Excursion Biking in binibeca tour at Port Mahon
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Discover the stunning beauty of Menorca Island in an active new way during this scenic and invigorating, half-day bicycle excursion.
Port Mahon, Menorca Island, Punta Prima, Biniancolla, Binibeca, Beaches, Natural Pool
After a 30-minute drive to the bike centre, meet your guide and receive your safety and tour instructions, along with your gear and bicycle. Afterward, begin your picturesque, approximately three-hour guided Mountain bike tour. Your route covers the incomparable south coast of the island of Menorca. Along the way, pedal through the villages of Punta Prima, Biniancolla and Binibeca. A charming fishing village, Binibeca is home to idyllic beaches with crystal-clear waters, and offers a wealth of spectacular panoramic views and photo opportunities. Leaving Binibeca, a visit is made to a natural swimming pool near Binibeca Town.
Interior Menorca, San Luis, Calla Torret, Es Pou Nou, San Ganxo Tower, Panoramic Vistas
Next, pedal to the interior part of the island along an easy, off-road route through small urban and typical country zones. Following a brief stop in the old, French-built village of San Luis, visits are made to the rural farmhouses of Cala Torret and Es Pou Nou, with their charming, white-coloured, typical Menorcan houses. From here, your ride continues on to the spectacular Son Ganxo Tower, an 18th-century defence tower that has been converted into a hostel. The diversity of roadways, incredible scenery, and local villages travelled and seen on this tour combine to reveal the true essence of Menorca. Your tour concludes back at the bike Centre. After returning your bicycle and gear, then commence the 30-minute drive back to the pier.
Points of interests
Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Port Mahon, Menorca Island, Punta Prima, Biniancolla, Binibeca, Beaches, Natural Pool, San Luis, Calla Torret, Es Pou Nou, San Ganxo Tower, Panoramic Views
Note
Please note: This tour involves a very extensive amount of bicycling (regular mountain bike, not electric) for approximately 15.50 miles (about 25 kilometres) and a minimal amount of walking, at times over uneven, cobblestone, and natural surfaces and steep inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the bicycle and at the sites visited. Walking at the sites visited is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is recommended for guests who are in good physical condition, and able to ride a bicycle for long distances. This tour is not recommended for pregnant guests, guests with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests with balance issues, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable sportswear in layers with flat, closed-toe sport shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, a weatherproof windbreaker, and local currency for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least 14 years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18 years old. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Guests weighing more than 286 pounds (about 130 kilograms) cannot participate on this tour. Safety helmets and gloves are provided, and must be worn the entire time whilst bicycling. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. The tour sequence may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.