North to South Sardinia Express: 5 Days of Coastal Wonders

Explore the best of Sardinia on this 5-day journey
Experience the charm and diversity of Sardinia on this 5-day journey from Alghero to Cagliari. Explore colorful seaside villages like Castelsardo, discover the beauty of La Maddalena and the glamorous Emerald Coast, and immerse yourself in Sardinia’s rich traditions in Nuoro and Orgosolo. Along the way, enjoy authentic local cuisine, scenic coastal drives, and the warm hospitality that makes Sardinia one of Italy’s most captivating islands
5 Days from $1999/person CAD
Food & Wine
Guided
Island Hopping
Off The Beaten Path
Romantic

Primary Location

Italy, Europe

Departures

2026 Dates: June 23, July 21, August 25 & September 15

Included:

  • Accommodation in 4-star hotels
  • Guided motorcoach bus tour
  • Multilingual Tour Leader providing commentary in English, Italian, and Spanish from dinner on the day of arrival to the end of the excursion on the day before departure
  • Half-board from arrival dinner to departure (three-course regional menus with ¼ liter of wine and ½ liter of mineral water per person)
  • Welcome drink
  • Use of audio headsets during the tour
  • Traditional gastronomic experiences and marine transfers as per the itinerary
  • Drinks during meals/tastings (¼ liter of wine and ½ liter of mineral water per person)
  • Entrance fees as per the itinerary

Not Included:

  • International or domestic airfare
  • Airport and Port transfers
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers
  • Travel insurance
  • Porterage service unless specified
  • Additional meals when not mentioned on the itinerary
  • Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned on the itinerary
  • Local city tax for overnight stays
  • Visas required for entry into the country as necessary
  • Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included

Pricing Details

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  • From price is CAD per person, based on double occupancy, and for travel in low season
  • The final price will vary and is also based on the month of travel
  • Prices are subject to change

Optional Extras:

  • Elevate your experience with private airport transfers, available upon request

Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN ALGHERO

Arrival in Alghero and check-in at the hotel (rooms available from 4:00 p.m.). Before dinner, meet your Tour Leader for a welcome cocktail and presentation of the tour. Dinner and overnight stay. Meals: D

Accommodation at the Hotel Catalunya, Alghero/Sassari area, or similar

DAY 2: CASTELSARDO AND THE GALLURA COAST

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Castelsardo, one of “The Most Beautiful Villages in Italy”, perched above the sea and known for its picturesque alleys and brightly colored houses. Enjoy a walk through the historic center with an external view of the Doria Castle, home to the Museum of Mediterranean Weaving, and visit the Cathedral of Sant’Antonio Abate, famous for its beautifully decorated crypts.

Lunch not included. In the afternoon, continue along the scenic coastal route toward Santa Teresa di Gallura, with a stop to enjoy the stunning viewpoint overlooking the Strait of Bonifacio.

Arrive in Olbia or the surrounding areas for hotel accommodation. Dinner and overnight stay. Meals: B, D

Accommodation at the Mercure Olbia, Olbia area, or similar

DAY 3: LA MADDALENA AND THE EMERALD COAST

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart by bus to Palau and board the ferry to La Maddalena, the main island of the stunning La Maddalena Archipelago. Enjoy a visit to the town and a panoramic bus tour of the island, with a swimming stop (approximately 2 hours), weather permitting.

Lunch not included. In the afternoon, continue to Porto Cervo, the glamorous heart of the Emerald Coast, for a pleasant walk through its elegant center and some free time at leisure.

Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay. Meals: B, D

Accommodation at the Mercure Olbia, Olbia area, or similar

DAY 4: NUORO AND ORGOSOLO

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Nuoro to visit the Museum of Sardinian Popular Arts and Traditions, the island’s most important ethnographic museum, showcasing the rich heritage, craftsmanship, and customs of traditional Sardinian culture.

Continue into the Supramonte region, a rugged mountain area known for its authentic landscapes and deep connection to Sardinia’s agro-pastoral roots. Arrive in Orgosolo, renowned for its striking murals depicting stories of struggle, identity, and local life.

Enjoy a traditional lunch with Sardinian shepherds, featuring local specialties such as roasted pork and traditional cheeses.

In the afternoon, depart for Cagliari or the surrounding areas. Hotel accommodation, dinner, and overnight stay. Meals: B, L, D

Accommodation at the UNA Hotels T Hotel, Cagliari, or similar

DAY 5: CAGLIARI DEPARTURE

Breakfast at the hotel and the end of services. An optional airport transfer is available upon request. Meals: B

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