Cycling in Sardinia

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Cycling in Sardinia

8 Days Starting in Cabras and ending in Cagliari

Visiting: Cabras, San Giovanni di Sinis, Via Tharros, Arborea, Costa Verde, Spiaggia di Piscinas, Portixeddu, Scoglio Pan di Zucchero, Nebida, Portoscuso, Carloforte, San Pietro Island, Sant'Antioco, Sulcis, Pula, Cagliari

Tour operator:

Exodus

Tour code:

MWK

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

6 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium, Moderate

Age range:

16-99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$2908

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NB: Prices correct on 17-May-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Often referred to as the 'land of silence', Sardinia is a place of outstanding natural beauty, with its crystal-clear sea, limestone ridges and deep gorges. During the week we ride across the wild and pristine southwestern part of the region, passing abandoned mines, ancient ruins and gleaming white beaches. The route starts with a circular ride through the fascinating Sinis wetlands, home to colonies of pink flamingos, then moves on 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 the beautiful beach of Portixeddu where the impressive Pan di Zucchero white cliff towers out of the emerald waters. We then board a local 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 pedalling across the rolling hills of the stunning Costa del Sud, with its white beaches, coastal pools and imposing high cliffs. Having built a good appetite, you will have plenty of opportunities to sample Sardinia's unique, mouth-watering cuisine: the perfect mix for a great week of cycling!

Highlights

Cycle along Sardinia’s unspoilt southwestern coast
Enjoy Sardinian warm hospitality and delicious cuisine
Relax on Sardinia's stunning beaches
Explore fascinating archaeological sites and picturesque fishing villages

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Day 1 : Start Cabras.

Location: Cabras

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: No Meals

Start Cabras, in the Sinis peninsua, approx. 110km from Cagliari airport.

Day 2 : Ride Through The Sinis Wetlands To The White Quartz Beach Of Is Arutas And The Phoenician Site Of Tharros.

Location: San Giovanni di Sinis, Via Tharros, Arborea

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

We start the week with a ride across the fascinating Sinis wetlands, whose

lagoons are home to colonies of pink flamingos and a wealth of other

birdlife, which nest here for part of the year. We cycle to the coast at Mari

Ermi and the spectacular white quartz beach of Is Arutas. A short ride down

the peninsula to San Giovanni Sinis takes us to the Punic and Roman city of

Tharros, one of the island's most important archaeological sites from this

era, overlooking the emerald sea (optional guided visit).

Day 3 : Cycle Along The Costa Verde And On To Piscinas Beach.

Location: Costa Verde, Spiaggia di Piscinas

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today we ride through the natural beauty spots of the Costa Verde (Green

Coast), named after the green, wild vegetation that covers much of its

mountainous surroundings and the colour of its water. We cycle across

reclaimed farmland to the picturesque fishing village of Marceddi and to the

long beach of Piscinas, bordered by huge sand dunes - some over 50m high!

From Piscinas we head back to our cosy accommodation.

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.

Location: Portixeddu, Scoglio Pan di Zucchero, Nebida

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This is another tough day, but we are rewarded with superb scenery! After a

fantastic descent to the Mannu River, we reach the start of the miles of

remote golden beaches around Portixeddu. We cycle past the abandoned mines of

Pranu Sartu and the stunning inlet of Cala Domestica before reaching the 130m

high sea-stack of Pan di Zucchero and the former mining village of Nebida.

Day 5 : Descend To Fontanamare; Board The Ferry To The Fishing Village Of Carloforte.

Location: Portoscuso, Carloforte, San Pietro Island, Sant'Antioco

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today's route starts with a beautiful descent to Fontanamare followed by an

undulating coastal ride to Portoscuso. Here, we board the local ferry to the

fishing village of Carloforte, the only existing one on Isola di San Pietro.

(San Pietro island) There is time to explore this delightful islet with its

sandy coves, dramatic rocky headlands and tiny hamlets, before rejoining the

ferry to the equally unspoilt island of Sant' Antioco.

Day 6 : Cycle Through The Meadows Of Sant'antioco; Visit The Romanesque Pisan Sanctuary And Ride Along The Quiet Country Lanes Of Sulcis.

