Things to do in Sardinia, Italy: The Best Sightseeing Tours

April 18, 2022 Enedina Augsburger

The second-largest island in Mediterranean after Sicily, Sardinia serves up a lovely blend of sea, sand and history. Thousands of nuraghe (stone buildings) dot the landscape, proof that people have been enjoying the lovely climate here for millennia. From posh Costa Smerelda in the north to medieval Alghero in the northwest to the lively capital of Cagliari in the south, and with many picturesque towns and unspoiled sandy beaches in between, Sardinia’s got a little something for everyone.
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1. WINE TOUR in a winery among the vineyards

Culture Sardinia - Day Tours
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Discover the many delights of Sardinia’s wine countryside on this private tasting tour from Cagliari. Visit a winery and its vineyard, tour the cellars and learn how wine is produced. Taste 4 different wines, along with Sardinian products like bread, cheese, olive and salami. Your group will enjoy this experience in the company of a local tourist guide member of the Sommelier Italian Foundation.

Inclusions: Licensed Local tourist guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off from Cagliari, Small group tour, Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Live commentary on board

Exclusions: Wine and food tastings in the winery: € 20 per person, Souvenir (available to purchase), Gratuities

Reviewed By jacky0707

It was such a special experience :) I felt comfortable and I would do it all over again ! Thank you for making my day so special :)

2. Visit a typical village in Sardinia, Excursion from Cagliari

Viale Cristoforo Colombo, 60, 09125 Cagliari CA, Italy Genna Tours
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The tour includes a visit to the village museum of San Sperate, the birthplace of the recently disappeared Pinuccio Sciola, artist and sculptor of the stones (he could magically make them play). Along the streets, we will find several of his works and his biggest import: the murals. These are paintings on the walls of the houses they tell about the history and the daily habits of the village. Every corner of the country breathes art and culture that meet with the kindness and availability of the inhabitants.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By HelenaCerqueda87

I loved the tour. Claudia (the guide) have so much knowledge about nuraghe culture and explained so well every detail of the nuraghe tower ???? Barbara and claudia are very nice. I really recommend the tour ????

3. Lunch With The Shepherds Of Orgosolo From Costa Smeralda

Guida turistica Matteo Pisu
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We start the tour with the Ispingoli cave near the town of Dorgali. We start the tour with the Ispingoli cave near the town of Dorgali. The cave is dominated by an enormous 38-metre high limestone column, one of the tallest stalactite-stalagmite examples in Europe.

Inclusions: Private experience

Exclusions: Entrance to the cave of Ispinigoli 8 euro and the lunch with the shepherds, 30 euro

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!

4. Alghero From Olbia - Costa Smeralda

Guida turistica Matteo Pisu
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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!

5. Observation of Dolphins and Snorkeling in a rubber boat in Olbia

MOYS - Marina di Olbia Yachting Services, marina di, 07026 Olbia SS, Italy Blue Way di Pitzianti Giovanni Maria
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The dinghy for excursions is a comfortable 7.5-meter BWA with a 250 horsepower Honda engine, equipped with awning to provide shade even during navigation. It is also equipped with several dry spaces where to place personal effects. The observation of dolphins is carried out by trying to interact as little as possible with the animals in order not to disturb their activities and not to alter their natural behavior.

Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Water and fresh drinks (tea and fruit juices) are always available on board, Practical guides are available on board for the recognition of marine species

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6. Cagliari Vintage Tour

Carlo Felice (Rinascente), 09124 Cagliari, Metropolitan City of Cagliari, Italy Viva Cagliari Tour
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Through the windows of a beautiful Fiat 1100D from 1964, you will have the chance to see the city from a new point of view. You will come back in time in a vintage experience that will allow you to walk even the narrowest and steepest medieval streets of the historic districts, comfortably seated in our shiny 60s car

Inclusions: Private transportation, Pick up for the hotels in the center of Cagliari, Driver who will accompany you around the city, Professional tour guide, Early booking

Exclusions: Mance, Food and drink

Reviewed By Jura83

We made a nice e-bike trip with our host Valentina through Cagliari. The city is big and hilly. But with the e-bikes it was easy explorable and made a lot fun. Valentina introduced the city with its historical and religious side like the procession Feast of Sant’Efisio. She gave also recommendations where to eat typical Sardinian food. At the end of our tour, we spend time together at a street restaurant, drank a coffee and had a nice chat. If you spend some time in Cagliari, then use this option and discover a beautiful city by bike.

7. Tour Ape Calessino (TUK TUK) of the 4 historic districts of Cagliari

Largo Carlo Felice & Via Roma, 09124 Cagliari CA, Italy Ape Calessino Quattro Mori
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Our strength and added value are the ability to introduce you to Cagliari as only its inhabitants know it. On board the APE CALESSINO, you can choose to tour the historic center with its narrow streets full of stories and legends, spend a few hours at the Poetto, a white sandy beach with all the comforts located next to the city, to which shoulders you can see the famous Pink Flamingos that nest each year in the pond of Molentargius, an oasis protected by UNESCO. If you want to spend a day in total relaxation, you have chosen the right city and the best means ... After a day spent admiring its beauties and getting to know its history, you can go on board the APE CALESSINO, at the facilities affiliated with us, for an aperitif and a dinner, enjoying the typical dishes of our land. Services: Historic center tour Beach tours Evening or night tours Romantic tours Birthdays Degrees

Inclusions: Private transportation, CELL RECHARGING, audio guide in 5 languages, city maps and tourist information material, HAND DISINFECTANT GEL, ANTI-COVID19 TRANSPARENT SEPARATOR (between passengers and drivers)

Exclusions: excluding attractions admission tickets, food, drinks and anything not listed as "included", NB: FOR INFANTS (0-3 YEARS) IT IS NECESSARY TO BRING A APPROVED SEAT, mask (mandatory) and gloves (optional)

Reviewed By Da_D_832

Amazing experience!! So much fun! Not only for tourists but also for Sardinians who would like to know more about Cagliari! Bellissima esperienza!! Adatta a tutte e tutti!! É un modo simpatico per scoprire Cagliari e la sua bellezza!

