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Mallorca: Palma & the Tramuntana: 3-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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3
days
130 km
distance
5.7 h
driving
17
curated stops

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Day 1 Palma → Valldemossa

4 curated stops
Transit
1h20
Finish
~15:15
Temperature
17.0°C–20.3°C
Rainy days
~5
Daylight
14.2h
09:30
Watch sharks glide overhead and discover colorful corals in Mediterranean tanks.
50 min · Palma · Adult €32.50, child €22
open: Daily 09:30-18:30
10:50
Gaze upon towering Gothic spires and intricate stonework inside this historic cathedral.
50 min · Palma · Adult €10, conc €8
open: April to November: M-F 10:00-17:15, Sa 10:00-14.15; December to March M-F 10:00-15:15, Sa 10:00-14:15
11:50
Castell de Bellver read more map ↗
Stand inside a unique circular fortress with views, a courtyard, and a small museum.
50 min · Palma · Adult €4, conc or child €2
open: Tu-Sa 10:0-18:00, Su 10:00-15:00
12:40
Enjoy fresh vegan wraps and tacos, then lounge in the nearby shade.
60 min · Palma
open: M-F 09:00-17:00
14:25
Charterhouse of Valldemossa cartoixadevalldemossa.com
Explore a royal palace turned monastery, now neoclassical, rich in history.
50 min · Valldemossa · Adult €12
open: M-F 10:00-17:00, Sa 10:00-16:00
Overnight: Valldemossa
e.g. Marton Hotel · Ca's Papà Sweet Hotel

Day 2 Sóller

6 curated stops
Transit
1h44
Finish
~15:55
Temperature
17.0°C–19.4°C
Rainy days
~7
Daylight
14.2h
09:35
Fornalutx read more map ↗
Wander through this charming hilltop village 4 km east of Sóller.
50 min · Sóller
10:35
Learn about traditional olive oil production on this historic olive farm.
50 min · Sóller · Adult €18, child €10
open: Tours Oct-May Tu Th at 10:00, 12:00 & 14:00, Jun-Sep Tu Th at 09:00 & 11:00
11:35
Ca’n Prunera Museum search map ↗
Explore Art Nouveau architecture and modern art within this historic mansion.
50 min · Sóller · Adult €11, 0-12 €0
open: Tu-Sa 10:30-18:00
12:35
Jardí Botànic search map ↗
Stroll through lush botanical gardens just a short walk from the station.
50 min · Sóller · Adult €8
open: M-Sa 10:00-18:00
13:40
Discover Mallorca's rich maritime heritage with stunning port views from above.
50 min · Sóller · Free
open: Tu-Sa 10:00-15:00, Su 10:00-14:00
15:05
La Casa search map ↗
Tour the former royal residence and its beautifully manicured gardens.
50 min · Sóller · Adult €8
open: M-Sa 09:30-18:30
Overnight here
e.g. Finca Ca's Curial · Hotel Eden

Day 3 Alcúdia & Formentor

6 curated stops
Transit
2h39
Finish
~16:55
Temperature
16.6°C–19.9°C
Rainy days
~7
Daylight
14.2h
10:00
Cap de Formentor read more map ↗
At Cap de Formentor, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and rugged cliffs.
50 min · Alcúdia & Formentor
11:35
Bull ring read more map ↗
Peek inside this early 20th-century arena, now used for cultural events.
50 min · Alcúdia & Formentor
12:35
Church of Sant Jaume read more map ↗
See this rebuilt neo-gothic church that once served as a watchtower.
50 min · Alcúdia & Formentor
13:35
Roman Pollentia alcudia.net map ↗
Walk through residential areas, necropolises, and a small amphitheatre.
50 min · Alcúdia & Formentor · Adult €4, conc or child €2.50
open: May-Oct M-F 08:30-19:30, Sa Su 08:30-14:00
14:45
Museu sa Bassa Blanca search map ↗
Admire portraits, relativistic art, and modern sculptures in this gallery.
50 min · Alcúdia & Formentor · Adult €7, conc or child €5
open: W-Sa 10:00-18:00, Su 10:00-15:00
16:05
Parc Natural de s'Albufera search map ↗
Spot wildlife from hides and explore trails in this wetland reserve.
50 min · Alcúdia & Formentor · Free
open: Daily 09:00-17:00

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