Once upon a time in Sardinia.
Two weeks around Italy’s best kept secret, visiting Cagliari, Oristano, Alghero, and Olbia.
“I love Sardinia because it feels like a totally different version of Italy. It’s modern and ancient and wild and sophisticated, all at the same time.” —David Tordi
Sardinia
13 Days / 12 Nights / 15 Travelers Max
$6495 per person (double occupancy)
+$1500 single supplement
$1000 deposit reserves each spot
Full balance due 90 days before departure
May 24 — June 5, 2026
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September 20 — October 2, 2026
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Highlights
Golfo Aranci
La Pelosa
Bosa
Sardinian Sun, Sand, Water, and Color
Alghero
Cagliari
Ancient Landscapes
Sardinian Nuraghe
Gorropú Gorge
Traditional Food & Agriculture
Cheese Farm Visit
Sardinian Cooking Class
Itinerary
Tharros
The tour starts in Cagliari, Italy and ends in Olbia, Italy.
Day 1. Welcome celebration at the Cagliari hotel, orientation walk, group dinner. (Sleep in Cagliari 2 nights)
Day 2. Local guided tour of Cagliari and Archaeological Museum. Group lunch. Free afternoon and evening.
Day 3. Morning visit to UNESCO World Heritage nuragic site of Barumini. Arrive in Oristano for an orientation walk and group dinner. (Sleep in Oristano 2 nights)
Day 4. Walking tour of Oristano followed by a cooking class and lunch together. Free afternoon.
Day 5. Morning guided tour of Phoenician archaeological site, Tharros, then continue to colorful hill town of Bosa. Arrive in Alghero for hotel check in and orientation walk along the sea and a group dinner together. (Sleep in Alghero 3 nights)
Day 6. Walking tour of Alghero. Free time and dinner on our own.
Day 7. Day trip to hill town of Castelsardo, then visit stunning beaches of La Pelosa area for free time to explore and lunch on our own. Group dinner in Alghero.
Day 8. Depart to Orgosolo (2h30m drive), where we will explore the mural-painted historic center and enjoy a countryside tour with shepherds to learn about the incredible Sardinian pecorino cheese. Group lunch near Orgosolo. Arrive in Oliena, check in at our hotel, orientation walk and group dinner together. (Sleep in Oliena 3 nights)
Day 9. Local guided tour of Oliena. Depart to a nearby winery for a wine tour and group lunch. Return to Oliena, free evening and dinner on our own.
Day 10. Day excursion to the ancient Nuragic village of Tiscali and canyon of Gorropù. Group lunch in the park. Return to Oliena, free evening and dinner on our own.
Day 11. Depart to Golfo Orosei for a boat tour of the dramatic coastline and sea caves. Afternoon arrival in the Olbia/Golfo Aranci area (the famous Costa Smeralda) for hotel check in, orientation walk and group dinner along the sea. (Sleep in Olbia 2 nights)
Day 12. Walking tour of Olbia. Lunch on our own and free time. Return to Golfo Aranci hotel for our farewell dinner together.
Day 13. Tour is over after breakfast. We well help arrange transportation to Olbia Airport as needed. Arrivederci!
What’s Included
Sardinian Cooking Class
Included:
A small group experience of 10-15 people
Twelve nights accommodation, including all breakfasts
Six group dinners & four group lunches, drinks included (reasonable limits)
Sardinian cooking class, wine tasting, and cheese farm visit
All group sightseeing activity entrances and local guides
Transport by private vehicle
All tips for guides, hotels, restaurants, and drivers.
Pre-tour travel consultation with David
Not Included:
Airfare & airport transportation
Activities not included with the tour
Hotel extras and room service
Extra wine at group meals
Travel insurance
Conditions:
Tour itinerary and What’s Included details subject to change. Future substitutions will be approximately equal or better in value.
FAQ
Arzachena & Tomb of the Giants
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Coming soon
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We stay in comfortable and where possible, culturally interesting, 4-star hotels.
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Be prepared to walk 3 to 5 miles per day and be able to stand in place for stretches of time while engaging with local guides.
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Free time is an essential part of our tours. Most days have significant free time to explore further on your own, relax, or just clear your mind.
