Savor Sardinia
Culinary Delights. Enchanting Sights. Exotic in Every Way
Sardinia is often described as almost a continent in itself by many travelers, and you’ll see why on this unforgettable journey by bike as we discover the island’s diversity of landscapes, fascinating history, and distinctive cultures. We begin our bicycle tour in Tresnuraghes and then traverse the very center of the island through areas still untouched by tourism. From here, we continue on to discover the stunning coast in Cabras with its lagoons and flamingos, and explore the long sandy beaches of the Sinis peninsula, weaving through green pastures, rolling hills and mountains, oak forests, and past sand dunes and the sea with its ever-changing colors. Along the way we’ll encounter old mining ghost towns, discover the ancient Phoenician and Roman cities of Tharros and Nora, and ride along the breathtaking and winding coastal road to Pula, the perfect village to end this exciting biking tour and cultural journey.
Tour Essence
- Cycle through the Montiferru pastures and olive groves
- Visit the Phoenician and Roman settlement of Tharros and Nora
- Enjoy the Cabras lagoon with its flamingos and the white quartz sands of Arutas and Mari Ermi
- Explore the long, white sandy beaches of the Sinis Peninsula
- Pedal along the twisting coastal road of south Sardinia and its beaches
What to Expect
Terrain
RollingStart Location
TresnuraghesEnd Location
PulaMileage
Average Daily: 32 miles Total: 162 milesElevation
Average Daily: 1,728 ft Total: 8,640 ft
Once you have a trip confirmed, we will feed you a steady diet of additional pre-departure information that includes: How to train, prepare, pack and all the wonderful, inspirational and practical things you want and need to know before you go! Our Travel Advisors will be available to help plan your pre- and post-tour travel.
- Full van support
- Expert, bilingual guides
- 1 wine tasting
- Entrance to the Cabras and Tharros Archaeological Museum
- Visit Emidio, a local Malvasia di Bosa producer for a special wine tasting
- Entrance to the Cabras and Tharros Archaeological Museum
- Shuttles to the start and at the end of the trip
What’s Included
- Use of our exclusive carbon road bike, La Classica Ribelle (or Equivalent Carbon Road Bike)
- Garmin Edge Touring GPS loaded with the GPX tracks of your rides
- Two water bottles
- Saddle bag with repair kit
- Optional: Map holder on handlebar
Pedal Options
- Flat pedals
- Half-toe pedals (without straps)
What’s Not Included
- Helmet
- Optional: clipless/SPD pedals with shoes
- Optional: your own saddle
- All accommodations
- All breakfasts
- 3 lunches
- 4 dinners
We’ll sample the many flavors of the island on our cycling tour and discover how its unique regional cuisine varies from mainland Italy. Here, food is sacred and is the link that connects the locals to the land – the element that brings village communities together. On our journey through the island we’ll discover this connection and delight our palates with some of these delicious local dishes and regional wines. Sardinia actually produces the largest number of grapes of all Italian regions – more than 100 different local grapes – and our bike trip’s route passes through the wine vineyards of Malvasia di Bosa and includes a visit to the Contini winery. We’ll also make cheese with a local shepherd, stop at an olive mill to taste the local olive oil from Montiferru, and enjoy a sunset serenade by the famous Sardinian Tenores group. That’s bicycle touring Ciclismo style!
2023
Start Location
TresnuraghesFly Into
AlgheroEnd Location
PulaFly Out Of
Cagliari AirportTresnuraghes Warm-Up Ride
Meals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
8.5-mile warmup rideElevation Gain
950 ftRiding Terrain
Easy rolling with one climbMeals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Villa Asfodeli
Tonight, we stay in Tresnuraghes. The Asfodeli hotel is a charmingly casual place to rest our heads tonight, lying just a few miles from local sites like Porto Alabe Beach, Bosa Cathedral, and the Castle of Serravalle. Offering the most modern comforts for an unforgettable stay during your holiday in Sardinia, the 4-star Villa Asfodeli has a wellness area with gym, Turkish steam bath and whirlpool.
Tresnuraghes to Cabras
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
37 milesElevation Gain
1,250 ftRiding Terrain
Easy rolling with one climb in the morning, 3 short climbs after lunchMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Aquae Sinis
Located in the heart of Cabras, the 4-star Aquae Sinis is the ideal spot to experience the hospitality of the Sinis peninsula.
Cabras Loop
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
37.5 milesElevation Gain
1,580 ftRiding Terrain
Easy rolling with one climb before lunchMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Aquae Sinis
Located in the heart of Cabras, the 4-star Aquae Sinis is the ideal spot to experience the hospitality of the Sinis peninsula.
Cabras to Siddi
Meals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAverage Mileage
40.8 milesElevation Gain
2,260 ftRiding Terrain
HillyMeals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAccommodations
Hotel Baia di Nora
The Baia di Nora Hotel in Pula, in Southern Sardinia, is situated on the of Sardinia’s most unknown and captivating coasts, close to the ancient Phoenician city of Nora: a perfect place to enjoy nature and tranquillity.
Costa del Sud Loop
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
38 milesElevation Gain
2,600 ftRiding Terrain
One big climb and a few short uphills along the coastal roadMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Baia di Nora
The Baia di Nora Hotel in Pula, in Southern Sardinia, is situated on the of Sardinia’s most unknown and captivating coasts, close to the ancient Phoenician city of Nora: a perfect place to enjoy nature and tranquillity.
