Sample Spain Yacht Charter Itinerary - Balearic Islands

Day 1: Join your luxury charter yacht in Mallorca (Majorca), Spain, the largest of the Balearic Islands. Palma de Majorca, the capital, is steeped in history and stunning architecture, with music bars and pubs that have a bohemian charm. Walk to the Old Town, an area of narrow city streets crisscrossed by winding lanes that is close to the most important monuments in the city such as the Cathedral. Overnight.

	Read an article about chartering in the Balearic Islands, and featuring Northrop & Johnson Worldwide Yacht Charters: Power & Motoryacht Magazine (Oct. 1998) - 'Islands of the Sun'

Day 2:  Cruise aboard your crewed charter yacht to Puerto de Andratx,  an inviting little fishing port lodged in a small and narrow bay from which you can reach the Cabo de Sa Mola and see cliffs sharply falling into the sea. Take a swim and relax before lunch. Cruise up past the island of Dragonera, on the way to Sóller. Overnight.

Day 3: Sóller shares its valley with the village of Fornalutx and the hamlet of Biniaraix.  The valley is famous for its orange groves and terraces of ancient olive trees. The valley and its surrounding mountain range, the 'Serra de Tramuntana', is a favorite destination for people from all over the world, especially those who enjoy walking, nature, ecotourism, and swimming.  After lunch, point your charter yacht towards Pollensa.  Overnight.

Day 4: The city of Pollenca, a favorite for artists, is an old fishing port with a beautiful long and narrow bay. At the tip of the peninsula is Cap Formentor, an area with breathtaking views. After lunch, cruise aboard your charter yacht to the other side of the bay.  Explore the oldest city of the island, Alcudia, founded by the Phoenicians and once the capital of Majorca. Cross over to Menorca (21 nm).

Day 5:  Wake early for a walk around the historic harbor town of Ciudadela. The dockside cafés and restaurants of the natural harbor on Mahon on the southeast coast buzz with activity. Meanwhile you can also find total tranquility in the sheltered inlet at Addaya or in one of the many coves within the Bah’a de Fornells. Spend the day sailing your charter yacht to explore the area and choose a secluded cove to overnight.

Day 6: Leave early for a yacht cruise to Porto Cristo to anchor for lunch.  This area is famous for the caves discovered by Mea Martel in 1896, also favored by the kings of Mallorca for their summer holidays.  Continue on to the Island of Formentera to overnight.

Day 7: Formentera lies a few miles to the south of Ibiza. With its palm-fringed sandy beaches and clear, turquoise waters, this island is reminiscent of the Caribbean when the temperatures really rise in the summer. The long sandy spit of Illetas on the north side of the island is a favorite anchorage with magnificent views across the straits.

Day 8: Sail to Ibiza,  a busy seaside town by day with the liveliest nightlife available by night. Ibiza town has excellent shopping, restaurants, and bars.  Disembark to complete your luxury yacht charter.

"We felt like we were discovering a whole new part of the world. There are so many lovely anchorages and harbors. Ibeza was our favorite with the little white houses. We look forward to chartering there again." 
--Mr. W