Endless sea

Today’s day can only start by crossing the Costa Smeralda, a destination for the international jet set, where a panoramic road overlooking 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 spots 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 Bocche di Bonifacio and the white cliffs of Corsica. Then continue towards Castelsardo, keeping the sea to your right along the coastal road that crosses the entire northern part of Sardinia: the Mediterranean scrub and the scent of myrtle berries will be your travel companions. Once you arrive in 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 delicious 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 Foresta Burgos heading towards Bono. In the afternoon, stop in Pattada to visit the Museum of Sardinian History and Tradition, where among the numerous objects on display, you will find the typical Sardinian knives: the “Pattadese.” In the late afternoon, return to Alghero, crossing the entire province of Sassari. Once there, treat yourself to some well-deserved relaxation while 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 by taking the coastal road Alghero-Bosa, a renowned fishing village famous for its canal harbor and medieval castle. To get there, you will travel along a coastal road nominated to become a UNESCO World Heritage site for its cliffs plunging into the sea and its breathtaking panoramas. You will experience 53 kilometers of curves running along the coast that connects Nurra to Logudoro, impressing you not only with the quality of the winding route but also with its scents and colors. You will see firsthand how, on this island, just a few kilometers can bring you to a completely different place, starting from the color of the land to that of the sea. From Bosa, your journey towards central Sardinia begins, heading to Aritzo, a small town built atop the mountains in the heart of Sardinia, surrounded by ancient forests that will make you forget you are on an island in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea. In the afternoon, head back north towards Gavoi, where the mountains of the Supramonte, with their hundreds of high-altitude curves, will offer you an unforgettable experience. Once you arrive, treat yourself to a well-deserved rest by staying at the Hotel Taloro, where we recommend enjoying a traditional Sardinian dinner.

Today you will wake up to a breathtaking sea view breakfast. You will visit Piscinas, the largest natural desert in Europe, with its tall white sand dunes overlooking a crystal-clear sea—definitely one of the most magical places on the island. Don’t worry, feeling a bit disoriented is the least that can happen to you! Then you will head toward Portixeddu, deciding whether to cross the desert off-road (checking that conditions allow it) or to go around it, passing through Ingustosu. A road full of stunning landscapes awaits you and will not disappoint. You will enter the island’s most important mining area, heading toward Masua. Along the coastal road, you will be amazed to see a huge sea stack in the middle of the sea. This is the “Pan di Zucchero,” named after the very light color of the rock it is made of. We recommend the guided tour of Porto Flavia, a mine perched on the sea cliffs that will leave you speechless. You will continue south, reaching the island of Sant’Antioco for lunch in Calasetta. If you love fish, you are in the right place—tuna fishing has been the primary source of income here for centuries. Before heading to Cagliari, don’t miss the 50 km of coastline that border this unique island. After more than 250 km of travel, you’ll be eager to enjoy a relaxing evening in Sardinia’s most elegant city.

Today’s day is all about riding, curves, and fun. You’ll start right away with the first stretch of the SS125 Orientale Sarda, which connects Cagliari with Santa Teresa. The southernmost part of this fantastic road, around the Burcei area, is truly unique because in just a few kilometers the scenery around you changes quickly, making you feel like you’re inside an American canyon. Just before Tertenìa, turn toward Perdasdefogu and you will enter the oldest part of Sardinia: Barbagia. Here you will be surrounded by the mountains of the Gennargentu in the province of Nuoro. Curves, forests, and mountain landscapes will be the stars of this day. After lunch in Seui, you will cross Gairo Vecchia, an abandoned village at the foot of a landslide-prone mountain, then Ulassai and Lanusei, before reaching Arbatax, where you can relax and spend the night.

Head north toward Dorgali along the most beautiful stretch of the SS 125 Orientale Sarda, the one that connects Dorgali to Tortolì: the mountains, the Su Gorroppu gorge, and the landscapes of this unspoiled corner of Sardinia will give you intense emotions. Pass through the tourist towns of San Teodoro, Siniscola, and Budoni until you reach Porto Taverna, where you can enjoy 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 hotspot for the international jet set, where the panoramic road overlooking the crystal-clear sea, yachts, and dream villas nestled in nature will make you daydream with your eyes wide open.