HIKING THE SERRA TRAMUNTANA & PENNINSULA FORMENTOR

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HIKING THE SERRA TRAMUNTANA & PENNINSULA FORMENTOR

“HIKING THE SERRA TRAMUNTANA & PENNINSULA FORMENTOR IN MALLORCA ISLAND”

This tour is ideal for hillwalkers with a good level of fitness & recent experience walking at grade A or B.

In the Serra de Tramuntana, nature has created beauty spots that are unique in the world and essential for understanding Mallorca. Landscapes that have become an island emblem, like the peninsula of Sa Foradada, the beach of Sa Calobra, the Torrent de Pareis canyon, the dramatic cliffs of Formentor, the singular upwelling of water at Ses Fonts Ufanes in Campanet.
On this program of walks our intention is to explore the whole of Serra de Tramuntana. It will include an exceptional walk - El Camino del Faro (lighthouse) de Formentor – which is not specifically in the Serra but is an route of sheer beauty.
The Serra is situated along the North coast of Mallorca. It is a mountainous region, steep, precipitous with the highest peaks of the island. A region steeped in culture, its landscape
honed & developed by man over many centuries. It was declared a protected region is 2011.
The total distance we cover over the full week will be about 87km with a cumulative height gain of 4,895m. Although some of the walks we do intertwine with the GR 221 walk, we have designed it such that ours walks are exclusive to our program.
While the walk program indicated suggests all the walks are Level A, the nature & design of the traverse of Serra Tramontana facilitates us to also offer shorter & less difficult routes that are suitable for Level .

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“HIKING THE SERRA TRAMUNTANA & PENNINSULA FORMENTOR IN MALLORCA ISLAND”

This tour is ideal for hillwalkers with a good level of fitness & recent experience walking at grade A or B.

In the Serra de Tramuntana, nature has created beauty spots that are unique in the world and essential for understanding Mallorca. Landscapes that have become an island emblem, like the peninsula of Sa Foradada, the beach of Sa Calobra, the Torrent de Pareis canyon, the dramatic cliffs of Formentor, the singular upwelling of water at Ses Fonts Ufanes in Campanet.
On this program of walks our intention is to explore the whole of Serra de Tramuntana. It will include an exceptional walk - El Camino del Faro (lighthouse) de Formentor – which is not specifically in the Serra but is an route of sheer beauty.
The Serra is situated along the North coast of Mallorca. It is a mountainous region, steep, precipitous with the highest peaks of the island. A region steeped in culture, its landscape
honed & developed by man over many centuries. It was declared a protected region is 2011.
The total distance we cover over the full week will be about 87km with a cumulative height gain of 4,895m. Although some of the walks we do intertwine with the GR 221 walk, we have designed it such that ours walks are exclusive to our program.
While the walk program indicated suggests all the walks are Level A, the nature & design of the traverse of Serra Tramontana facilitates us to also offer shorter & less difficult routes that are suitable for Level .

Día 1

Descripción:

Arrival in Palma de Mallorca. Transfer to Puerto de Soller. Check-in and briefing at hotel. Dinner and accommodation in Hotel Marina Soller.

Día 2

Descripción:

Breakfast

LEVEL A & B. FARO DE FORMENTOR – CASES CALA MURTA. 13 Km. +600m/–700m

This walk takes us on the Formentor lighthouse route. Extraordinarily beautiful route that takes us to Cala Murta. We depart from the Formentor Lighthouse, where it is possible to see the coast of Menorca Island on a clear day. We will take the old path that leads us from the lighthouse to Cala Murta, enjoying the impressive work that the "Margers" did in constructing this path called "Pedra en sec", whose origins date back to the 16th century. In Cala Murta, we will have the chance to have a dip in the crystal- clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea. After swimming and having lunch, we continue to Casas de Cala Murta, where the van awaits us. Dinner and accommodation in Puerto de Soller.

Día 3

Descripción:

Breakfast

LEVEL A. POLLENSA – SANTUARIO DE LLUC. 13 Km. +1.051m/–670m

Continuing our theme to traverse the Serra, this walk takes us on part of the GR221 – Cami des Ninot to Fartaritx, Coll de Fartarix, following the ascent to Puig Tormir and then, we will walk down to Pas de Cable. It is a hill walk that does not have any technical climbing though there is a cable with good support & grips. Apart from here the terrain incline is quite steep & caution is required. We continue through Coll des Pedregaret, Coll Pelat descending to Santuario de Luc, a pilgrimage monastery with a statue of the Virgen revered by the locals. Dinner and accommodation in Puerto de Soller.

