Explore Mallorca in Your Own Formula One Car

A three-wheeled Formula One-style car is an unusual way to see Mallorca. You drive your own open-air vehicle in a convoy from Peguera, following a guide along the coast, through mountain roads, and into Palma. It is part scenic tour, part driving thrill, and part very public rolling photo opportunity.

I like the hands-on driving and the chance to see more than a single coastal resort. I also like the flexible choice of a shorter route or a longer outing with a mountain viewpoint and drink stop. The main catch is simple: you must be comfortable driving a manual car, and poor weather or heavy traffic can affect the day.

Key points to know

• You drive the car yourself: Drivers must be at least 21, have two years of driving experience, and know how to use a manual transmission.
• The open-air design is part of the fun: Bring sunglasses and sunscreen, and dress for wind and changing mountain weather.
• The route mixes coast, ports, and mountain roads: Stops include Malgrats 2 and Palma, with Cala de Estellencs on the longer outing.
• A short tour lasts about two hours: The longer option is listed at about four to four and a half hours.
• The meeting point is in Peguera: From central Palma or the cruise port, allow time for a taxi ride to Carrer de La Savina, 8.
• Insurance costs extra: Driver insurance is not included and is listed at €30 per driver.

Why this Mallorca drive feels different

Most sightseeing in Mallorca keeps you behind a coach window or in the passenger seat of a rental car. Here, you sit low in a three-wheeled Formula One-style vehicle and steer through the route yourself. The open sides make the scenery feel close, while the convoy format lets you enjoy the road without having to plan every turn.

The cars are commonly described as Polaris Slingshot-style vehicles, rather than actual Formula One cars. That distinction matters. You are not heading to a racetrack, and this is not a timed race. It is a road tour with sporty cars, mountain bends, coastal views, and a guide setting the pace.

The driving makes this more than a photo stop tour. You spend most of the outing at the wheel, with one person driving and another riding as copilot if you share a vehicle. The group may include up to 32 people, so the experience can feel like a convoy rather than a private drive.

The guides mentioned by name in the supplied information are Robin and Gio. Guide assignments can vary, but the role is important: the lead car sets the route, controls the pace, and brings the group to the stops. A multilingual guide may operate the outing, and English is offered.

Starting in Peguera, not central Palma

The meeting point is at Carrer de La Savina, 8, in Peguera. The activity returns to this same location, so you need to plan both the outbound trip and the return.

Peguera is not the same as the port of Palma. If you are staying in central Palma, or arriving by cruise ship, a taxi is the practical choice. The drive from the port can take roughly 20 to 30 minutes according to the supplied experience details, though traffic and the number of ships in port can make timing less predictable.

I would arrange transportation before the day, especially for a morning departure. Several cruise ships can put pressure on the taxi supply, and arriving at the wrong address can cause needless stress. Put the full Peguera meeting address into your taxi or navigation app rather than simply asking for Palma.

Allow time for check-in and paperwork. One account specifically found the opening paperwork slow, so do not schedule the tour with a tight return to your ship. If you are cruising, leave a generous buffer after the stated end time.

Getting ready for an open-air manual car

The biggest practical issue is the transmission. Drivers must know how to drive a manual car. This is not the place to relearn clutch control on a steep, twisting road.

The minimum driver age is 21, with at least two years of driving experience. A copilot can be as young as three. If two people want to share one vehicle, book two people for one vehicle. If each person wants a separate car, make an individual reservation for each driver.

Drivers must wear closed shoes. That rule is sensible when you are working a clutch and brake, but it is easy to overlook when packing for a beach holiday. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also useful. The cars are open-air, and the sun, wind, and road dust are part of the experience.

Dress for the season rather than assuming Mallorca will be warm. One January outing was described as very cold, and mountain roads can feel cooler than the coast. The activity needs good weather, so poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund.

A helmet is included, along with fuel surcharge, taxes, fees, and light refreshments. Food and drinks beyond the included refreshments are not included. Driver insurance costs €30 per driver and should be added to your budget.

Malgrats 2 gives the tour its first photo stop

The first listed stop is Malgrats 2, marked as 11081 in the supplied directions. You have about 10 minutes to take pictures of the island.

Ten minutes goes quickly, but this stop serves a useful purpose. It gives you a chance to step away from the car, take in the coastal view, and get a group picture with the unusual vehicles. It also breaks up the first stretch of driving before the route continues toward Palma.

Do not expect a long walk or a full sightseeing visit here. This is a scenic pause, not a major attraction with several hours of exploration. Keep your camera ready and listen for the guide’s signal to return to the cars.

The view is one reason the cars work so well for this outing. You are not simply looking at Mallorca from a standard vehicle. The open cockpit, low seating position, and convoy of unusual cars add a bit of theater to the stop.

Palma’s port adds a city-and-coast contrast

The route continues to Palma de Mallorca, with a short stop at the port. You have about 10 minutes for photos, and there is no separate admission charge.

This stop changes the mood. After coastal roads and countryside, the port gives you a more urban setting and a chance to photograph the boats, waterfront, and cars together. It is a brief look rather than a guided visit to Palma’s major sights.

Do not book this activity expecting time at Palma Cathedral or a walking tour of the old city. The experience is built around driving, not detailed city sightseeing. If the cathedral is on your must-see list, plan it separately before or after the car tour, allowing enough time for the return to Peguera.

For a short outing, the Palma stop helps make the route feel varied. You get coast, port, and open-road driving without spending the whole day in one setting.

The longer route reaches Cala de Estellencs

The longer outing adds Cala de Estellencs, a viewpoint with time for photographs and a drink at a bar. The stop lasts about 20 minutes.

