Alcudia: Caves of Drach Tour from the North with Boat Trip
About This Experience
Designed specifically for guests staying in northern Mallorca, this tour picks up from Alcúdia and heads south to the Caves of Drach — one of the island's most celebrated natural wonders. The two-hour guided cave tour is itinerary-timed to showcase the best of the four cavern sections, so you spend maximum time in the most spectacular chambers rather than rushing through.
Inside the caves, the scale is immediately striking. Vast halls filled with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites stretch in every direction, and the guided route takes you through the full sequence of geological formations before reaching the centrepiece of the visit. Lake Martel — one of the largest underground lakes in the world — opens up in front of a natural amphitheatre where guests sit to watch a light show and live classical music concert.
The music is performed by musicians on wooden boats drifting out across the lake in near-darkness. The cave's natural acoustics amplify every note. After the concert, you have the option to board a wooden boat yourself and cross the crystal-clear lake to the exit — a quiet, memorable finale. Approximate 300 steps are involved, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
After the cave visit, the tour continues with a stop at a Mallorcan pearl factory — a traditional island craft — and free time in the Porto Cristo area. Lunch and travel insurance are included in the price. The coach collects you from the Alcúdia meeting point and returns you there at the end of the day.
Discover the most spectacular caves of Mallorca on a tour of the Caves of Drach. Marvel at the cave’s millennia-old stalactites and stalagmites and enjoy a musical performance on Lake Martel.
Highlights
- Pickup from Alcúdia — purpose-built for north Mallorca guests
- Two-hour guided tour of the Caves of Drach
- Live classical music concert on Lake Martel
- Optional wooden boat ride across the lake
- Pearl factory visit and Porto Cristo free time
What's Included
- ✓ Air-conditioned coach transport from Alcúdia
- ✓ Cave entrance fee with music concert and boat ride option
- ✓ Pearl factory visit
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Travel insurance
- ✓ Free time in Porto Cristo area (full-day option)
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes (approximately 300 steps)
- Light layer (caves are cool year-round)
Good to Know & Caveats
- Meet at Avenida de la Playa 13, Alcúdia — at the local partner's office
- Approximately 300 steps inside the caves
- Thursday afternoon departures may not have a German-speaking guide
What Travelers Say
Rated 4.3/5 by 500 verified GetYourGuide travelers.
The tour was brilliant — the highlight was our guide Esther. She was amazing, knowledgeable, thorough and fun. The caves were stunning natural beauty. We had enough time to do the pearl factory and Porto Cristo marina. A lovely morning.
— , 2026-05
Modern, well-maintained coach and on-time pickup. Drach caves were beautiful and unique. We also had a quick stop at the beautiful beach of Porto Cristo. Overall an excellent and memorable trip.
— , 2025-05
I originally did not want to do this excursion but decided to go last minute. I'm glad I changed my mind. It was mind-blowing and the concert was terrific. What an experience to have had!
— , 2018-06
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this tour pick up from in north Mallorca?
Pickup covers Alcúdia, Puerto de Alcúdia, and Can Picafort. Your nearest pickup point will be confirmed after booking.
How long is the journey from Alcúdia to the Caves of Drach?
Approximately 75–85 minutes south through the Mallorcan interior. The coach route offers views of the Serra de Tramuntana foothills on the way.
Is the boat ride on Lake Martel included?
Yes — the boat ride across Lake Martel is included as part of the standard cave visit, along with the classical music concert performed on the lake.
Is this tour worth the longer journey from the north?
Consistently yes — the Caves of Drach are rated Mallorca's top cultural attraction and the concert experience is unique. Most visitors from Alcúdia rate it as a highlight of their holiday.
