The 8 Best Mallorca Shore Excursions

1.Palma de Mallorca Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Valldemossa, Soller and Serra de Tramuntana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $590Our pick

Spend about five hours exploring Valldemossa, the Serra de Tramuntana, and Port de Sóller in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a guide. Expect cobbled lanes, mountain and sea views, and time to wander or eat on your own. Monastery and Chopin House admission, food, and drinks cost extra. Guide assignments vary; past tours have featured Peter, Michael, Marta, and Romina.

“Tour guide Doria and driver Evelyn were just incredible. They showed us around Mallorca in elegant style. I always felt safe. And Doria told us all about the countryside and the culture and the history. It was just wonderful. She took us to all the best shops, coffee, wine. The best picture taking opportunities. All the good stuff. Just can’t say enough good things. Totally worth the very luxurious outing. Highly recommend.”

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2.Private Shore Excursion to Valldemossa and Palma de Mallorca

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $587

Travel by private, air-conditioned minibus from Palma’s cruise port to Valldemossa, then explore Palma with a guide. Expect a cobbled village walk, mountain views, and stops around the cathedral, Almudaina Palace and old town. Guides praised by name include Peter, Luis and Dori, though assignments vary. The five-hour route can be adapted, but monastery admission and food are extra.

“Our tour guide made this excursion come to life! We were a small family group of 7 and she kept us all engaged with the sites and history of Validemossa and Palma de Mallorca. I don't know how to describe good this tour became.”

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3.Shore Excursion: Coasteering in Mallorca

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $89Best value

From Palma, a minivan takes you to Mallorca’s coast for a guided three-hour coasteering session. Expect a short walk, safety briefing, supplied wetsuit, helmet, flotation vest and water shoes, then a mix of swimming, rocky scrambling, cliff jumps and a zip line. Guides such as Mario, Jose and Oscar have led outings, though your guide will vary.

“This tour was amazing. The MOST exciting excursion we did on this trip. The pick up location was close to the port, about a 5 minute walk. Pick up was quick and it was about a 25 minute drive to the excursion location. We took a nice 10 minute walk down a trail and arrived to a picturesque view of the cliffs and ocean. The activity was exhilarating and got your adrenaline rushing. The tour guide was very nice and made you feel safe and protected. I do not recommend this for someone with a fear of heights or that can't swim but, definitely recommend for adventure seekers! This does…”

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4.Palma de Mallorca Shore Excursion Bike Tour (Transfer Included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $111

Ride from the cruise port into Palma on a mostly flat, beginner-friendly route, stopping at the city wall, Sa Llotja, Santa Clara, and the cathedral area. Your guide shares local history as you go. A taxi transfer to the bike shop is included, and e-bikes may be available for an extra fee.

“Guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the town and buildings. He had lots of good stories to tell. We had a blast. Would recommend.”

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5.Palma de Mallorca Shore Excursion: Palma, Deia and Sa Foradada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $587

This private, roughly five-hour tour pairs a guided walk in Palma’s old town with time in flower-lined Deià, a photo stop at the hole-pierced rock of Sa Foradada and panoramic views near Bellver Castle. You travel by air-conditioned vehicle and meet your guide at the port. Past guides have included Angela, Jeanine, Michael and Albert.

“The guide took us to locations to enjoy fabulous views of the sea and the mountain. It was such a beautiful island to tour and learn all about the history. Guide Angela was excellent as well as driver Pedro.”

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6.Palma Shore Excursion Bike Tour (Transfer Included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 5 hours · from $109

Start with a port pickup, then explore Palma by bicycle with an English-speaking local host. The route takes in the Old Town, the Gothic cathedral, the city walls, waterfront viewpoints and more. Bikes, helmets and port transfers are included. Fernando has guided the tour before, though guide assignments can change.

“Very fun, mobile way to your Mallorca sites. Bikes are top-notch and the guide truly appreciated our pace and interest in history. Highly recommend to individuals and family groups.”

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7.Mallorca Shore Excursion Highlights Private Tour including Valldemossa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $603

Spend about four hours with a private English-speaking guide, starting in Valldemossa before touring Palma’s old town and cathedral. Hotel or cruise-terminal pickup and drop-off are included. Past tours have been led by guides including Carlos and Pedro, but specific guides are not guaranteed.

“Visiting the small town of Valldemossa was a highlight. A lovely quiet and quaint town in the mountains of Mallorca. Pedro, our guide was quite knowlegeable as well as engaging.”

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8.Mallorca Shore Excursion Bellver Castle and Cathedral Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $610

Visit Bellver Castle for its circular Gothic architecture and views over Palma, then head into the old town for the Cathedral and a walk through narrow streets. Your private tour includes pickup at your hotel or cruise terminal, transport, a local guide and admission tickets. The Cathedral visit is not available on Sundays, and guides may be able to adjust plans if a site is closed.

“Our tour guide Kavier was outstanding.He took us out of the tourist area and to places you would not normally see. Lots of walking, a bus ride and the funicular railway. His knowledge of the history of Valpariaso was excellent and I would highly recommend this tour.”

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