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A rare year-round resort on the Island of Winds, Alghero makes an atmospheric destination. Occupying armies have all left their marks on the old, walled city; Italian kingdoms, Carthaginians, Phoenicians, Byzantines, Arabs and Catalans have all come and gone. Offering an irresistible combination of history, architecture, culture, stylish shopping, fine food and wine, and water sports, Alghero's cobblestone streets can be explored on foot or by bus. Don't miss spectacular sea cave, Neptune's Grotto.
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1. Cagliari: Alghero full day Tour Experience
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a relaxing full-day tour of fascinating Alghero. Walkthrough its alleys and visit ancient coral craft shops. Discover Capo Caccia and the Neptune Caves, visit the fantastic Nuragic village and the necropolis.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan with free wifi service, Ticket to visit the Neptune cave, Nuraghe and Necropolis, Boat Tour to visit the Neptune cave
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Private Tour (optional)
Reviewed By FaniInsulaner
Even the two hour quad tour takes you through varying terrain and amazing landscapes. The views of the ocean and the coast are stunning both from near and afar. Riding a quad is generally a very enjoyable experience. These things are super sturdy and can handle any trail. The guide ensures the trip is safe, fun, and the participants learn a little bit about the area.
2. Alghero From Olbia - Costa Smeralda
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
With its 44,000 inhabitants, it is the 5th largest city of Sardinia. Alghero is the island's main harbor, home to Fertilia airport and one of its best-loved cities walkway along the port's bastions, the red roofs that touch into the emerald sea. The shoreline is some 90 km long and known as the Coral Riviera. The most famous beach here is Le Bombarde, it is a favorite destination for families, young people and surfing enthusiasts.
Inclusions: Pick Up
Exclusions: the tickets to the caves of Neptune, 8 euros, the ferry if you want to go there from Alghero, 16 euros
Reviewed By JulieMDP
Matteo conducted this tour for myself and another solo traveller. It was very interesting and Matteo is very knowledgeable and was flexible to suit the types of things we wanted to see on this tour. Matteo spoke English very well and also injected plenty of humour into his dialogue! We finished the day at a fantastic agroturismo restaurant and Matteo was able to describe the dishes and local customs to us. We had a great day and wouldn't hesitate to recommend both Matteo and the tour!
3. Cagliari: Day Trip to Cave of Neptune
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Enjoy this guided day trip in the heart of the cliffside of Capo Caccia, truly a scene of the fairytale underworld of the Cave of Neptune. Departing from Cagliari, the drive is of 2.5hours in a minivan through the amazing Sardinian countryside towards the north of the island. Once at the Caccia Cape, walk through the Cabirol's stairs to reach the caves. Inside the cave, you'll have a 1hour walking tour. It's also possible to choose this itinerary with a boat tour, for this option there will be a stop at Alghero harbor and have a 20 minutes boat tour.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Free wifi on board, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Private Tour (optional), Boat Tour (optional)
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By FaniInsulaner
Even the two hour quad tour takes you through varying terrain and amazing landscapes. The views of the ocean and the coast are stunning both from near and afar. Riding a quad is generally a very enjoyable experience. These things are super sturdy and can handle any trail. The guide ensures the trip is safe, fun, and the participants learn a little bit about the area.
4. Alghero: private archaeological tour (TRANSFER INCLUDED) with local guide
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Enjoy this unique private tour with a local guide, who will be able to tell you the historical facts about the archaeological sites of Alghero: the nuraghe Palmavera, dating back to 1500 BCE, and the necropolis of Anghelu Ruju, with its 6000 years of "life". From your own accommodation directly to the unique history of these ancient sites (TRANSFER IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE!). Discover the Nuragic civilization, one of the greatest inhabitants of Europe before the Roman Empire expansion. Kevin, your professional local guide, is bilingual in Italian and English and he has always lived in Alghero, so that he will be able to answer your questions and also give you some useful information about the town, such as where to eat or what to do in Alghero and in the island. *If you wish not to visit both archaeological sites, Kevin will be happy to lead you to the old town for a short visit of the Catalan-style city fortress, without any extra charge. Just let Kevin know when meeting him.
