Made In Mallorca Shopping Tour
Mallorca, Spain
From USD 69.96
Office phone number: +34 717 702 820
Made In Mallorca Shopping Tour
Mallorca, Spain
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Join us for a stroll around the old town of Palma and discover the culture and traditions of Mallorca through its handicrafts. We’ll take you to hidden, centuries-old shops off the tourist trail, where you’ll meet the local artisans leading the way in creating a wide variety of local products, including straw baskets, footwear, pottery and pearl jewellery. Not only will you pick up some wonderfully authentic souvenirs and support local entrepreneurs, but we’ll also treat you to a typical Mallorcan snack and we’ll teach you a thing or two about the fascinating history of our beautiful island.
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Highlights
- Wander through back alleys and uncover hidden shops that have stood for centuries selling local, handcrafted goods
- Shop for handmade souvenirs to take back home, such as authentic Mallorcan pearls, wicker products and pretty pottery
- Meet and support local entrepreneurs and artisans who are single-handedly keeping the old handicraft traditions of the island alive
- Snack on a much loved local sandwich, known as a llonguet
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:
- We take travellers to small family owned stores that have been around for generations ensuring that local people benefit from tourism to the island.
- We support the conservation of old craft making traditions, like artisan shoe-making, basket weaving and pottery that are particular to Mallorca.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Meeting point:
Plaça Sant Francesc, in front of the Sant Francesc Church in Palma
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- Starting time: 10.00 AM
- Ending point:
Passeig Del Born, a famous tree-lined promenade packed with shops, restaurants and bars.
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, a typical snack from Mallorca (such as a llonguet).
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Mallorca boasts an enviable handicraft culture that has endured thanks to the proud local craftsmen and women that keep the old craft-making traditions alive.
On your shopping tour, we’ll visit a number of stores that have been around for over 100 years, many of which are still family-owned and operated and specialise in unique goods made right here in Mallorca.
Our first stop will be in the atmospheric Jewish neighbourhood, where we will visit a pearl shop and learn why Mallorcan pearls are so popular.
Our discovery of local products continues with a stop to appreciate the many varieties of traditional baskets and other delightful wicker products that are all made locally.
As we stroll through the narrow old streets we will arrive at a footwear store to learn about the different types of shoes of the Balearic Islands, their history and their traditional use.
From there we’ll visit a pottery shop where you will discover the pots, pans, casseroles, fruit platters, hot pots, oil bottles, jars, jugs, and ladles, all made with earth in the charming village of Pòrtol, at a factory that has been run by the same family for five generations.
A journey through the most famous products of Mallorca would not be complete without a food experience! We will stop at one of the oldest bakeries in town where you will taste the famous llonguet, the Mallorcan sandwich made with sobrassada or cheese.
After our Made in Mallorca tour ends, don’t forget to ask your local guide for tips on which restaurants to visit and which secret local spots to discover.
Please note that this itinerary is subject to change. As most of the shops we visit are small, family-owned businesses, they sometimes unexpectedly close or alter their hours for the day. In such a case, we'll visit other nearby shops or attractions that still keep with the theme and essence of the tour.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, a typical snack from Mallorca (such as a llonguet).
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 9 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Closure of sites: This tour includes visits to independent, family-run businesses, which may sometimes unexpectedly close or alter their hours for the day. In such case, we'll visit other nearby shops or attractions that still keep with the theme and essence of our tour.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and some other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@mallorcaurbanadventures.com Please note that the bakery we visit is unable to cater for gluten-free customers.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +34 717 702 820
Email address: info@mallorcaurbanadventures.com
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