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Capture the moment by taking the perfect selfie photo in Mallorca!

Instantly share your experience with family & friends on your favorite social media site as you can find wi-fi in some stops along the route in real time. Your accompanying guide will share some tricks on how to take the best selfie photo including composition, posing, lighting etc. Capture the spirit of this incredible destination.

Discover Mallorca’s wealth of treasures that is a must-see for every visit to the island, and which will take your breath away on each and every click. You will have designated selfie stops at: • Bellver Castle
• La Escollera & Cathedral
• Valldemossa
• Na Foradada/Son Marroig
• Port De Soller

Visit three acclaimed artists in their studios in Valldemossa, where you will see their works and discuss their creative processes. The village is an inspiring setting that is just as beautiful as it was when Polish composer Frédéric Chopin and French novelist George Sand wintered there in the 19th century. Valldemossa still attracts musicians, writers and most prominently painters, who come to capture the natural beauty. At the studio of Slovenia-born Bruno Zupan, you can expect to see his glowing landscape paintings and limited-edition serigraphs and lithographs. You will also spend time with Natasha Zupan, Bruno’s immensely talented daughter. She typically works in mixed media and describes her style as “the search for the heart of the matter.” The third artist is Guillermo Rodríguez, known simply as Guillermín. Many of his works are in white or black or a combination of the two colors. The white, he explains, represents the light of the soul, while black expresses fear.

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Visit three artists in their studios in naturally beautiful Valldemossa.
• Discuss the creative process with the artists and what inspires them.
• View the artists’ works, which include landscape paintings and mixed media.

Become familiar with the agricultural practices of Ecofinca Nogales, an organic farm that grows fruits and vegetables using sustainable methods that respect the environment. While touring the family-operated farm, you will see firsthand how the produce is grown without chemicals that may damage the quality of the soil. Compost tea, livestock manure and plant debris are used as an organic fertilizer that over time improve the fertility of the land. The farm has also optimized its irrigation system to reduce water consumption and meticulously recorded its carbon footprint to see how it might be lessened. As a result, everything grown at Ecofinca Nogales is certified to be ecologically responsible and sustainable. The variety and distinct flavors of the produce may surprise you. During the tasting that follows the guided tour, you may sample Pinkerton avocados, Red Lady papayas and aubergines.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit an organic farm that strictly follows sustainable practices.
• See how the farm’s water consumption and carbon footprint have been reduced.
• Taste a variety of fruits and vegetables grown using traditional, eco-friendly methods.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Discover how olive oil is produced in an eco-friendly manner and enjoy a tasting that will reveal the nuances of the various oils. The Son Miranda farm near the center of the island will be the setting for your immersion into the production of organic olive oil. The experience will include an enlightening tour of the olive groves, an explanation of how the olives are harvested and a look at the mill that produces the LA Organic brand oils. The olives are grown without chemicals or herbicides and manually harvested using traditional methods. Grazing sheep and horses take care of any unwanted vegetation and enrich the soil with natural fertilizer. The result is an array of delicious, subtly flavored organic olive oils, many of which you will sample. Some of them contain single varieties of olives, others are produced from a coupage or blend of varieties. You can expect a surprising range of tastes, from delicate to intense.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Tour a farm that produces organic olive oil using environmentally friendly methods.
• Gain insight into how the olives are grown without chemicals or herbicides.
• Sample a variety of olive oils with tastes ranging from delicate to intense.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Marvel at the stunning, volcanic landscape of southern La Palma, admire breathtaking views from the site of a 17th-century eruption, sample sweet local vintages at the island’s largest wine producer. Have a first stop at La Glorieta square: This extremely beautiful, nice little plaza is ornamented with colourful and extravagant mosaic works, depicting motifs of the Palmerian flora and fauna. With much attention for detail, Luis Morera, one of the most renowned artists of La Palma, and student of Ceasar Manrique, has built built this artistic treasure between 1993 and 1996. Continue your tour travelling through lush vineyards and pine forests to the San Antonio volcano, which last erupted in the late 1600s. From the crater’s rim, behold the pretty town of Fuencaliente, which means “hot spring” even though the namesake inspiration was long ago destroyed by volcanic activity, and take in a spectacular view of the Teneguía volcano, which erupted more recently in 1971. At the Bodegas Teneguía, learn about the decadent malvasia grapes, which are allowed to become over-ripe for more sweetness and thrive in soil enriched by volcanic ash and lava. Savor an ambrosial taste of the fruit-saturated, aromatic wine produced in this somewhat unique terroir. You’ll long revel in the joys of this journey through an island inextricably tied to its volcanic past.

