SARDINIA TOUR BY CAR
A driving holiday that will take you to discover the most beautiful and authentic areas of the island.
A comprehensive car tour of southern Sardinia that will allow you to experience all the many nuances of this magnificent land, traveling along untouched roads immersed in fairytale scenery.
Tour Itinerary
We present our proposal for a tour of Sardinia by car .
With just 5 days in Sardinia, you can experience extraordinary emotions and create
memories that will never fade .
1st
Day
ARRIVAL IN CAGLIARI
Arrival is scheduled at Cagliari Airport, where as soon as you disembark you can head to the pick-up point for your rental car.
Once the formalities are complete and you've picked up your car, we'll head to the first stop on our tour: the island of Sant'Antioco , the only island in Europe with populations historically diverse in language, traditions, and customs.
The northern part, belonging to the municipality of Calasetta , is in fact inhabited by a population of Ligurian origin, culture, and dialect, called "tabarchina" which derives from the Ligurian colony, while in the central part of Sant'Antioco the Sardinian dialect is mostly spoken (don't be scared but understanding Tabarchino will be a mission impossible).
We recommend you don't miss the famous Byssus Museum, the only one on the island, which showcases the manufacturing art of weaving with byssus, a type of natural marine silk obtained from the filaments secreted by a species of mollusk.
Free lunch and then we move towards Calasetta : a village perched on a hill that slopes down to the port where a tower stands. You will have the opportunity to admire all the typical white buildings that blend perfectly with the blue of the sea and the green of the juniper trees, typical vegetation of the island.
We move to the hotel where, after checking in, we can take a splendid walk along the Spiaggia Grande, one of the most beautiful beaches in Calasetta .
Free dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
2nd
Day
CARLOFORTE
After breakfast at the hotel, we'll head to the port of Calasetta , where we'll leave our car and board the public ferry to the island of Carloforte . Carloforte still retains its Genoese roots, both in language and culture. This stunning island boasts characteristic, narrow, and colorful alleys.
Here in Carloforte, tuna reigns supreme, and is celebrated in a very famous annual festival: Il Girotonno, which celebrates a tradition centered on tuna fishermen, rais, and tuna fishermen.
The tuna fishermen begin with propitiatory prayers led by the Rais who guides them from his Musciara, or his boat.
From here follows the capture, slaughtering and processing according to artisanal methods that still take place today in the very few historic tuna fisheries still active.
Of course, we recommend you don't miss a delicious tuna-based lunch, so we recommend going to Tonno di Corsa —you'll be thrilled.
In the evening we will return with our ferry to Calasetta and head to the hotel.
Free dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
3rd
Day
TOWARDS CAGLIARI
Breakfast at the hotel and we set off towards Cagliari, the island's capital, following the entire coastal road and making stops that are essential for us.
We'll dedicate our first relaxing stop to Tuerredda Beach. You'll fall in love with it at first sight, and upon seeing it, you'll be able to confirm the unanimous thought: 'I don't remember anything like it!'
Tuerredda beach is a natural wonder, a 'pearl' reminiscent of Caribbean scenery, and has become an undisputed symbol of Sardinia, thanks to the intense blue of the water, the green of the shrubs, and the delicate gold of the fine sand (booking is essential for entry, as places are limited) .
Free lunch and in the early afternoon we continue our journey towards Santa Margherita di Pula with a stop in Nora : it was one of the first Phoenician cities in Sardinia (8th century BC), a trading hub, as well as a port with an enviable position, on the isthmus of Capo Pula, from which one could set sail in any wind, archaeological excavations have brought to light a Phoenician-Punic cemetery, with remains of temples and steles.
At the end of the visit, we continue towards Cagliari , where we will stay in a centrally located accommodation that will allow us to experience the scents, music, and magic of the splendid Sardinian capital.
Free dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
4th
Day
VISIT TO CAGLIARI
Breakfast at the hotel and a full day dedicated to visiting Cagliari : glimpses of historic neighborhoods overlooking the sea, shopping streets and panoramic terraces, including the inimitable bastion of Santa Croce , where you can spend romantic evenings after fiery sunsets.
Cagliari is the island's main and most populous city, and its four historic districts preserve millennia-old stories spanning from prehistory to the Savoy era.
The Castello district stands on the highest hill, characterised by ancient bastions, now terraces where the nightlife comes alive, and by picturesque streets overlooking noble residences: Palazzo Regio and Palazzo di Città , as well as the cathedral of Santa Maria .
For lunch, we recommend that you don't miss the delicious typical Cagliari dishes at Pane e Casu .
In the evening, return to the hotel, free dinner and overnight stay.
