Secrets of Sardinia Walking
Secrets of Sardinia Walking
Secrets of Sardinia Walking
8 Days Starting in Santu Lussurgiu and ending in Cabras
Visiting: Santu Lussurgiu, San Leonardo, Spiaggia di Santa Caterina di Pittinuri, Putzu Idu, San Salvatore, Tharros B&B, Cabras
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W07SA
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Age range:
12-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Tour Overview
Stunning Sardinia immediately evokes images of sparkling emerald waters
lapping idyllic white sand beaches, but away from the stylish resorts of the
Costa Smeralda, the island remains relatively undiscovered, with a
mountainous inner heartland contrasting with its wildlife rich marshes,
remote headlands and picture perfect shores. This 7 night self guided
holiday takes you on an impossibly scenic discovery of western Sardinia's
natural beauty, from the maquis scented slopes of the wild black Montiferru
mountains to the prolific birdlife of the Sinis wetlands, and from rugged
limestone cliffs dotted with panoramic watch towers to the picture perfect
sand and white quartz beaches of the Sinis peninsula. Of course Sardinia is
also an archaeologist's delight, boasting a historical treasure trove of
ancient settlements, including the fascinating Roman site of Tharros which
spans no less than 2000 years of history. Other man made highlights include
the early Christian basilica of San Giovanni and the quirky village of San
Giovanni Sinis, reminiscent of the American wild west, which sits completely
unpopulated apart from one week a year when a religious festival brings it to
life.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Santu Lussurgiu
Location: Santu Lussurgiu
Accommodation: Hotel
Arrive in the sleepy mountain village of Santu Lussurgiu. Explore its maze of
winding alleyways that cascade down the hillside, before dinner.
Day 2 : San Leonardo Loop Walk
Location: San Leonardo
Meals Included: breakfast
Head uphill with sweeping views over the Gennargentu mountains to the little
village of San Leonardo, famous for its crystal clear spring water. Enjoy the
Sunday market and a leisurely lunch in one of the many cafes, then it's an
easy downhill back to Santu Lussurgiu, past the statue of Christ which keeps
its panoramic watch over the village.
Day 3 : Santu Lussurgiu - Santa Caterina Di Pittinuri
Location: Spiaggia di Santa Caterina di Pittinuri
Meals Included: breakfast
We take you to the Montiferru Mountain, then admire the coastal vistas as you
descend through oak forest, olive groves and tranquil pastures to the
spectacular tuorquoise bay of Santa Caterina di Pittinuri. Don't miss the
gorgeous sunset here where the limestone cliffs are turned stunning shades of
yellow and pink.
Day 4 : Santa Caterina Di Pittinuri To Putzu Idu
Location: Putzu Idu
Meals Included: breakfast
Transfer to the Is Banas lagoon, home to grey herons and pink flamingos. Then
follow a clifftop path to the pristine sands of Su Pallosu beach. There's the
option to walk to Capo Mannu with its clifftop lighthouse and ancient Spanish
watchtowers to enjoy far reaching sea vistas. End the day in Putzu Idu, a
favourite spot for surfers.
Day 5 : Putzu Idu To San Salvatore Sinis
Location: San Salvatore
Meals Included: breakfast
Set off along the limestone cliffs of Su Tingiosu, rich in birdlife, before
reaching the stunning beaches of Is Arutas and Mari Ermi where fine grains of
white quartz form the sands. From here head inland through artichoke and
wheat fields to the quirky uninhabited village of San Salvatore Sinis, famous
for its Roman hypogeum (underground temple) and as the film set for spaghetti
westerns!
Day 6 : Tharros Loop And Capo San Marco
Location: Tharros B&B
Meals Included: breakfast
Walk along the lagoon of San Giovanni to the early Christian basilica of San
Giovanni di Sinis. Continue to the ancient site of Tharros, with its Roman
remains dating back to the 8th century BC. There's the option to extend the
walk along the coastline to the panoramic Capo San Marco before relaxing on
the beach at San Giovanni.
Day 7 : San Salvatore Sinis To Cabras
Location: San Salvatore
Meals Included: breakfast
Pass through artichoke fields, vineyards and olive groves to the Cabras
lagoon, the largest in the area and the perfect stop for a Sardinian lunch of
the local bottarga (cured fish roe) and Vernaccia wine! Continue to bustling
Cabras itself, the main town on the Sinis peninsula.
Day 8 : Leave Cabras
Location: Cabras
Meals Included: breakfast
Leave Cabras
What's Included
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Meals – Breakfast Only
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7 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of HHH and 3-star hotels
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Route directions and maps
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Luggage transfers between hotels
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Walk transfers
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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Solo traveller supplements (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)
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Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
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International Travel
Food
Accommodation
Your accommodation for the week is carefully chosen family run hotels and B&Bs which highlight the very best of Sardinian hospitality, including a converted 18th century aristocrat's residence, which is now part of the 'Slow Food' movement and a hacienda style hotel surrounded by lush gardens.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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