Fantastic Sardinia Tour 2026
Tour Essentials
6 breakfasts plus three standout Sardinian food experiences, including traditional regional lunches with drinks included.
Tour Details
Sardinia rewards travellers who are willing to go beyond the obvious, and that is exactly what makes this itinerary so satisfying. Operating here well takes genuine local relationships and careful planning, which is why this journey feels particularly strong: it reveals the island through places, meals and encounters that are grounded in the real character of Sardinia.
Rather than rushing from headline sight to headline sight, the tour focuses on the Sardinia many travellers never properly experience — mountain communities, mural towns, local food traditions, prehistoric sites and moments that feel connected to place rather than staged for visitors. The contrast between Barbagia’s interior, Alghero’s coastal elegance and the Costa Smeralda’s polished finish gives the itinerary real breadth without making it feel overfull.
Your clients will not only see Sardinia; they will taste it, hear it and feel its different identities, from the island’s pastoral heartland to its dramatic coastlines. It is a very appealing route for travellers looking for authenticity supported by good hotels and a comfortable touring rhythm.
Inclusions
- Tour leader during the entire journey
- 6 nights accommodation
- 6 breakfasts
- Transfer in from Cagliari airport to the hotel
- Transfer out from the hotel in Olbia to the airport
- Guided touring in Cagliari and Alghero
- Traditional Sardinian lunch with shepherds in Barbagia
- Sardinian gastronomic experience in Capo Caccia
- Traditional Sardinian lunch in the Gallura region
- Visit to the Nuragic Complex of Palmavera
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Cagliari
Welcome to Sardinia!
Upon landing in Cagliari, meet your private driver for a transfer to your centrally located hotel. Settle in and enjoy your first taste of this captivating island.
The rest of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring Cagliari at your own pace.
Overnight in Cagliari.
Day 2: Cagliari (B)
After breakfast, meet your local guide for a walking tour of Cagliari’s historic districts: Castello, Stampace, and Marina. Highlights include the Bastion of Saint Remy, the Elephant Tower, and the Cathedral of Santa Maria.
In the afternoon, enjoy free time: you may choose to relax at Poetto Beach or visit the Roman Amphitheatre and the Archaeological Museum (optional).
Return to your hotel.
Overnight in Cagliari.
Day 3: Cagliari > Nuoro > Orgosolo > Alghero (B, Gastronomic Experience with shepherds)
We start with a traditional breakfast in Cagliari before heading to Barbagia, one of Sardinia’s most authentic regions. Our first stop is Nuoro, known for its museums and craft traditions.
After exploring the city, we head into the mountains for a unique experience: a traditional lunch with shepherds, surrounded by Barbagia’s unspoiled nature. Enjoy Sardinian dishes and the wild atmosphere.
After lunch, we continue to Orgosolo, a village famous for its vibrant murals and strong pastoral traditions. Following the visit, we head towards Alghero.
Overnight.
Day 4: Alghero > Palmavera > Capo Caccia > Alghero (B, Gastronomic Experience)
Begin with a walking tour through Alghero’s charming old town, with Catalan roots and noble architecture. At lunch, enjoy a gastronomic experience on a local estate, tasting Sardinian cuisine.
In the afternoon, visit the ancient Nuragic site of Palmavera and admire its Bronze Age remains. End the day at Capo Caccia with sweeping cliff views.
Return to Alghero for free time and overnight stay.
Day 5: Alghero > Castelsardo > Tempio Pausania > Olbia (B,Gastronomic Experience)
Travel east across Sardinia, stopping first in Castelsardo, a hilltop coastal town overlooking the Costa Paradiso. Explore its medieval center and enjoy the view.
Continue inland to Tempio Pausania, a peaceful town rich in granite buildings and baroque churches. Enjoy a traditional Sardinian lunch, featuring local specialties.
After lunch, proceed with a tour of Tempio Pausania.
Later, continue your journey to Olbia, a lively port town known for its beautiful beaches and connection to the Costa Smeralda.
Day 6 Olbia > Costa Smeralda > Olbia (B)
Spend the morning exploring the Costa Smeralda, visiting Porto Rotondo and glamorous Porto Cervo for free time to explore these beautiful coastal towns.
Around midday, return to Olbia and enjoy some free time. Stroll through the city of Olbia or relax peacefully by the hotel pool, or choose to spend your free time at the beach.
It will be a moment just for you, where you can explore on your own and enjoy the freedom to decide how to spend the rest of your day.
Day 7 Olbia > Olbia (B)
Enjoy your final breakfast in Sardinia.
Transfer from your hotel to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport.
End of our services.
Tour Highlights
- Guided touring in Cagliari and Alghero
- Traditional Sardinian lunch with shepherds in Barbagia, with drinks included
- Sardinian gastronomic experience in Capo Caccia, with drinks included
- Traditional Sardinian lunch in the Gallura region, with drinks included
- Discover the Nuragic Complex of Palmavera, one of Sardinia’s great prehistoric treasures
- Explore the murals of Orgosolo and the medieval atmosphere of Castelsardo
- Free time in Porto Rotondo and Porto Cervo on the Costa Smeralda
- Airport transfers at the beginning in Cagliari and at the end in Olbia
Accommodation
This itinerary uses just a few carefully chosen bases, which helps keep the pace relaxed while still covering a rewarding cross-section of the island. The hotels are selected to give clients comfort, good location and a fitting sense of occasion for a tour that balances authenticity with quality.
- Cagliari: Una T Hotel Cagliari (4-star)
- Alghero: Smy Carlos V Wellness and Spa (5-star)
- Olbia: Delta Hotels by Marriott Olbia Sardinia (4-star)
Hotels listed are indicative of the expected standard. Where changes are necessary, alternatives of comparable quality will be provided.
Tour Notes
Physical Requirements
Low to moderate: walking tours in historic centres, uneven surfaces and some steps at heritage sites; comfortable footwear recommended.
Exclusions
- City accommodation tax (payable directly to the hotel)
- Meals and beverages not specifically listed as included
- Optional activities or visits not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
General Notes
- Small Group Tour – 25 passengers and under
- This itinerary is designed around authentic local experiences and smaller towns, not just headline sights
- Hotels listed may change, but any alternatives will be of a similar standard
Cancellations
For information related to cancellations and any associated costs, please refer to our Terms & Conditions.
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