MAHON, SPAIN

Enjoy a half-day tour of this incredible island.

Departing Mahón on the eastern side of the island, we drive to Fornells, a picturesque fishing village on the north coast. We will have some free time here to take a leisurely stroll around the village.

We continue to Monte Toro, the highest peak in Menorca. The name originated from the Arabic word ‘altor’, which means ‘Main Mountain’. Here we can enjoy panoramic views of the entire island, and weather permitting, it may be possible to see the distant outline of Majorca.

Our next stop is at Torralba, a megalithic village, where we will find one of the most important Talayotic settlements on the island, the Torralba d’en Salort. The Talayotic Period began in approximately 1400 BC.

Finally, we visit Binibeca on the south coast, which is an artistic recreation of a typical Moorish fishing village, before making our way back to our ship.

TOUR NOTES: This tour involves a moderate amount of leisurely walking, approximately 2¼ hours in total. Walking during the period of free time is at the discretion of the individual. Inclines and uneven and cobbled ground will be encountered, and there will be a few steps to negotiate at both Monte Toro and Torralba d’en Salort. Unfortunately this tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.

DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR 2009 CANARIES & MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES