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Mallorca Cycling Challenge: Tarmac to Trails
Palma, Balearic Islands, Spain
Duration: 8 days
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$3,497
Deposit: $950

About your trip

From Iconic Climbs to Secluded Gravel Trails 🇪🇸

Discover the magic of Mallorca on two wheels! With its diverse landscapes, this Mediterranean gem offers an unparalleled cycling experience—winding along dramatic coastal roads, through lush valleys, and over legendary mountain climbs. Picture yourself pedaling beneath the warm Mediterranean sun, with a gentle sea breeze at your back and panoramic views at every turn.

Challenge yourself on the iconic Serra de Tramuntana routes, ride through charming villages like Deià and Valldemossa, and experience thrilling descents toward crystal-clear waters. Off the bike, savor homemade local cuisine and immerse yourself in the island’s rich culture.

Mallorca isn’t just a destination—it’s a cyclist’s paradise, where adventure meets serenity, and every ride tells a story.

🔹 Private & custom departures available
🔹 Runs Saturday to Saturday

Scheduled Departures:

     Apr 12 - 19, 2025

     Sep 6 - 13, 2025

     Oct 11 - 18, 2025
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     Apr 11 - 18, 2026

     Sep 5 - 12, 2026

     Oct 10 - 17, 2026

Your Ultimate Cycling Villa in Mallorca

Just 8 minutes from the charming town of Alaró, our spacious villa is the perfect home base for up to 12 guests. Thoughtfully designed with a cozy, personal touch, it truly feels like your home away from home. Nestled in the heart of the island, it offers easy access to Mallorca’s most famous cycling routes and climbs, along with nearby restaurants, shops, and supermarkets.

Join us for an unforgettable cycling vacation and experience the beauty of Mallorca—one pedal stroke at a time! 🌄🚵‍♂️

Villa Highlights

🏡 6 Bedrooms – Each with two single beds (convertible into doubles).
🛁 3 Bathrooms – Equipped with bathtubs and showers.
🛋 Bright & Cozy Living Room – Perfect for relaxing, dining, or movie nights by the fire. 🔥🍿
🍽 Fully Equipped Kitchen – Ready for all your cooking needs.
📡 Modern Comforts – A/C, electric radiators, fans, smart TV, and WiFi. 📺📶

🚲 Cyclist’s Paradise – Secure bike storage and maintenance area.
🏊‍♂️ Private Pool – 6x4 meters with a sun terrace and outdoor shower. ☀️💦
🍖 Outdoor Extras – BBQ area, laundry room, and secure parking. 🚗🧺
🌿 Scenic Gardens & Terraces – Stunning views of the Tramuntana Mountains. 🏞️

Book your stay today and experience Mallorca’s cycling paradise from the perfect home base! 🚴‍♂️☀️

Find Your Perfect Ride

Advanced:
 50-80+ miles, 2,100'-7,500' elevation gain
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🚴‍♂️ Advanced-Level Tours – Designed for experienced cyclists, these routes push limits with greater distances, challenging climbs, and faster-paced rides. Expect demanding yet rewarding cycling through Mallorca’s most breathtaking landscapes.

🚴 Intermediate-Level Tours – Ideal for cyclists with solid fitness, these tours offer a balance of challenge and enjoyment with scenic, moderately intense routes. See our Mallorca Cycling Escape tour for a lighter challenge.

What's included

Accommodations

7 nights at our beautiful Villa in the heart of cycling paradise.

Bike Rental

Giant Defy Advanced DI2; The Defy Advanced is Giant's endurance bike. This comfortable bike is suitable for longer distances and climbs. The Defy has a 12-speed Di2 shimano 105 groupset with 50/34 cha

Guide

Our local expert and your bicycle tour guide extraordinaire .

Support

Support vehicle for riders.

Catering

Home cooked meals prepared by by our culinarian soigneur.

Meals

All breakfasts, lunches and dinners; excluding lunches while out riding.

Snacks

Fruit, nuts, fresh breads, jam/jelly, nut butter spreads, granola bars.

Bike Food

Energy/granola bars; electrolyte powders; Maurten gels.

Drinks

Water (still & sparkling), seltzer, chocolate milk, cola, juice, milk, oat milk, almond milk.

Massage

Onsite massage.

City Tour

Discover the city of Palma on a guided city tour.

Gear

Our signature cycling jersey & 2 water bottles.

Transfers

Airport pick-up and drop-off.

Alcohol

Beer and wine (at the villa).

All local taxes

What's not included

Flights

Day 1

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Bienvenidos! 25 mi / 2,300' elev. gain

Arrival Day! 

