Palma de Mallorca & Valldemossa tour from cruise port

Mountain village and cathedral in one morning, timed to get you back to the ship

A guided shore excursion from Palma cruise port covering Valldemossa in the Serra de Tramuntana Mountains, the Iglesia de la Cartuja, Palma Cathedral and Bellver Castle, with certified English-speaking guide and air-conditioned transport included. The tour departs about 30 minutes after your ship arrives and returns you to port on schedule, so you explore without watching the clock.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Valldemossa and Palma highlights

• Welcome at cruise terminal
• Drive to Valldemossa village
• Walk through Valldemossa streets
• Visit Iglesia de la Cartuja
• Drive to Palma de Mallorca
• Stroll Palma's monumental area
• Panoramic drive along Palma Marina
• Visit Palma Cathedral
• Photo stop at Bellver Castle viewpoint
• Return to cruise ship

The experience

You're picked up at the cruise terminal and driven 45 minutes inland to Valldemossa, a village built into the Serra de Tramuntana Mountains with cobblestone streets, stone houses and mountain views. The guide walks you through the village and shows you the Iglesia de la Cartuja, a 15th-century church inside the Royal Carthusian Monastery where composer Frédéric Chopin once stayed. From there it's another 45 minutes back down to Palma de Mallorca.

In Palma, you get a drive along the marina with views of the harbor and yachts, then stop at the Cathedral (La Seu): a Gothic structure built on the site of an old Arabian mosque that sits right on the waterfront. The guide explains the building's history as you stand in front of it. Then you drive up to Bellver Castle, perched on a hill above the city, where you can photograph the exterior and take in the panoramic views of the island and coast.

The whole day is five to six hours. Transport is air-conditioned, the guide is certified in English, and the operator guarantees you'll make it back to your ship on time. A fixed return that matters when you're docked and have a departure window. The tour covers the main sites without requiring you to navigate, rent a car or figure out timing yourself.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off at Palma cruise port.
• certified English-speaking guide for the full five to six hours.
• air-conditioned transport throughout.
• visits to Valldemossa village, the Iglesia de la Cartuja monastery church, Palma Cathedral and Bellver Castle.
• guaranteed timely return to your ship.
• 24-hour risk-free cancellation.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 14:00

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AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (3 to 15 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by European Essentials

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're docked in Palma for a few hours and want to see the mountain village and cathedral without renting a car or planning the route yourself. The guide handles the stops and the operator guarantees you're back before departure.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 15 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Valldemossa and why does the tour stop there?

Valldemossa is a traditional village in the Serra de Tramuntana Mountains known for its charming cobblestone streets, stone houses with flowers, and mountain scenery. It was home to composer Frédéric Chopin and has long attracted artists and writers. The tour includes a walk through the village and a visit to the Iglesia de la Cartuja monastery church where Chopin stayed.

How long does the tour take and when does it return to the ship?

The tour runs five to six hours total. It departs about 30 minutes after your ship arrives at port and returns you to the cruise terminal on schedule, so the timing is built around your ship's itinerary.

What's included in the tour price?

Pickup and drop-off at the cruise port; a certified English-speaking guide for the whole day; air-conditioned transport; and entry to the sites visited. A 24-hour risk-free cancellation policy also applies.

Will I see Palma Cathedral and Bellver Castle on this tour?

Yes. Palma Cathedral (La Seu) is a Gothic landmark on the waterfront built on the site of an ancient Arabian mosque. You'll see it with the guide. Bellver Castle sits on a hill above the city and you'll stop there for photos and panoramic views of the island.