Walking the Coastal Trails of Menorca

Walking the Coastal Trails of Menorca

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Walking the Coastal Trails of Menorca

8 Days Starting and ending in Ciutadella

Visiting: Ciutadella, Santa Galdana, Fornells, Punta prima, Camí de sa Cala Sant Esteve, Mahón, Santo Tomas, Son Xoriguer

Tour operator:

Exodus

Tour code:

W07MN

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

Leisurely

Age range:

15 to 99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:
English
Interests:

Beach Tours, History

Activities:

Trekking, Walking

This tour is no longer available

Tour Overview

There's a sense of peace and tranquillity on beautiful Menorca, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and home to the greatest concentration of prehistoric sites anywhere in Western Europe. More sparsely populated than any other Balearic island and only a fifth of the size of Mallorca, it has more beaches than Mallorca and Ibiza combined! The island has been claimed in turn by many armies, all desperate to control the capital Mahon, set on the Mediterranean's most perfect natural harbour.

Highlights

  • Stunning coastal scenery, lush countryside and gentle walking trails

  • Menorca, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

  • Fabulous flora: sea lavender, golden asphodels and serapia orchids

  • Rich in cultural history: prehistoric settlements, fortresses, castles and watchtowers

  • Beautiful Spanish finca hotel with panoramic pool and sun terrace

  • Golden-sand beaches, sparkling azure bays and turquoise seas

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive In Ciutadella
Location: Ciutadella
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Morvedra Nou
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

On arrival in Mahon drive to the hotel in time for a relaxing swim before
dinner. 

Day 2 : Santa Galdana Bays Walk
Location: Santa Galdana
Meals Included: Breakfast

Starting in Santa Galdana and winding along coastal paths dotted with pink
orchids and gladioli, this walk takes you over three breezy headlands which
dip down to pine fringed beaches before arriving at Cala Turqueta, named as
such for its shimmering turquoise water. after a picnic in the shade, return
to Santa Galdana to end your walk, or stroll via the country lanes back to
the hotel, before getting a taxi back to collect the car.

Day 3 : North Coast Trail
Location: Fornells
Meals Included: Breakfast

The dramatic red and purple rocks of the north stand in real contrast to the
bays of the south. From a poppy-strewn headland, the Cami de Cavalls lead
along a series of beautiful lonely windswept beaches, before a farm track
loops back inland through a host of golden asphodels. on the way back,
perhaps stop for a drink at Fornells, a chic village with a pretty port, or
drive up Monte Toro (357m) for panoramic views of the entire island!

Day 4 : Punta Prima To Sant Esteve
Location: Punta prima, Camí de sa Cala Sant Esteve
Meals Included: Breakfast

You can taste the sea salt in the air along this stunning coastal path
leading to Torre d'Alcaufar, a restored lookout tower. Perhaps enjoy lunch in
Alcaufar, before the Cami de Cavalls leads you past fig trees and fortified
farmhouses to the fortress of Sant Esteve, set on a tiny harbour. Continue on
to a local cafe where they will call you a taxi to return to your car. Relax
with a swim in the hotel pool before dinner.

Day 5 : Ciutadella Or Mahon Walks
Location: Mahón, Ciutadella
Meals Included: Breakfast

The cities at either end of Menorca make fascinating days out, and we provide
walking notes for both. Mahon's natural harbour is big enough to shelter an
entire fleet of ships and forms the backdrop to some impressive Georgian
English architecture. In Ciutadella, the plazas, fountains, palm trees,
cobbled alleys and Spanish Palaces are steeped in history. Perhaps treat
yourself to a seafood lunch looking out over the attractive harbour.

Day 6 : Caves And Coast Walk
Location: Santo Tomas
Meals Included: Breakfast

From the golden sand beaches of Sant Tomas on the south coast, a path lined
with white cistus and yellow crown daisies leads between lush terraces to the
Cueva des Coloms, a gigantic limestone cave, perfect for a cooling picnic in
the shade. From the top of the valley a pine scented track leads you back
down to the beach for a swim. On returning to the hotel, relax on your
terrace with a cold drink and take in the beautiful sunset.

