TOUR
Sardinia: Culture and Gastronomy
Ancient and popular traditions in an unforgettable blend
Besides this combination of sun and sea, there is more that many visitors suspect but rarely explore because they “don’t have the time.” Sardinia is an ancient land. Ancient traditions reveal themselves to those who have the will to understand them and devote a little time to them. Finding traces of the past, exploring nuraghi, Romanesque churches, and romantic towns is not enough if it is not combined with the discovery of gastronomy, which, more than any other cultural aspect, reveals the deepest traditions of a people. A one-week stay in Sardinia will be an unforgettable experience.
TOUR PLAN
Arrival in Olbia
Arrival at Olbia airport. Your guide will immediately take you to the island’s most famous Romanesque building: the Church of the Holy Trinity in Saccargia. Afterwards, you can taste the most famous Sardinian wines: Cannonau and Vermentino, in a wine cellar. Overnight stay in Alghero (2 nights).
Valley of the Nuraghi and the Culture of Bread
Excursion into the hinterland of Alghero, to the so-called Valley of the Nuraghi, where you will learn about the ancient culture of bread and try baking it with your own hands. A journey into the past, between nuraghi and early Christian necropolises.
Bosa, Malvasia, and Murals
Departure from Alghero to Bosa, the romantic town on the Temo River, also known for the art of fillet, which is still practiced by many women. In the surrounding area, where Malvasia grapes are grown to produce an excellent wine, we will also learn about the art of mural painting and beekeeping. Overnight in Oristano (3 nights).
Tharros and Oristano
Visit of Tharros, an ancient Punic city located on a narrow peninsula, and the ancient church of San Giovanni di Sinis. In Cabras, we will taste the famous mullet bottarga. Finally, we will visit Oristano. Dinner in a typical trattoria.
Cagliari
This day is dedicated to the capital, Cagliari, which stands out from the rest of the island with its castle, museum, market, and Poetto beach.
Sacred Sites of the Nuragic Sites
Today we reach the east coast, and along the way we will learn more about the Nuragic culture with a visit of the sacred spring of S. Cristina di Paulilatino and the Nuraghe of Abbasanta, one of the largest on the island, as well as the tomb of the giants of S’Ena e Thomes. Overnight in Orosei (2 nights).
Supramonte and East Coast
Off-road tour on the Golgo Plateau in Supramonte. A unique experience in contact with untouched nature. Typical shepherd’s meal in a sheepfold. Visit to Santa Maria di Navarrese. Return to the hotel.
Departure
Transfer to Olbia Airport. If there is time before departure, we will visit the Costa Smeralda and one of its typical inland villages. Goodbye Sardinia!
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