Explore Mallorca Driving a GT Cabrio Car

A Mallorca road trip with a sports-car soundtrack is the point here: you drive a GT Cabrio yourself, following a set route from Santa Ponsa through Palma and into the Serra de Tramuntana. The car adds a bit of theater, but the real reward is reaching mountain and coastal viewpoints under your own power.

I like two things in particular: the route links busy resort towns with quieter mountain scenery, and the planned stops give you time to take photos without having to map the whole day yourself. Guides such as Edwin and Edwardo lead the group, and the drive ends back in Santa Ponsa with a glass of cava.

The main catch is practical, not mysterious: you need to drive a manual transmission, be at least 21, and have held your license for two years. The route is a group outing, not a free-roaming rental, so expect to keep pace with the convoy and arrive on time.

• A manual GT Cabrio at the wheel: The driver gets the sports-car experience, while the route includes town streets, motorways and mountain roads.
• A set route across Mallorca: Go from Santa Ponsa and Palma toward the Serra de Tramuntana, then return by Port d’Andratx and Camp de Mar.
• Stops for views, not long visits: Puerto Portals, Palma’s waterfront and the Mirador de Ricardo Roca are brief pauses along a moving day.
• Small-group format: The activity is capped at 18 people, with the cars traveling together behind a lead vehicle.
• A few useful extras: Fuel, comprehensive insurance, bottled water, soda, a souvenir and a closing glass of cava are included.

A sports car day with Mallorca scenery

This is a driving excursion first and a sightseeing tour second. You are not a passenger watching the island slide by through a bus window. You take the wheel of a limited-edition GT Cabrio and travel through a variety of settings, from resort streets and Palma’s waterfront to the mountain roads of the Serra de Tramuntana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

That distinction matters when you decide if it suits you. If you love driving, the road itself is part of the attraction. The route is designed to show you places beyond the resort strip, while guides keep the group moving in the right direction. You get independence at the wheel, but not the open-ended freedom of a self-planned rental.

The tour lasts about four to five hours and starts at 10:00 a.m. in Santa Ponsa. The itinerary calls for arriving 30 minutes early, which gives the organizers time to get the group ready before departure. Treat that arrival time as part of the plan, not an optional suggestion: this is a group activity, and late arrivals risk losing their reservation.

The group limit is 18 people. That does not mean 18 people share a car; the GTs are described as two-seaters. Couples or travel partners can share the experience, but the driver must meet the age and license requirements. If you want to change drivers, there is an extra €30 insurance charge, paid at the office.

From Santa Ponsa through the resort towns

The meeting point is Via Puig des Teix, 6, in Santa Ponsa, and the tour returns there at the end. Before setting off, expect an introduction to the car and the drive. The GTs have manual gearboxes, so you should be comfortable with clutch control before booking. This is no place to learn stick shift while a group waits behind you.

The first part of the route heads through Magaluf toward Palmanova. These are familiar resort areas, with a more built-up feel than the mountain section to come. They are not the most dramatic part of the day, but they help ease you into the drive and show how quickly Mallorca shifts from holiday towns to open country.

Puerto Portals is the first named stop. The pause is only about 10 minutes, so think of it as a chance to stretch, take a few photos and look around the harbor rather than settle in for a long visit. Its position makes it a pleasant contrast to the resort streets, though the stop is brief enough that you will not have much time to explore beyond the immediate area.

Next, the convoy passes through Cala Major and enters Palma along the Paseo Marítimo. The route pauses near the dry dock, where you can admire the cathedral before continuing toward the mountains. This is a useful glimpse of Palma’s waterfront, not a city tour: there is no time here for a cathedral visit or a stroll through the old town.

Palma gives way to the Serra de Tramuntana

Leaving Palma, the road heads toward Esporles and then through Banyalbufar and Estellencs. This is where the drive changes character. The urban waterfront gives way to a mountain setting, with scenic views and winding roads that make the car more than a flashy prop.

The Serra de Tramuntana is the natural centerpiece of the outing. You get to experience the roads from the driver’s seat, with the route planned to take you through mountain scenery rather than leave you guessing which turn to take. That structure is especially handy if you are visiting for a short stay or would rather spend the day driving than researching a route.

The roads bring a different kind of responsibility, too. You are in a group, on a set itinerary, and sharing the road with other traffic. Keep your attention on driving rather than trying to photograph every view from behind the wheel. The stops are there for that. Some participants have found the cars’ GPS useful for staying on route, but the lead car and group format remain the main guide.

At the Mirador de Ricardo Roca, near Estellencs, the group has another short stop, about 10 minutes. There is time for a drink and a visit to the viewpoint. It is a good moment to step out, take in the mountain and coastal outlook, and let the scenery do the work. As with Puerto Portals, the pause is meant to punctuate the drive, not replace it with an extended visit.