Recognize the great diversity within Palma through a medley of experiences that include dining on authentic Mallorcan cuisine, watching pearls being manufactured and shopping.

After departing from the pier, you will settle in for a leisurely drive through Palma de Mallorca to a locally loved venue known for it's authentic Mallorcan cuisine, which you will enjoy for brunch.

Mallorcan entreés typically feature locally caught fresh fish and succulent pork generously seasoned with garlic and olive oil. For instance, you can expect to be served sobrassada, a cross between spicy pork sausage and paté that can be eaten plain, fried or on bread.

A Mallorcan appetizer known as coca de trampó is also usually on the menu. This flatbread is traditionally topped with fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, green peppers and onions. As a complement, you will sample a selection of Mallorcan wines and liqueurs that may include palo, an aperitif first produced in the 19th century with plants known to combat malaria.

Artificial pearls have also been manufactured on the island the since the 19th century, and you will see how at a factory in Palma. You will also have the opportunity to shop in the on-site store, where you can closely examine the pearls, which are prized for being extraordinarily lustrous.

Following this enlightening tour, you will continue to Old Town for more shopping. Stores carrying exquisite jewelry and high-end fashions are particularly prevalent.

Travel through the breathtaking coast and towering mountains of northern La Palma and visit a luxuriant forest, savor local rum and behold shimmering natural swimming pools. In the quaint town of La Galga, glory in the majestic views from San Bartolo, a marvelous lookout wedged between two deep-cut gorges. Wind through incredible mountains to Los Tilos, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve blanketed by the largest and most pristine laurel forest in the Canary Islands. Keep watch for beautiful indigenous plants such as the orange-blossomed Canary bellflower and striking Strawberry Tree, so named because its edible fruits bring to mind bright strawberries.

Descending toward the coast, you’ll pass sprawling banana plantations, important to the local economy, and make a stop at a charming rum distillery. Learn how the delicious spirit is derived from a variety of sugar cane introduced to the island from India in the 15th century, and delight in a sample. You’ll thrill to a dazzling cluster of crystal-clear swimming pools in Charco Azul that were formed long ago by lava flows. Enjoy free time to amble along the coast or simply relax and cherish the awe-inspiring scenery, reflecting on the unforgettable natural beauty of the La Palma coast.

Wonder at sensational vistas of the world’s largest erosion crater, explore a majestic national park and visit one of the island’s oldest, most stunning churches. Drive inland to La Cumbrecita, an elevated viewing area in the southeastern side of the Caldera de Taburiente, a massive depression rimmed by soaring rock walls. Gaze at lofty wooded gorges and rocky cliffs while you embark on a short hike around the caldera. You’ll learn about the area’s amazing natural wonders, and you may even spot exotic fauna such as Gallot’s lizards, Barbary sheep and the red-billed chough, a member of the crow family. Relax over Canarian appetizers at a local restaurant and continue to La Concepción, a lookout that offers a remarkable view of Santa Cruz de La Palma. Enjoy a sojourn to Our Lady of the Snows church in Las Nieves, one of the island’s oldest sanctuaries, where you’ll see a beautiful altarpiece made of Mexican silver, several 16th-century Flemish sculptures and the namesake terracotta statue of the Virgin Mary. Treasure the lingering magnificence of your day’s invaluable experiences. Along the tour, stop a local artisanal cigar manufacture, heritage of La Palma emigrants to Cuba.

Diese gemütliche Tour hebt die Höhepunkte der spektakulären Landschaft Mallorcas hervor und bietet Gelegenheit, lokale Spezialitäten zu probieren. Sobald Sie den Hafen verlassen, beginnt eine malerische Fahrt mit Blick auf Pinienwälder, Mandel- und Olivenhaine und verträumte Dörfer. There will be a stop to take in the magnificent views and snap some memorable pictures.

