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Sardinia North Route

Along Costa Smeralda.

Sardinia encompasses a range of diverse faces, from the stereotyped yachting elite of the fabled Costa Smeralda to the simple shepherd’s society of the mountainous interior. This tour will show both aspects of this beautiful island. Expect a dramatic variety of sceneries: from glorious beaches and rocky groves on every coast to the forested mountains and the wild “macchia” that carpets the interior which accounts for a rich diversity of wildlife. Starting from the Costa Smeralda, on the north-east tip of Sardinia the tour developes westwards to end in Alghero, probably the most beautiful town of the island. Breathtaking views and variety of scenery are guaranteed!

8 Days / 7 Nights
self guided

Price calculation

Itinerary

Day

Arrival to Cannigione

Welcome briefing and handing over of rental bicycles only on Saturdays at 5 pm. On any other days you will find the travel documents and bicycles deposited in your arrival hotel.

Day

Costa Smeralda loop

approx. 55 km

Entdecken Sie die Schönheiten der wunderschönen Costa Smeralda ohne Millionäre! Per Rad geht es von Cannigione nach Arzachena, hinauf in die Hügel von San Pantaleo und wieder zurück nach Porto Cervo, dem bekannten Millionärsort in der Baia Sardinia.

Day

La Maddalena Archipel

approx. 60 km

Von Cannigione radelt man entlang der Küste nach Palau. Von dort geht es mit der Fähre in die pulsierende Stadt La Maddalena. Man quert die Brücke nach Caprera, der Heimat des Garibaldi Museums und radelt zurück über Palau nach Cannigione.

Day

Cannigione – Tempio Pausania/Nuchis

approx. 50 km

Today you cycle through the rocky hills of Gallura – an impressive landscapes surrounded by cork oaks.

Day

Tempio Pausania/Nuchis – Castelsardo

approx. 55 km

From Tempio Pausania to Aggius, through the dramatic stone formation of Valley of the moon, back to the coast staying in Castelsardo.

Day

Castelsardo – Sassari

approx. 55 km

Ride along the coast to Lu Bagnu and then head inland again to Nulvi and Osilo, enjoying the spectacular views of the Anglona rolling hills and pastures. End your day in the city of Sassari.

Day

Sassari – Alghero

approx. 40 km

From Sassari ride along backroads to reach the fortified town of Alghero, probably the nicest town in Sardinia and final destination of your trip.

Day

Departure or extra days

After breakfast the tour is completed, stay for some more days.

Tour character

Two cycle days (4-6) are easy (predominantly flat to slightly undulating), 2 stages (1-2) are medium with an undulating terrain and 2 cycle days (3-5) are difficult with longer climbs. Basically good cycle fitness is required to really enjoy yourself.