Inclusions: Admission ticket for the archaeological sites, Private tour with a qualified local guide, Private transportation
Exclusions: City tour in Alghero (it can be made if you decide not to visit one of the two archaeological sites)
Reviewed By Christian128937837
This tour is worth doing it for many reasons! First, Kevin, the guide, is a local but has an English mother, so you won't struggle to understand him as it happens with some Italian tour guides :P Then he is smart and knowledgable, but at the sime time he paid attention to our needs. Alghero is a gem and visiting it with a guide gives it that special touch!
5. Alghero, Capo Caccia & Neptuno's Grottos. SARDINIA - ITALY - Small Group
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This city is one of Sardinia's most beautiful medieval cities, seafront Alghero is the main resort in the northwest. This part of Sardinia, also called the Riviera Del Corallo, attract every year thousand of tourist because it has his own character, different story and tradition from other part of Sardinia. Here you'll be able to visit: - Alghero the Catalan Town, also called the "Little Barceloneta"! - Bastions, Cathedrals and Spanish History - Boutiques of "The Red Gold", the Corals of Alghero - History, Panorama & Shopping Area - Capo Caccia Cliffs - Driving along Porto Conte National Park - Facoltative Visit if Neptuno's Grottos, one of the Largest of Italy! (entrance € 13pp extra) - Enchanting view from the "Scala del Cabirol" Tour start from Olbia to Alghero, pick up available also from the surrounding areas
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Free Water
Exclusions: Tickets to Neptuno's Grottos
Reviewed By G2953XBlaurag
I was scheduled to take a tour with Fortieventi through TripAdvisor in Sep 2020. A misunderstanding on my part and double booking was caught by Luca and he personally ensured I got everything straightened out prior to arriving in Sardinia. Extremely helpful prior to even departing my home station. He was very communicative upon my arrival and picked me up at my hotel. We were supposed to have 3 people on the tour, but there was an issue with the other couple and it wound up being only Luca and myself for the day. He was a PHENOMENAL tour guide!! He had the go-to places in Costa Smeralda, Porto Cervo, etc., but adjusted the day given my preferences and desires. Incredibly knowledgeable about Sardinia, history, wines, churches, food, etc. After 7 hours and 1,000 questions, the day ended with a door to door delivery back to my hotel. It was an absolute pleasure to spend the day learning about Sardinia through his eyes and experience. HIGHLY suggest Fortieventi for any and all Sardinia-related tours!! If I could give 10 stars, I would!! Thank you, Luca, for a very memorable day!
6. 7 Days Gran Tour Sardinia and Corsica from Genoa or Rome
7 days and 6 nights leaving from Genoa or Roma. Overnight by ferry. Discover the wildest and oldest of all the Italian region. Visit of the legendary islands Caprera and La Maddalena. Excursion to Costa Smeralda. Through the region of Gallura, you'll visit Santa Teresa, the beaches of Stintino, Capo Caccia and its landscape and Alghero. Continuation to Corsica: Bonifacio, Ajaccio, Corte and Bastia. Return to Italy by daily ferry. Sleeping in Palau, Alghero, Bonifacio and Bastia.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 6 nights accommodation, Breakfast day 3, 4, 5, 6, 7., Myrtle liquor (mirto) and local cakes tasting., All activities, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points (hotel in Genoa city centre), Air-conditioned vehicle, Transport by private vehicle, Free Wi-Fi on board, Private cabin on board the ferry from continent to Sardinia, Ferry from Santa Teresa to Bonifacio, Daily ferry from Corsica to Italy (Savona or Livorno), Train Livorno to Rome (only option from Rome)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, City taxes at the hotel, Porterage
Reviewed By LadyRJ2019