Day 7 : Son Xoriguer
Location: Son Xoriguer, Ciutadella
Meals Included: Breakfast

Today's route takes you back down to the south coast and across low creamy
rocks covered in bright yellow seapoppy, wild thyme and pink cistus. Lunch by
the sea in Son Xoriguer, there are masses of swimming options along the way,
then head back via the enchanting former capital, Ciutadella.

Day 8 : Leave Ciutadella
Location: Ciutadella
Meals Included: Breakfast

LEAVE CIUTADELLA

What's Included

  • All continental breakfasts and one evening meal

  • GPX files available

  • Route notes and maps provided 

  • Hire car (on flight inclusive packages)

  • Route directions and maps provided

  • Hire car (included when booking a flight-inclusive package)

  • Meals

    8 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 1 dinners.

What's Not Included

  • Hire car on land only packages (available for a supplement)

  • Evening meals available on subsequent nights (available for a supplement)

  • Single supplements

  • Visas and vaccinations

  • Travel insurance

  • Hire car on land only packages (available at a supplement)

Accommodation

Your base is an elegantly converted 17th century Spanish finca, the Morvedra Nou Hotel near Ciutadella, the island's former capital in the south west. It's run by Victoria Bendito, the granddaughter of the original farm owner. The tastefully decorated rooms all have garden terraces and are located within the converted stables. The lovely pool terrace is a perfect place for relaxation with panoramic views over pretty fields all the way to the sea.

Food

All breakfasts included and evening meal on first night included. Menorcan cuisine is Mediterranean, based on fresh natural ingredients from land and sea. Fresh fish, shellfish and lobster are often incorporated into a stew such as the famous “/caldereta”/ - lobster stew, for which Fornells is particularly renowned. Farmhouse cheeses made in local farms have a /‘denomination of origin’/ here and are very tasty. Meat from the island farms is also delicious, often made into chorizo style sausages and served for breakfast. Cuisine has been influenced by the French, who changed the way the Menorcans made their bread. The original recipe for mayonnaise comes from Menorca and following the French conquest of Menorca was introduced to the court of Louis XV and became the international known food it is today. 

Check out our Q&As

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    No

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Age 15+ people can jpin this tour.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

Reviews of this Operator

Gergana Racheva  

Very helpful and prompt service

06-Jan-2023

Very helpful and prompt service. I called to check for an already booked trip and once we sorted this, the agent was ready to help me with another booking as well. He actually waited for me to book my flight tickets, answered all my questions, informed me of all my options. Exodus is a tour company I am using regularly due to the quality of their trips, ease of booking and helpfulness of their customer service team

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Tim Hardy  

Stunning walking. Walking the Amalfi Coast

04-Nov-2021

This trip takes you through the most beautiful parts of the Mediterranean walking with a guide and also discovering the wonders of Pompeii and Vesuvius. The hotel had a nice feel as family run, spotless and comfortable rooms, we were well looked after for breakfasts and dinner each day, and the barmen fixed some mean cocktails for us.!

Paul Green  

It's amazing what you can do in a week! Cycling the Dalmatian Coast.

08-Oct-2021

This holiday was extremely enjoyable. The itinerary is well planned and the route takes you to a variety of destinations. Not having been to Croatia before I didn't know there were so many beautiful small islands and I loved the ferry and catarmaran rides. The coastal route we took was dramatic and the World Heritage sites in Split and Dubrovnik very interesting and worth visiting. The Adriatic Sea was warm, blue and inviting, good for swimming even in October. The hotels we stayed in varied in size from medium to large. I particularly liked the one just outside Dubrovnik as I had a sea view. Tourists were plentiful in Split and Dubrovnik but in the other places we stayed there was an end of season feel and it was quiet on the roads and in the resorts. The food was good and our guide was always able to recommend a nice restaurant for our evening meal. The weather in October was good for cycling - not hot, partly cloudy most days and one day it rained!