The return route by Port d’Andratx and Camp de Mar

After the viewpoint, the route turns back through the mountains toward Port d’Andratx. You pass through the port before continuing toward Camp de Mar and Cala Fornells. These coastal sections give the tour a satisfying change of pace after the mountain roads, and they bring you to viewpoints and harbors that are easy to miss if you stay near one resort.

Cala Fornells is described as an impressive stop on the route, though no visit length is specified. The itinerary then passes through Paguera before returning to Santa Ponsa. Expect more driving than sightseeing on foot: the stops are short, and the overall pleasure comes from linking the places together in a single circuit.

That balance is worth understanding before you book. You will see several distinct parts of the island, but you will not spend hours in any one town. If your priority is a long Palma visit, a beach afternoon or a detailed walk through mountain villages, this is not the right format. If you want a scenic half-day with the added fun of driving a sports car, it makes more sense.

What the car adds, and what it does not

A convertible sports car changes the texture of a route. You feel closer to the road and the scenery, and the manual gearbox gives you a more involved drive than a standard automatic rental. The tour is built around that sensation, with mountain curves and open-air views as the payoff.

Still, the car is not a substitute for local road confidence. You need to know how to drive a manual, and the route includes a mix of town streets, motorways and mountain roads. If you are nervous in unfamiliar traffic or uncomfortable managing a clutch, the best views may not make up for a stressful few hours.

The group structure can be a plus. A lead vehicle means you do not have to plan every turn, and guides such as Edwin and Edwardo have been named as part of the team. Some accounts also mention Andres. The staff are often described as warm and attentive, which can make the experience feel more personal than a standard car rental.

There is a tradeoff: you follow the planned route and keep to the group’s timing. You cannot stop whenever a view catches your eye or linger at a harbor until lunch. The set route is what lets the tour cover so much ground in roughly half a day, but it makes this an organized outing rather than a spontaneous road trip.

The price and the practical details

The listed price is $113.66 per person, with group discounts available. For that amount, the package includes the car’s fuel, comprehensive insurance, bottled water, soda, a souvenir and a glass of cava at the end. You are paying for the vehicle, the planned route, the group organization and the chance to drive through parts of Mallorca you might not fit into a short independent outing.

That can be good value if the car itself is a major part of the appeal. If you simply want transport from place to place, a sports-car tour is a costly way to get around. But if driving a GT Cabrio is on your holiday wish list, combining it with a scenic route and a few planned stops makes the price easier to justify.

A second person can take a turn at the wheel for an extra €30 insurance fee, paid at the office. Factor that in if sharing the drive matters to you. The included insurance is described as comprehensive, but the tour information does not spell out every term, so ask the operator about coverage details if you need to understand exclusions or excesses.

Bring your driving license and passport or other ID. Flip-flops are not allowed for driving, so wear proper shoes. The driver must be at least 21 and have held a license for two years. Confirmation is issued at booking, and the activity requires good weather; if poor weather cancels it, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time.

Who should book the GT Cabrio tour?

This is a strong fit for confident manual drivers who want to make the journey part of the holiday. It also suits couples, friends and families with an eligible driver who enjoy scenic roads, short photo stops and a little sports-car fun. It can be especially appealing if you are in Mallorca for a limited time and want a guided route that joins coastal towns, Palma and mountain scenery in one outing.

The tour is less suitable if you want a long, relaxed visit at each stop, prefer an automatic car, or do not enjoy driving in a group. You should also think twice if the driver feels pressured by unfamiliar roads or busy town traffic. The passenger can enjoy the views, but the driver still has to concentrate.

I would book it for the combination of hands-on driving and varied scenery, not because it promises deep exploration of any single place. Arrive early, wear proper driving shoes, and be honest about your manual-driving skills. If those basics suit you, this is an entertaining way to see more of Mallorca than the resort strip, with a good stretch of mountain road in the middle.

FAQ

How long does the tour take?

The tour lasts about four to five hours.

Where does the tour start and finish?

It starts at Via Puig des Teix, 6, in Santa Ponsa, and ends back at the same meeting point.

What time should I arrive?

The tour starts at 10:00 a.m. You are asked to arrive 30 minutes before departure.

What does the driver need to qualify?

The driver must be at least 21 years old, have held a license for two years, and know how to drive a manual gearbox. Bring a driving license and passport or ID.

Can more than one person drive the car?

Yes. A change of driver costs an additional €30 for insurance, paid at the office.

What is included in the price?

The price includes fuel, comprehensive insurance, bottled water, soda, a souvenir and a glass of cava at the end.