Top Sardinia Day Trips - page 4

Italian cuisine is a patchwork of local specialties, and sampling these traditional dishes is fundamental to understanding each city or region. Explore the flavors of Sardinia with this hands-on cooking experience and learn how to make one of the island’s most unique dishes: culurgiones. These fresh pasta dumplings are fashioned by hand and tricky to close, so celebrate your new skill with lunch featuring your culurgiones paired with wine.

The spectacular Asinara National Park occupies an entire island off the northern coast of Sardinia. Cover more ground with this Jeep tour that explores both the inland landscapes and pristine coastline in one day. Learn about the flora and fauna on the island from your guide; spot wild horses, mouflon, and donkeys; and stop at the Sea Turtle Recovery Center. End with a refreshing dip at the Cala Sabina beach.

La Maddalena Archipelago is one of the most dazzling clutches of islets in the Mediterranean, but it is accessible almost exclusively by sea. Experience its natural beauty for yourself with this full-day boat tour that makes stops at the top beaches and coves along the coastline. Snap photos, take a dip, and marvel at the turquoise-hued water as you listen to the onboard commentary about La Maddalena and its treasures.

DEPARTURES : Every day - 09 : 15 from Baia Sardinia Molo la Bisaccia Monday to Friday - 11 : 00 from La Maddalena dock Gold medals Our boat “Paradiso” has all the necessary comforts for navigation and throughout the day (bar and toilet, Sun deck, All'Ombra deck , Italian and English speaker).

Explore the protected waters of Sardinia's La Maddalena Archipelago with only the sound of the wind in the sails to break the silence with this exclusive full-day excursion on board a private sailboat. Set off from Palau and skirt the white-sand beaches of the Spargi, Santa Maria, and Budelli islands, dropping anchor to swim or sunbathe. Enjoy lunch plus drinks and snacks on board for easy logistics.

Explore the turquoise lagoons and white-sand shores of the Maddalena Archipelago on this private half-day cruise. Enjoy stops for swimming and snorkeling at some of the most spectacular beaches in Italy, including Cala Corsara, Porto della Madonna, and Cala Santa Maria. Sunbathe on board and snack on island specialties along the way.

Discover the beauty of the La Maddalena archipelago on this hassle-free small-group catamaran trip. Departing from the Port of Palau, the itinerary helps you check off multiple islands, including Budelli, Spargi, and Manto della Madonna. With food included along the way, the trip is smooth and stress-free, giving you plenty of time to relax and enjoy the scenery.

See all seven islands in La Maddalena's stunning archipelago during this full-day excursion in a chartered sailboat. Listen to commentary on the coastal landscapes from your experienced captain as you cruise the waters, and even try your hand at the sailing wheel. Tours include snorkeling and paddleboard equipment, two swimming stops, and an onboard lunch and aperitif.

Alghero is one of the most captivating historic towns in Sardinia, but traveling around the city and to the nearby sights by public transportation can be a chore. With this tour, cover more ground on board an air-conditioned minivan and take in the medieval old town of Alghero and its Catalan architecture plus the nearby cliffs of Capo Caccia and an optional visit to Neptune’s Grottoes, among Italy’s largest caves.

Learn how to make authentic Italian pasta during a small-group cooking class with personalized attention. Join your local instructors in their beautiful traditional home near Cagliari. Roll your sleeves up and prepare local Sardinian varieties of gnocchi and ravioli. After the lesson, enjoy eating your creations, accompanied by seasonal vegetables, bread, and local wine—or opt for the express cooking class without lunch.

Golfo Aranci has been home to a pod of dolphins for more than a decade and they can often be spotted in the waters of the bay. With this scenic boat tour, skirt the coastlines of Capo Ceraso and Tavolara and stop to swim and snorkel in the clear waters off Spiaggia del Dottore before heading to Figarolo to spot bottlenose dolphins, mouflons, and gray herons who inhabit the island and its coast.

