Walking Mallorca (Majorca)

January/February is a fabulous time of year in Mallorca, and it is when the almond blossom is at its best. This week we'll combine the delights of the Sóller valley with walking in some of the best spots for almond blossom. You'll be based in the pretty village of Fornalutx, just outside Sóller, and three of our walks will be in this area - walking straight out of your hotel door. The other two will be further afield at the heart of the best almond blossom - a real treat.

Fornalutx

Fornalutx is one of the prettiest villages on the island. It has a small central square, and narrow cobbled streets, full of character and charm - it has even won awards for Mallorca's "best kept" village. It is within easy walking distance of central Sóller, and also has a few cafes and restaurants of its own, a bank, post office and other essentials.

The village is surrounded by majestic mountain peaks and is a truly spectacular location for a walking holiday.

Walking Itinerary

Graded: Green Boot

Your walking itinerary includes 5 days’ guided walking.

You'll be based at the doorstep of some of Mallorca's best walks, and for 3 days we'll be able to walk straight out of your hotel door (and/or return to it!) and explore the surrounding area. One day we'll walk around the valley visiting some of the surrounding villages and other highlights; another day we'll set off down to the port of Soller and the Muleta lighthouse and then on to Deia, a lovely village further along the coast (see W-NW11 for more details)... and no stay in the Sóller valley is quite complete without having tackled the spectacular Barranc (gorge) of Biniaraix - either in one direction or the other - see W-NW08.

During the course of the week, we'll already have seen a lot of almond blossom in different areas, but for the other 2 walks on your itinerary we'll go a bit further afield to visit the inland village of Es Capdella, which in our opinion, has the best almond blossom on the island. Here, we'll meander through the village and along the surrounding lanes and visit a lovely old finca with a typical Mallorcan courtyard (see W-SW05). Another of our favourite walks for this time of year is walk Ref. W-NW01 where we pass a fabulous old senyorial manor house - formerly owned by Richard Branson - which is surrounded by terraces of almond trees.

Hotel

We have chosen a delightful, 8-bedroom hotel in the centre of Fornalutx as your base for the week (see Ref. A-NW04 for details). This is a perfect spot for your walking holiday and you will be very well looked after by your hosts - their breakfasts are legendary and so are their evening meals (3 of which are included in the price of your holiday).

The hotel is centrally heated and at this time of year there is always a fire roaring in the grate of the sitting room. This is a warm, friendly, cosy and exceptionally hospitable place to stay.

Dates

This itinerary is available to groups and private parties throughout the period indicated on our Calendar - please contact us to discuss the dates you would like to travel.

The price

If you would like to use this itinerary as the basis for a tailor-made holiday for you and your party, please contact us. The price will depend on the number of people in your party, and what you would like us to include in your "package".

For example:

• Airport transfers
• Bed and breakfast (usually based on 2 people sharing a room)
• Guided walks
• Picnic lunches
• Dinners
• Transport to and from the start of your walks
• Any other activities you'd like us to organise for you - see Other Activities

The price will not include

• Travel to Mallorca
• Insurance – travel and health