Travel to the island of Mallorca and arrive in Ruberts, where you’ll stay for four nights. Breathe in the country atmosphere surrounded by vineyards, apricot and almond orchards and citrus groves. Rest, relax and get ready for a splendid week of cycling.

Start off cycling through beautiful vineyards and olive groves to historic Sineu, with its impressive Gothic church, narrow lanes and lively terraces. Pedal to Petra and pause at the monastery and museum dedicated to Padre Serra, the European ‘founder’ of California. The hilltop chapel of Bonnay makes a prime spot for lunch and the last section of your route takes quiet country roads and dirt tracks back to the hotel.

Challenge: 41-48 km, 235/420 m ascent/descent

Cross the Palma-Inca highway and traverse almond and olive orchards on the slopes of the Serra de Tramuntana. Stop in Alaró to see the lovely castle then skip 3km in traffic by taking ancient footpaths to Binissalem, with one short non-cyclable section. Circling back, you ‘sail down’ a lovely inland road and wind through authentic farmland past impressive estates and ancient villages.

Challenge: 26-51 km, 75/250 m ascent/descent

Classic Mallorquin windmills mark the way today as you turn south. Choice of visiting three different chapels on the 450m ascent up Puig de Randa or taking a gentler route directly to Llucmajor to skirt the Puig. Toward the end, a dirt track leads to Montuiri then you cycle back to your hotel.

Challenge: 45-56 km, 325/570 m ascent/descent

Bid farewell to your kind hosts at Son Jordá and ride north to Costitx and Llubí on a fairly relaxed tour. From Campanet, you pedal into a quiet valley of carob and almonds groves. Approaching Pollença you endure 2km on a busy main road and are rewarded on arrival at your comfortable charming accommodation.

Challenge: 45 km, 235 m ascent, 335 m descent

Trek to the tourist mecca of Sa Pobla with an optional detour via Muro and Santa Margalida. Marvel at typical Mallorcan landscapes with windmills and fields of artichokes. Then get lost in a tiny yet beautiful corner of the world, the peaceful marshlands at S’Albufera ideal for spotting an array of water birds.

Challenge: 42-68 km, 175/275 m ascent/descent

Today you can opt for an easy ride to gorgeous north coast beaches or a strenuous ascent to Lluc Monastery, especially tough in hot weather or weekend traffic.

Challenge: 15.5-46 km, 50/325 m ascent/descent

Your cycling trip comes to an end this morning after breakfast. Departure from the island or extra nights in the capital, Palma de Mallorca.