Location: Sant'Antioco, Sulcis

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning we cycle through the lush meadows of the island of

Sant’Antioco before crossing back to the mainland and visit the Pisan

sanctuary at Tratalias, dating back to the Romanesque period. From here we

ride across the quiet country lanes of Sulcis until we reach the village of

Sant’Anna Arresi. Nearby are the pinewoods, lagoons and beaches of Porto

Pino.

Day 7 : Pedal Across The Rolling Hills Of The Costa Del Sud; Climb Up To The High Point Of Cape Malfatano For Views Of The Coast; Transfer And Overnight In Cagliari.

Location: Pula, Cagliari

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today is the longest day in terms of distance. We pedal across the beautiful

southern countryside over the jagged coastal plains of the Costa del Sud, a

wild and unspoilt region of gleaming white beaches, coastal pools and

imposing high cliffs punctuated by 16th Century Spanish watchtowers. We cycle

as far as Cape Teulada, Sardinia’s southernmost tip, where dramatic cliffs

rise up to 230m above the crystal clear sea. We stop in Pula, famous for its

proximity to the ancient Phoenician site of Nora, founded in the 9th Century

BC and now partly submerged under the sea (optional guided visit). From the

end of the ride we take a transfer to Cagliari, where we celebrate the end of

a great cycling week; dinner and overnight in Cagliari.

Day 8 : End Cagliari.

Location: Cagliari

Meals Included: Breakfast

End Cagliari.

What's Included

Local bike hire
All breakfasts and 2 dinners
All accommodation (see below)
All transport and listed activities
Tour leader throughout
Flights from London (if booking incl. flights)
Meals

7 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 2 dinners.
All breakfasts and 2 dinnersAll accommodation (see below)All transport and listed activitiesTour leader throughoutFlights from London (if booking incl. flights)Local bike hire

What's Not Included

Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request)
Visas or vaccinations
Local taxes (approx. EUR 10 per person, see Trip Notes)

Food

All breakfasts and 2 dinners included. Italy’s cuisine is hearty,
satisfying and full of flavour. Inspired by the kitchens of the nonna,
Italy’s food is authentic and surprising – pizza and pasta are only the
tip of the iceberg when it comes to the diverse array of unforgettable food
you’ll find on this trip. The Traditional Sardinian cuisine is full of
local and delicious recipes. Popular specialities include: roast suckling
pig, excellent seafood dishes and local Sardinian wines, such as Vermentino,
Nuragus, Cannonau and Monica. Mirto is Sardinia’s after dinner liqueur,
which is made from the leaves of the myrtle plant. As a visitor it can be
hard to escape the tourist traps that is why our local leaders will be at
hand with some good restaurant recommendations.

Accommodation

We use comfortable three- and four-star hotels and good quality agriturismos (renovated farmhouses). All accommodation is locally owned and family-run and the hotels have been carefully selected for their welcoming atmosphere and delicious home-made cuisine. All rooms are comfortable with en suite facilities. Some hotels have a swimming pool, one is conveniently located near a beautiful beach, while others are in the quiet Sardinian countryside or pretty villages.

Examples of hotels we use are:

Cabras: Villa Canu or Aquae Sinis

Arborea: Hotel le Torri

Arbus: Agriturismo Rocce Bianche

Nebida area: Locanda L’Agusteri

Sant’Antioco: MuMA Hostel

Sant’Anna Arresi area: Lù Hotel or Grotta del Tesoro

Cagliari: Hotel Italia or Due Colonne or Regina Margherita

We can arrange single rooms throughout the trip (subject to availability). Please check with your sales representative for availability and prices.

Due to the layout of the accommodations, single bedrooms vary in size, and in the hotel in Cagliari they can either be double rooms for single use or standard single rooms, according to availability. Please be aware that some single rooms can be on the small side.

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Are flights included in this tour?

International flights are not included with this tour.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

We are happy to assist with pre and post tour accommodation. Please enquire for detailed information.
Who is Exodus Travels?

