Hotel BG Java

Local excursions

Tour of the island — the route of the tour leads through farm villages and cities of the fertile Es Pla plains in the direction of the Sierra de Tramuntana mountains. Further on mountainous hairpin roads to the Marian Sanctuary in Lluc - visiting the church of the Black Madonna. Then a drive with an impressive winding road with turns achieving even 180 degrees to Sa Calobra port on the west coast. The bay is also an estuary of the longest gorge on the island - Torrent de Pareis. During free time, walk through the rock tunnel to the picturesquely situated small beach called the Gates of Paradise. Boat cruise along the cliffs on the north coast of Majorca to the port Puerto de Soller. Ride on an historic, wooden tram to the charming town of Soller. Next, on the historic train through the famous Valley of the Oranges, mountain tunnels and groves of citrus trees to Palma, and on the way back to the hotel. The order of the tour may be changed. Day trip. Price: approx. 74 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 37 EUR.

Palma and Valdemossa — drive to the south, towards the beautiful and cosmopolitan capital of Majorca located by the extensive Bahía de Palma Bay. A visit in Palma includes a stroll around the old city: La Seu Cathedral, Parc del Mar, the royal gardens of the Almudaina Palace, narrow streets and patios of merchant houses, the Town Hall, the vantage point at Castillo de Bellver Castle. Free time for shopping around Plaza Mayor, the main market of the city. Then passage through the mountains to a medieval village - Valldemossa, the place where in the winter of 1838 the Polish composer, Frederic Chopin, stayed together with the French writer George Sand. The Carthusian monastery, where the famous couple found refuge, is the most Polish accent in Majorca. For monastic aims, memorabilia has been exhibited documenting the presence of the Polish virtuoso on the island, among others. the piano on which Chopin composed the famous rain prelude. In free time a stroll through the narrow, cobbled streets of this picturesque town, and also the opportunity to try local liqueurs. Day trip. Price: approx. 52 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 31 EUR. The tour is organized from the hotels on the east and north coast of the island.

Valldemossa — a trip to the most charming, mountainous part of the island. Drive along a road among olive fields to a height of approx. 425 m a.s.l., where Valldemosa is located. Entrance with a guide to the Carthusian monastery where Frederic Chopin lived, the opportunity to listen to the sounds of his music (live concert). Free time to stroll through the narrow streets and charming towns. Half-day trip (organized in the afternoon). Price: approx. 39 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 19 EUR. The tour is organized from the hotels on the south coast of the island.

Formentor Peninsula and bazaar in Alcúdia — drive to Alcúdia where every Tuesday the largest market on the island takes place. Opportunity to purchase local ceramics, handicrafts, jewelry, and olive oil, honey, almonds and figs. After shopping, transfer by coach to Formentor Peninsula, which is considered to be the most beautiful part of the island. Enjoying the beautiful scenery with lush vegetation which is a refuge for many species of birds and lizards. On clear days you can see the neighboring Menorca from there. Next, drive to the port in Polens, then sail on a boat to one of the most beautiful beaches on the island - Playa de Formentor, which offers a breathtaking view of cliffs descending vertically into the sea. Free time for swimming and sunbathing. Day trip. Price: approx. 41 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 22 EUR. The tour is organized from the hotels on the east and south coast of the island. Diving: the underwater face of Majorca. Offer for people who want to start their adventure in diving. Descend under the water to a depth of 5-6 meters with an individual English-speaking instructor. An opportunity to see amazing rock formations and schools of colourful fish. Half-day trip. Price: approx. 90 EUR. The tour is organized from the hotels on the east and north coast of the island.

Catamaran Attraction — The captain of the catamaran invites you on board! The 4-hour cruise along the southern coast of Majorca is an opportunity to truly relax with the sound of the waves and the sound of music. The programme also includes time for swimming and snorkeling. Lunch and soft drinks included in the price. Fantastic holiday offer! Price: approx. 49 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 25 EUR. The tour is organized from the hotels on the south coast of the island in the period July-August.

Magic Catamaran — a cruise along the most famous beach in Mallorca: Es Trenc and the southernmost tip of the island - Cape Salines. Relaxing on a catamaran, 3 stops for swimming and snorkeling (equipment on board included in the price) in the clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Half-day trip. Price: approx. 59 EUR, children up to 12 y.o. - approx. 30 EUR, children up to 6 y.o. - free. Marinaland: marine fun park for the whole family. The main attraction here is a dolphin show, famous for its incredible intelligence. Guests at Marinaland like to visit the paddocks with the penguins and the sea lions. Day trip. Price: approx. 46 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 32 EUR.

The Dragon Caves — drive through the picturesque tourist towns on the east coast of Majorca. The road leads to the fishing village of Porto Cristo, where in the vicinity the of the port French geologists discovered underground caves in the 19th century. In ancient times they were an escape for privateers and pirates, who often tormented the island with their invasions, today they are a tourist attraction, available for visitors. Admiring many chambers that extend below the ground in seaside limestone cliffs over a length of several hundred meters. The bizarre shapes of the thousands of stalactites and stalagmites resemble marble cascade, organs, lace drapes and chandeliers with gems. Additionally, the programme of the trip includes a short visit to the factory of artificial pearls, which there will be an opportunity to learn about the process of production and purchase jewellery typical of the island (for guests from the south of the island) or a visit to a typical Majorcan farm. Half-day trip. Price: approx. 40 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 20 EUR. The tour is organized from the hotels on the south and east coast of the island.

Aquarium — drive to Playa de Palma, to a modern aquarium presenting a wealth of flora and fauna from all the seas and oceans of the world. Admiring schools of fish, sharks, piranhas, coral reefs, rays, turtles, underwater microcosm, as well as tropical jungle with reptiles. Price: approx. 24 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 19 EUR. For guests from the east and south of the island, after visiting the Aquarium, a drive to Palma de Mallorca, free time in the old town. Price - approx. 43 EUR, children up to 12 y.o. - approx. 24 EUR (includes entry ticket).

Local excursions are organized by local travel agencies under the conditions fixed by them. It's possible to disorganize trips due to low number of applicants.