About this tour
When Alex from our team hired a scooter in Mallorca, we got the run of the island on two wheels at whatever pace suited us. You're renting either a 50cc or 125cc automatic scooter — no clutch wrestling — and given a map, helmet, and insurance to go find hidden coves tucked behind pines, mountain villages, and the odd Byzantine ruin. It's a full day of self-guided pottering around what genuinely feels like the Mediterranean's best-kept roads. Suits riders with some two-wheel experience and a sense of adventure.
Highlights
- Automatic scooters mean no manual licence headaches, just twist and go
- Unlimited kilometres lets you chase every winding coast road guilt-free
- Hidden beaches accessible only by scooter, worth the detour entirely
- Mountain villages feel like proper Mediterranean stops, not tourist traps
- Helmet and map provided — one less logistical fuss before departure
- Flexible routing means you set the day's rhythm, not a schedule
- Two riders per 125cc scooter splits costs and shares the ride
What to expect
Alex picked up the scooter in the morning, got a quick rundown of the bike and a paper map, then had the whole island open. The roads in Mallorca are genuinely good — smooth coastal routes, tight hairpins through limestone hills, long straightaways past almond groves. You'll spend maybe 70% riding and 30% parked, swimming or eating at a beachside chiringuito. The day has no fixed itinerary; if a signpost to a village catches your eye, you turn. Expect to cover 80–150km depending on how many detours you fancy.
Riding a scooter feels slower and more present than a car — you notice the smell of wild thyme, feel the air temperature shift as you climb. The automatic transmission means zero faff with gears, which is handy on winding roads. Crowds thin once you leave the main resort towns, so mid-morning onwards is genuinely peaceful.
What travellers say
- No licence restrictions on automatics — twist-and-go simplicity
- Unlimited kilometres removes range anxiety and encourages detours
- Insurance included; zero security deposit faff at pickup
- Self-guided pacing beats rigid tour schedules every time
- Two riders per larger scooter makes it genuinely affordable
- Requires prior scooter or motorbike experience — not a learn-to-ride gig
- Summer heat and long days in saddle demand physical stamina
- Narrow mountain roads need confident handling; not for nervous riders
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This setup suits riders who've ridden a scooter or motorbike before and want total freedom to explore. The insurance and unlimited km take the sting out of wandering. Two people can share one 125cc scooter (cheaper per head) as long as the passenger is over 7 and their feet reach the pegs. You'll find proper beaches and village stops that tour coaches never reach.
You need valid riding experience and a valid licence — they're strict on this. Summer heat on a scooter is real; plan early starts to avoid midday riding. Roads are good but narrow; if you're not confident on two wheels, don't force it. The island is hilly, so fitness matters for long days in the saddle. Bring water and sunscreen — there's no magic shade on a bike. No security deposit is required, but wear decent shoes and long pants (not insisted, but sensible). Peak season (July–August) means busier beaches but also perfect weather.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.