Mediterranean archipelago
Annually millions of tourists pay a visit to the archipelago in the Balearic sea. Collectively known as the Balearics, they are home to gliding hills, crumbling heritage sites, isolated coves, and leafy terraces. Primary tourist destinations within these islands are Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca, and Formentera. The driving force behind the islands’ appeal is has been their lush countryside, Mediterranean cuisine, fabulous hotels, bars, pristine waters, and platinum beaches.
Most new visitors to the Balearic make pitstops at the four most popular islands and think they have seen it all. They erroneously fail to conceive that the Balearics is so rich in content that it requires detailed insight from an experienced guide to explore the islands within a short stay. Our itinerary for a 7 day trip in the Balearics will help unmask the Mediterranean archipelago a little bit more.
Day 1 & 2: The Island of Mallorca
Spending your third day in Mallorca is a great way to experience the contrasting nature of the Balearics. Mallorca is vibrant with sunny personalities, beautiful hill villages, dazzling scenery, and remote mountains, unlike its laid-back neighbor. A must-do for any trip to Mallorca is to hike or cycle the Serra de Tramontana mountain.
Day 3 & 4: The Island of Formentera
Radiating an aura of placidity, the thinly populated island of Formentera is one of the smallest and prettiest islands in the Balearics. This small island possesses an endless retinue of places to visit, including the Guardiola defense tower, Sa Bassa de S’Espalmador, Sa Torreta and Bocs coves, the Chapel of Sa Tanca Vella, and the natural mud baths of the salt plain.
Day 4 & 5: The Island of Ibiza
Its hedonist history is arguably the key reason this Balearic island became one of the most popular destinations for holidaymakers. This does not remove the raw, rural beauty that permeates this island once you go past the upscale districts, festive beaches, and till-dawn parties.
Ibiza, a UNESCO world heritage site, is a bucolic beauty with rich ecosystems. This protected archipelago features flora indigenous to the island and the Mediterranean region. Among these is Neptune Grass, a protected plant that gives the island its verdant look. Scuba diving trips will allow you to explore this plant, known to locals as the flor de Posidonia Oceanica.
Day 6 & 7: The Island of Minorca (Menorca)
Minorca is an ideal place to spend your last two days and clear off any hangovers from your stay in Ibiza. Peppered with Georgian architecture, historical monuments, rocky caves, coastlines with pine trees, aqua bays called Calas, and long stretches of sandy beaches, Minorca is beautiful.
Planning Your Trip
You need a charter yacht and a travel guide for a complete trip to the Balearics that takes you through popular and hidden islands and islets. Boatsters can help you prepare for your 7 days trip in the Balearics. We can help you book a suitable yacht charter and plan every aspect of your journey to the wondrous Mediterranean archipelago.