Trek the GR221 route along the Northern Mallorca’s Coast
Mallorca’s mountains make hikers‘ hearts leap for joy, especially if it is all about the long-distance hiking path GR221. It leads across the entire island from the North to the Southeast and combines all highlights which constitute hiking on Mallorca.
Views onto/from the coast you cannot get enough of, the alpine-like Tramuntana mountains, in-between the two reservoirs, where Mallorca’s highest mountain is reflected in the water, or the citrus fruit in the idyllic Sóller-valley, where you can smell spring already from a distance. Coastal villages such as Deià and Valldemossa are also located en route as well as monasteries, extensive country estates, fincas and renowned coastal towns such as Pt. Andratx. Fragrant macchia, evergreen and holly oak forests providing shade, inquisitive sheep and mountain goats accompany you along the route of the dry-stone walls, which are definitely going to fascinate you.
Mountains, sea and wonderful bliss moments combined with a particularly beautiful, Mediterranean natural backdrop – hiking on Mallorca has a special magic. On this hiking holiday along the GR221 long-distance hiking trail, you will hike across the sunny Balearic island from Pt. Alcúdia in the North to Pt. Andratx in the Southwest. The lovely sea breeze and the scent of the many lemon and orange groves accompany you on this route of dry stone walls. A special highlight is the overnight stay in Lluc monastery and the Refugi Tossal Verds.
Highlights of the GR 221 Trek in Mallorca
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GR 221 Trek in Mallorca Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Pt. Alcúdia
Get in the right mood for your hiking week in Tramuntana with a leisurely stroll along the sandy promenade.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pt. Alcúdia
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Alcúdia to Lluc Monastery
A short transfer takes you to Pollença, where you follow the route through a green valley featuring almond and olive trees. Along the historic pilgrimage trail towards Lluc monastery, with first glances onto the impressive Tramuntana mountains. Via a pass you hike past the Puig Tomir, which can also be climbed up as part of an athletic detour. Through holly oak forests with stupendous views back towards the coast to Lluc for an overnight stay in the monastery.
Overnight Location: Monastery in Tramuntana Mountains
Distance: 4.5 hours, 13 km distance, 600 m ascent, 220 m descent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 3 Lluc Monastery to Refugi Tossal Verds
Along historic terraced paths you ascend into the mountains, past old snow houses. Onwards across a nearly alpine-like Mediterranean mountainscape all the way to the pass „Coll des Prat“, the highest point of your holiday, situated at the foot of the mighty Puig de Massanella. After a break with a fantastic view onto the neighbouring island Menorca the path leads you via the spring Font des Prat to the lovely hut Refugi Tossal Verds, situated amidst a picturesque landscape.
Overnight Location: Refuge in Tramuntana Mountains
Distance: 6 hours, 15 km distance, 870 m ascent, 840 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Refugi Tossal Verds to Pt. Sóller
The queen‘s stage situated in the heart of the Tramuntana. Fragrant rosemary- and juniper bushes accompany your path around the Tossal-Verds massif all the way to the Gorg Blau and Cuber reservoirs. At the Pass de L´Ofre you enjoy a grandiose panoramic view onto the lakes and the peaks of the Tramuntana. Along the way to Sóller you follow the terraced path through the impressive gorge of Biniaraix. Fragrant citrus fruit welcome you in Sóller-valley, from there via the old tram to Pt. Sóller.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pt. Sóller
Distance: 7 hours, 20 km distance, 550 m ascent, 1040 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Pt. Sóller to Valldemossa
From here the path leads you along the wild-romantic West coast. There you are rewarded with countless panoramic views – onto the sea, the jagged cliff coast and the Tramuntana mountains in the background. There is a reason why many famous people have settled here in secluded villas. In the Bay of Deia we highly recommend you sample the local tapas in the tavern situated above the sea before you continue along the bridlepath of Archduke John of Austria to Valldemossa. During this section again the views will enchant you! In Valldemossa you walk in the footsteps of Chopin through the busy alleyways.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Valldemossa
Distance: 8 hours, 24 km distance, 1390 m ascent, 1090 m descent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 6 Valldemossa to Banyalbufar
Via a rocky mountain crest past old coal yards on the postal route “Cami des Correu“ to the little town of Esporles situated inland. At the country estate La Granja you get to experience how people lived and worked on the island in the olden days. Uniquely beautiful is the descent to Banyalbufar featuring endless terraced gardens which were already called ‚the Gardens at the Sea‘ by the Arabs. This pretty village is a great place to linger and leave all your cares behind whilst gazing out onto the glistening sea.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Banyalbufar
