Mallorca Grande Luxe
We are delighted to announce a tour of the lovely island of Mallorca
featuring two of the world’s great hotels: the Palacio Ca Sa Galesa
in Palma (four nights) and La Residencia (three nights) in Deia. These
hotels offer comfort and atmosphere of a spectacular standard and from
them we can explore the remarkable cultural and natural heritage of
Palma and the north of the island. The true glory of these hotels can
be best appreciated by consulting their Websites.
Palma is one of Spain’s great medieval cities with a magnificent
cathedral (featuring additions by Gaudí) and several
outstanding art galleries. Its Old Quarter is extensive and wonderfully
restored. We take the train north to Soller and from Deia (an exquisite
village in its own right) our itinerary takes us to the legendary monastery
of Valldemossa, the remote and atmospheric village of Galilea and along
the incomparable coast-line.
DAY 1: We fly into Palma and make our way to the heart of the Old Quarter
and our home for four days, the Hotel Palacio Ca Sa Galesa. No better
base exists from which to explore this wonderful city.
DAYS 2, 3 & 4: Palma offers an abundance of cultural experiences.
Its medieval quarter is outstanding and dominated by one of the world’s
great gothic cathedrals (complete with startling embellishments by the
great Gaudí). It is indeed one of the best-preserved of all Spanish
cities still perfectly reflecting its Age of Gold towards the waning
of the Middle Ages. Among our visits are the Almudaina, the Moorish
palace, used to this day by the Spanish Royal Family on their frequent
visits to the island; the home and gallery of the great Catalan artist
Joan Miró; the March Foundation collection of 20thcentury Spanish
art; the splendid Bellver Castle and the many other museums which underline
Palma’s status as a major cultural city.
DAY 5: On Day 5 we take the famous railway up through the almond groves
to the little town of Sóller. From there we
continue on the historic tram down to Port Soller, a charming coastal
resort and then on to our base for the second half
of the tour: Deià and the Hotel La Residencia.
DAYS 6, 7 & 8: Northern Mallorca is another world: mountains, isolated
villages and dramatic coastlines. Our itinerary takes us to Valldemossa,
a fine monastery town, famously and briefly the home of Chopin and Georges
Sand, and then on to the exquisite hill-top village of Galilea. We also
take to the hills and visit the spiritual heart of Mallorca in Lluc
and the atmospheric town of Pollensa. Through the tour we shall enjoy
the marvellous and varied cuisine and wines of the Balearics whether
in the lovely family restaurants of Palma or the outstanding El Olivo
restaurant in La Residencia.
On Day 8, it is a short drive from Deià to Palma and our return
flight.
THIS TOUR DEPARTS: 7th January 2010
OUR HOTELS: the Palacio Ca Sa Galesa, next to the cathedral in Palma.
This is a stunning hotel: 12 rooms in a converted palace with a unique
sense of atmosphere, grand luxe service and comfort, a Roman swimming
pool, Monet’s kitchen and MUCH more. In Deia, La Residencia, a
legend and so relaxed (off-season).
NUMBER IN PARTY:
12-16
THE PRICE OF THIS TOUR: £2150
(single supplement £300)