Ibiza is primarily renowned for its vibrant nightlife and hedonistic clubbing culture, but it also boasts boat parties, beautiful beaches, and offers a rich cultural heritage of art and crafts. Let’s not forget the relaxing Spa and Wellness aspect that Ibiza has to offer – so we’ve put it all together to create a few days’ suggested itinerary combining relaxation, exploration, and entertainment.

Day 1: Arrival in Ibiza Town

Land at Ibiza Airport and take the short eight-kilometre taxi ride to your booked accommodation in Ibiza Town, Ibiza Island. You could really push the boat out and check in at the uber-luxurious Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay or rent a private villa, such as Villa XXX in the Cap Martinet hills overlooking the sea. At around €500 each night it’s as steep as the hillsides around it, but the villa will sleep eight people, so if you can find seven friends, €62.50 per night is a steal.

After you’ve settled in, wander through the cobbled streets of “Dalt Vila”, the old town, and explore its historic sites, including the Ibiza Cathedral and then on to the famous Ibiza Castle.

You might take in a leisurely lunch at La Brasa restaurant (Pere Sala 3, Ibiza Town), which offers Mediterranean cuisine in an ambient and cool courtyard setting. Or, perhaps, in the evening, dine at Sa Caleta, the beachside restaurant at Playa Es Bol Nou, with its stunning sea views.

Later, if you still have the energy, you could take a taxi to drink and dance at the vibrant bars along the Marina Botafoch.

Day 2: Beach Day!

Head to Playa d’en Bossa, one of Ibiza’s most famous beaches. Don’t forget your factor 30 and enjoy the sunbathing, swimming, paddle boarding, jet skiing, people watching and all those usual activities. Life can be a beach, huh?

You could consider reserving a spot at a beach club like Ushuaïa Ibiza for some upmarket lounging around to hypnotic trance tunes and cocktails.

If all this activity is getting you hungry, try lunch at one of the beachside restaurants, such as Beachouse Ibiza, for freshly caught seafood and other Mediterranean specialities.

For a sundowner, head over to Café Mambo in San Antonio; one of the best spots to watch the sun dip below the horizon and get romantic with a companion. And if you can’t be with the one you love, honey, then just love someone you’re with!

If you’re not stuffed to the gills with seafood and snacks, visit Café del Mar and enjoy dinner then, in the same establishment, listen to a top DJ scratching the decks and spinning the anthems until late late late!

Day 3: Formentera and Culture

If you can manage to get up before noon after last night’s partying, why not take a ferry from Ibiza Town to the nearby island of Formentera. You can rent a bicycle, e-bike, or scooter to explore this tranquil island. But watch out for those sharp bends on the coast road. And remember, your holiday insurance won’t be valid to mend any broken bones or gravel-rash if you fall off your scooter due to too many Corona Cervezas!

While on Formentera, you could head over to Visit Playa de Ses Illetes, considered by many tourism experts to be one of the best beaches in the world. Moving on for a light lunch of Paella at somewhere like Juan y Andrea, a beachside restaurant at Playa Illetas, Formentera, you can spend the rest of the afternoon on a beach. Or consider visiting the La Mola Lighthouse on the SE tip of the island, perhaps dropping in to check out local markets at the pueblo of Es Calo on the return trip.

In the evening, take the ferry back to Ibiza and dine at El Olivo Mio in Ibiza Town for a romantic meal at a terrace table in the heart of Plaza De Vila

Day 4: Northern Ibiza

Maybe hire a small car or scooter and scoot off to Santa Gertrudis, a charming inland village with boutique craft shops and art galleries. Enjoy a Flat White and pastries at a local café like Bar Costa.

In the afternoon, head over to Benirras Beach and if you’re lucky, get mesmerised by the tribal rhythms at the famous Sunday drum circle. A beachfront lunch at Elements Ibiza, Cala Benirras in Port de Sant Miguel is a must.

Dinner and evening drinks in San Juan can be found at The Giri Café, offering farm-to-table dishes in a laid-back courtyard setting – don’t miss – it’s at Plaza Espanya 5 in the heart of Sant Joan de Labritja’s village square.

Day 5: Hiking and / or Spa

Take plenty of water, slap on the sun cream and pull on a rucksack with snacks and take a hike to the cliffs of Atlantis, a secluded spot on the southwest coast. If you have time, you can also take in a holistic yoga session on the local beach before lunch at the Passion Café in Santa Eulalia, known for its nutritious organic menu. No chicken nuggets here!

Instead of hiking, you might choose to treat yourself to a spa afternoon at Atzaró Spa Hotel. It’s “Agro Tourism” at its best – but you’ll need a car or scooter to get there at Carretera Sant Joan, Km 15, 07840, Santa Eulalia del Río.

After all that physical activity, you could enjoy fine dining at Amante Ibiza, perched on a cliff top at Cala Sol d’en Serra Calle Afueras SN, Cala Llonga. The stunning sea views complement their octopus speciality dish. Get your tentacles around it, you’d be a sucker not to!

If you’re still up for more nightlife, head to Pacha Ibiza, one of the island’s most iconic clubs, at Avenida 8 de Agosto, Ibiza Town. It isn’t cheap – but it’s a must see of the island.

For the next two days, it’s really more of the same, but you’ll get used to the areas you like and probably revisit one or two bars that have become favourites. Whatever you do and wherever you go, Ibiza has something for everyone, so don’t delay, book it today!