Excursions in Alcúdia

One of the best ways to discover the delights Mallorca has to offer is to take an excursion. There are many different types of excursions in Mallorca, you can travel by land, by sea or on foot. What’s more? The excursions in and around Alcúdia are some of the most well-known and most spectacular.

All these routes around Mallorca, thanks to their unique location in the North of Mallorca, will delight you with incredible views and breath-taking scenery. You will see views of the Serra de Tramuntana, the Bay of Alcúdia and the Mediterranean Sea; images that you will not only love, but you will always remember.

On foot, by bike, diving, by boat ... There are umpteen ways to discover the North of Mallorca. For this reason, we are going to recommend the bestexcursions in the areas surrounding Alcúdia, so that you can get to know the region better and fall in love with some of its best-kept secrets.

Hiking in Alcúdia

Of all the excursions that can be done on foot near Alcúdia, there are some that really stand out. What´s more! Whatever your abilities, there´s a route to suit you.

In summer, it is better to take short excursions that lead you to the sea, nothing beats a cooling dip, or paddle, in the sea, after a long walk. On the other hand, in winter, thanks to the cooler weather, longer excursions are easier to tackle. However, whatever the temperature, we always recommend you take water and snacks and anything you might need to make your excursion the perfect day out. Don`t forget your phone or camera for that Instagrammable shot.

The Alcúdia Watchtower

This excursion leaves from the Ermita de la Victoria and takes you to the Atalaya de Alcúdia. There are several ways to reach the watchtower, depending on whether you want to do a circular route or walk in one direction, returning back the way you came.

The circular route of the Atalaya de Alcúdia takes about  5 hours on this walk  you will enjoy panoramic views of the entire bay. It is of medium difficulty because there is only one climb, and it´s not very steep. The other route is shorter, at only about 3 hours, where, along the way, you can enjoy nature at its best, especially the distinctive flora and fauna of Mallorca.

Once you have reached your destination, you will discover the Sanctuary of Victory, a 17th century refuge, constructed in the Baroque style. A visit to this place will help you learn a little more about the history of Alcúdia.

The Albufera natural park

The L'Albufera de Alcúdia Natural Park is a truly unique place; it is the area with the highest diversity of vegetation and animals in Mallorca. It covers an area of 32 kilometres squared and there are various trails of different lengths and difficulties that you can follow. The choice is yours, depending how far you want to walk, the weather conditions and where exactly you want to explore.

The route we recommend, through the Albufera de Mallorca, can be done with a guide or on your own. Of course, a guide will point out important facts as you go along, including showing you the birds that migrate here , the different plants that exist in the area and the history behind this beautiful site.

This excursion is suitable for children and can be done in both in summer and winter. In summer, you have to take into account the heat of midday, so we recommend you do it first thing in the day, or late in the afternoon.

Cycling in Alcúdia

Mallorca is famed for having some of the best cycling routes in Spain. Much of the island's tourism comes from cyclists enjoying Mallorca in their own unique and special way.

For this reason, many hotels in Mallorca, especially those located in Alcúdia, have cycling services and will take the time to explain some of the best routes around the island. The most specialized hotels have bike parking, bike rental and everything you need for a day on the saddle. In Alcúdia, cycling is extremely popular because of the quality of the routes that exist in the local area. In fact, go cycling anywhere in the north of Mallorca and you will find some of the most beautiful cycling routes in Europe.

Coll Baix

The Coll Baixexcursion combines a bike route with a short walk. The duration of the entire expedition is approximately 6 hours, but this time includes a stop on the beach so you can rest, eat, and recharge.

The departure point for the Coll Baix excursion starts from the centre of Alcúdia. From there,   following the coastline, you will arrive close to Coll Baix. From here it is not possible to continue by bike, so you will have to park up, however, within 30 minutes’ walk is the beautiful beach of Coll Baix. The route is exceptionally beautiful because it is surrounded by sea and by Mallorca´s unique and diverse vegetation.

Alcúdia - Soller

Starting from the town of Alcúdia, taking the route to Sóller, you will pass through one of the most unspoilt areas of Mallorca, the route borders the sea offering some spectacularly beautiful views.

It is a long route, and with some difficult stretches, so it is only suitable for those who are more expert riders. During the 66 kilometres of this excursion, you will pass through the many beautiful villages nestled in the Serra de Tramuntana where can stop to eat, drink and rest.

Boat trip in Mallorca

For the more adventurous, and lovers of the sea, from Alcúdia you take various boat trips around Mallorca. Leaving from the Port of Alcúdia,you can discover places such as Formentor beach, or some of the charming coves and islets that are characteristic of the northern coast of Mallorca.

Discovering the coast of Mallorca is an utterly unique experience; lovers of the sea will be captivated. In addition, there are many locations along the coast of Alcúdiawhere you can go diving and snorkelling, giving you an opportunity to discover everything that the lies hidden beneath the surface of the Mediterranean Sea.

The Astoria Playa

Here at the  Hotel Astoria Playa, we can wholeheartedly recommend any of these spectacular excursions, we are very involved with the local sports scene. Our facilities contain services such as our very own Bike center where you will find everything you need to help you enjoy your very own bikeexcursions in Mallorca.

At the Astoria Playa Bike Center, you can use our bike storage service or rent a bike that suits you. You will also have all the equipment you need to cycle around Mallorca. And, if you don't know the area and would prefer to be accompanied by a guide, we also offer guided tours.

And, after a day out, what better way to finish it than by cooling off in our swimming pools or resting in our wonderful rooms?

This summer come and enjoy all the services of  the Astoria Playa. We are waiting for you!