As a family of three, we were excited to go on the 7 day northern lakes and Dolomites tour - especially as it would be very difficult to visit these areas by ourselves (visiting from Australia and not confident driving/getting around to these areas). The tour started well, we were the only English speakers but we had been assured our guide would provide fluent English commentary. Perhaps we expected too much but there was very little information provided about where we were or where we were travelling through. In fact, the first three days we received very limited information in total while the Spanish speakers were provided with much more. We visited some stunning places but too much of the tour focused on lunch breaks and eating rather than seeing the sights. Halfway through the tour more English speakers joined the group bit we still had to seek information rather than being provided with it on some occasions. The bus was too big for navigating city streets and mountain switchbacks - the driver often had to reverse and try multiple times to get around corners and switchbacks. I felt very sorry for him - he did a marvelous job but it would have been so much easier for him and much more enjoyable for us if we weren't concerned about falling off the side of a mountain. The company can't seem to decide whether they are catering to small groups or large and this has a huge impact on the enjoyment of the tour. In Trento we were advised that we would have several hours and could visit the castle. After paying for admission and entering we were then advised that because it was raining some people didn't want to stay so we were cutting the visit short - this should never happen! We then had to get back on the bus only to stop at a truck stop for lunch (instead of staying in lovely Trento). There wasn't really any point to having the guide as he did not provide much "guiding" only very limited information and directions to places he thought we should go and eat. We would have done as well with just the driver. If you can navigate your way around the northern lakes and Dolomites by yourself then I recommend you do that. Otherwise, perhaps a different company would provide a better tour.
7. 6 Days Sardinia Tour from Genoa or Rome
6 days and 5 nights leaving from Genoa or Rome. Overnight by ferry. Discover the wildest and oldest of all the Italian region. Visit of the legendary islands Caprera and La Maddalena, excursion to Costa Smeralda. Through the region of Gallura, you'll visit Santa Teresa and Capo Caccia and its landscape and Alghero. Sleeping in Palau and Alghero. Return to Genoa or Rome by night ferry.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 5 nights accommodation, Breakfast day 2, 3, 4, 5, 6., Myrtle liquor (mirto) and local cakes tasting., All activities, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points (hotel in Genoa city centre), Air-conditioned vehicle, Free Wi-Fi on board, Private cabin on board the ferry from continent to Sardinia and return
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, City taxes at the hotel, Porterage
Reviewed By LadyRJ2019
As a family of three, we were excited to go on the 7 day northern lakes and Dolomites tour - especially as it would be very difficult to visit these areas by ourselves (visiting from Australia and not confident driving/getting around to these areas). The tour started well, we were the only English speakers but we had been assured our guide would provide fluent English commentary. Perhaps we expected too much but there was very little information provided about where we were or where we were travelling through. In fact, the first three days we received very limited information in total while the Spanish speakers were provided with much more. We visited some stunning places but too much of the tour focused on lunch breaks and eating rather than seeing the sights. Halfway through the tour more English speakers joined the group bit we still had to seek information rather than being provided with it on some occasions. The bus was too big for navigating city streets and mountain switchbacks - the driver often had to reverse and try multiple times to get around corners and switchbacks. I felt very sorry for him - he did a marvelous job but it would have been so much easier for him and much more enjoyable for us if we weren't concerned about falling off the side of a mountain. The company can't seem to decide whether they are catering to small groups or large and this has a huge impact on the enjoyment of the tour. In Trento we were advised that we would have several hours and could visit the castle. After paying for admission and entering we were then advised that because it was raining some people didn't want to stay so we were cutting the visit short - this should never happen! We then had to get back on the bus only to stop at a truck stop for lunch (instead of staying in lovely Trento). There wasn't really any point to having the guide as he did not provide much "guiding" only very limited information and directions to places he thought we should go and eat. We would have done as well with just the driver. If you can navigate your way around the northern lakes and Dolomites by yourself then I recommend you do that. Otherwise, perhaps a different company would provide a better tour.