Ihr letztes Ziel und Highlight der Tour ist das Landgut La Granja de Esporles, umgeben von wunderschönen Springbrunnen und üppigen Blumengärten. Dieses herrliche mallorquinische Herrenhaus wurde im 17. Jahrhundert im Auftrag einer Adelsfamilie auf dem Gelände eines Bauernhofs aus dem 10. Jahrhundert erbaut, der sich im Besitz von Mönchen befand. Sie werden genügend Zeit haben, das Gelände und das Haus zu erkunden, das heute ein Museum beherbergt, in dem das Leben von vor zwei Jahrhunderten illustriert wird. Ein weiterer Höhepunkt ist die Verkostung regionaler Weine und Spezialitäten. Anschließend kehren Sie über das Dorf Esporles zu Ihrem Schiff zurück.

Take in the staggering array of culinary treats at Palma’s primary market and then sample an inspiring selection of delicacies at a gastronomic kitchen space within the market.

After departing from the pier, you will enjoy a brief but enlightening drive through lovely Palma de Mallorca, whose horizon is dominated by the 14th-century Bellver Castle. From city hall in the lovely Plaza de Cort, you will begin a leisurely walk to Olivar Market, where you will behold a cornucopia of garden-fresh fruits and vegetables, Mallorcan-made cheeses and succulent seafood. Being the city’s main market, it is always abuzz with locals shopping.

While meandering about on your own, you will gain great insight into the gastronomy of Palma. Most of the stalls have been at the market for decades, and you will likely see every imaginable sort of local delicacy from traditional to exotic.

Many of the vendors have their own boats, ensuring the freshest seafood. Local farmers supply the produce, and artisans make the bulk of the sausages and cheeses. Olivar Market is an extraordinary destination to observe daily life as the residents engage in lively conversation and a bit of friendly haggling with the vendors.

Following this eye-opening introduction to the market, you will head for Gastroteca Mauricio to taste an array of representative Mallorcan foods. The menu usually includes Iberian pork, a potato omelet, black bread toast with grilled vegetables and a coiled pastry known as ensaimada. A selection of wines and liqueurs will also be served.

Gaze at astonishing mountain vistas and a verdant laurel forest, see pristine pools formed by lava and admire magnificent views from the rim of a volcano on this engaging tour that includes a delicious lunch. In the quaint town of La Galga, take in majestic views from San Bartolo, a marvelous lookout wedged between two deep-cut gorges. Wind through incredible mountains to Los Tilos, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve blanketed by the largest, most untouched laurel forest in the Canary Islands. You’ll thrill to a dazzling cluster of crystal-clear swimming pools in Charco Azul that were formed by lava flows. In the lovely hillside town of San Andrés, you’ll rejoice in a gorgeous panorama of steep cliffs and the glittering sea. Relish a hearty lunch at the Parador de La Palma restaurant, followed by a stop at the striking San Antonio volcano, which last erupted in the late 1600s. From the crater’s rim, behold the pretty town of Fuencaliente, which means “hot spring” even though the namesake inspiration was long ago destroyed by volcanic activity, another memorable wonder of La Palma’s northern region.

Cherish one of the island’s oldest churches, travel through remarkable volcanic terrain and lush landscapes, indulge in a delicious lunch and relax over a cocktail at a beachfront bar on this engaging tour. Enjoy a sojourn to the Our Lady of the Snows Church in Las Nieves, where you’ll see the beautiful altarpiece made of Mexican silver, several 16th-century Flemish sculptures and the namesake terracotta statue of the Virgin Mary. Pause for photos at the panoramic Breña Alta viewpoint and settle in for an enchanting drive from the east side of the island westward. You’ll notice the transition from lush laurel forest to a more arid terrain and treasure the view of the awe-inspiring Caldera de Taburiente National Park from La Cumbrecita lookout. Relish a hearty lunch at the popular Parador de La Palma restaurant, followed by a stop at the striking San Antonio volcano. From the crater’s rim, behold an extraordinary view of the Teneguía volcano and the pretty town of Fuencaliente. Travel to the Playa de los Cancajos and linger over a drink near Mirador del Risco Alto, toasting the picturesque pleasures of the day.