5th
Day
VILLASIMIUS
Breakfast at the hotel, and on this last day, we can't forget to stop on the opposite side of the island, in Villasimius : intense colors of the sea, clear and brilliant waters, granite rocks, delightful coves, long stretches of sand, lagoons and green hills, settings chosen for commercials, which instill unique emotions.
Must-see stops: Punta Molentis with the blue and turquoise of the sea, the bright white of the beach, dotted with pink on the shoreline, and the green of the Mediterranean scrub and then Torre delle Stelle where the the lights of the villas in the evening
they illuminate the cliff like a firmament and are reflected in the clear, placid sea, whose surf gently laps against two strips of soft, light sand.
The two white expanses separated by the scenic promontory are Cann'e Sisa and Genn'e Mari , the beaches of Torre delle Stelle.
We recommend a final relaxing lunch with a sandwich on the shore at one of the traditional kiosks. Afterwards, we'll return to Cagliari in time to complete the rental car return formalities and head back to our original location.
Major
Information
Your fee includes
Rental car in your chosen category from Cagliari Airport to Cagliari Airport for the entire duration of your stay, including:
Basic third-party liability insurance is included and covers only damage caused to third parties. It does not cover damage to the rental vehicle or improper use of the vehicle.Accommodation in a ***S hotel in Calasetta and **** in a double room with Bed & Breakfast treatment;
1 typical aperitif at the hotel in Calasetta;
Public passenger ferry from Calasetta to Carloforte and vice versa;
Europ Assistance non-stop medical insurance;
VAT and statutory taxes.
Your fee does not include
Travel to and from Sardinia (but upon request we can provide you with our best quote);
Single room accommodation;
Meals and drinks (where not indicated);
Guide service, tips, entrance fees of any kind and anything not expressly indicated in "The price includes".
Here's why your tour of Sardinia starts from Alguer Viaggi
SPECIALISTS IN SARDINIA TOURS
Our programming is made up of itineraries studied and created on site, through visits to places, means of transport and hotels .
TRAVEL WITH EVERYTHING ORGANIZED
Our tours include flights, hotels, transportation, guided tours, and travel insurance. These organized trips will help you discover a Sardinia you've never seen before .
ALWAYS AVAILABLE FOR YOU
Travelers who rely on Alguer Viaggi are protected by active assistance from the day of departure to the day of return, 24/7 .
PERSONALIZED OFFERS
Unmissable offers for our customers. Plus, you can lock in the price of our deals to protect yourself from potential price increases. No surprises before departure .
Frequently Asked Questions
DOES THE TOUR HAVE FIXED DATES?
No, the tour has flexible dates that can be adapted to suit the traveler's needs.
CAN WE ADD A FERRY OR FLIGHT TO THE TOUR?
Yes, we can offer ferry tickets with special promotional rates, as well as flight fares based on your city of origin.
WHAT TYPES OF CARS ARE AVAILABLE?
We have Category A vehicles available such as the Volkswagen Up, Category B vehicles such as the Fiat Panda, Category C vehicles such as the Citroen C3, Category J vehicles such as the Toyota Aygo, Medium Category vehicles such as the Skoda Kamiq, Volkswagen T-roc and Large Category vehicles such as the Volvo XC60, Volkswagen Touareg.
WHAT DOES THE CAR RENTAL PRICE INCLUDE?
Airport/city supplement;
TAXES;
Vehicle registration fee;
Unlimited mileage.
Basic Coverage
For example for 7 days
Responsible for the deductible of €2,500.00 per accident for damage to the vehicle or theft
Included
Reduction of financial liability for damages €1,800.00
Reduction of financial liability for theft €2,500.00
Extended Roadside Assistance
CAN SOME LOCATIONS BE SUBSTITUTED ON THE TOUR?
Yes, of course, the tour can be adapted, reworked, or modified based on your needs. You can make this request directly using the contact form at the bottom of this page or by calling us at +39 339 190 9032.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO CHOOSE A DIFFERENT TYPE OF ROOM IN THE HOTELS SELECTED FOR THE TOUR?
Of course, you can choose a different room type based on availability during the booking process (e.g., sea view, pool view, ground floor, with patio or balcony) or choose a hotel of a higher category than the one you originally booked.
ARE MEALS INCLUDED IN THE TOURS?
No, our tours only include breakfast at the hotel, except for a few programs where we include special tasting experiences and where we recommend specific restaurants that we've personally tested. If you have different requirements, we can also offer a quote including dinner and/or lunch, provided the selected hotels allow it.
WHAT ARE THE PAYMENT METHODS?
For all tours, we require a 30% deposit upon confirmation, plus any remaining balance for airline or ferry tickets, and full payment 30 days prior to booking.