This is likely the most rewarding addition if you have the time. The mountain setting gives you the broad views that make Mallorca road trips memorable, and the drink stop gives you a chance to rest after the more demanding sections of driving.

The supplied information describes the longer tour as about four to four and a half hours, while the general duration is given as two to four hours. Treat the timing as approximate. Traffic, weather, group size, and road conditions can change the pace.

The extra hours are not just filler. You get more mountain roads, more time behind the wheel, and a proper pause away from the car. If you have come all the way to Mallorca for the driving itself, I would choose the longer option when your schedule allows.

Port d’Andratx depends on time and traffic

The route may include a short stop at Port d’Andratx if time and traffic allow. The listed stop is only about five minutes, with no admission charge.

That wording is important. Port d’Andratx is an optional possibility, not a guaranteed main stop. Do not choose this tour solely because you want a long visit there. Think of it as a bonus photo pause if the road conditions and schedule cooperate.

The same warning applies to the overall itinerary. A convoy moves at the pace of the group, and mountain roads are not controlled by the tour company. One account described the experience as being shortened by traffic, with only one stop. That is not the usual promise of a scenic road day, but it is a real possibility you should accept before booking.

The driving is exciting, but pace matters

The strongest part of the activity is the driving. The cars feel sporty, the engine sound adds drama, and the twisting roads provide the kind of turns you do not get on a flat city transfer. You drive for most of the outing, which gives the price more value than a standard sightseeing ride.

The guide-led format also means you do not have to find the best route yourself. You follow the lead car through coastal towns, countryside, and mountain roads. That leaves you free to concentrate on steering, traffic, and the views.

Still, this is not a relaxed chauffeur tour. Some roads climb steeply and wind through the hills. One serious account described a difficult experience in torrential rain, with the lead vehicle moving too quickly for the conditions. That is a useful warning, not a reason to dismiss every departure. Check the forecast, ask about the expected conditions, and do not go if you are uneasy about wet mountain driving.

The guide’s pace can also affect your enjoyment. Confident manual drivers may want a lively run, while newer clutch users may prefer more breathing room. If you are still getting used to a stick shift, this is not the best place to learn from scratch.

Is $71.20 a fair price?

At about $71.20 per person, the short tour costs more than a simple coastal sightseeing ride, but you are paying for the car, fuel surcharge, guide, helmet, and the chance to drive rather than just look out a window. For a car enthusiast, the price is reasonable because the driving is the main attraction.

Remember that the advertised price does not include the €30 driver insurance charge. Food and drinks beyond the included light refreshments are also extra. The final cost is therefore higher for the person at the wheel.

The short tour offers the better value if you have only a few hours, are visiting from a cruise ship, or mainly want the driving sensation. The longer tour makes more sense if you want the mountain viewpoint and a less rushed day. Group discounts are available, which may help if you are booking several people.

A full group can reach 32 people. That keeps the operation social, but it also means more cars, more stops, and a greater chance that the convoy pace will be shaped by the least experienced driver. If you prefer a quiet private road trip, this is not that sort of outing.

Who should book this experience?

I would recommend it to confident manual drivers, car fans, couples who enjoy taking turns between driver and copilot, and cruise passengers looking for something more active than a standard port excursion. It also works for families with an older driver and a young copilot, since the minimum copilot age is three.

Passengers can enjoy the scenery without driving, and the open cockpit makes photography easy during the route. The driver, however, will need to focus on the road. If taking pictures is your main goal, share a car with someone who wants to drive.

I would hesitate if you dislike wind, cannot drive a manual car, or feel nervous on mountain roads. I would also avoid booking during unsettled weather. Mallorca’s road scenery is a major part of the appeal, and heavy rain can turn an exciting drive into a tiring one.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations inside that window are not refunded, and changes are not accepted. If the company cancels for poor weather or because too few people book, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.

Should you book the two-hour or longer tour?

Choose the two-hour option if you want a compact taste of the cars and the route. You still get the drive, Malgrats 2, and Palma’s port, and it fits more easily around a cruise stop or other Palma plans.

Choose the longer option if the mountain roads are the reason you are coming. Cala de Estellencs adds a proper viewpoint and a drink break, while the extra time lets the drive feel less like a quick loop. Port d’Andratx may be added, but do not treat it as guaranteed.

I would book this tour if you see the car as the attraction, not merely as transportation. You get a memorable way to see Mallorca, but you also accept manual driving, open-air weather, possible traffic delays, and an extra insurance charge. For the right driver, those tradeoffs are worth it. For everyone else, a standard guided road tour will be easier.

FAQ

Where does the tour start and finish?

The tour starts at Carrer de La Savina, 8, in Peguera, Mallorca, and ends back at the same meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The shorter outing takes about two hours. The longer tour is listed at about four to four and a half hours, with the exact timing affected by traffic and conditions.

Do I drive the Formula One-style car myself?

Yes. The driver operates the car, while a copilot may ride along. You need to know how to drive a manual car.

What is the minimum age to drive?

Drivers must be at least 21 years old and have two years of driving experience. The minimum copilot age is three.

Are the cars automatic or manual?

The drivers’ cars are manual. The supplied information specifically requires drivers to know how to operate manual cars.

What must the driver wear?

Drivers must wear closed shoes. A helmet is provided as part of the experience.

Is insurance included in the price?

No. Driver insurance is listed separately at €30 per driver. The tour price does include the fuel surcharge, taxes, fees, and light refreshments.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The activity requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor conditions, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.