South Mallorca Hidden Gems Tour
Self-driving tour along the South East coast of Mallorca
This is a different way to enjoy a quality guided tour with your own car, and discover little-known hidden places hand in hand with a local guide using portable radios whilst you drive.
Covering a route of around 97km, on this 5 hour tour (plus 30 minute briefing) you can explore the South East coast of Mallorca on a scheduled route through the municipality of Llucmajor, with several stops and visits where you can learn about different cultural, gastronomic and landscape values.
The portable radio devices use a private frequency, are easy to install and use and are bidirectional - allowing all the vehicles to interact with each other as well as listening to the different commentaries of the Driveando guides.
You will be driving along the south east coast, stopping off at Faro de Es Cap Blanc: a place with amazing views from the cliffs, and while you sample delicious ensaimada the guide will explain the difficult life of the lighthouse keepers and introduce you to the world of a very peculiar figure, Mr Jan March. Next you will head to the Salt Marshes Flor de Sal d'es Trenc to learn how these marshes function and produce different types of salt, ending with a selection of Quelita biscuits and cheese. Then onto Astestruz, a wonderful agro-poultry farm owned by the same family for 20 years, where ostriches are the main attraction, and finally you will head to Burguera's Dairy to discover the only dairy farm in Mallorca where they make all their own cheese, you will meet the cows and taste their produce as you learn about these artisan cheesemakers.
The trip finishes in Sa Rapita, next to the Playa d'es Trenc.
The tour has two departure times and you will need to provide your own vehicle and petrol.
Meeting point: Repsol Petrol station SON OMS. End point: Sa Rapita.
What to see
Sights in Mallorca
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Basilica de Sant Francesc
Located 8.0 km away
The facade of this 13th-century church in Palma (remodelled after it was struck by lightning in the 17th century) is typically Mallorcan - a massive, forbidding sandstone wall with a delicately carved postal and a rose window at the centre.
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Banys Arabs (Arab Baths), Palma de Mallorca
Located 8.0 km away
These 10th-century baths are virtually all that remain of the Arab city of Medina Mayurqa (now known as Palma).
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Museu de Sa Jugueta
Located 8.0 km away
Based on the collection of Antoni Roig Clar, this museum showcases over 3,000 toys from all around the world and from different eraas.
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Museu de Mallorca
Located 8.0 km away
Billed as Mallorca's most important museum, this undoubtedly contains some fascinating exhibitsbut beware that it is difficult to get excited about bits of stone in glass cases if you do not understand the captions. The museum has recently been refurbished, so we are hoping it is now more tourist-friendly.
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Museu Diocesa
Located 8.1 km away
This small museum of religious and historical antefacts is based in a wing of the former episcopal palace tucked behind the cathedral.
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Parc de la Mar
Located 8.2 km away
Until the 1960s the sea reached up to the city walls, providing the perfect reflection for the cathedral. When the building of a new road changed all that, an artificial lake was constructed to reproduce the effect.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Mallorca
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Barretes Restaurant at Ca's Xorc
Located in Soller
Ca's Xorc Luxury Retreat is home to an abundance of delicious fresh and local food such as a selection of fruit and vegetables, fish, red shrimp, lamb and Iberico pork. The chef at Ca's Xorc interprets this local, Mediterranean cuisine in a modern and creative manner.
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Diferent Restaurant
Located in Cala d'Or
Restaurant Diferent truly stands out. Beyond its eccentric and fun decor, it offers a vast international menu, a wide selection of wines, cocktails and fantastic, friendly service.
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La Bodega Restaurant
Located in Cala d'Or
This traditional Spanish restaurant is situated within the heart of Cala d'Or and has a phenomenal reputation for providing fantastic food, service and a welcoming, friendly atmosphere.
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SoY Asian Kitchen and Bar
Located in Cala d'Or
The little Asia of Mallorca, where the spices of Asia meet the local products of the nearby surroundings.
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Sa Magrana Restaurant
Located in Llucmajor
This award-winning restaurant offers creative, fresh-from-the-market cuisine.
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La Pappa Restaurant
Located in Cala d'Or
Enjoy the taste of Italy at La Pappa. They serve delicious homemade pasta and Neapolitan pizzas, crafted with care and tradition. Their Italian desserts and ice creams are also made in-house, offering a true taste of Italy.
What to do
Things To Do in Mallorca
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Sunset Boat Trip
Located in Port de Soller
Enjoy an evening cruise along the northwest Mallorcan coastline aboard one of a selection of 50ft vessels, as the mountains transform from pink to orange to red.
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Western Waterpark
The Western Water Park is filled with thrilling water slides and pools for everyone's enjoyment. There's a special water park for smaller children and a spectacular diving exhibition featuring professional divers.
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Motor Yacht Trip (Pardo 43)
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Enjoy a fun full-day or half-day boat trip aboard this luxurious Pardo 43 motor yacht.
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Luxury A4A Yacht Trip
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the coast of Mallorca or Ibiza to any destination of your choosing.
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Sunset boat trip
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Relax aboard a luxury yacht as the sun sets over Mallorca’s coastline. Includes drinks, snacks, and snorkelling, with optional tapas and cava.
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Caving & sea caving
Located in Manacor
Choose between inland caving and sea caving - each offers a unique way to uncover the island’s secret subterranean world.
