Sardinia: gastronomy, wine, and an authentic island (north)

Day's program:

• Arrival in Olbia
• Private transfer
• Walk through the historic center
• Basilica of San Simplicio
• Roman aqueduct and traces of ancient Olbia
• Pedres Castle

Description:

Upon arrival — private transfer and free time for an initial stroll around Olbia.

Olbia is a lively port city, from which the exploration of northeastern Sardinia begins.

In the historic center, you can find the Basilica of San Simplicio from the 11th-12th centuries, the ruins of the Roman aqueduct, traces of the Punic necropolis, and fragments of the ancient urban environment.

Outside the city, on a hill with a panoramic view of the bay, are the ruins of the medieval Pedres Castle from the 13th century: massive walls, a tower, and an open perspective of the surroundings.

The schedule remains relaxed: without a tight pace, focusing on the first sights and the historical context of the island.

Day's program:

• Porto Cervo
• Porto Rotondo
• Stella Maris Church
• San Pantaleo
• Beach Stop
• Tasting of Vermentino di Gallura DOCG (upon request)
• Yacht Day Along the Coast (optional)

Description:

Costa Smeralda — 55 km of the northeastern coast with bays, marinas, granite massifs, and recognizable resort architecture.

First — Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo, then the church of Stella Maris and San Pantaleo with workshops of local artisans.

If desired — a beach break for relaxation and swimming.

Vermentino di Gallura DOCG with local snacks or a fish lunch with white wine — upon request.

The yachting format — a separate option: a full day from Porto Cervo with stops at Cala di Volpe, Capriccioli, Spiaggia del Principe, and Cala Petra Ruja (optional).

Day's program:

• La Maddalena Island
• Caprera Island
• House-Museum of Giuseppe Garibaldi
• Garibaldi Memorial Chapel and Cemetery
• Beach Stops
• Stroll Through the Town of La Maddalena

Description:

The La Maddalena Archipelago — about 60 islands, an extensive coastline, and one of the most expressive marine areas of northern Sardinia.

First stop — La Maddalena Island and Caprera.

On Caprera, you will find the house-museum of Giuseppe Garibaldi, the memorial chapel, and the family cemetery.

After the historical part — swimming in the sheltered bays of the archipelago.

In the end — a stroll through the town of La Maddalena, the only urban center of the archipelago.

Day's program:

• Coastal Lagoons in the Oristano Area
• Oyster Farm
• Oyster Tasting (upon request)
• Beach Day in Northern Sardinia (optional)
• Fishing with a Captain (optional)

Description:

The main option is a trip to the coastal lagoon near Oristano and a visit to the oyster farm.

Local specialists demonstrate the cultivation lines, stages of oyster maturation, and explain why this lagoon shapes the flavor profile.

The tasting takes place right at the farm: fresh oysters are served without elaborate presentation, usually with a light white or local sparkling wine (upon request).

An alternative is a beach day on one of the northern Sardinian coasts (optional).

For fishing enthusiasts — a boat or yacht outing with a captain, equipment on board, coastal fishing or seasonal trolling, with breaks for relaxation and swimming (optional).

Day's program:

• Historical Center of Alghero
• Port Terra
• Bastion Forte della Maddalena
• Cathedral of Saint Mary
• Jewish Quarter
• Towers of San Giacomo, San Giovanni, and Sulis
• Churches of San Francesco and San Michele
• Neptune Caves

Description:

Alghero — a city with a Catalan past, fortified walls, coral workshops, and bilingual signs on the streets.

In the historic center — Port Terra, the Forte della Maddalena bastion, the Cathedral of St. Mary, the Jewish quarter, the towers of San Giacomo, San Giovanni, and Sulis.

Highlights include the Gothic-Catalan church of San Francesco and the Baroque church of San Michele with its distinctive dome.

Next — Neptune's Grotto at Cape Caccia: 659 steps down, underground halls, the saltwater lake of Lamarmora, and expressive stone formations.

Here, another perspective of Sardinia is evident: Catalan architecture, marine landscapes, and the artisanal tradition of Alghero.

Day's program:

• Crossing to Corsica
• Port and Upper Town of Bonifacio
• Genoese Fortifications
• Marine Cemetery
• Staircase of the King of Aragon
• Church of Santa Maria Maggiore
• Genoa Gate and Arms Square
• Boat trip along the limestone cliffs (optional)
• Helicopter tour of La Maddalena and the Bonifacio Strait (optional)
• Corsican Wine Tasting (upon request)

Description:

Bonifacio stands on white limestone cliffs 14 km from Sardinia and is considered one of the most expressive fortified towns in southern Corsica.

Key points — the port, the upper town, 16th-century Genoese fortifications, the Marine Cemetery, the staircase of King Aragon, the church of Santa Maria Maggiore, the Gates of Genoa, and the Place d'Armes.

From the Place d'Armes begins the Street of Two Emperors, associated with Charles V and Napoleon.

A sea trip along the limestone cliffs, grottos, and the natural fjord of Bonifacio — optional.

A helicopter tour of the La Maddalena archipelago, the Bonifacio Strait, and southern Corsica — optional.

Corsican wine tasting with Vermentino, Nielluccio, Sciaccarello, and rosé, cheeses, pâtés, wild herb honey, and chestnut desserts — upon request.

Day's program:

• Transfer to central Sardinia
• Fordongianus
• Ancient Thermal Complex
• Hyperthermal Springs
• Roman Bridge
• Stroll through Historic Streets

Description:

Fordongianus — a small town in central Sardinia with well-preserved traces of the Roman period.

The main point — the ancient thermal complex with hyperthermal springs at a temperature of about 55°C and mineral water known for its healing properties.

After the baths — a walk through narrow streets, archaeological fragments, and the Roman bridge, which still remains part of the urban environment.

Here is inner Sardinia: calm, ancient, and more intimate in atmosphere.

Day's program:

• Program Conclusion
• Private transfer to the airport

Description:

Free time before departure.

Then — individual transfer to the airport.

The finale remains calm, without additional excursion burdens.