Sardinia Itineraries

Sardinia Itineraries (16)

Our recommendations if you are planning a vacation or visit to Sardinia.

  • Sardinia Holiday Apartment Hotel Domus de Janas
    The Holiday Apartment and Hotel Domus de Janas Sul Mare is located by the splendid beach of Torre di Bari right in the centre of the Eastern coast of Sardinia and the province of Ogliastra. It offers three star superior room or apartment accommodation for anyone seeking a tranquil break in an unspo...
  • Pitrizza Restaurant, Cala di Volpe Bay
    The Pitrizza Restaurant is the main restaurant of the Hotel Pitrizza, an exclusive and sophisticated refuge overlooking the bay of Liscia di Vacca. Set in the unspoiled splendor of the Costa Smeralda and 6km from Porto Cervo in the Cala di Volpe Bay, it embodies an ancient charm, the purity...
  • Cala Restaurant, Cala di Volpe Bay
    Franco Guardone Executive Chef and Mario Lutzoni Restaurant Manager welcome you to the Cala Restaurant of the Hotel Cala di Volpe, a charming resort that resembles an ancient medieval village 6km from Porto Cervo in the Costa Smeralda, Saridnia. The Cala Restaurant dining room boasts an eleg...
  • Terrazza Restaurant, Porto Cervo
    Salvatore Cadau, Executive Chef, and Fernando Curreli, Restaurant Manager, welcome you to La Terrazza the main dining restaurant of the Hotel Cervo, Costa Smeralda Resort, situated in the heart of the village of Porto Cervo, overlooking the famous Piazzetta. It is located adjacent to the ho...
  • Romazzino Restaurant, Porto Cervo
    The Romazzino Restaurant of the Romazzino Hotel in Porto Cervo on the Emerald coast in Sardinia is known for its spacious sea view terrace and exclusive innovative cuisine. Typical Sardinian cooking techniques are combined with haute cuisine giving guests a unique gourmet experience. Your ch...
  • Cervo Hotel, Costa Smeralda Resort, Sardinia
    The Cervo Hotel Costa Smeralda Resort is located in the center of Porto Cervo village, the heart of the luxury Emerald Coast in north east Sardinia. To be precise, right on the Piazzetta of Porto Cervo. Here you will find the village's exclusive shopping zone. The hotel features 106 guest rooms ...
  • Hotel Cala di Volpe, Costa Smeralda, Sardinia
    Overlooking the Cala di Volpe Bay, Hotel Cala di Volpe offers accommodation along the Costa Smeralda which is an ideal mix of discreet elegance and glamour. From its setting in a natural Mediterranean maquis near Porto Cervo, you will be able to admire perfect views of Sardinia’s coastline,...
  • Hotel Romazzino, Costa Smeralda, Sardinia
    The Hotel Romazzino in Porto Cervo is a beautiful Mediteranean whitewashed property hugging the coast of a sheltered bay along the Costa Smeralda in Sardinia. Surrounded by a lush garden close to a perfect beach the hotel has 78 guest rooms and 16 suites, each with its own terrace overloo...
  • Hotel Pitrizza, Costa Smeralda, Sardinia
    The Hotel Pitrizza is a romantic luxury hotel along the Emerald Coast of north east Sardinia. The hotel represents the culture and architecture of Sardinia and is ideal for anyone looking for a vacation with privacy and absolute relaxation. There are 55 guest rooms, all with lovely views of Li...

 

A selection of off the beaten track itineraries from the region of Sardinia. Highlighted below is our current favourite and follow the Sardinia Itineraries link to view all the articles.

  • Easter in Sardinia

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    Dan Hostetler highlights Holy Week in three locations in Sardinia. For more information about these and other events in the island, do pass by the excellent www.sardegnagrandieventi.it/   Easter celebrations in Cagliari Parade of Dead Christ, which is very evocative and takes place the Holy Friday in late afternoon. It is one of the most important rites of the Holy Week of Cagliari. The night parade, by candlelight, has a Spanish origin (and Catholic too). It starts from Saint John the Baptist Church and, through the picturesque districts of Villanova and Castello, snakes it's way to the Cathedral. It is organized…
    Last modified on 17 April 2013

Carnival in Sardinia

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The province of Sassari, which completely encloses the northern tip of the island and the trendy Emerald coast, boasts a number of characteristic celebrations for Carnival. The usual processions and masked characters appear, but of note is the distribution of local food. Hot fava beans served with lardo or 'fat', fried 'frittelle' and lots of wine.
Last modified on 02 February 2013

Museum of Sardinian Traditions

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In the centre of the ancient town of Siddi, province of Cagliari, you can visit the 17th century Casa Steri inside which is the Museum of Sardinia Traditions or Museo delle Tradizioni Agroalimentari. It is here the visitor can get up close in some way to the rural heritage of the island. It shows you how the daily chores were organised from the kitchen and bakehouse to the granaries and living spaces. The building represents the typical structure of a Capitanesi house with its countryard, farm working area, porticoes and stalls, etc
Last modified on 05 August 2012

Museum of Genna Maria

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The park and museum of Genna Maria sits on the top of a hill with an enviable view of the Gulf of Cagliari, far off Oristano and even the mountains of Sulcis-Iglesiente. It took thirty years to excavate the zone which for centuries had been a simple field for growing grain. It was worth the effort as one of central Sardinia's most impressive bronze age 'nuraghic' complexes saw the light of day again. The primitive tower or 'mastio' is at the center and is the oldest part of the settlement, dating from around 1400 BC.
Last modified on 05 August 2012

Nuoro

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Nuoro was only really mentioned in historical records (as Nugoro) from late medieval times when it offered a safe haven for the inhabitants of Ottana who had run away from endemic malaria. They must have been attracted by the fresh air wipping in from all sides and the work to be found at this hub for the zone's large agricultural trade. Do visit the Museum of Sardinian Life and Popular Traditions in the city. At the center of the Nuoro is the cathedral dedicated to 'Santa Maria della Neve'. Quite particular bearing in mind Sardinia's image as a fabulous summer…
Last modified on 05 August 2012

Carbonia Iglesias

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Carbonia is 70 km west of Cagliari and is located near Monte Sirai. It is one of the oldest settled areas in this part of the island thanks to the abundance of mineral deposits. No prizes for guessing the origin of the name. It is an area of high archaeological interest and there are three museums dedicated to the theme. They are the 'Area Archeologica di Monte Sirai', the 'Civico Museo Archeologico' 'Villa Sulcis' and the 'Museo di Paleonologia e Speleogia 'Martel'. Maybe not for the casual tourist but if you want to find out about the ancient neolithic societies…
Last modified on 05 August 2012

Small Guide to Ogliastra

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The first thing you notice about the territory of Ogliastra in eastern Sardinia is the name. It may derive from the olive trees that which feature across the territory, or perhaps after the monolithic red porphyry rock of Pedra Longa pictured (Agugliastra) located along the Baunei coastline in front of the small port of Arbatax. What is for sure is that Ogliastra is commonly referred to as 'the amphitheater'. The  territory is effectively hemmed in by three mountainous massifs positioned in such a way as to present an impressive 180° backdrop to the coastline of Tyrrhenian Sea below. Specifically, the territory passes…
Last modified on 12 May 2012