8 days tour

Walking In Sardinia

$ 2,400 .00 USD

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Walking In Sardinia

This tour includes:

Guide

A UK Exodus leader will accompany the group on all programmed activities.

Transport

A private minibus will be used for transfers and local transport will be used for organised excursions. All travelling is on reasonably good roads. Weather permitting, there is also a boat ride on Day 7.

Meals

All breakfasts, five lunches and five evening meals are included. In the itinerary, we state which meals are included on each day. Breakfast: Buffet including cereals, yoghurts, fresh fruit and cold meats. Lunch: Large paninis (filled with cold meats/cheese), cake and fruit. Evening meal: Three-course meal with soup/salad for starters; meat/fish for main course and local dessert. Popular Sardinian specialities include roast suckling pig, excellent seafood dishes, and local wines, such as vermentino, nuragus, cannonau and monica. Mirto, which is made from the leaves of the myrtle plant, is Sardiniaโ€™s after-dinner liqueur. Although meals mostly consist of meat/fish, the hotel staff endeavour to meet specific dietary requirements. Please advise us before departure so the hotel has sufficient time to prepare.

Others

All transport and listed activities

Accommodation

Il Querceto is our host for this walking adventure in Sardinia. Itโ€™s a relatively modest hotel but run by a local family who have created a home-from-home feel and serve delicious, hearty meals. The hotel itself is adorned with locally crafted wooden furniture and contemporary regional artwork while facilities include a bar, restaurant and terrace. Weโ€™ve found our groups tend to gather on the terrace with a drink post-walk and pre-dinner, an ideal time to reminisce about the dayโ€™s adventures. Additionally, the hotel is within walking distance of Dorgali, a small town specialising in crafts and ceramics, where there are shops, restaurants and bars. Itโ€™s also a 10 to 15-minute bus ride to the beach, where youโ€™ll also find a row of restaurants and cafes. Worth knowing An indoor pool is available (access costs โ‚ฌ10, to be paid at reception, depending on pool capacity)

Not included:

Others

โ€” Travel insurance โ€” Single accommodation (available on request) โ€” Visas or vaccinations โ€” Local taxes (approximately โ‚ฌ10 per person, see Trip Notes)

Flights

International flights are not included in the brochure price

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included

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Itinerary of your trip Walking In Sardinia

  • Day 1 Day 1: Fly To Olbia; Transfer To Dorgali (Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Fly To Olbia; Transfer To Dorgali (Dinner)

      Our week begins at Hotel Il Quercieto in Dorgali. In the evening, our guide will hold a welcome meeting to discuss the week ahead, give advice on the local area and answer any questions.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Take An Old Path Around Monte Tului With Beautiful Views Of The Gulf Of Orosei (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Take An Old Path Around Monte Tului With Beautiful Views Of The Gulf Of Orosei (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      We start with an orientation walk, talking an old path that winds around Monte Tului (3,005ft/916m) and offers some of the best views of the Gulf of Orosei to one side, and the mountainous interior around Dorgali on the other. The walk should take around five hours.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Walk Along The Gorropu Gorge, The Deepest Natural Canyon In Italy; Free Time To Paddle On The Flumineddu River (Breakfast,Lunch)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Walk Along The Gorropu Gorge, The Deepest Natural Canyon In Italy; Free Time To Paddle On The Flumineddu River (Breakfast,Lunch)

      Enjoy sweeping views on a drive above the Flumineddu Valley, before arriving at Gorropu Gorge, also known as the Grand Canyon of Europe. Its narrow, vertical walls reach 655ft (200m), making it the deepest natural gorge in Europe. Appreciate all its glory on our walk, which takes around six hours. There is a chance to paddle in the river, if conditions allow. This evening, there is the opportunity to enjoy dinner in a restaurant in Dorgali centre โ€“ payable locally.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Explore The Nuragic Village Of Serra Orrios; Relax On An Idyllic Sandy Beach; Local Wine Tasting (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Explore The Nuragic Village Of Serra Orrios; Relax On An Idyllic Sandy Beach; Local Wine Tasting (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      Today we learn more about the Nuragic people, considered the most accomplished yet mysterious civilisation in the Mediterranean. We start with a drive to the Giants Tomb, a megalithic grave site from the Bronze Age, before visiting the Serra Orrios archaeological complex, home to a fascinating collection of stone hut ruins. We then have time for a quick coffee stop before driving to Cala Orsala. This is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, surrounded by rocks, pinewoods and lush Mediterranean scrub. We have lunch on the beach (weather permitting). Next up is a visit to the Grotta Ispinigoli, a cave home to the longest stalactite-stalagmite column in Europe. We finish the day in style, heading to a winery (cantina) for a tasting and short talk about the local wines.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Free Day; Explore The Dorgali Archaeological Sites, Take A Self-Guided Walk Or Hit The Beach (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Free Day; Explore The Dorgali Archaeological Sites, Take A Self-Guided Walk Or Hit The Beach (Breakfast)

      Today is free to explore the archaeological sites of the Dorgali region, take an optional self-guided walk or simply relax by the beach and enjoy the leisurely Sardinian lifestyle. Horse riding can also be arranged (the price and all details to be agreed locally with the hotel). Alternatively, take an optional boat trip to the Bue Marino Grotto (weather permitting).

  • Day 6 Day 6: Walk Around The Prehistoric Tiscali Village, Built Inside A Cave; Visit The Su Gologone Springs (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Walk Around The Prehistoric Tiscali Village, Built Inside A Cave; Visit The Su Gologone Springs (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      Today we visit the mysterious Nuragic village of Tiscali โ€“ not much is known about its origins, nor the people who lived there. It seems to have been populated before the Nuragic era but archaeologists put its main period of activity between the second and first centuries BCE. The dwellings are virtually invisible until you are at the vast cavity in which they are built. This has led some to postulate that people returned here to hide from the Romans. We also visit Su Gologone, described as a natural masterpiece, where karst has been sculpted by rushing water as it exits the gorge. The water is tinged green or blue, depending on the angle of the sun, and an astonishing 130 gallons (500 litres) of water per second comes crashing out of the chasm into this mini oasis.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Explore Caves And Cliffs On A Walk From Cala Luna Beach; Free Afternoon (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Explore Caves And Cliffs On A Walk From Cala Luna Beach; Free Afternoon (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      We start the day with a boat trip to Cala Luna, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean. Here there will be time to explore the large caves and, as this is a popular spot for rock climbing, we may get to see some enthusiasts put their skills to the test. The walk back to Cala Gonone taks us through a vast forest and along deep gulleys, with occasional views of the coast. At the end of the walk at Cala Gonone we will have time for a very welcome drink and the opportunity for a swim before we return to Dorgali.

  • Day 8 Day 8: End Dorgali (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: End Dorgali (Breakfast)

      Our Sardinia trip comes to an end after breakfast. Say a fond farewell to Hotel Il Quercieto, before beginning your return journey home.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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