Cycling in Sardinia

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4.8 Based on 42 Reviews
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 16-95 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-7760
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Cabras, Italy
  • Ends Cagliari, Italy
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Cycle the unspoiled southwest coast of Sardinia
  • Explore fascinating archaeological sites and picturesque fishing villages
  • Enjoy warm hospitality and delicious local cuisine
  • Relax on Mediterranean beaches
The "Cycling In Sardinia" tour starts in Cabras and ends in Cagliari. It is a bicycle trip that takes 8 days taking you through Cabras, Sant'Antioco, San Giovanni Sinis and 3 other destinations in Italy. "Cycling In Sardinia" is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

Often referred to as the land of silence, Sardinia is a place of outstanding natural beauty, with crystal-clear sea, limestone ridges and deep gorges. During the week, we ride across the wild and pristine southwest, passing abandoned mines, ancient ruins and gleaming white beaches. The route starts with a circular ride through the Sinis wetlands, home to flamingo colonies, then moves to the spectacular Costa Verde (Green Coast) named for its abundance and variety of Mediterranean vegetation.

After cycling past the ancient mines of Ingurtosu and Planusartu, we reach Portixeddu beach, where the white cliff of Pan di Zucchero towers out of emerald waters. We then board a ferry to the fishing village of Carloforte and explore the delightful isle of Sant’Antioco before crossing to the mainland, where we conclude a week of wonderful cycling by pedalling across the rolling hills of the Costa del Sud, home to white beaches, coastal pools and imposing high cliffs. Having built a good appetite, you have plenty of opportunities to sample mouth-watering local cuisine: the perfect mix for a great week of cycling.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Start Cabras
  • Day 2: Ride through the Sinis wetlands to the Phoenician site of Tharros
  • Day 3: Cycle along the Costa Verde and on to Piscinas beach
  • Day 4: Cycle past abandoned mines, the golden beach of Portixeddu and the white sea stack of Pan di Zucchero; continue to the former mining village of Nebida
  • Day 5: Descend to Fontanamare; board the ferry to the fishing village of Carloforte
  • Day 6: Cycle through the meadows of Sant'Antioco; visit the Romanesque Pisan sanctuary and ride along the quiet country lanes of Sulcis
  • Day 7: Cycle the rolling hills of the Costa del Sud; climb to the high point of Cape Malfatano for views of the coast; transfer and overnight in Cagliari
  • Day 8: End Cagliari
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • All accommodation
Meals
  • All breakfasts and two dinners
Transport
  • All transport and listed activities
  • Group arrival and departure transfers available
Guide
  • Tour leader throughout
Others
  • Local bike hire
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request)
  • Visas or vaccinations
  • Local taxes (approximately €10 per person, see Trip Notes)
  • E-bike hire
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.8 - Excellent
Based on 42 reviews
  • Anonymous
  • On Jun 23 2019
5 - Excellent
Feedback
Excellent trip, great time of year to go. The trip was well put together and the cycling was safe and varied.Would say I thought it was more a 3.5-4 than the 3 it was given.
  • Anonymous
  • On Jun 21 2019
5 - Excellent
Great trip, but a couple of REALLY tough climbs
We had an excellent group of five, and Giovanni and Marc our guides were excellent.The scenery, mountains, beaches, cliff tops, historic ruins are wonderful as are the wild flowers and flamingos. The hotels were all of a good... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On May 26 2019
5 - Excellent
Amazing trip
A really great trip, Sardinia is a very beautiful place and we had a fantastic week of cycling, eating, socialising and learning about this beautiful Island from our lovely guides
  • Anonymous
  • On Oct 08 2018
5 - Excellent
Cycling in Sardinia
A very enjoyable week of cycling in Sardinia's south west coastal area with a lovely group. Some long climbs which were rewarded with equally long descents. The weather was sunny for the first couple of days, thereafter overcast... Read more
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Cycling in Sardinia tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 29 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 29 June 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Cycling in Sardinia tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Cycling in Sardinia tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
  • Group sizes are kept small to maintain a low risk ‘small group bubble’, with an average of 10 guests in each group.
  • Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • Several COVID-19 distancing measures have been adopted on this package tour to keep travellers safe.
  • All travellers will be required to be fully vaccinated no less than two weeks prior to travel.
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