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Explore picturesque Palma de Mallorca, from its capital to its most beautiful mountain-ringed village. Begin with a guided drive through Palma that takes you along the seafront. Pass the honey-colored La Seu Cathedral, the second-largest Gothic cathedral in Spain, and the 14th-century Almudaina Palace. Inside the city walls, you will see landmarks including the Paseo del Born, Gran Hotel, Teatro Principal and the tree-lined Rambla with its colorful flower market. Continue your journey with a drive through pine forests and almond groves to Valldemossa, a mountain village nestled within the UNESCO-recognized Serra de Tramuntana mountains. Valldemossa sits at over 1,300 feet above sea level, making it the highest town in the Balearic Islands. Enjoy a guided stroll through its cobbled streets, followed by time to explore more on your own before returning to your ship.

Head into the breathtaking Cuevas del Drach, or Caves of Drach, one of Mallorca’s stunning natural spectacles. Drive with your guide to Montuiri, a small village perched high atop a ridge in the Mallorcan countryside. Stop at a local shop to see artisans at work, then continue to Porto Cristo. This seaside community is home to the Caves of Drach. Descend into the caves with your guide, taking in the sight of the beautifully illuminated stalactites and stalagmites, which create a wondrous subterranean atmosphere. Within the chambers lies Lake Martel, believed to be one of the largest underground lakes in the world. Explore the caves, then settle into the amphitheater facing the lake to enjoy a short concert of classical music featuring compositions by Caballero and Chopin. After time to experience more of Porto Cristo on your own, return to your awaiting ship.

Sample the flavors and culinary traditions of Spain as you enjoy relaxed dining at two tapas restaurants in Palma. Small plates of hot and cold appetizers, tapas are synonymous with Spanish gastronomy and provide a delicious opportunity to sample a wide array of flavors and unique dishes. Before we indulge, join your guide for a drive into the hills to the Gothic-style Bellver Castle. This breathtaking hilltop fortress, built in gleaming white stone, is one of Europe’s few circular castles. From here, you’ll have commanding views of the city and the seafront. Back in Palma, follow your guide to two different tapas bars. At each stop, you’ll have a selection of tapas items to choose from and a glass of beer or wine. After your tasting, take some free time to explore Palma and perhaps do some shopping before returning to your ship.

View one of Europe’s only circular castles and visit one of Spain’s most stunning cathedrals. Accompanied by your guide, board your motor coach and ascend high above Palma to the hilltop Bellver Castle, a 14th-century circular royal bastion built to serve as both a palace and a fortress. Explore its interior before continuing to Palma’s old town to explore on foot, perhaps pausing to sip a hot chocolate and try an ensaïmada, a sweet Mallorcan brioche. After time to shop, walk to La Seu Cathedral. This spectacular and imposing Gothic cathedral, the second largest in Spain, is more than 750 years old. Its impressive interior was redesigned by famed architect Antoni Gaudí during the early 20th century. After time to explore, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your ship.

Learn how some of Spain’s finest wines are produced on the island of Mallorca, and see where the grapes are grown. Embark on a scenic drive with your guide, passing through a picturesque valley enroute to  Port d'Andratx. Along the way, take in the mountain and coastal views. You will have free time in Port d'Andratx to explore this small fishing village before continuing into the foothills of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains. Ascend to the small town of Es Capdellà—Catalan for “at the end of there.” Upon arrival, visit Bodega Terra Ion, a boutique winery specializing in the production of organic wines. Here, you will have time to explore the vineyards, learn about the winemaking process and step inside the barrel room for insight into the maturation process. Following your guided visit, enjoy a tasting of a selection of wines produced on the estate before returning to your ship.

Trace Mallorca’s artistic heritage and gain insight into local textile traditions, craftsmanship and more. Board your motor coach and depart for Santa Maria del Camí, where you will call at a workshop. Here, tela de llengües textiles composed of wool and cotton yarn are created on wooden looms, a process rooted in centuries of Mediterranean design. Observe the artists at work, then continue to a historic glass studio—the art of glassblowing is one of the island’s oldest crafts. Step inside to see how molten material is shaped and formed into works of art using methods preserved since the 18th century. Next, head to Montuïri, where Mallorca’s famed man-made pearls are produced. Learn about the precise techniques used to create these distinctive pieces, known for their durability and shine. Cap your day in Porto Cristo, where you will enjoy lunch before returning to your ship.

Step into Palma’s artistic and architectural heart during a journey through some of its iconic landmarks. Drive by motor coach toward La Seu Cathedral, a soaring Gothic cathedral overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Step inside to view its intricate interior, modernized by Antoni Gaudí during the early 20th century, then continue on foot to Palau March. Designed by Luis Gutiérrez Soto, it is home to an extensive art collection. After time to explore, head to a local restaurant for lunch before setting out to discover Es Baluard Museum, Palma’s leading contemporary art museum. Take a guided stroll through La Lonja, once a merchant exchange hall and a hub for maritime trade. Conclude with a drive to Fundació Miró Mallorca to gain insight into the life, work and legacy of Joan Miró, who lived and worked on the island for the last 30 years of his life. After, return to your ship.

Visit a historic olive oil estate, ride the Ferrocarril de Sóller and explore the gardens at Jardines de Alfabia. Depart by motor coach for Can Det, one of the island’s oldest olive oil estates, where generations have refined time-honored production methods for this prized export. Enjoy a sampling of local olive oils, then travel in a polished wooden carriage along the historic Ferrocarril de Sóller—operating since 1912, this narrow-gauge railway was built to support the region’s citrus trade. Ride through citrus groves and the rugged Tramuntana foothills to Sóller, where you will set out on a guided walk. After lunch, head to Jardines de Alfabia, an estate shaped by more than eight centuries of history. Walk through its gardens along shaded routes framed by colorful plants and Moorish-inspired water features and view the baroque-style manor before returning to your ship.

View the important monuments and beautiful architecture of Palma, founded by the Romans more than 2,100 years ago. Drive through Paseo Marítimo, passing by its palm-lined promenade and luxury yacht marina en route to La Seu Cathedral, Spain’s second-largest Gothic cathedral. Step inside to view its interior with your guide, which was redesigned by famed architect Antoni Gaudí during the early 20th century. After, continue on foot through the old town to learn about its rich history, then transfer to Son Marroig. This former Hapsburg estate now houses a museum that exhibits mementos and artwork related to Archduke Ludwig Salvator’s stay on the island. Take in the views from its picturesque garden overlooking the striking Na Foradada rock formation. Cap your day in the village of Valldemossa, where you will enjoy a three-course lunch of local dishes before returning to your ship.

Discover charming villages and learn more about the production of their “liquid gold,” olive oil. Begin with a drive by motor coach into the rural areas of the island’s center, where traditions and history endure today. In the middle of the Serra de Tramuntana range, on Puig de Randa mountain, call at the Sanctuary of Cura monastery—at around 1,800 feet tall, it offers excellent views of the surrounding mountains and sea. Continue to an olive oil finca that combines traditional methods with modern technology to produce high-quality olive oil, some of the island’s finest. Discover the secret to its production and enjoy a tasting alongside a glass of wine and homemade delicacies. Next, learn about the craftsmanship behind Mallorca’s famed pearls during a visit to a local pearl factory, followed by a three-course lunch at a nearby restaurant. After, return to your ship.