Mrs Y Morrison  

Fabulous company and trip

06-Jan-2023

We went overland from Cape Town to Zimbabwe through Botswana and Namibia. What a fantastic trip. Our first time with Exodus although we have travelled extensively around the world. We would highly recommend this company for such a brilliant trip - we got everything and more all at a good price. Thanks to everyone involved. We are looking at our next trip!

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John Edwards (Google Reviewer)  

I went cycling in Albania...

19-Aug-2023

I went cycling in Albania with exodus as my first holiday with them. Such a well organised and wonderful experience where I met multiple fellow travellers who have been advocates of them for many years. You can't argue with happy repeat customers and I'm planning my next adventure with them soon

Rob Burridge (Google Reviewer)  

I'v just come back from...

17-Jul-2022

I'v just come back from an amazing Wildlife & Wilderness trip in Botswana and I highly recommend Exodus Travels. Our guide Brian, was extremely knowledgeable on both the wildlife and history of Botswana and neighbouring countries. The other three staff, Abbis, Chief & Mr T, who accompanied us through out our 2 week trip, put in the hard work and made sure our camp was always prepared and that we we're well fed and looked after. The tour took us to some beautiful places and we saw some amazing wildlife, and on several occasions this was due to Brian's knowledge of the area and wildlife behaviour. Exodus have been very quick to respond to any queries I had, and the whole experience ran smoothly. I was also pleased to hear that during lockdown they provided staff with food packages 👍. I'd normally go on self organised trips, however, with this trip, the tour and guide Brian took us to places not possible otherwise and showed us things that we would'v missed out on. All of which were the highlights of the tour.

Daphne Partridge (Google Reviewer)  

After 14 roup adventure holidays...

26-Nov-2023

After 14 roup adventure holidays with Exofus we would not hesitate to recommend them as an excitingholiday company. They take you off the beaten track but offer great support and expertise :)

Alison Payton (Google Reviewer)  

I've done 8 trips in...

17-May-2023

I've done 8 trips in the last 14 years with Exodus, and have been rewarded with a 10% discount on all future bookings. I feel very confident that I'll receive pleasant, efficient service, and have the unusual holiday experience that I'm looking for each time. I've trekked to the top of snow-capped peaks, wild-camped in the desert, seen amazing spectacles of nature, visited 4 capital cities in a week, and learned about local culture and experienced local hospitality in a way that I simply wouldn't on a conventional holiday. The quality of the accommodation and guides can vary, but this is mainly down to cultural differences and things that Exodus can't control. I've only ever complained once, my complaint was taken seriously, and I was sent a discount voucher - you can't say fairer than that. I remain a loyal customer.

Jacquelyn Moore (Google Reviewer)  

Food came quickly. Staff very...

07-Mar-2024

Food came quickly. Staff very friendly and polite . However the chef or person preparing the food did not seem to read the menu! If it says a meal should come with vegetables, you should not have to ask for them. They served shepherds pie with garlic bread! The munchies ice cream sundae said it should come in a glass with a flake but came in a little bowl with just a few munchies! When asking the staff were happy to replace and correct but customer should get what they order and what menu says first time round!!

johanna leonor (Google Reviewer)  

If you like to be...

07-Sep-2023

If you like to be mistreated Exodus is perfect for you. If you enjoy terrible choices for hotels and pseudo restaurants Exodus is perfect for you. Careless about their clients and loveless about their propositions. Exodus has been a dissatisfaction and disappointment about every dealing i and my group have had with him. Especially a man called Simone who just cares about the money he can get from you couldn’t care less about service.

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  • Low Deposit

    Exodus requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of exodus charges.

    Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

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