Updated Feb 2, 2026

— General Itinerary

1. The trip is primarily for cycling but for those of you that would like to do some swimming or running as well, the hotel we are staying at has two outdoor pools. In addition, there is an Olympic Pool just around the corner that you can walk to.  We are also very close to the beach, but you will need a wet suit for the sea as it is not yet warm. Just remember we are on the island to ride our bikes so do not overdo it doing other things.

2. There are no follow cars and no short-cuts on the rides we do and without a guide you will have difficulty getting home without getting lost, so it is important to pace yourself. You can change groups from day to day if you want to vary your intensity (discuss with your guide if you want to go up a level).

3.  All rides with a guide require an 8 Euro ticket/day. You will need 5 tickets in total if you ride every day; they can be purchased all at once at check-in or daily and are given to your guide during the lunch break. You can purchase the tickets with cash or credit card. Tickets not used can be fully refunded. 

4. You have the choice to be in one of 4 guided groups based on your cycling ability. These were outlined in the application. Be familiar with the names. You also have to option to download a route and ride on your own and be a “Tourist”. Please note that all E-bikes are in the Easy Rider group unless directed otherwise by a guide.  

5. Routes/daily destinations shown below may change based on weather or at the guides discretion.

6. Routes are provided using www.ridewithgps.com. The routes are available to download for review but please understand that regardless of these posted routes, you must FOLLOW THE GUIDE at all times as routes can change. We do not recommend using the turn-by-turn feature when riding with a guide.

— Level of Cycling Ability:        

Average Speed is based on what you can do at home.  

Stu’s Group – GUIDED - Advanced, Avg Speed 20+mph

                                           Peloton – GUIDED - Enthusiast, Avg Speed 16-18+mph

                                           Grupetto – GUIDED - Novice, Group - Avg Speed 14-16mph

                                           Easy Riders – GUIDED - Beginner, Avg Speed 10-14mph Includes ALL E-Bikes

                                        Tourist – SELF-GUIDED - For everyone, can be solo or small group, unsupported

 — Travel Day - Friday, April 24

Final Day to Depart USA for Spain

— Day 1 – Saturday, April 25 - Arrive and Recover

Shuttle service to the hotel at the south end of the island is provided by an independent carrier hired by our hosts, Rompelberg Cycling Holidays (RCH). The shuttle service does NOT work for the hotel. It will not be immediate. You may have to wait for a while. Your shuttle pickup time and location are here in the Road Book under Shuttle Schedule. Look for others in your group – hint, they will be speaking English. If you are significantly delayed and late arriving, it will not be possible for the shuttle to wait just for you when required, I will authorize you to get a taxi, the hotel is approx. 15 minutes from the airport and costs about 20 Euro. Keep your receipt, you will be reimbursed.

If you choose to take a taxi and skip out on waiting for your shuttle without authorization, you will not be reimbursed.

Almost everyone will be arriving between mid-morning to early evening and checking into the Playa de Palma Suites and Spa. Rooms are reserved under your individual names. You will be greeted by one of our staff in the lobby so keep an eye out for them, they will be wearing something that says PARVILLA TRAVEL.

At the Suites and Spa, money is not used at the bars or in the dining room. Everything is billed to your room which will require that you provide a credit card at checking in. If you are sharing a room with a friend, you can split any room charges you have at check out.

Registration and bike pick-up may be available from 3-6pm for those that arrive early. If you arrive after 5pm, bike pick-up will be immediately after breakfast on Sunday. We will explain where the office and bike garage are located when we greet you at check-in.

 — Day 2 - Sunday, April 26 – Shake Out Ride

A large buffet breakfast awaits every morning starting at 7:30am in the dining room. Juice and coffee are included. Do NOT bring water bottles to breakfast or dinner. It is highly frowned upon. Please do not wear your cycling clothing to breakfast. You will see others do it, however, we would like to set an example and look a bit more orderly and wear street clothes. Walking shorts for men are fine at breakfast, long pants for men are required at dinner. 

Registration and bike pick-up will begin after breakfast around 9:00am at the Rompelberg (RCH) office for those still needing to collect their bikes.

Bicycles must be kept in the bike garage when not in use. Locks are required to secure the bikes which will be given to you when you get your bike. DO NOT LOSE THE KEY. Bicycles are NOT allowed in the hotel lobby, pool area or your hotel rooms for any reason. Cycling shoes are not to be worn inside the hotel as they can damage the floors.

