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Private Dragon's Cave shore excursion from Palma to Cuevas del Drach in Porto Cristo, one of Mallorca's largest cave systems, with a boat ride across Lake Martel to live classical music. Includes a stop at a working pearl workshop. Licensed guide, private vehicle, 4.5 hours.

4.5 hours (private)
private excursion
licensed guide
english speaking expert
all group sizes
sedan to full size coach
port or hotel
pick up either location
  • Pick up from your Hotel or the Port of Palma de Mallorca
  • Private Vehicle with Licensed English Speaking Guide
  • Included Interior Visits- Cave of the Dragon, Pearl Factory
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Tour Number:
SPALM-03


Group Size (Prices in USD)*:
2 People - $406 Per Person
3 People - $300 Per Person
4 People - $228 Per Person
5 People - $186 Per Person
6 People - $158 Per Person
7 People - $138 Per Person
8 People - $123 Per Person



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TOUR DESCRIPTION
 

Cuevas del Drach (Dragon Caves) Shore Excursion from Palma de Mallorca

This 4.5-hour private tour takes you from the Palma cruise port across the island to Porto Cristo, about 40 miles (65km) away on Mallorca's eastern coast, home to the Cuevas del Drach, or Caves of the Dragon.

The caves were first mentioned in written records as far back as 1338, but it wasn't until centuries later that they were properly explored and mapped. In 1896, French speleologist Edouard-Alfred Martel led an expedition into the caves and charted the underground lake now named Lake Martel in his honor, one of the largest underground lakes in the world. The full cave system runs more than a mile long, with chambers reaching over 80 feet high in places.

Inside, you walk through a series of illuminated chambers filled with stalactites and stalagmites before reaching Lake Martel itself, where you board a boat for a short crossing. Musicians perform live classical music from boats on the water, with the sound carrying through the cave's natural acoustics, an experience the caves have offered visitors for close to a century.

After the caves, your tour includes a stop at a pearl workshop that has operated on the island since the late 1890s, where you can see how the pearls are made and browse the showroom before heading back to the ship.

Please note
  • This tour is not suitable for wheelchairs due to the terrain and stairs inside the cave system.

What's Included

Included

  • Pick up from your Hotel or the Port of Palma de Mallorca
  • Private Vehicle with Licensed English Speaking Guide
  • Included Interior Visits- Cave of the Dragon, Pearl Factory

Not Included

  • Meals and beverages
  • Gratuities (optional, at your discretion)
  • Personal shopping

Tour Timing

All times are approximate and will vary based on your group's pace and interests.

  • 1
    1 Hour
    Drive to Porto Cristo
  • 2
    15 Minutes
    Short stop in Porto Cristo
  • 3
    1 Hour and 15 Minutes
    Visit the Caves of the Dragon
  • 4
    Drive to Pearl Factory- 15 Minutes
  • 5
    45 Minutes
    Visit the Pearl Factory
  • 6
    1 Hour
    Return to Palma

Resources

Autoritat Portuaria de Balears. Official Balearic Islands port authority, covering the Port of Palma. Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Cuevas del Drach from the Palma cruise port?
Porto Cristo is about 40 miles (65km) from Palma, roughly an hour's drive across the island.
Who discovered Cuevas del Drach?
The caves were known and mentioned in records as early as 1338, but French speleologist Edouard-Alfred Martel led the expedition that explored and mapped the underground lake in 1896. Lake Martel is named after him.
Is the Dragon's Cave tour suitable for people with mobility issues?
No, this tour is not suitable for wheelchairs due to the terrain and stairs inside the cave.

Also Available:

Highlights of Palma - Also available from this port — Mallorca shore excursion from Palma cruise port - private guided walking tour of Palma's historic old town, including the famous Cathedral and the gothic Castle of Bellver with panoramic city views with a licensed English-speaking guide.
Flexible Palma - 4 Hours - Four hour Palma de Mallorca shore trip is for those who want the most flexibility with their Palma tour. When you meet your driver and guide you discuss your interests and the places you wish to visit. A licensed English-speaking guide accompanies you throughout.
Best of Barcelona - Barcelona shore excursion from Barcelona cruise port - private guided visit to the Casa Batllo and Casa Mila, both built in the first decade of the 1900's with a licensed English-speaking guide.
Highlights of Granada - From Motril cruise port, this private shore trip visits the beautiful city of Granada where you explore the famous Alhambra complex which is Spain's second most visited site. After visiting the Alhambra you enjoy a visit to the old town of Granada and if you wish a visit the Royal Chapel and the Cathedral of Granada. A licensed English-speaking guide accompanies you throughout.

Our Back-to-Ship Guarantee

Every excursion returning 1.5 hours before departure is covered. If we are late, we cover your costs to reach the next port. More info ›

Shore Trip Timing is approximate based on your interests & traffic
  • Drive to Porto Cristo - 1 Hour
  • Short stop in Porto Cristo - 15 Minutes
  • Visit the Caves of the Dragon - 1 Hour and 15 Minutes
  • Drive to Pearl Factory- 15 Minutes
  • Visit the Pearl Factory - 45 Minutes
  • Return to Palma - 1 Hour

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5 of 5 Review Location- Palma de Mallorca August 9, 2026
Reviewer: Hendrick D from Singapore  
Everything went well, your guides are very well informed and friendly. If I have a chance to visit Europe by cruise ship, i will use your service again. )

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5 of 5 Review Location- Palma de Mallorca June 21, 2026
Reviewer: John Z from Barrington, IL  
The tour was great. Your driver was very pleasant and knowledgeable and we enjoyed his tour. See you next time.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Palma de Mallorca June 9, 2026
Reviewer: Julie C from Gramercy, LA  
This company were fantastic. Drivers were all funny and knowledgeable. The pre booking and booking system were all smooth and what we were sold we got. Perfect.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Palma de Mallorca February 5, 2026
Reviewer: Denise A and William P from Roslyn, WA  
We want to thank you for the great job you did on planning and organizing our trip to Europe. The eight of us had a great time as well as being pleasantly surprised at how well the trip was organized, how gracious our drivers and guides were how pertinent your suggestions were. We will be having friends go in the spring and will be referring them to you.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Palma de Mallorca August 23, 2025
Reviewer: LuAnne R from Rockett Getwaways - Atlanta, GA  
Just to let you know that our tour with Trini was excellent today. We had to cut it short a bit but she did a really excellent and thorough job, in case there is anyone you send feedback to. Thanks for having such great guides on all of our tours!

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