8. Alghero private city & archaeological tour (TRANSFER INCLUDED) with local guide
Enjoy this unique private tour with a local guide, who will tell you the facts of the archaeological site of Alghero, the nuraghe Palmavera, dating back to 1500 BCE, and the fascinating old town. From your own accommodation directly to the unique history of these sites (TRANSFER IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE!). Discover the Nuragic civilization, one of the greatest inhabitants of Europe before the Roman Empire, and the history of Alghero, that is still uniquely linked to Spain. Kevin, your professional local guide, is half Italian and half British and he has always lived in Alghero; he will be able to answer your questions and also give you some useful information about the town, such as where to eat or what to do in Alghero and in the island. You will decide the order of the visits (city and archeological site) according to your needs. The transfer is included for both ways, from/to your accommodation (or where you'll need to go after the visit - but always inside Alghero).
Inclusions: Private transportation, Private tour inside the archeological site (nuraghe Palmavera), Private tour in the old town of Alghero, Entry ticket - Nuraghe Palmavera, Entry to the Cathedral
Exclusions:
Reviewed By 967joya
One of the best archaeological guides that we’ve had and certainly the best in Alghero! Kevin explained everything in detail and took his time to answer our questions. Without the archaeological tour we would have not comprehended the Nuraghe culture and the Neolithic necropolis as well as we did now. Would definitely recommend!
9. 8 days Escorted Tour Sardinia Amore Mio
Guaranteed departures group travel: small, friendly group limited to 25/30 participants only! An ancient land with an ancient language, Sardinia is a uniquely fascinating place, forged by many centuries of culture and history, in its strategic position at the center of the Mediterranean. Its awe-inspiring treasures of the past, such as the Nuraghic bronzes in Cagliari and the Megalithic tombs of the giants, can be admired in the island’s many museums, or in its archaeological areas, some dating back as far as the 7th century BC. Travel to Sardinia with their idyllic climate, archaeology treasures, dramatic vistas and hearty cuisine that embodies all things Sardinian.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast
Exclusions: Gratuities to tour manager and driver, Hotel city Tax, Porterage
Reviewed By Evywev
My husband and I were searching the internet for a small group tour specifically covering the Puglia region of Italy when we came across Secret Italia Tours. Their Puglia/Basilicata itinerary fit the bill perfectly but we were at first hesitant to book the trip because Secret Italia was very small compared to the bigger and more well-known tour companies out there. After reading reviews and speaking personally with Aldo by phone several times, not only did we book the Puglia tour, Aldo also worked with us to put together a private four day add-on tour of the Amalfi coast. We can honestly say it was one of the most wonderful travel experiences we have ever had! Hotels: All accommodations were in small boutique hotels located in or very close to the city center. Each one was unique and offered many amenities like free WiFi (though one hotel had very weak WiFi in rooms but delivered a strong signal in common areas), a breakfast buffet each morning, and air conditioning (real a/c, not like the pitiful a/c found in most Italian hotels). Included meals: In addition to breakfast, included meals each day, either a lunch or a dinner, highlighted the specialties of the region and left us all quite full and very happy! From the olives, cheeses and Salumi, to the grilled vegetables, fresh pastas and seafood, pizza, taralli, and luscious desserts, we were simply in food heaven! Tours: While we stayed in four different cities, we also visited many small towns along the way with ample free time for exploring. There were also wine tastings, an olive oil tasting, a hands-on bread-making experience, Sunday dinner at a family-run working farm, and a cheese making demonstration, among other things, which were all informative and fun. Tour Guide: Our trip was made even more enjoyable by Paola, our guide. Not only was she very well-organized, professional, knowledgeable, warm and friendly, she also had a wonderful sense of humor. Truly a delight to be with! All other elements of the trip like transfers to/from airport or train station, luggage handling, bus transport throughout the tour, communications regarding payments, final itinerary and other pertinent info, were all excellent. During our separate personalized Amalfi tour, the outstanding service continued with great drivers and tour guides as we visited Amalfi, Ravello, Positano, Sorrento and Pompei. Aldo checked in with us daily to make sure everything was perfect! We just made a deposit for another tour with Secret Italia this coming September— next stop Provence! If you’re thinking about using Secret Italia Tours for your next vacation, don’t hesitate another moment. You will NOT be disappointed!
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