THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF SARDINIA
Oristano (2 Nights)Sassari (2 Nights)Cagliari (2 Nights)
From $6,942/Person
Delve into the mysteries and history of enchanting Sardinia on this private escorted Sardinia Italy vacation package where the dreamiest of white sand beaches and scalloped bays meet with Bronze Aged settlements and mind-bending structures. Stroll along Piscinas’ Dunes, one of the most magnificent beaches of the “Costa Verde” known for some of the highest sand dunes in Europe. Explore Tharros Town, a Phoenician port dating back to the 8th century B.C. where many Egyptian scarabs were found. Let…
Highlights
- Delve into the mysteries and history of enchanting Sardinia on this Italian adventure where the dreamiest of white sand beaches and scalloped bays meet with Bronze Aged settlements and mind-bending structures
- Stroll along Piscinas’ Dunes, one of the most magnificent beaches of the “Costa Verde” known for some of the highest sand dunes in Europe
- Explore Tharros Town, a Phoenician port dating back to the 8th century B.C. where many Egyptian scarabs were found
- Let history come to life as you discover Domus de Janas, one of the largest and most important necropolises, and the Bronze Aged Nuraghe of Santu Antne tower and fortified court that dates back to 1500 BC
- Visit the Neolithic archeological site Ziggurat of Monte d’Accoddi, featuring a megalithic altar shaped as a Mesopotamic Ziggurat
- Enjoy a Malvasia wine tasting, the local grape in Tresnuraghes, a commune in the Province of Oristano
- Venture along to the archaeological site of Nora, an extraordinary example of a city of Phoenician and Roman times overlooking a glorious beach
Included
- First class hotel accommodation for 6 nights
- 13 included meals, consisting of:
- 6 breakfasts
- 1 lunch at a local farmhouse
- 6 dinners at hotel - Touring by private air-conditioned car/minivan
- Assistance of an English-speaking professional tour director for the entire length of the tour
- Complete program of sightseeing tours and excursions with entrance fees:
- Excursion to the coal mines land and Costa Verde
- Tour of Tharros
- Visit of Sant’Andrea Priu Necropolis
- Visit of Nuraghe Santu Antine
- Visit of Basilica Santissima Trinita’ di Saccargia and Ziggurat Pyramid
- City tour of Alghero
- Tour of Bosa
- Visit of the Phoenicians town of Nora
- City tour of Cagliari - Arrival and departure airport transfers
- Baggage handling
- Hotel taxes and service charges
Itinerary
Day01/07
- Day 01
Cagliari | Oristano
Welcome to Sardinia! Upon arrival in Cagliari Airport, you will meet your tour escort and be transferred to Oristano for dinner and overnight. (D) - Day 02
Oristano | Montevecchio Mines | Piscinas' Dunes | Tharros | Oristano
The eastern zone of Sardinia is known for its impressive coal mines, and today you will visit one of the most ancient of these. Your guide will show you this incredible construction and its production workshops. After, head to Piscinas’ Dunes, one of the most magnificent beaches of the “Costa Verde” where you can stroll among its sandy hills, known to be some of the highest in Europe. After free time for lunch, visit Tharros Town, a Phoenician port dating back to the 8th century B.C. where many Egyptian scarabs were found. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Oristano. (B,D) - Day 03
Oristano | Necropolis of Sant' Andrea Priu | Nuraghe Santu Antine | Sassari
After breakfast head to Bonorva and visit the Domus de Janas, one of the largest and most important necropolises in Sardinia dating back to the Late Neolithic period. Stop in a farm nearby to have a delicious lunch featuring fresh farm to table ingredients. Next, travel on to the Nuraghe of Santu Antine, a magnificent ritual fortress with a central tower surrounded by a fortified court and three side towers set as a perfect triangle that dates back to the 2nd millennium BC. Head to Sassari for dinner and overnight at hotel. (B,L,D) - Day 04
Sassari I Condrongianos I Monte D’Accoddi I Alghero I Sassari
Today we venture along to Codrongianos and visit The Basilica della Santissima Trinità di Saccargia, the most important Romanesque site on the island. Next, visit the Neolithic archeological site Ziggurat of Monte d’Accoddi, featuring a megalithic altar shaped as a Mesopotamic Ziggurat, a rectangular stepped tower. Continue on to Alghero for lunch on your own in one of the many restaurants or pubs. Here you can stroll through this beautiful town with its fortified walls and ancient palaces from the Aragonese era. Head back to Sassari for dinner and overnight at hotel. (B,D) - Day 05
Sassari | Bosa | Cagliari
After breakfast, stop in Bosa for a guided tour of the town. From Piazzale Nasiriyah, visit the Cathedral where you can admire the paintings by Emilio Scherer and other important works of art; walk along the Corso Vittorio Emanuele between palaces of the nineteenth century; and see typical houses perched along the hill of Serravalle. Head on to Tresnuraghes for a wine tasting of Malvasia, the typical grapes of this area of Sardinia. Here you will visit a small cellar with high quality production. Enjoy free time for lunch before venturing along to Cagliari for dinner and overnight at hotel. (B,D) - Day 06
Cagliari | Nora | Cagliari
The day’s adventuring starts today in Nora, one of the first settlements to be founded in Sardinia by the Phoenicians, situated on a promontory just outside Pula and Southwest of Cagliari. Travel back in time as you stroll along the oldworld Roman Roads and delve into the Roman Architecture. Head back to Cagliari and enjoy free time for lunch on your own. This afternoon you will join in a guided tour of Cagliari, exploring sights including the 17th-century cathedral, known for its ornate Baroque interior as well as two grand-looking towers and its magnificent bastions. Enjoy dinner and overnight in your hotel in Cagliari. (B,D) - Day 07
Cagliari to USA (or extend your stay)
Savor breakfast at your hotel before closing out your enchanting vacation in Sardinia. Transfer to Cagliari airport for your flight home. (B)
Accommodation
Hotels(or similar)
MARIANO IV PALACE
Oristano2 Nights
The Mariano IV Palace Hotel is an elegant 4-star hotel in Oristano, western Sardinia. It is close to the train station and just a few minutes on foot from the historic centre and most important piazza of the city.The Mariano IV Palace hotel was completely renovated in 2006 and is ideal for any type of stay, providing comfort, a relaxing atmosphere, personalised service and a strategic location that allows you to easily reach the most beautiful be…
HOTEL CARLO FELICE
Sassari2 Nights
Hotel Carlo Felice is the ideal accommodations for both business and
leisure stays. Located just 1.6 mi from the center of Sassari and well
connected to major transport routes, it offers a strategic starting
point to explore the beauty of Northern Sardinia, including Alghero,
Stintino, and Castelsardo.
The hotel features a spacious free parking area, also suitable for
busses. Guests can enjoy a rich continental buffet breakfast with local…
HOTEL PANORAMA
Cagliari2 Nights
Situated approximately 5 minutes by foot from Sardinia International Fair, the 4-star Hotel Panorama Cagliari features fitness classes, a hot tub, and a Turkish bath. Featuring a restaurant and a gift store, this Cagliari hotel is 1.5 miles from the 36m-high Tower of San Pancrazio.The center of Cagliari can be reached in 25 minutes' walk of the hotel, and such cultural venues as Clemente Susini's Wax Museum anatomical models are about a 25-minute…
Notes
Supplement for July and August arrivals: On Request
Single supplement: On Request
Reduction for third person sharing twin-bedded room: On Request
Price is per person based on double occupancy
Rates for additional nights at first and last city are available