, descent 650m, 5 hours duration. Leave Puerto Sóller along the coast to Cala Tuent; Transfer to Lluc Monastery - Challenging (level 5) departure Similar walk to Moderate (level 3) description but with longer duration and higher ascent/descent. Walk Profile: Distance- 16km/ 10 miles, ascent 650m, descent 650m, 6 1/2 hours duration. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 6 A wonderful circular walk around Muleta de Binifaldo, passing ancient oak forests - Moderate (level 3) departure 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 60m high and views of Mallorca's highest peaks. Walk Profile: Distance- 10km/ 6 miles, ascent 270m, descent 270m, 4 hours duration. Ascent of Puig Tomir (1104m)- Challenging (level 5) departure Ascent of Puig Tomir (1104m), impressive view point of Pollença and Alcudia Bay. Lunch is included (for challenging departure only). Walk Profile: Distance- 17km/ 11 miles, ascent 885m, descent 88m, 7 hours duration. Meals included: Breakfast Day 7 Ascent of Puig d'en Galileu (1181m), one of the island's highest peaks - Moderate (level 3) departure We finish the trip on a high, setting off to climb Puig d'en Galileu, which at 1,181m is one of the island's highest peaks. The recently restored path to the top is beautiful and offers outstanding views across the dramatic Lluc Valley and the peaks of Tomir and Roig. Walk Profile: Distance - 9km/ 6 miles, ascent 700m, descent 700m, 5 hours duration. Ascent of Massanella (1365m) - Challenging (level 5) departure Ascent of Massanella (1365m), the highest peak that we can climb in Mallorca. Walk Profile: Distance- 15km/ 9 miles, ascent 875m, descent 875m, 6 hours duration. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 8 End Lluc. The tour ends after breakfast. Meals included: Breakfast
Hotel & Monastery The first 4 nights are spent in a comfortable hotel in Puerto Soller with en suite rooms, outdoor swimming pool (seasonal), sun terrace, free Wi-Fi, bar and restaurant and is within easy reach of the pebble beach. For the remaining 3 nights we have a change of scenery as we stay in the beautiful Lluc Monastery. Although not a hotel, this historic 13th Century building is set amidst tranquil countryside and offers excellent en suite rooms and delicious food. Wi-Fi is available in public areas for a fee. Single rooms are limited on this tour but may be available for a supplement on request. Please enquire at the time of booking.
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Reviewed May 2017 Diana Edwards Trip: Walking in Mallorca Walking in Mallorca 30 April - 6 May Just what I was expecting from previous reviews and one previous visit to Mallorca: wonderful scenery, well planned and interesting walks, good locations. Port de Soller is a pleasant and sedate place with lots of good restaurants. Our hotel was the Eden (instead of the usual Eden North) to accommodate all of us, and it was excellent: large rooms, recently refurbished, and an amazing selection for breakfast. The monastery at Lluc is more like a youth hostel without the self catering, with - at this time of year - mostly walkers and cyclists. There are wo restaurants here, a food shop and pharmacy in addition to the refectory, so there is still plenty of choice. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Any of our walking days: seeing the extraordinary colours of the sea from the cliff tops; watching the black vultures perched on the rocky edge above us as we approached the 16th century farm house where we had freshly squeezed orange juice; the panoramic views of the sea and the central plain from the mountain tops we climbed up to. What did you think of your group leader? Very knowledgeable about Mallorcan life, and happy to share his knowledge with us. His Mallorcan picnics gave us an insight into the food traditions of Mallorca, and his friendship networks enabled us to go through otherwise closed hunting areas and so have a better day's walking. At Lluc he organised very successful evenings of exceptionally good food at one of the local restaurants, and his flexibility and dedication to giving Exodus clients a good experience meant that those who wished to had a morning and early afternoon in Palma before meeting up at the airport to get out flight home. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? No surprises here: the trip notes cover all the ground. Is there anything else you would like to add? Previous Exodus reviews were accurate and helpful - they said how good this holiday was. I and two friends had been intending to do a walking holiday in Mallorca, and they were thinking of self-catering and self-guiding. I persuaded them otherwise, on the basis of the reviews. While I enjoyed my previous self-organised walking trip in Mallorca, this was much, much better. And they are more sociable, too: everyone on the trip was good company and pleasant to be with.