Distance: 6.5 hours, 17 km distance, 760 m ascent, 1060 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Banyalbufar to Pt. Andratx/Surroundings
Via the terraced gardens of Banyalbufar, past olive groves and through neat country estates into the pretty village of Estellences situated at the foot of the Puig des Galatzó. Neat pubs invite you to a lunch break, full of energy you embark on the second part of your hike. Initially you leisurely walk along the coast, then high up to the Coll des Pinotells. From here you descend, you come to a quiet, green high-altitude valley and conclude your stage in the fertile valley of Es Capdella. By transfer into the chic coastal town of Pt. Andratx.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pt. Andratx
Distance: 7 hours, 23 km distance, 740 m ascent, 760 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Circular Walk La Trappa & Sant Elm
As a finale a hike with panoramic views at its best await! You start after a short transfer to the Coll de sa Gramola and proceed to the former Trappists‘ monastery La Trappa. The unique coastline is really pleasing to the eye, soon your gaze is focused onto the spectacular dragon island “La Dragonera“. A picture-perfect idyll, not for nothing one of the most renowned hikes on Mallorca. After a refreshing dip in the sea in the enchanting village of Sant Elm you walk back along paths with great views to Pt. Andratx.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pt. Andratx
Distance: 7 hours, 20 km distance, 710 m ascent, 990 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 Departure or extra days
Depart Mallorca today!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
GR 221 Trek in Mallorca Tour Price and Dates
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of rooms that you need. The tour is offered between February 24th and October 19th and the departures are available every Saturday.
2023 Departures:
Prices below are per person:
- Price per person staying in a single room: from $1,325 USD*
- Price per person sharing a double room: from $1,025 USD*
2024 Departures:
Prices below are per person:
- Price per person staying in a single room: from $1,450 USD*
- Price per person sharing a double room: from $1,075 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the Book Now button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. Hotel upgrades are available for an extra charge.
Book NowAccommodation on GR 221 Trek in Mallorca Tour
This tour is based beautiful 3-star and 4-star hotels, one night stay in monastery and one night in the hotel.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations. The rifugio accommodation on this trail is very popular and sometimes get fully booked early in the season, if that’s the case for your dates, you will get an alternative accommodation into the Lluc monastery and the route description will be adapted accordingly.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel EIX Alcudia in Pt. Alcúdia ★★★★
With a typically Majorcan character, pleasing, built on four floors and with two lifts, located in the north of the island of Majorca, located on the sandy beach.
Monastery Abbaye Lluc in Tramuntana Mountains
The Sanctuary of Lluc, in the district of Escorca, is one of the most famous locations in the Tramuntana mountain range.
Refugi Tossal Verds in Tramuntana Mountains
This rifugio, mainly catering to GR221 hikers, rewards you with beautiful views, cozy atmosphere and hearty cuisine.
Hotel Marina in Pt. Sóller ★★★
This beautiful hotel prides themselves with a great service, clean rooms and beautiful territory.
Hotel Ca's Papà in Valldemossa ★★★★
This is a small hotel located in a convenient location to explore the Valldemosa town. Enjoy great amenities and lovely rooms!
Hotel Son Borguny in Banyalbufar ★★★
This is a romantic hotel that provides great amenities, lovely location and cozy and well-equipped rooms.
Hotel La Pérgola in Pt. Andratx ★★★
This hotel is a wonderful place to finish your trip! Located at the very beachfront, as well as on the convenient location right on the promenade, it provides lovely rooms and great service.
What’s Included in the GR 221 Trek in Mallorca Tour?
Meals
8 breakfasts are included, as well as 1 dinner (in rifugio).
Accommodations
Accommodations for 8 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage is included (except for overnight stay Refugi Tossal Verds), as well as transfers according to program. Tram rides from Sóller to Pt. Sóller are not included, you should budget approx. € 5 per person.
Also Included
- Carefully elaborated route description
- Welcome briefing (German, English)
- Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- Service hotline
- 1x orange flavour ice cream in Sóller
Not included
- Flights to and from Mallorca
- Getting to the trailhead and getting back from where the trail ends
- Airport transfers
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist tax (paid locally)
- Transfers to and from the trailhead
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- Upgrade to half board (add dinners)
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