8. Tour 4 historic districts + Poetto Beach + Pink Flamingos + S. Michele Castle

Largo Carlo Felice & Via Roma, 09124 Cagliari CA, Italy Ape Calessino Quattro Mori
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Our strength and added value are the ability to introduce you to Cagliari as only its inhabitants know it. On board the APE CALESSINO, you can choose to tour the historic center with its narrow streets full of stories and legends, spend a few hours at the Poetto, a white sandy beach with all the comforts located next to the city, to which shoulders you can see the famous Pink Flamingos that nest each year in the pond of Molentargius, an oasis protected by UNESCO. If you want to spend a day in total relaxation, you have chosen the right city and the best means ... After a day spent admiring its beauties and getting to know its history, you can go on board the APE CALESSINO, at the facilities affiliated with us, for an aperitif and a dinner, enjoying the typical dishes of our land. Our services include: City tours Beach tours Evening or nightly and romantic tours

Inclusions: Private transportation, USB mobile phone charging socket, audio guide in 5 languages (Italian, English, French, German, Spanish)., maps and brochures with tourist information

Exclusions: food, drinks, tickets for monuments, museums and everything not declared as included, NB: FOR INFANTS (0-3 YEARS) IT IS NECESSARY TO BRING A APPROVED SEAT

Reviewed By Da_D_832

Amazing experience!! So much fun! Not only for tourists but also for Sardinians who would like to know more about Cagliari! Bellissima esperienza!! Adatta a tutte e tutti!! É un modo simpatico per scoprire Cagliari e la sua bellezza!

9. private tour la maddalena archipelago inflatable boat rental with skipper included

Porto di Palau, Banchina commerciale, 07020 Palau SS, Italy EMERALD CRUISES FREEDOM di D.A.d.S.
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the tour is customizable, timetables, boarding ports, stops for swimming, accessories and on-board comforts, the complete and perfect solution to enjoy our beautiful archipelago in total freedom. Together we will find the best solution, it will be a beautiful memory. discovering the best corners as exclusive as possible, far from the chaotic masses, wonderful emerald and turquoise coves are just waiting for you to bathe or lie in the sun, or in the shade, perhaps with a book and a good cool drink, or listening to relaxing music. you will have no thoughts. you will be pampered from start to finish. Come and spend the most beautiful day of your holiday here in the archipelago of La Maddalena in Sardinia. at each rental our boat is disinfected and cleaned to guarantee the highest standard of hygiene and safety for us and our guests. our cancellation policy is flexible. ask for more info.

Inclusions: new full face mask, soft drink bar included (water Coca Cola beer the fruit juices), welcome drink with a bottle of prosecco and ice, insurance and skipper included, Beach towels, national park entrance authorization

Exclusions: Gratuities, fuel calculated at the end of the service, champagne or special wines, request at least 24 hours before cost apart from the price list on board, Aperitif and light lunch: to be indicated if you want based on land or sea products. allergies or intolerances must be reported in advance of 24 hours minimum cost apart from asking for info.

Reviewed By hancockmatt

I got in touch with Emerald Cruises several months ago, as I wanted to a unique, special way to propose when I got to Sardinia. Although I’d initially emailed several companies, Emerald stood out as they seemed to truly care and I felt like I could trust them. Daniele got in touch with ideas, detailed plans and remained in constant communication. He put a plan together which was specifically for me and exactly what I wanted for my proposal. When we arrived in Sardinia, he and his assistant greeted us at the dock and helped us on board. The boat was beautiful. He played the songs that I’d chosen and took us to a remote beach, as I wanted to be somewhere away from people. The beach was perfect, empty and he had set up a picnic blanket, ready for when he brought us our drinks. After the proposal, I said that I’d wanted to see the sunset. They drove the boat so that we were facing west (so we had the perfect view) and prepared dinner for us, which was incredibly well presented and tasted amazing. Later on, he drove us back and dropped us outside of our hotel. Not once did I feel rushed or like I was being a pain, even though I was! I wanted everything to be perfect and not only did he never make me feel bad for that, he made it happen. I cannot thank them enough and could not recommend them more.

10. Apelisetta tuk tuk: Cagliari tour

RINASCENTE Cagliari Store, Via Roma, 143, 09124 Cagliari CA, Italy ApeLisetta City Tour
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We are not drivers and passengers: I am a lover of Cagliari and you, I hope, a person curious to appreciate the most beautiful and hidden profiles and features. We visit the four historic districts of the city: we will talk about all the past cultures that have shaped the present. There will be breaks for photos! If you prefer the two-hour tour you can visit Poetto beach, the lighthouse of El elia, the small marina and the flamingos! No hurry.

Inclusions: Tuk Tuk, Tour Guide

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Reviewed By sjames743

We originally booked a one hour Tuk Tuk city tour with Alberto but liked the tour so much that we extended the tour to another hour to take in the beach and the flamingoes. Albert was a brilliant, knowledgeable, fun guide and gave us some great insider knowledge on Cagliari. The Tuk Tuk tour is a great, fun, original way to see the city and I would thoroughly recommend it.

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