Reviewed April 2017 Terence Gilbert Trip: Walking in Mallorca Walking in Mallorca March proved to be a lovely time to walk in the mountains of Mallorca. Having been on many guided walks this was up there with the best; the group dynamic was supportive and fun, the group leader managed the pacing of the walks to suit the range of walkers, and the variety of the Mallorcan landscape was magical. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? There were so many such moments. Such as the walk from Valdemossa to an amazing viewpoint where we took in the stunning panoramic views of the coast and the mountains. Almost everyday provided tremendous scope for memorable photographs of the colours, textures and shapes of the varied terrain. What did you think of your group leader? Eduard was terrific. He was knowledgeable, attentive, personable, and well organized. His leadership was a major contributor to our overall rating of excellent. Eduard's regular accounts of the island's history and culture were informative and entertaining; so much so, that the idea of becoming a charcoal burner has its attractions! Do you have any advice for potential travellers? The stay at Lluc Monastery provided a distinct contrast with the excellent time spent in Puerto Soller and the coastal walks.The collection of historic buildings at Lluc amidst tranquil mountains was a good base for the second part of the week. Travellers should be aware that at the monastery Wifi is available, at a price but is extremely unreliable. In addition, be aware that the use of a hairdryer and TV controller each require a 20 Euro deposit. Is there anything else you would like to add? The choice of restaurants in both locations was superb. Eduard's recommendations for eating out were spot on.
Reviewed October 2016 Mary Collins Trip: Walking in Mallorca Walking in Majorca Walking in the western and northern mountains of Majorca was beautiful. My first visit to the island and I was not disappointed. A good group of sixteen like-minded people, two very different bases, secluded coves, rugged mountains and excellent tapas - what was not to like. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Eduardo! A superb guide. Eager to share his knowledge and obvious love of his home country and the pa amb oli lunches were wonderful. What did you think of your group leader? See above Do you have any advice for potential travellers? The trip is rated moderate in the brochure but at times sections were fairly challenging. Proper footwear and a stick a must!
Reviewed September 2016 Ian Lochhead Trip: Walking in Mallorca Walking in Mallorca Another wonderful Exodus holiday. The walking was superb and the accommodation characterful, with the contrast of the hotel near the seafront of the beautiful coastal town of Puerto Soller and then the stunning converted monastery at Lluc. Highly recommended. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? There were many during the week however the summiting of the two high peaks(957m & 1,181 m) and the stunning coastal walk to Cala Tuent were the highlights. What did you think of your group leader? Eduard was absolutely superb. His leadership of the walks was first class. His knowledge of the local environment and history of so many aspects of the island was also excellent. Above all else he was an extremely sociable person and simply great fun to be with. He also supplied delicious packed lunches! Keep doing what you're doing Eduard! Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Mainly if you're thinking of booking this holiday then definitely go for it. With regard to the weather it was 33 degrees on one of the days, even in September, therefore make sure you have plenty of water and sunscreen with you. Is there anything else you would like to add? Already can't wait for my next Exodus holiday!
Reviewed June 2016 Louise Denyer Trip: Walking in Mallorca Walking in Mallorca - May 2016 My brother and I booked the "Walking in Mallorca" holiday and we went in mid-May as we knew the weather would be nice but not too hot for walking. The flight from Gatwick was hassle-free and we were met by our guide at Palma Airport and transferred to the hotel in Port de Soller. The hotel was nice but the room could have been cleaned a little better (our bathroom bin hadn't been emptied and the floor not swept) and the beds were a bit too hard. We also had a problem with the air con, which was fixed the day after we reported it. The breakfast was good with a wide variety of options to choose from. On the Thursday we transferred to the Lluc Monastery, which was simple yet peaceful and comfortable, although an extra pillow would have been welcome. On our last day we were helpfully taken back to the airport by our guide. As the monastery is quite remote and ideally you need a car to explore the area, I feel we could have gone back to Palma earlier than our check-in time requirement rather than waited at the monastery for several hours with little to do so that we could have explored some of the city instead (e.g. the cathedral) before our flight home. Unfortunately the check-in process at Palma took much longer than at Gatwick and our flight was also delayed by just over an hour, which was frustrating after a nice holiday. The walking aspect of the holiday was described as moderate difficulty and the distances/ascents given in advance, which was very useful. Although I consider myself reasonably fit, I did struggle a little bit with some of the walks due to the humidity and where the climbing was quite steep and slippery under foot. However, the guide was very helpful and supportive on these occasions and adjusted the pace of the walk accordingly. In future I would probably choose to do an "easy" level holiday so that we have more free time to explore the surroundings (e.g. it would have been nice to have spent more time in Valldemossa). Overall we had a very pleasant and memorable holiday and would definitely return to Mallorca. I would also consider booking with Exodus again. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Reaching the summit of Puig d'en Galileu (1181m), one of the island's highest peaks. The coastal walk along a mule trail to Cala Tuent was also very impressive. What did you think of your group leader? Our guide was Eduard, who was very knowledgeable about the island's social and political history, flora, fauna and bird life as well as local information (e.g. restaurants). He expertly led us on a range of walks that encompassed the best aspects of the island - the coast, mountains, forests and olive/citrus groves. His humour kept our spirits up during the difficult moments and he was very thoughtful when it came to preparing the picnics each day, making sure that the spread included a range of Mallorcan fayre. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? I would particularly recommend the Sa Font Coberta restaurant at Lluc Monastery: the traditional, home-cooked food was great and the owner was incredibly friendly and accommodating. Walking poles are advisable to help with the tougher ascents and descents.