Kick off your adventure with a relaxed ride into the mountains, designed to gently wake up your legs and help you get comfortable with your bike. As you pedal, take in the stunning views and let the beauty of the landscape set the tone for the days ahead

Day 2

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Mallorca's Interior: 51 mi / 2,900' elev. gain

Our ride through Mallorca’s scenic interior promises a captivating experience, featuring tranquil views of rolling hills, charming stone villages, and verdant vineyards bathed in the warm Mediterranean sun.

Day 3

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Sa Calobra: 55 mi / 6,900' elev. gain

Embark on a thrilling ride through the mountains to the mythical coastal village of Sa Calobra. The bike ride to Sa Calobra is a challenging and exhilarating journey, marked by a serpentine road with hairpin bends and steep gradients that descend into a stunning cove. As you pedal through this dramatic landscape, you're rewarded with spectacular views of the Mediterranean sea and the Tramuntana mountain range.

Day 4

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Mtns & Coast: 60 mi / 4,900' elev. gain + Evening Massage

Today's captivating journey takes us through Mallorca’s diverse landscapes, culminating at the stunning coastline. Riders will be challenged by significant elevation gains as the route meanders through the dramatic Serra de Tramuntana mountains, offering panoramic views and demanding climbs. As we near the coast, cyclists are rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the Mediterranean Sea. The return journey along the picturesque coastal road completes this truly memorable cycling adventure.

Day 5

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Coffee Ride: 21 mi / 820' elev. + City Tour of Palma

Today, we embrace Mallorca's scenic beauty at a leisurely pace. Our ride gently winds from the villa through picturesque landscapes and serene country roads, leading to the popular Cycling Planet for a well-deserved coffee break. Here, you'll have the chance to mingle with fellow cyclists and immerse yourself in the local cycling culture before returning to Alaró, capping off a delightful and social outing.

In the afternoon, we explore Palma, Mallorca’s vibrant capital. Discover the city’s rich tapestry of historical sites, bustling markets, Gothic architecture, and lively waterfront scenes, all infused with the island’s unique Mediterranean charm.

Day 6

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80 mi / 7,500' elev. gain

Today's ride is a journey to one of Mallorca’s most iconic cycling destinations: Cap de Formentor. Starting from Alaró, you’ll meander along scenic backroads with the majestic Tramuntana mountains as your backdrop, heading toward Port de Pollença. From there, embark on a breathtaking ride to the Cap Formentor 

lighthouse, where you'll be rewarded with sweeping views of the Mediterranean Sea. Take a moment at the lighthouse to soak in the awe-inspiring panorama before returning to Port de Pollença for a well-deserved beachfront lunch.

The adventure continues with a challenging ascent of the Coll de Femenia, leading you deep into the heart of the Tramuntana mountains. Your effort is rewarded as you arrive at the historic Lluc Monastery, a peaceful sanctuary nestled in the rugged landscape. The day concludes with an exhilarating descent from Coll de sa Batalla, bringing you back to the villa. With its dramatic coastal vistas and unforgettable scenery, this demanding ride is the epitome of a Mallorca cycling adventure.

You’ll be glad you took the time to rest yesterday—today’s journey is one to savor.

Day 7

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75 miles with 5'900' elevation gain

Today's ride from Alaró to Esporles, Andratx, and back offers a challenging yet stunning exploration of Mallorca’s diverse landscapes. The day begins with a steady ascent along a rolling back road to Esporles, setting the stage for the adventure ahead. As you climb out of Esporles, the route leads you deeper into the mountains before transitioning into a breathtaking coastal ride, where the rugged shoreline delivers a series of exhilarating ups and downs.


Just when you think the mountains are behind you, the journey to Andratx surprises with three formidable climbs. Each ascent tests your endurance while rewarding you with expansive views of the island’s dramatic scenery. After conquering these climbs, you'll retrace your path back to Esporles, enjoying the familiar terrain from a fresh perspective before continuing on to Alaró.


This ride is a true Mallorca highlight, offering varied terrain, significant elevation, and awe-inspiring vistas. After yesterday’s well-earned rest, today’s ride will be one to savor and remember.

Day 8

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Departure Day… Hasta la próxima!

The final day is always bittersweet as we pack up, reminisce about the journey, and exchange contact information. We’ll ensure a smooth and stress-free departure by transferring cyclists to the airport, with the added pleasure of one last scenic drive to enjoy the island’s beauty.

Goodbye!

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Thank you

This day marks not just the end of an adventurous excursion, but also the beginning of planning the next cycling adventure with Perpetual Motion Adventures

I'd love to hear from you after the tour! Please drop me a note at lauren@pma.bike

About your organizer

Perpetual Motion Adventures (PMA) brings your dream cycling tours to life with meticulously curated itineraries around the globe. Leave the planning to us and focus on what you love—riding. Ride More, Worry Less. Discover your next adventure: https://pma.bike/

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