Fun and sightseeing combine in these well-planned mini train excursions taking you through some of Ibiza's most scenic countryside, along coastal routes, via picturesque villages and then on to stunning beaches or one of Ibiza's famous hippie markets. Four trips are available - each lasting around four hours.
NOTE: There are also charming train tours available departing from Santa Eulalia and Es Figueral.
TRIP 1 - LAS DALIAS HIPPIE MARKET
Cala Llonga - Santa Eulalia - San Carlos - Hippie Market Las Dalias - Cala Martina Beach
The hippie market of Las Dalias is a much-loved attraction and an essential stop on any visit to Ibiza. At the market you will have 60 minutes to browse the many stands, buy some home-made liqueurs, try on some silver jewellery and find those essential souvenirs for the folks back home. The market is home to many spots serving drinks, snacks, and tasty international street food. From here, it's on to the charming village of San Carlos where you can admire the imposing 18th Century church and enjoy a tipple of the local speciality hierbas in the island's oldest bar, Bar Anita. Finally, the train takes you to the beach of Cala Martina before it's time to return to Cala Llonga, along pretty, inland country lanes.
Day: Saturdays
Departure time: 10:00
TRIP 2 - HIPPIE MARKET PUNTA ARABI, ES CANÁ
Cala Llonga - Santa Eulalia - Hippie Market Es Canar - Cala Nova Beach
This trip takes you via the pretty village of San Carlos to the famous Es Caná True Hippie Market for a 80 minute-long shopping break. You will find a huge array of merchandise, like leather goods, fabrics, jewellery, hand-made ceramics and much, much more. Check out the many stalls, stop for refreshments or simply soak in the atmosphere.
Please try and be punctual getting back to the train, so you get the maximum time at your next stop, the immaculate beach of Cala Nova. Here, you can take some holiday snaps, stop for an ice cream, drink or snack, or just stroll along the sandy beach before hopping back onto the train to head back to Cala Llonga.
Day: Wednesdays
Departure time: 10:00
TRIP 3 - THREE BEACHES AND SAN CARLOS
Cala Llonga - Santa Eulalia - Pou des Lleó - Cala Boix - Figueral - San Carlos
A great trip stopping at three of Ibiza's prettiest beaches: the fisherman's cove of Pou des Lleó, Cala Boix with its unusual dark sand and the wide expanse of Es Figueral beach, where you can take a refreshing dip in the sea. On this relaxing sightseeing journey, you will have plenty of stops for refreshments, sunbathing and to take photos. You will travel on scenic coastal roads taking in spectacular scenery such as the island of Tagomago (see if you can make out the contours of a whale from which its name derived) - some two kms offshore - the sight of a famous pirate lookout tower and the lovely Cala Mastella coastline. From here, it's on to the charming village of San Carlos where you can admire the white-washed 18th Century church and enjoy a tipple of the local speciality hierbas in the island's oldest bar, Bar Anita.
Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
Departure time: 10:00
Stay at the beaches: Pou des Lleó (15 min), Cala Boix (15 min), Es Figueral (40 min)
TRIP 4 - SPECIAL CULTURAL TOUR
Cala Llonga - Santa Eulalia - Farmhouse Museum - San Carlos - Cala Nova
If you want to combine the scenic delights of gorgeous Ibizan rural surroundings with a cultural stop that will give you an insight into the traditional way of life in Ibiza, this trip is for you. There's a stop at the quaint village of San Carlos, where you can admire its imposing whitewashed church, visit Ibiza's oldest bar - Anita's - and stroll around. From there, it's on to an 18th Century farmhouse, where you can glimpse what life was like for the islanders in the past, with traditional artifacts and utensils. The excursion then takes you to Cala Nova, where you can enjoy drinks and a spot of sunbathing. Price includes entrance to the museum.
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Departure time: 15:00
FAST FACTS:
Available from: 1 May to 31 October
Price: Adults 20 euros, children (4 - 11 years) 10 euros
Tickets: available on the train, only cash payment
Duration: 4 hours
Departs from: the tourist office in Cala Llonga, opposite the beach
Minimum participants: 10
Maximum participants: 56
Languages spoken: English, Spanish, German and French
Drinks & snacks: Can be purchased at some of the stops along the way
Recommendations: We advise you to bring water, sun cream and a swimming costume.
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