LEVEL B. POLLENSA – PUIG DE CA. 13 Km. +800m/–800m

Continuing our theme to traverse the Serra de Tramuntana, this walk takes us on part of the GR221 following the "Cami des Ninot to Fartaritx" until reaching the "Coll de Fartarix"; with stunning views.
Now, we descend the reverse route back around the "Puig de Ca" peak. From the summit, we have rewarding views of the whole of Pollensa Bay. Now, we return to the "Coll de Miner"; pass and from there, down the track to the Fartarix farm. Dinner and accommodation in Puerto de Soller.

Día 4

Descripción:

Breakfast

LEVEL A. SUMMITS OF DE SA RATETA (1113m), NA FRANQUESA (1067m) & PUIG L’OFRE (1093m) –BINIARAIX GORGE – SOLLER. 19,5 Km. +650m/–840m

The longest of our walks is this one but it is also the most beautiful. Starting in Escorca, this route takes us through the heart of the Serra with sights of the highest peak of the island the imperious Puig Major, 1,436m. Along the way, we also will get sight of the Gorg Blau Reservoir & Cuber Reservoir. We will begin our ascent to these three magnificent peaks taking advantage of the paths that made the Margers, with amazing views from the three summits, a 360º panoramic of the whole island. From the Coll de L’Ofre we begin the descent toward Barranc de Biniaraix & on to Soller. Dinner and accommodation in Puerto de Soller.

LEVEL B. SUMMITS OF DE SA RATETA (1113m), NA FRANQUESA (1067m) & PUIG L’OFRE (1093m). 13 Km +650m/-650m

Starting in Escorca, this route takes us through the heart of the Serra with sights of the highest peak of the island the imperious Puig Major, 1,436m. Along the way, we also will get sight of the Gorg Blau Reservoir & Cuber Reservoir. We will begin our ascent to these three magnificent peaks taking advantage of the paths that made the Margers, with amazing views from the three summits, a 360º panoramic of the whole island. After lunch, we will take the GR path and return to the car park. Dinner and accommodation in Puerto de Soller.

Día 5

Descripción:

Breakfast.

LEVEL A. VALLDEMOSSA – PUIG DES TEIX – VALLDEMOSSA. 13 KM. + 800m/–800m

We begin the route in the town of Valldemossa, ascending along the "Cami del Arxiduc" to reach the summit of Puig Des Teix with stunning views. From here, we continue until arriving close to the Puig de Gros summit and then to Puig Caragoli, from where we will contemplate the stunning views towards the North coast and the population of Deia. Now, we begin the descent to Valldemossa following the GR 221 or "Coma des Cairats", which is also the access to the refuge of the same name. In Valldemossa, we will try the traditional "coca de patata" (a recipe of flour, gourd, potatoes baked in ball shapes, jealously guarded secret of the bakers). Dinner and accommodation in Puerto de Soller.

LEVEL B. VALLDEMOSSA – PUIG DE ES CARAGOLI. 11,5 Km. +700m/–700m

We begin the route in the town of Valldemossa, ascending along the "Cami del Arxiduc" until arriving close to the Puig de Gros summit and then to Puig Caragoli, from where we will contemplate the stunning views towards the North coast and the population of Deia. Now, we begin the descent to Valldemossa following the GR 221 or "Coma des Cairats", which is also the access to the refuge of the same name. In Valldemossa, we will try the traditional "coca de patata" (a recipe of flour, gourd, potatoes baked in ball shapes, jealously guarded secret of the bakers). Dinner and accommodation in Puerto de Soller.

Día 6

Descripción:

Breakfast.

LEVEL A. HIKE TO PUIG GALATZO SUMMIT. 11 Km. + 900m/–900m

We finish our travers of the Serra de Tramuntana through woods of holm oak. Along the way we can see where & how the people mined coal. Our path takes us to the peak of Puig de Galatzo, 1.027 Mt.
This is a mythical place, steeped in legends about the figure El Comte Mal. Dinner and accommodation in Puerto de Soller.

LEVEL B. HIKE AROUND PUIG GALATZO SUMMIT. 11 Km. + 525m/–525m

The same route that Level A but not reaching the summit. Dinner and accommodation in Puerto de Soller.

