7 days tour

Best Of Sardinia - 7 Days

Best Of Sardinia - 7 Days

This tour includes:

Others

Entrance to the archaeological sites of Tharros & Palmavera Note: Touring is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups, not solely On The Go.

Meals

6 breakfasts & 3 lunches

Transport

Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and airport departure transfer on day 7 Transportation by deluxe coach with Wi-Fi, audio headsets and onboard toilet

Guide

Escorted by an English-speaking Italian tour leader with specialist guides for some sightseeing Guided sightseeing in Cagliari, Oristano, Alghero & Castelsardo

Accommodation

6 nights 4-star hotels

Not included:

Flights

International flights are not included

Others

International flights and visas Additional meals and drinks unless specified Entrance fees unless specified Tipping - an entirely personal gesture City tax of โ‚ฌ1 - 6 per person per night (tax varies by city), to be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out. See Trip Notes for details. Please note we recommend paying your city tax when checking in or in the evening during your stay to save time on check out!

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

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Itinerary of your trip Best Of Sardinia - 7 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Sardinia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Welcome To Sardinia

      Arrive in Cagliari, in the south of Sardinia. You will be collected at the airport and transferred to our start hotel in the city. The remainder of today is free for you to head out and explore the city.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Cagliari Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Cagliari Sightseeing

      Tuck into breakfast at the hotel before you meet our tour guide in the lobby. We then embark together on a 3-hour walking tour through the streets of Sardiniaโ€™s capital. We explore each of Cagliariโ€™s three historic neighbourhoods, Castello, Stampace and Marina, taking in many of the cityโ€™s highlights along the way. Admire the Bastion of Saint-Remy, which dates back to 1896. See the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and the Elephant Tower, a medieval fortification built to try and repel the Aragonese invasion of 1323. The afternoon is at leisure. You could head to the coast for a stroll, or grab your beach towel and enjoy a few hours of sunbathing at Poetto Beach, which is also located near the cityโ€™s historic Roman Amphitheatre.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Journeying North To Alghero
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Journeying North To Alghero

      Cagliari - Oristano - Tharros - Bosa - Tinnura - Alghero. Today we begin our journey north, exploring some of Sardiniaโ€™s most captivating destinations en route. In Oristano, we visit the cathedral and the town square, and learn more about how the townโ€™s history is intertwined with the Phoenicians and a national heroine, Eleonora de Arborea. We continue to Tharros, a fascinating site to the islandโ€™s west. Tharros was an important commerical hub thorhghout history, especially during the Roman and Byzantine ages. Enjoy the view over the Gulf of Oristano before we continue to Bosa, where we enjoy a delicious local lunch. After weโ€™ve eaten, we explore the town, nestled on the banks of the Temo River. See the medieval Castle of Serravalle and enjoy some leisure time to browse the townโ€™s boutique shops. Our final stop before reaching Alghero is the tiny village of Tinnura. Here, there is time to enjoy the murals painted mainly by Pina Monne, which decorate many of the buildings here. Arriving in the north-western city of Alghero, the evening is at leisure. Please note: If travelling in 2024, your arrangements are slightly different. You will not visit Tharros, or the archaeological site of Palmavera on day 4. Instead, you will visit the Museo della Femmina Agabbadรฒra in Luras on day 5. All other arrangements remain the same.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Alghero Sightseeing & Capo Caccia Natural Reserve
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Alghero Sightseeing & Capo Caccia Natural Reserve

      We start today with a walking tour through the historic centre of Alghero. Once forming a part of the Crown of Aragon, the nickname โ€™Barcelonetaโ€™ is still used for the city today. We will meander through the Old Town, protected by coastal walls. Admire pretty courtyards and historic medieval palaces and churches, not to mention splendid views of the coast and the beaches which wind along it. Lunch is included today at a charming estate with a wonderful view of the surrounding area. After our tour, we visit the Nuragic Complex of Palmavera, an archaeological site with around 50 village huts. The Romans called this area the Port of Nymphs and this village dates back nearly 4,000 years! From Palmavera we continue to the Capo Caccia Natural Reserve, where we can enjoy a hiker among incredible scenery and enjoy the view of the coast and lighthouse. We then return to Alghero for the evening.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Sardiniaโ€™S North Coast
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Sardiniaโ€™S North Coast

      Alghero - Castelsardo - Tempio Pausania - Palau. Heading north-east today, our first stop is the coastal town of Castelsardo near the โ€™Costa Paradisoโ€™. This area is renowned for its beautiful wild beaches and rugged landscapes. The houses in Castelsardo are nestled between the sea and the townโ€™s hilltop castle, and we will explore the historic centre during our visit. Our next stop is the small town of Tempio Pausania, where we enjoy some free time to explore the narrow streets and the ancient centre. Then itโ€™s on to Palau on the islandโ€™s northern tip.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Palau
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Palau

      Enjoy some leisure time this morning to soak up some Sardinian sunshine by the pool. At around midday weโ€™ll head to a charming rural estate in the Gallura region, where we enjoy a delicious included meal. Afterwards we take a scenic drive along the Costa Smeralda, stopping to explore the small hamlets of Porto Rotondo and Porto Cervo. Returning to Palau, your final evening in Sardinia is at leisure.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Farewell Sardinia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Farewell Sardinia

      After a final breakfast, you will be transferred to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport for your onward flight.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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