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Unique cycling tour Sardinia

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 Mediterranean, standing silently ever-present across the island, the enigmatic Nuraghes: these round fortresses built in pre-historic times still survive.
All this combines with the breathtaking beautiful and varied natural environment to create a truly special place for a bike tour adventure. Fabulous food, lovely wine to drink Cannonau, spectacular beaches, archeological treasures, an isolated rugged interior and people renowned for hospitality…so many reason to join this trip!

Welcome to Alghero

meet Alghero airport -nice to bike you- transfer to fabulous lodging in front of sea – Bike fitting. Lively and pretty city, a new cosmopolitanism. Welcome dinner at ai Tuguri restaurant

Bosa & castle

Bike tour to Bosa via Villanova Monteleone and back skirting coast. The bike ride to Bosa is 60 km inland via Villanova through cork oak forest. admire the murales in Monteresta. the old fortified town was founded in ancient times – it was a strongly fortified town, from around the year 1000. Distance 105 km/65,5 miles

Foresta di Burgo & Oliena

Bike trip to Oliena via Ittiri, Thiesi, Foresta di Burgos, Bono, Nuoro. ride in fields of artichokes and forest. after a capuccino in Thiesi back in the saddle and get foresta di burgos, challenging part of day, long climb to top hill. Once there enjoy the downhill, light lunch in the village Distance: 95 km/59 miles in Bono or 140 km/87,5 miles. tonight art hotel you will love.

Dorgali, Baunei & Arbatax

Arbatax, small harbour in the Ogliastra territory, enriched with green-colored Mediterranean scrub and famous for the characteristic red rocks. Bike tour is up + down to Baunei, looks more like a mountain village than a seaside village, despite its position near the sea. Enjoy a pleasent downhill to S.M. Navarrese on unspoilt coastline. Distance 90 km/ 55 miles.

Barumini & Nuraghes

Bike trip to Barumini via Perdasdefogu, Nurri. Sardinia is well-known not only for its natural beauties but also for its typical and peculiar buildings called Nuraghe, first appearing during the Bronze Age, symbol of this island. Visit the nuraghic complex in Barumini. Grab the bike and continue to Guspini, few hills wait for us. Distance 88 km/55 miles

Portixeddu & Pan di Zucchero

Bike tour to Carbonia via coast Bugerru, Fontanamare. Arbus through prickly pears. Admire the “pan di Zucchero” an outcropping rock 133 meters high and has two natural arches, and the little fish village Bugerru. End of ride in Fontanamare, short transfer to Cantine 6mura or cantine Mesa for wine tasting and visit cellars. Distance 95 km/59 miles

Baia di Chia coastal road

Bike trip loop ride on the coast Domus de Maria, Teulada, Chia. Enjoy the up & down skirting Baia coastal road. Fantastic seaside spot: the white sandy beaches, the high sand dunes and the crystalline water have a Caribbean feel, only the Mediterranean vegetation remind you this fantastic island is in the Mediterenean. Distance 66 km/ 41 miles

Farewell breakfast & Pula

This morning after breakfast enjoy Pula beaches and coves, Roman excavations and blindingly white sand dunes and consider to visit the beach of Nora and a large Roman amphitheatre that lies directly on the sea. Bus, taxi or private transfer available to Cagliari - Arrivederci!

Hotel Villa Las Tronas - Alghero

Uniqueness, charm and authenticity. A spectacular position, at the seaside and close to the centre of Alghero, exclusive heaven on a private promontory. Once a residence of the royal family in Italy -they came to the Villa for their vacations in Sardinia until the 1940s - Villa Las Tronas conserves the historic atmosphere of an aristocratic hideaway, renewing the tradition and the fascination of the ancient mansion.

Su Gologone - Oliena

Heart of Sardinia, in the cool Supramonte countryside, wrapped in the ancient quietness of vineyards and olive groves, where the air smells of myrtle and rosemary, is one of the legends of Sardinian hospitality: Su Gologone. A unique blend of suggestive atmosphere ,comfort and tradition.

Hotel Arbatasar - Arbatax

Hotel Arbatasar A four-star hotel in the centre of Arbatax, near the tourist harbour. Arbatasar is an Arab word and means the fourteenth tower. It's the magic word which will bring you to an island of coddling, relaxation and old-style hospitality

Hotel Tartesh - Guspini

Tarthes hotel: luxurious design, clean and spacious rooms, wellness centre and particular location in the contrasting and tranquil mining town of Guspini. Tartheshotel is surrounded by archaeological sites and natural landmarks. Large gardens, an outdoor pool and hydromassage facilities www.tartheshotel.com

Is Morus - Pula

Is Morus Relais, an oasis of luxury in the pristine nature of a 7-hectare park sloping gently to the sea, the enchanting backdrop to the Hotel's private beaches. The Is Morus fits seamlessly into the beauty of the surrounding landscape

Price & Inclusions

Price
Cost: Euro 2950 per person in double occupancy
single room supplement euro 560

Inclusions
Seven nights in superior hotels with breakfast
Four dinners & one wine tasting
Snacks and drinks along the way
All maps, trip notes and detailed route directions
All Shuttles and technical assistance
Support Van
All transfer baggage
Services of 2 experienced bilingual guides
Cicloposse water bottle
Sales taxes

Not included
Airfare to Italy and Alghero, lunches, 2 dinners, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, gratuities, travel insurance, laundry expenses and items of a personal nature.

Bike Rental for entire tour
Hybrid bike   euro 140
Race bike      euro 180
E-Bike           euro 190

Tour Reviews

Lynn H. from US

26 settembre 2016

So far the trip is fantastic! I can guarantee you that, God willing, we will be doing this one again. Great views, great routes, great food and wine, nice people, interesting sights, complex culture, beautiful crafts to admire and fascinating history (prehistory). We feel so grateful to be here. Thanks again