Taste of Sardinia
An adventure to discover the wildest and most mysterious island in the Mediterranean.
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From the long beaches of Chia to the small islands of Sant’Antioco and San Pietro, along coastal roads of stunning beauty. Accompanied by the colors and scents of the Mediterranean maquis, native vineyards, and the omnipresent olive trees. Discovering local wines, traditional Sardinian cuisine, and the ritual of tuna fishing. Seeking an ancient past through the archaeological traces of the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, and ancient Sardinians. Always in contact with the Mediterranean Sea and its infinite colors and scents. A tour that will remain in your heart forever!
Tour Essence
- Stay in luxury hotels with sea view
- Learn more about Sardinian cuisine, wines, olive oil, and the tuna-fishing tradition in an exclusive visit to local fishers and producers
- Memorable rides along coastal roads, surrounded by Mediterranean scrub
- Discover natural monuments like the Carloforte Colonne stacks and the Tuerredda Beach
- Immerse yourself in Sardinian daily life with a cooking lesson by a local chef
- Ride to the island of San Pietro, home of an ancient Ligurian community
- Discover the profound history of the encounter between the Sardinians and the Phoenicians by visiting the Phoenician Museum of Sant’Antioco
What to Expect
Terrain
UndulatedStart Location
ChiaEnd Location
PortoscusoMileage
Average Daily: 31 miles Total: 185 milesElevation
Average Daily: 1,787 ft Total: 10,724 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
- Ciclismo Classico jersey and water bottles
- Cooking class
- Local product and wine tastings
- Cultural activities
- Shuttles to the start and at the end of the tour, and ferries during the tour
What’s Included
- Use of our exclusive carbon road bike, La Classica Ribelle (or Equivalent Carbon Road Bike)
- Garmin Edge Explore 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, 5 dinners
- Cultural activities
- Cooking class
2024
2025
Start Location
ChiaFly Into
Cagliari (CAG)End Location
PortoscusoFly Out Of
Cagliari (CAG)Warm up ride to Domus de Maria
Meals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
13 milesElevation Gain
744 ftRiding Terrain
Gently UndulatedMeals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Aquadulci Hotel
Just a few paces from one of the most enchanting beaches in the Mediterranean, Hotel Aquadulci embodies the most profound character of our island – its unobtrusive hospitality and ancient ability to make you feel at home amid nature.
Domus de Maria - Teulada & back to Chia
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
31 milesElevation Gain
2,549 ftRiding Terrain
Undulated with some climbsMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Aquadulci Hotel
Just a few paces from one of the most enchanting beaches in the Mediterranean, Hotel Aquadulci embodies the most profound character of our island – its unobtrusive hospitality and ancient ability to make you feel at home amid nature.
Chia to Sant'Antioco
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
43 milesElevation Gain
2,145 ftRiding Terrain
Few ClimbsMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Lu’ Hotel Maladroxia
The Lu’ Hotel Maladroxia is a newly refurbished 4-star hotel located just a few meters from the beach and a short distance from the ancient Phoenician town of Sant’Antioco. The hotel features a panoramic restaurant with a stunning view of Maladroxia Bay and a swimming pool.
Sant’Antioco loop ride
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
33 milesElevation Gain
1,984 ftRiding Terrain
Few climbsMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Lu’ Hotel Maladroxia
The Lu’ Hotel Maladroxia is a newly refurbished 4-star hotel located just a few meters from the beach and a short distance from the ancient Phoenician town of Sant’Antioco. The hotel features a panoramic restaurant with a stunning view of Maladroxia Bay and a swimming pool.
Sant'Antioco to Portoscuso
Meals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAverage Mileage
42 milesElevation Gain
2,007 ftRiding Terrain
Gently UndulatedMeals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAccommodations
Hotel Lido degli Spagnoli
Hotel Lido degli Spagnoli is a wonderful 4-star in the south of Sardinia right on the beach and just a few steps away from the town center. The Hotel is housed in a beautiful Spanish-style building right in front of San Pietro island, and offers an elegant open-air pool.
San Pietro Island Loop
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
23 milesElevation Gain
1,295 feetRiding Terrain
Few ClimbsMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Lido degli Spagnoli
Hotel Lido degli Spagnoli is a wonderful 4-star in the south of Sardinia right on the beach and just a few steps away from the town center. The Hotel is housed in a beautiful Spanish-style building right in front of San Pietro island, and offers an elegant open-air pool.