Adventurous, outdoor-loving travelers will enjoy this guided kayaking and snorkeling tour to the small islands and marine park around Cala Suaraccia. Beginners can take the easier option and use a double kayak, while experienced kayakers can enjoy having a single kayak to themselves. See lots of bird and marine life, relax on beautiful beaches, and enjoy the warm ocean water. This day can be as active or relaxed as you want it to be.

Swap beach time in Sardinia for a glimpse of local life, traditions, and lesser-known sights on this small-group tour. Visit places that would be hard to get to without your own transport, and stop off at stunning nature spots, such as Lake Liscia in Gallura, and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed olive trees of Luras. Other notable stops include Tempio Pausania and the archaeological site of Nuraghe Majori.

Jump on a quad bike for an adventure in southern Sardinia, and put a fun twist on your island sightseeing. The shore excursion from Cagliari comes complete with a port pickup and drop-off service for ultimate convenience, and takes place with a local guide so you get to discover the off-road sights, which include archaeological ruins and forests.

Our most complete off-road tour in Barbagia, to discover the town-museum of Orgosolo, in the center of Sardinia and the Supramonte, with the archaic traditions of Sardinian pastoral life! All our Adventours are designed in compliance with all the necessary balances for a healthy, sustainable and profitable tourist experience also for the local population.

Discover the coastal gems of southeastern Sardinia on this full-day tour from Cagliari. Learn more about the region’s history and culture as you pass landmarks including the Santuario e Basilica di Bonaria, Sella del Diavolo, and Molentargius Saline Regional Park, with insights provided by your small-group guide. Afterwards, enjoy free time for sunbathing, swimming, and snorkeling on two white-sand beaches.

Get more out of your time on the island of Sardinia with this 10-hour guided experience with a local family outside Cagliari. Learn about the Sardinian people and their traditions. Sample some of the region's specialty foods.

Hiking fans—this is the experience for you! Go to one of the best known beaches in Sardinia—Cala Luna, as part of a guided trekking adventure. Exploring the area with a guide eliminates the worry of getting lost, and means you can concentrate on the amazing views. See juniper trees, Mediterranean foliage, and incredible panoramas over Supramonte mountain range. Conveniently, the tour gives you the freedom to choose whether to head back to the harbor of Cala Gonone by boat on the way back instead of hiking.

We start from Orosei on board our Land Rover off-road vehicles and, thanks to our certified guides, we go to discover the most suggestive and least traveled points of the enchanting north coast of the Gulf of Orosei.

"Enter a typical farmhouse in the countryside around fascinating Alghero and experience an authentic Sardinian hands on pasta cooking class with a passionate local chef. Then sit down to share your meal along with regional wines . During the summer season it will be available only for dinner."

Be immersed in the rich heritage of rural Sardinia on this sunset hiking tour of Montalbo. Follow in the footsteps of ancient shepherds as you trek along mountain trails with your guide and small group, before stopping at the Punta Cupeti peak for a quintessentially Sardinian supper. Pickup from nearby hotels ensures hassle-free access to the rural departure point, with after-dark return drop-off included.

Escape to one of Sardinia’s loveliest island retreats during this full-day tour of San Pietro Island. Choose from shared or private options; the tour begins in the morning, when you’re picked up directly from your Chia or Domus de Maria accommodation. Journey via air-conditioned minivan to Calasetta, where you’ll board a ferry to the island. Upon arrival, swim in the turquoise sea, tour the vibrant town of Carloforte, see the Columns of Carloforte, and learn about San Pietro Island’s millennia of history.

Visit the village of Aritzo in Sardinia for an authentic experience of small town family life. Walk around the town, learn to prepare traditional dishes including fresh pasta, have lunch, and visit a small museum. Aritzo is located in the mountains of central Sardinia, within one of the world’s blue zones where people are reputed to live long lives. Find out more about this community from your local guide.

Take a break from busy Cagliari and discover Sardinia’s southwestern coastline on this full-day small-group tour to Chia. Learn about Sardinia’s landscape, wildlife, and local history from your guide, and enjoy free time to sunbathe and snorkel around two of the region’s best beaches. Beach locations may vary daily based on sea conditions, with returning transfer from Cagliari ensuring a hassle-free trip.