At Exodus Travels, we've been exploring the world for nearly 50 years. From Walking and Trekking, Cultural and Cycling, Responsible Wildlife, to Polar and our new Premium Adventures, we are proud to offer award-winning small group and self-guided tours to 100+ countries worldwide.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

There are no specific health risks.
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

No visa required for British passport holders.

Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

If you would like to be paired with a tour member of the same gender, there is no additional charge. A single supplement can be requested if you would like your own room.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Minimum 16 years old people can go on this tour
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes.
What is the maximum group size?

16
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Exodus has been trading since 1974
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Cycling in Sardinia was great!

Sardinia is a great location for a cycling holiday

Sardinia is a great location for a cycling holiday. The coastline is dramatic, the countryside is attractive and people are very pleasant and helpful. The week was well organised and managed by our 2 guides. The food is delicious and we enjoyed regular water/ fruit/ snack/ coffee/ gelato stops. Day 2 was the toughest for me as there were a few challenging uphills. The effort was worth it, however, as we stayed in an excellent agrotourism establishment and the next morning the long freewheel downhill back to the coast was tremendous! I did the trip in the low season - the last week in May and at the beaches/roads were very quiet, apart from in a couple of places near to towns and in these places a mini bus transfer was arranged.

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Very well organised and enjoyable trip taking in s

Very well organised and enjoyable trip taking in some amazing scenery both coastal and inland.

Like Amalfi without the cars!

This was one of the best cycling trips I have done

This was one of the best cycling trips I have done. Exhilarating descents, sweeping bends, beautiful coastal views and very few cars. There was an opportunity to swim in the sea every day (although the water - in early June - was very ‘refreshing’). The food was good throughout, with the best Lasagne I have ever had in Cabras.

Challenging Cycling on a Wonderful Island

This was our second Exodus cycling holiday, and th

This was our second Exodus cycling holiday, and the best so far. We went to Cuba last year which was also designated as "moderate" but the Sardinia profile was much more challenging. However, we chose to go early in the season which meant that it was quiet and the temperature was much more conducive to cycling. Most of the days were much more reasonable from a cycling point of view and the scenery was stunning. Sardinia seems particular uncommercialised and the food was generally excellent.

Cycling in Sardinia

This is an excellent destination, withgreat scener

This is an excellent destination, withgreat scenery, and superb beaches. The cycling was good and the leaders did an excellent job in making this an enjoyable holiday for the whole group.

cycling in Sardinia

What a great trip - made even better by the enthus

What a great trip - made even better by the enthusiasm of the guides particularly Michaela who when we scored a goal either on the day we played 5 a side football or even table football went absolutely bonkers as if it was the winner goal of the world cup On one evening they suggested we made an early start and go back up the big hill we came down the day before ! Yep 4 of us did it and agreed it was the highlight of the week and a great start to the day as we were back for a shower and breakfast, They said they had not thought of it before but would now do it every time as it was amazing, we were also very lucky to catch 2 festivals where we were the only tourists around -Alexandross and Michaela organised transport to both, I HAD SUCH A GOOD TIME AND A GREAT LAUGH

Cycling in Sardinia

This is a fantastic, well organised trip. If you

This is a fantastic, well organised trip. If you enjoy cycling and don't mind putting in some effort to get up a few tricky hills, you will be rewarded with beautiful scenery and lovely food. We had a mixed group of cyclists, some of whom were doing their first cycling holiday and I think everyone enjoyed it. The organisation and encouragement of our tour leader Michele Q and his assistant Ado helped to make this a really memorable trip.

Wonderful Sardinia holiday

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this trip. It had

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this trip. It had a great deal to offer- nice cycling (fair bit challenging but not too difficult for a reasonably fit person), lovely views on the coast, interesting archaeological sites, excellent, top-class guides, generally nice Italian food, good hotels, vary nice group of fellow cyclists, lovely beaches, swimming pools at some hotels, comfortable hotels, etc

Cycling around the island of Sardinia

Good cycling around the island. A couple of the da

Good cycling around the island. A couple of the days are a bit tough, but you can always get in the bus if you don't fancy it.

CYCLING IN SARDINIA

Awesome trip to Sardinia's west coast. Cycling in

Awesome trip to Sardinia's west coast. Cycling in the hills was really nice and the scenery was fantastic.

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