DAY 1: ARRIVAL (OVERNIGHT IN TEMPIO DI PAUSANIA)

Upon arrival at Olbia Airport, proceed to collect the rental car and journey to Tempio di Pausania. The day allows for independent exploration of the city.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 2: ALGHERO, CAPO CACCIA & BAIA DI PORTO CONTE (OVERNIGHT IN TEMPIO DI PAUSANIA)

Commence the day with breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day of leisure to visit Alghero, Capo Caccia, and Baia di Porto Conte.
Recommended itinerary: Explore Alghero’s historic center, including the Church of San Francesco, the Cathedral, and the Bousquet walk. Embark on a boat excursion to the Grotte di Nettuno from Alghero’s port. Drive to Capo Caccia for a panoramic view and visit Palmavera Nuraghe on the return journey.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 3: COSTA SMERALDA, PORTO CERVO & PORTO ROTONDO (OVERNIGHT IN TEMPIO DI PAUSANIA)

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel. Choose to relax, explore, or visit the Costa Smeralda.
Suggested itinerary: Visit “Il Nurago la Prisgiona” in Arzachena, followed by a drive through San Pantaleo to the Emerald Coast. Explore Baia Sardinia and the scenic route of Costa Smeralda. Discover Porto Cervo, renowned for its boutiques, restaurants, and marina.

Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 4: CORSICA (OVERNIGHT IN TEMPIO DI PAUSANIA)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Opt for leisure time, beach activities, or a day trip to Corsica.
Recommended itinerary: Drive to Santa Teresa di Gallura and board a ferry to Bonifacio in Corsica. Explore the historical city and enjoy the panoramic views before returning.

Return to the hotel for the night.

DAY 5: SANT’ANTIOCO DI BISARCIO & BARUMINI (OVERNIGHT IN CAGLIARI)

After breakfast, depart to Sant’Antioco di Bisarcio to visit a Romanesque church. Continue to Barumini to explore the Nuraghe Su Nuraxi archaeological site, a significant megalithic monument in Europe.

Proceed to Cagliari for an overnight stay.

DAY 6: CAGLIARI & SANTA MARGHERITA DI PULA

Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel. Explore Cagliari, including its Roman Amphitheatre, Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Castello, and Torre dell’Elefante. In the afternoon, visit Santa Margherita di Pula for its archaeological site and beaches.

Overnight in Cagliari.

DAY 7: VILLASIMIUS & COSTA REI (OVERNIGHT IN CAGLIARI)

After breakfast, visit Villasimius and Costa Rei for their scenic beauty and nuraghi sites.

Return to Cagliari for the night.

DAY 8: BARBAGIA & DEPARTURE (AIRPORT OLBIA/CAGLIARI)

Enjoy breakfast before driving to Cagliari Airport or Olbia. For Olbia departures, consider a visit to Mount Tiscali and the Supramonte area. Alternatively, explore the SS125 route for stunning views of the Gulf of Orosei. Stop at Serra Orrios in Dorgali to explore the prehistoric village before heading to Santa Maria Navarrese for a seaside break.

Conclude your journey by returning the car at Olbia Airport and end the services.