Captivating Sardinia, Island of the Ancients

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The sun-soaked Italian island of Sardinia is an unrivalled treasure trove. Discover the artifacts and megaliths left behind by ancient Roman, Phoenician and the Nuragic civilizations.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    The sun-soaked Italian island of Sardinia is an unrivalled treasure trove. Discover the artifacts and megaliths left behind by ancient Roman, Phoenician and the Nuragic civilizations.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityCagliari
End CityCagliari

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day 2 Arrive Cagliari, Check-In, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Cagliari

Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.

After arriving at the hotel, check in and get your room, then take some time to unpack, freshen up, and relax. Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule,...

Day 3 Lecture, Cagliari, Villanovaforru, Su Nuraxi, Siddi Cagliari

Getting on/off motorcoach. Walking approximately 30 minutes on trail. Uneven surface with some high steps in Villanovaforru. Ride is approximately 2 hours.

We’ll be joined by an archeologist for a lecture on the Nuragic civilization. From the hotel, we’ll set ou...

Day 4 Nora, Sant’Antioco Island Cagliari

Getting on/off motorcoach. Walking approximately 10 minutes on hilly trail. Uneven and moldy surface with some steps with no railing in the necropolis and the catacombs. Ride is approximately 3 hours.

We will travel by motorcoach to Nora to visit the archeologic...

Day 5 Santa Cristina, Mamoiada, Fonni Fonni (Nuoro)

Getting on/off motorcoach. Walking approximately 20 minutes on flat trail. Uneven surface with some gap at he nuragic village. Ride is approximately 3 hours.

We’ll be joined by an archeologist for a lecture on traditional Nuragic food. After checking out of the ...

Day 6 Orgosolo, Oliena Fonni (Nuoro)

Getting on/off motorcoach. Easy trail with some high steps in Oliena. Ride is approximately 1 ½ hour.

Our next field trip by motorcoach is to Orgosolo and visit the center of town and its famous mural paintings.The first murals was painted in 1969 by a group of ...

Day 7 Nuoro, Santu Antine archeological site, Saccargia, Alghero Alghero

Getting on/off motorcoach. Walking approximately 20 minutes on easy trail; uneven surface and high steps with no railing in Santu Antine. The ride is approximately 3 hours.

After checking out of the hotel, we will board our private motorcoach and transfer to Nuo...

Day 8 Castelsardo, Capo Caccia, Alghero Alghero

Getting on/off motorcoach. Walking approximately 30 minutes on cobblestone street with few hilly sections and steps with no railing in Castelsardo. Ride is approximately 2 ½ hours.

We will board our private motorcoach and transfer to Castelsardo, one of “The Mos...

Day 9 Caves of Neptune, Free Time Alghero

Visit to Caves of Neptune is weather dependent. Caves reachable by ferryboat. Boat ride approximately 50 minutes. In case of undertow, getting off/on the boat can be challenging. Walking approximately 30 minutes in the caves with mostly easy surface, very few parts of...

Day 10 Cabras & Sinis, Mont’e Prama Giants, Cagliari Cagliari

Getting on/off motorcoach. Motorcoach ride is approximately 4 hour. Train ride under 1 hour.

After checking out of the hotel, we will board our private motorcoach and transfer to Cagliari. During our ride we will stop at Cabras. We will enjoy a spectacular panor...

Day 11 Program Concludes In Flight

Hotel check-out by 11:00 a.m. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instruction...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,999
Price per day$364
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 9
  • Number of Lunch: 8
  • Number of Dinner: 5
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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