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Seven days. Two wheels and no schedule to keep. If you have a week on the white island and a camper van, you have exactly what you need to discover the Ibiza that doesn't appear in travel guides.
We have designed this itinerary from the inside: as locals who know every curve, every cove with shade at four in the afternoon, and every beach bar where fishermen have breakfast before the tourists arrive. This is not a postcard route. It is the real route.
Before leaving: what you need to know
Ibiza has something that sets it apart from other Mediterranean islands: it is small, but it holds much more than it seems. Within 572 km², entirely different worlds fit. The wild and quiet north, the festive and cosmopolitan south, the peaceful east with families, the west with the most famous sunsets in the world.
In a camper you can change your world every night. That is the magic.
Regarding campsites: Between June 1st and September 30th, spending the night at a campsite is mandatory. This is not a suggestion, it is local regulation. Book well in advance because spots fly, especially in July and August. We recommend three: Camping Cala Bassa (west), Camping La Playa in Santa Eulalia (east), and Camping Cala Nova in Es Canar (northeast).
Regarding distance: The entire island is about 40 km long from north to south. You will never be more than 45 minutes away from any point. That means you can sleep in the north and eat in the south without any trouble.
Day 1 — Arrival and first contact: Sant Josep and the south
You land, pick up the van, and the adrenaline kicks in. Don't try to do too much on the first day: the rookie traveler's mistake is wanting to see everything all at once.
Morning: Pick up your camper at Can Camper, we will explain how everything works calmly and without rushing. Then head towards the Sant Jordi market (if it's Saturday, it's mandatory) or take a walk through the streets of the old town of Eivissa, the walled city that is a World Heritage Site.
Afternoon: First stop in the water. Cala Jondal is the favorite beach for residents in the south: white stones, turquoise water, and a peaceful atmosphere before the high season starts. Access by camper is simple and there is parking.
Night: Your first Ibizan sunset in Es VedrĂ . Park at the viewpoint of the Torre des Savinar and watch how the sun sinks behind the most mysterious islet in the Mediterranean. Then, have dinner in the village of Sant Josep: authentic, cheap, and without tourists.
Can Camper Tip: On the first day, don't put the GPS in "tourist" mode. Drive slowly, stop when something catches your eye, and let yourself be surprised. Ibiza works that way.
Day 2 — The west coast beaches: Cala Bassa and Cala Conta
The west of Ibiza has the most photogenic beaches on the island. Today you are staying in this area.
Morning: Cala Bassa is one of those beaches that seems invented: emerald green water, pine trees that reach the shore, and fine sand. Arrive before 10:00 to park without any trouble and choose a spot under the pine trees. In high season it fills up quickly.
Midday: Eat in the van. You have a kitchen, you have a fridge, you have sea views. What more could you ask for?
Afternoon: Cala Conta (officially Cala Comte) is actually several coves in a row, each with a different water color. It is possibly the beach with the most beautiful water on the entire island. The secret: go to the smallest cove on the right, the least accessible one, which is always less crowded.
Night: If it's high season, sleep at Camping Cala Bassa, meters from the beach. If not, the town of Sant Antoni has all the services you need to restock supplies.
Day 3 — Heading north: the Ibiza you don't expect
Today you have to drive a bit more, but every kilometer heading north is worth it. The roads narrow, the signs disappear, and the landscape changes completely.
Morning: Leave early and head towards Benirrás. It is a unique beach: a circular cove protected by cliffs, with a rock in the middle of the sea that looks like a thumb pointing to the sky. On Sundays at sunset, drummers gather here in a tradition that spans decades. If it coincides with your trip, don't miss it.
Midday: Go up to Sant Joan de Labritja, the northernmost village on the island. Have a coffee on the church terrace. Here, time works differently.
Afternoon: Cala Xarraca for snorkeling. The northern waters are colder and clearer. Bring goggles: the seabed here is spectacular.
Night: Tonight, sleep near Portinatx. It is the tourist hub of the north, with all services, but five minutes away in a camper you have spots that are completely solitary.
Can Camper Tip: Gas stations are scarce in the north. Fill up the tank before heading up.
