From coast to coast

Today’s day can only begin by crossing the Costa Smeralda, a destination for the international jet set, where a panoramic road perched above the crystal-clear sea, yachts, and dream villas nestled in nature will make you daydream with your eyes wide open. You will pass through the tourist towns of Palau and Santa Teresa, where at the foot of the Capo Testa lighthouse you can refresh your spirit by enjoying a good coffee while admiring the Strait of Bonifacio and the white cliffs of Corsica. Then continue towards Castelsardo, keeping the sea to your right along the coastal road that runs through the entire northern part of Sardinia: the Mediterranean scrub and the scent of myrtle berries will be your travel companions. Once you arrive at Castelsardo, an ancient village perched dramatically above the sea, we recommend visiting the castle and having lunch at the restaurant “L’incantu,” accompanied by the splendid view that characterizes it. After a great seafood lunch, head towards Alghero, crossing the entire province of Sassari.

Head towards Villanova Monteleone, where you will venture into the heart of Sardinia, crossing the unspoiled nature of the Burgos Forest in the direction of Bono. In the afternoon, stop at Pattada to visit the Museum of Sardinian History and Tradition, where among the numerous items on display are the typical Sardinian knives: the “Pattadese.” In the late afternoon, return to Alghero, crossing the entire province of Sassari. Once arrived, treat yourself to some well-deserved relaxation by sipping a breathtaking aperitif at the Riservato Beach Bar. Only after watching the sun set over the sea, lose yourself in the narrow streets of the historic center, where you will find a wide selection of traditional restaurants; among these, we recommend “La Bifora,” located on the bastions overlooking the marina.

This morning, head south towards Bosa along the Alghero-Bosa coastal road, a renowned fishing village famous for its canal port and medieval castle. To get there, you will travel a coastal road nominated to become a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its cliffs overlooking the sea and breathtaking views. You’ll encounter 53 km of curves following the coastline that connects Nurra to Logudoro, which will impress you not only for the quality of the driving route but also for its scents and colors. You will experience firsthand how, on this island, just a few kilometers can bring you to a completely different place, from the color of the land to that of the sea. From Bosa, your journey continues toward the center of Sardinia in the direction of Aritzo, a small town built atop mountains in central Sardinia, surrounded by ancient forests that will make you forget you’re on an island in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea. In the afternoon, head back north towards Gavoi, where the Supramonte mountains with their hundreds of high-altitude curves will give you an unforgettable experience. Once you arrive, reward yourself with a well-deserved rest by staying at the Hotel Taloro, where we recommend enjoying a traditional Sardinian dinner.

It will be a journey full of breathtaking roads and landscapes in the highest areas of the island. You will pass through Fonni, the only ski resort on the island, Gadoni, Seulo, and Seui. You will also cross Gairo Vecchia, a charming abandoned village at the foot of a landsliding mountain, where time seems to have stood still. The driving part will be shorter than usual to allow you to reach Arbatax, where you can enjoy a unique experience at the restaurant "Sant’Efisio," a place that may seem unassuming but will surprise you with its typical flavors and its culurgiones, a traditional homemade pasta. Afterwards, relax at the Il Saraceno Resort, where a private beach and a seaside pool will leave you enchanted.

Today’s day is dedicated to the culture and ancient history of Sardinia. Head south along the SS 125 Orientale Sarda stretch that connects Arbatax to Muravera, then venture inland toward the center of the island in the direction of Barumini, where you cannot miss a visit to the Nuragic palace: the largest Nuragic settlement dating back over 4,000 years. In this magical place, guides will immerse you in the island’s oldest history and tell you about the life of Sardinia’s inhabitants — covering wars, religion, society, and customs. After a quick lunch, return toward Arbatax passing through a pristine part of Sardinia with a very low population density, where nature and grazing animals are the true masters of the land.

Head north towards Dorgali along the most beautiful stretch of the SS 125 Orientale Sarda, the section that connects Dorgali to Tortolì: the mountains, the Su Gorroppu Gorge, and the landscapes of this unspoiled corner of Sardinia will give you powerful emotions. Pass through the tourist towns of San Teodoro, Siniscola, and Budoni until you reach Porto Taverna, where you can have lunch with your feet in the sand at the beautiful restaurant "12.1," admiring the island of Tavolara. In the afternoon, reach the Costa Smeralda, a destination favored by the international jet set, where the panoramic road cliffs above the crystal-clear sea, yachts, and dream villas nestled in nature will make you daydream.