Valldemossa and Majorca West Coast Tour
The beaches are far from Valldemossa – which helps explain why it's preserved its timeless beauty. This full day tour takes you to this historic highland town as well as Son Marroig palace to discover its impressive views along the west coast of Majorca. Ramon, one of our local guides, says, ‘Son Marroig is worth a visit for its history alone, but its location is so romantic that many Majorcans get married here.'
Son Marroig is itself a love story – that of Archduke Ludwig Salvator for the island of Majorca. This scion of the Austrian Habsburgs loved it so much that he bought the estate and owned it for most of his life. He was smitten by views of Sa Foradada headland and the azure Mediterranean – they're so good they're considered among the world's top 10 coastal views. You'll learn all about him during a guided tour of the palace, which has an intriguing collection of artefacts about him – he was a renowned conservationist, a man ahead of his time. And you'll also be able to take some selfies at the white marble pavilion where lovers say, ‘I do'.
A winding and scenic drive away is Valldemossa. Stroll the plant-fringed alleys and maybe visit the Charterhouse. Classical composer Frédéric Chopin stayed here for a winter, and it boasts period drawing rooms and a leathery library. And there's enough time to stop for a coffee in a local family-owned café. Ramon adds, ‘The villages of the Tramuntana Mountains are so well-preserved that the whole range is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.'
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Do this because
- Visit Son Marroig estate, where Habsburg Archduke Ludwig Salvator lived
- See Sa Foradada headland and enjoy views of the Tramuntana coastline
- Free time to explore the picture-postcard highland town of Valldemossa
- Scenic drive through the UNESCO-listed Serra de Tramuntana mountains
- Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Majorca and its villages
Important to know
- Not suitable for wheelchairs
- Food and drinks not included
- Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally
- This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.
What’s included
- Transport
- Guide
- Entrance fees to Son Marroig
This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
TUI España Turismo, S.L.U, with Tax Number B08089187 and Travel License Number GCMD-4
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