11:00am – There will be a short welcome meeting to go over a few details followed by a shake-out ride for our group to Calipi. It will be leave once everyone has their bikes. We will break into two groups of approx. 15. This ride is to help you in your group selection for the rest of the week. If you are unsure, ask Stu. Rides get back around 3-4pm. Lunch is not provided, bring money or a credit card for a sandwich or cake at the lunch stop. Lunch stop will be about an hour (30 minutes longer than usual)

4:00pm – After the ride you can hang out at the pool or check out the Spa. We will also stop at La Terraza pub on the way back for a drink!  Dinner starts at 7:00pm and free time follows until you retire for the evening.

Everyone – Cala Pi: 35 miles, 988 ft

— Day 3 - Monday, April 27

10:00am - Group rides leaving from the front of the Suites and Spa with RBH guides. This is the first day that you will break into groups based on your ability. Not to worry, if you are still not sure what group you should be in, we will help you in your group selection. All E-bikes are in Easy Rider group. 

Rides get back around 4pm. Lunch is not provided, bring money for a sandwich or cake at the lunch stop.

Peloton – Pina, Sineu: 65 miles, 2028 ft

Grupetto – St Joan, Porreres: 54 miles, 2209 ft

Easy Riders - Llucmajor: 34 miles, 1027 ft

— Day 4 - Tuesday, April 28 - EPIC RIDE DAY 1

10:00am - Group rides leaving from in front of the Suites and Spa with RBH guides. This is the first big ride to the northern tip of the island. The views are AMAZING! There is a LOT of climbing, but it is well worth it. Always be prepared for wind. Lunch is not provided, bring money for a sandwich at the coffee stop.

Peloton – Andratx PLUS: 84 miles, 5900 ft

Grupetto – Andratx: 71 miles, 4900 ft

Easy Riders - Randa: 37 miles, 2167 ft

— Day 5 - Wednesday, April 29 - SCHEDULED OFF DAY

There are no guided rides today. You are welcome to download a route and explore on your own or…

10:00am – Stu’s group - For those that can handle my pace, it will be a casual ride to Bunyola for coffee followed by a climb up to col de Honor and col de Orient. 

Peloton – Col de Honor: 64 miles, 3270 ft

— Day 6 - Thursday, April 30 – EPIC RIDE DAY 2

10:00am - Today is the “Queen Stage of the South” for everyone! For many of you this will be the biggest climbing day you have ever done. It is truly EPIC! This is a huge day for Grupetto and Easy Rider groups too so make sure you eat just a bit more at breakfast. The views are amazing so make sure you stop for pictures.

Peloton – Sa Calobra: 89 miles, 6050 ft

Grupetto – Coll de Orient: 62 miles, 3409 ft

Easy Riders – Coll de Soller: 46 miles, 2400 ft

— Day 7 - Friday, May 1

10:00am – Group rides leaving from in front of the Suites and Spa with RBH guides. This is an inland, rolling flat Mallorca day to give the legs a break. Look for the tail wind home! Remember, lunch is not provided, bring money for a sandwich or cake at the lunch stop.

Peloton – St Joan: 54 miles, 2209 ft

Grupetto – Cala Pi, Sa Rapita: 52 miles, 1161 ft

Easy Riders – Santa Maria: 37 miles, 1347 ft

Optional Day Off – Highly Recommended - Sight see or go to the beach.

— Day 8 - Saturday, May 2

9:00am – There are no guides today so there are a couple of options. You can download a route and go for a ride on your own or for those in Peleton or Stu’s group, we are heading back to the mountains to tackle the highest Coll on the island. This is a long day so expect to be gone until late afternoon. Lunch is not provided, bring money for a sandwich at the coffee stop.

Peloton – Puig Major: 101 miles, 7490 ft

Optional Day Off – Highly Recommended - Sight see or go to the beach.

3:00-6:30pm Rental bikes must be returned at the end of the ride and before dinner.

— Day 9 - Sunday, May 3 – Homeward bound!

Hotel Check out is no later than 11:00am. Time to head home. Make sure you know your shuttle PU time. Please meet in front of the hotel 10 minutes BEFORE your pickup time.