Día 7

Descripción:

Breakfast and transfer back to Palma de Mallorca airport.

Possibility of extending hotel stay with supplement

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Condiciones de reserva

TERMS CONDITIONS

TOUR GROUPS

The minimum number necessary to complete a tour is 8 clients. They may all be from a Walking Club or a group of friends or just a number of individuals who wish to book a tour. To ensure the safety of each member of the tour & their enjoyment of the walks, clients must inform the tour company of their competence level A or B. This should be done at the time the client is discussing the reservation with the tour company. Each route has been designed to the commonly used competency standards of hillwalking clubs members of Mountaineering, Ireland.

WALKERS LEVELS

Tour groups may be composed of walkers of all similar levels or a mix of different levels both of fitness & experience. As indicated above, clubs & individuals should make their level known to the tour company well in advance so that the walks offered in the tour fit the appropriate levels. While minor adjustments may be made during the tour, it is best for the enjoyment of all to divide the group into different competence levels & walk the route best suited to their abilities. Clearly dividing groups into levels requires a dedicated guide to each group & there is an associated cost. In that regard, it is necessary to have a minimum number of 4 for each such group. If individuals are making up less than four wishes to undertake the route, the tour company will charge them the cost of the Guide, which will be divided among them.

TOUR STRUCTURE

The tour company reserves the right to make changes to the structure of the tour program in advance of the tour start date where it considers it necessary to do so & will consult with the clients in advance. The circumstances where changes may be required may include weather conditions, flight/airport connection changes, cost increases of hotels, transport, guides or such other events that are material to the company not incurring a financial loss.

DEPOSIT

A deposit of €300 is required to reserve a place on tour. The Deposit should be paid immediately to ensure that the tour company Rumbo a Picos can confirm your reservation & to ensure that the minimum number required to run the tour has been reached.

FINAL PAYMENT

Final payment must be made not later than 30 days before the tour start date.

CANCELLATION POLICY

- The tour company Rumbo a Picos reserves the right to cancel the tour if there are not the minimum number of participants, up to 30 days prior to the tour start date. In the event of such cancellation, participants shall be refunded 100% of the payments they have made to the tour company Rumbo a Picos. The refund shall be made by Bank Transfer to the client’s bank account within 7 days of the notified cancellation.
- If the client cancels his/her booking prior to the tour start date, to cover the tour company’s costs & administrative expenses the company will retain for a cancellation prior to 90days/€50, 60days/€100, 30days/€150 and will refund to the client all other payments received by the company from the client.
- If the client cancels his/her booking within 30 days of the tour start date, the tour company will not make any refund to the client.
- The tour company reserves the right to modify the tour program & the itinerary in the event of circumstances outside of its control such as Force Majure, severe or unsuitable weather or any other circumstances it considers necessary to ensure the safety of the tour participants.
- If a participant decides to abandon the tour for whatever reason, he/she should inform the Guide in writing of their decision. Any related expenses must be paid by the participant.

INSURANCES

INSURANCE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE.

This insurance covers exclusively the risks related to your hiking activities with us and as a passenger in our company transport foreseen in the trip. It does not cover
travel insurance.
All customers must have travel and medical insurance. They should bring a copy with them, and give it to the Rumbo a Picos leading guides at the start of the trip. Your insurance should include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, evacuation/repatriation, your baggage and equipment and
travel cancellation expenses.
You must also carry with you your E111 card and make sure that it is “in date”.

PAYMENT PROCESS

Payment may be made by Credit card payment or Bank transfer To make the reservation, send an email quoting your name & the tour reference number to Jose Miquel Real at Rumbo a Picos – email info@rumboapicos.com stating that you wish to make the reservation and indicating how you want to make the payment (by Credit Card or bank transfer).

Jose Miguel will send each customer an email with the booking confirmation and a link to make the payment by Virtual POS or the bank transfer details.

TOUR ORGANISERS CONTACT DETAILS

Organiser & Development Adviser
Kevin Heery
3 Barr na gCurrach, Furbo, Co Galway, Ireland
Tel. ROI (00353) 87 2248694 – email: biznezdevelop@gmail.com

Tour company:
José Miguel Real
Email:                       info@rumboapicos.com
Website:                  https://www.rumboapicos.com/en/
Address:                  Estación de Feve s/n, 33500 Llanes (Asturias), España
Phone:                      +34 985 401 458 or +34 610 528 11