Reviewed May 2016 Fiona Blundell Trip: Walking in Mallorca Walking in Majorca Thoroughly enjoyable, good being based in two centres, each day a different and lovely walk, top quality picnics, very well organised and excellently guided by Eduardo. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? shedloads of lycra ! What did you think of your group leader? A local guide, very experienced and knowledgeable about the area. Charming and considerate. He looked after us very well. Is there anything else you would like to add? Would recommend.
Reviewed April 2016 natalie brine Trip: Walking in Mallorca Fabulous walking, scenery and food A great week of varied walks with a fantastic group, based in two very different but superb locations (Porte de Soller and Lluc Monastery). Very good food at the local restaurants in Puerto de Soller and the restaurant outside the monastery. Eduardo (tour leader) made us such lovely picnics on the walks too! What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? The views along the coastal path of Sa Costera and the stunning mountain pass scenery on the transfer to the monastery. What did you think of your group leader? Eduardo is an excellent guide - highly experienced and with a great love and knowledge of his native Mallorca. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Walking boots are a good choice for the rocky paths. Pack lots of layers... it was very cold on the top of mountains, and cool at night too (traveled March 2016). We booked the moderate week and found it was very manageable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness. Is there anything else you would like to add? A good selection of walks with some free time to explore the local towns.
Reviewed March 2016 Chris Pursehouse Trip: Walking in Mallorca March 2016 Just returned from a wonderful week of walking in Mallorca. The views on many of the walks were worth the climbs. Very good food and a great walk leader in Edwardo who has a great passion for the Island of Mallorca. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? The stay in the Monastery was a wonderful experience. The walks from there provided great views. What did you think of your group leader? Edwardo is a very good walk leader with a very good knowledge of the island, its history and customs.
Reviewed October 2015 Arthur Gidlow Trip: Walking in Mallorca Walking in Mallorca We chose the week designated as Challenging, and thoroughly enjoyed 6 full days of walking through beautiful coastal and mountainous scenery. The weather was dry and mostly warm, and our group was able to complete all of the anticipated itinerary. Highly recommended! What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? There were many highlights for me, including the route and marvellous views on days 3 and 4, walking high above the sea on the route to Cala Tuent on day 5, and scrambling up the steeper rocky slopes on days 6 and 7. What did you think of your group leader? Our friendly leader Eduard was excellent. He is passionate and knowledgeable about all things Mallorcan - history, culture, flora and fauna, and the Tramuntana mountain area. We were able to learn so many things. Sometimes we would stop for a few minutes rest (chocolate provided!), and he would tell us all about something in more depth. He looked after the safety and well-being of everyone in the group. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Do consider the distances, duration, ascent/descent given in the trip notes for each day, and compare with the walking that you are used to. This will help you to decide whether you can expect to fully enjoy the trip. Is there anything else you would like to add? We stayed an extra night in Palma after the trip ended, so we had a free day. Eduard suggested a walk from Lluc going around Puig Roig that is only possible on Sundays. We enjoyed that walk, and then caught the 17:45 bus from Lluc to Palma.
Reviewed May 2015 James Pettigrew Trip: Walking in Mallorca Another amazing Exodus trip Another great trip with Exodus and superb guide, Edward. Beautiful scenery, good walks and the food on the trip was excellent. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? So many amazing moments throughout the trip. What did you think of your group leader? Edward was very patient, knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and a good sense of humour, even if he did laugh at his own jokes. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Take walking boots, even although Sketchers were fine!
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