Mallorca Island Tour by Boat, Tram and Train from the North
- DurationAbout 9 hours
- Daily
- Group
Some images are AI-generated for illustration. While we confirm your booking, just ask and we will send you the original photos.
- Fair, honest prices
- Real people, not bots
- Confirm, then pay
- Secure payment
Overview
This full-day island tour from the north of Mallorca combines four ways to travel through the Serra de Tramuntana in one day. You leave Port d'Alcúdia by coach and climb the mountain road to Sa Calobra, with free time to walk through the rock tunnels to the mouth of the Torrent de Pareis gorge. A boat then carries you along the cliffs of the north-west coast to Port de Sóller, where you board the historic tram to Sóller and finally the vintage wooden train through tunnels and citrus groves. A live guide in English and German coordinates every connection, and the boat, tram and train tickets are included; lunch is not. It is a shared tour that suits travellers who want to see the island's most spectacular scenery without driving.
Highlights
- Coach drive over the Serra de Tramuntana on the famous winding road to Sa Calobra
- Free time at Sa Calobra and the mouth of the Torrent de Pareis gorge
- Boat trip along the cliffs of the north-west coast to Port de Sóller
- Ride the historic Sóller tram from the port to the town
- Travel on the vintage wooden train of 1912 through tunnels and orange groves
- Boat, tram and train tickets included with a live guide all day
- Starts from Port d'Alcúdia in the north of the island
Full Description
The road to Sa Calobra over the Tramuntana
The Serra de Tramuntana runs along the whole north-west of Mallorca and was listed by UNESCO in 2011 as a World Heritage cultural landscape for its terraces, stone paths and mountain villages. From Port d'Alcúdia the coach climbs past the reservoirs and high valleys below Puig Major, the island's highest peak at 1,445 metres, before reaching one of the most famous roads in Spain.
The road down to Sa Calobra drops about 700 metres in a series of hairpin bends, including a loop where the road curls round and passes under itself, known as the Knot of the Tie. Your experienced driver handles the turns while you take in the views of the cliffs and the sea below. This is the first highlight of any Sa Calobra day trip from the north.
Sa Calobra and the Torrent de Pareis
Sa Calobra is a tiny cove of turquoise water enclosed by towering limestone walls. A short path along the cliff leads through two pedestrian tunnels carved into the rock to the mouth of the Torrent de Pareis, a gorge more than three kilometres long that ends in a pebble beach between walls up to 200 metres high. Few places in the Mediterranean feel so dramatic.
During your free time you can walk to the gorge, take photos from the viewpoints, sit by the water or have a coffee before the boat leaves. Bring comfortable shoes, because the path to the Torrent de Pareis has steps and uneven sections. The best time to visit Sa Calobra is in spring or autumn, when the light is soft and the water still warm.
The boat from Sa Calobra to Port de Sóller
There is no coastal road between Sa Calobra and Sóller, so the sea is the best way to see this wild stretch of coast. The boat follows the foot of the Tramuntana past sheer cliffs, caves and hidden coves that cannot be reached by land, with pine trees growing from the rock and the mountains rising straight from the water.
The crossing ends in Port de Sóller, a horseshoe-shaped natural harbour guarded by two lighthouses. Seen from the sea, the town and the mountains behind it form one of the most beautiful arrivals on the island. If the sea is too rough for the boat from Sa Calobra, the coach takes the group directly to Port de Sóller for a boat ride around its bay instead.
The Sóller tram and the vintage wooden train
From Port de Sóller you ride the historic tram, running since 1913, along the seafront and through orange groves to the centre of Sóller, a valley town known for its citrus trade and Modernist buildings. Then you board the Sóller train, opened in 1912, whose varnished wooden carriages still run on the original line through the mountains.
The train climbs out of the Sóller valley through a series of tunnels, the longest almost three kilometres, and over stone viaducts, with views of terraces of olive, almond and orange trees. Riding the Sóller train and tram on the same day is one of the classic experiences of Mallorca, and on this tour all tickets are arranged for you. After the train, the coach takes you back to the north.
Itinerary
- Departure from Port d'AlcúdiaMeet at the excursion office near the marina at 08:45 and board the air-conditioned coach.
- Drive over the Serra de TramuntanaCross the mountains and descend the winding road to Sa Calobra.
- Sa Calobra and the Torrent de PareisFree time to walk through the rock tunnels to the gorge.
- Boat to Port de SóllerA coastal boat trip along the cliffs of the north-west coast.
- Tram to SóllerRide the historic tram from the port through the orange groves to the town.
- Vintage wooden trainTravel through the mountain tunnels and viaducts on the 1912 train.
- Return to the northThe coach takes you back to Port d'Alcúdia; about 9 hours in total. The order may be reversed to match boat and train timetables.
What's included
- Coach transport across the Tramuntana mountains
- Free time at Sa Calobra and the Torrent de Pareis
- Boat trip from Sa Calobra to Port de Sóller
- Tram ride from Port de Sóller to Sóller
- Ride on the historic wooden train from Sóller
- Live guide speaking English and German
- Travel insurance
Not included
- Lunch and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Anyone who wants to see it from the water
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
- You get seasick easily
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users (steps on the boat, tram and train and on the path to the gorge)
Meeting point
There is no hotel pickup. Meet at the excursion office in Port d'Alcúdia, close to the marina, 10 minutes before the 08:45 departure; we send the exact map pin with your confirmation. Pets, luggage and large bags are not allowed on this tour.
Important information
- Wear comfortable shoes for the path to the Torrent de Pareis
- Bring sunglasses, a sun hat and water
- Lunch is not included; there are cafés in Sa Calobra, Port de Sóller and Sóller
- The order of the day may run in reverse depending on boat and train timetables
- In case of road closures or rough sea the guide may adjust the route
- Pets, luggage and large bags are not allowed
- Children from 3 to 12 pay the child price; infants travel free on a lap
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
Is this a shared or a private experience?
It is a shared tour with a live guide, using a coach, a public sightseeing boat, the Sóller tram and the Sóller train.
How long does it take?
About 9 hours, departing from Port d'Alcúdia at 08:45.
Is hotel pickup included?
No, you meet at the excursion office in Port d'Alcúdia near the marina.
What is included?
Coach transport, the boat trip from Sa Calobra to Port de Sóller, the tram ride, the train ride, a live guide and travel insurance. Lunch is not included.
Is the price per person or per group?
The price is per person, with a lower child price for ages 3 to 12. The booking panel on this page shows the current price.
How far is the walk to the Torrent de Pareis?
It is a short walk of about 10 to 15 minutes each way from the jetty, through two rock tunnels, with some steps.
Is it suitable for children and for reduced mobility?
Children enjoy the boat, tram and train and pay the child price from 3 to 12. The tour has steps and uneven paths, so it is not suitable for wheelchairs.
What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, a sun hat, water and money for lunch.
What happens if the boat cannot sail?
If the boat from Sa Calobra is cancelled because of the sea, the coach goes directly to Port de Sóller and you enjoy a boat ride around its bay instead, so the tram and train still run as planned.
Is the road to Sa Calobra safe?
Yes, it is narrow and winding but driven every day by experienced coach drivers who know it well.
When is the best time of year for this tour?
From April to October, when the boats run regularly; spring and autumn are the most comfortable months.
How do I book and confirm?
Choose your date in the booking panel and send your request; our team confirms on WhatsApp within minutes with the meeting point.
More in Mallorca
Getting to & around Mallorca
Popular across Spain
-
-
-
-
-
-