Day 4 — The lighthouse, the cliffs, and Cala d'en Serra
The north offers enough for two days. Today you explore what was left pending yesterday.
Morning: Walk to the Moscarter Lighthouse, the tallest in the Balearics. It starts from Portinatx along a path of about 20 minutes between pine trees and cliffs. The views from the top are some of the best on the entire island: the Mediterranean in all directions.
Midday: Cala d'en Serra is one of those coves that locals would prefer not to mention. A perfect horseshoe shape, surrounded by cliffs, with a small fisherman's boat as the only human element. The path down is steep but short.
Afternoon: Drive towards the east. Cala de Sant Vicent welcomes you with one of the most spectacular descents on the island: stop at the viewpoint on the San Juan road and take out your camera before going down. The blue of the water from above is from another planet.
Night: Start heading down towards the eastern area. Camping Cala Nova in Es Canar is your base tonight.
Day 5 — The peaceful east: Santa Eulalia and family beaches
The east of Ibiza is the most peaceful and family-friendly area of the island. Less known by party tourists, but a favorite for those looking for quality of life.
Morning: Santa Eulalia del RĂo is the most pleasant town on the island for a stroll. It has the only river in the Balearics (dry most of the year, but the landscape is beautiful), a hippy market on Sundays in Es Canar, and a pedestrian street full of terraces without the chaos of Ibiza town.
Afternoon: Cala Llenya and Cala Mastella are two small gems of the east. The second one especially: a tiny cove with crystal-clear water and a fish restaurant that has been serving the exact same menu at 13:00 sharp for decades. If you arrive late, there is no table.
Night: Stay in the eastern area. It is one of the most peaceful nights of the route.
Day 6 — Las Salinas and the south: the postcard Ibiza
Today you go down to the south and southwest to see the most iconic part of the island.
Morning: Las Salinas is a Nature Reserve and one of the most famous beaches in Ibiza. Fine sand, flat water, and an atmosphere that blends nature with a cosmopolitan vibe. Arrive early: in summer the parking lot fills up before 10:00. Just 200 meters from the main beach is Es Cavallet, quieter and with a very local feel.
Midday: The village of La Savina has some of the best fresh fish and seafood on the island in its port restaurants. Eating here with the van parked right out front is one of those moments you remember.
Afternoon: Stroll through the Ibiza Salt Flats, a system of salt extraction ponds that has been operating since Phoenician times. In summer, they turn pink due to the algae and the flamingos that come to feed. It is one of the strangest and most beautiful landscapes you will see on the island.
Night: Last night with an epic sunset. Return to Es VedrĂ or discover Chiringuito Experimental in Cala des Moltons for a different kind of sunset.
Day 7 — Ibiza town and farewell
The last day has a special flavor. Don't waste it sleeping.
Early morning: Go up to Dalt Vila, the walled city of Eivissa, before the tour groups arrive. The cobblestone streets, cats sleeping in the sun, and views of the port from the walls are something you won't forget. Enter through the Portal de ses Taules and walk up to the cathedral.
Midday: Last swim in Ses Salinas or in Talamanca, the urban beach of Ibiza town, comfortable and with all services close by.
Afternoon: Return the van on time, without rushing. Before handing over the keys, tell us what the best part of the trip was. We love to know.
Itinerary summary
| Day | Area | Must-See |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South / Eivissa | Es VedrĂ at sunset |
| 2 | West | Cala Conta |
| 3 | North | Benirrás + Cala Xarraca |
| 4 | Far North | Moscarter Lighthouse + Cala d'en Serra |
| 5 | East | Santa Eulalia + Cala Mastella |
| 6 | South / Salinas | Las Salinas + Dalt Vila by night |
| 7 | Eivissa town | Dalt Vila at sunrise |
Ready to start?
This route is the one we would take ourselves if we had a week and a van. And in fact, it is exactly what we do when friends come to visit us.
If you want to experience it, the first step is to book your camper. Check availability in our booking engine and secure your dates before they run out. In high season, the most popular vans are booked weeks in advance.
Do you have doubts about the itinerary or want to customize it? Write to us on WhatsApp and we will help you plan it according to your dates, number of travelers, and what you are looking for. We know every corner of this island and we love to share it.
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