• Guaranteed departures group travel: small, friendly group limited to 12/15 participants only!
• More than 15 included sightseeing tours & cultural experiences
• Explore CAGLIARI walled city of water and light” spectacularly perched over the Bay of Angels
• Visit the archaeological museum which boasts the largest collection of artifacts on the island
• Marvel at the remains of the ancient city of NORA
• Wander the medieval lanes of BOSA, dominated by an impressive CASTLE
• Fall in love with the distinctive NURAGHE, pre-historic conical stone towers for which Sardinia is famous for
• Be amazed by the prehistoric settlement UNESCO SU NURAXI, the most complete Nuraghic complex in Sardinia
• Stroll around ALGHERO, surrounded by towers and fortifications with time to go to a nearby beach
• BOAT TRIP to the NEPTUNE CAVE (weather permitting)
• BONIFACIO, perched on the precipitous limestone cliffs of Southern Corsica
• AJACCIO, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte with included museum
• Loose yourself in the medieval streets of SARTENE
• Back road hill town of CORTE
• WINE TASTING experiences in SARDINIA & CORSICA
• Delights of COSTA SMERALDA
• Majestic citadel of BASTIA
• Visit popular UNESCO World heritage sites
• Exceptional local tour director, experienced to accompany you throughout your journey
• Entrances to main Sardinian and Corsican sites are included
• Transportation on tour, via private air-conditioned 32 seats motorcoach
• Included gratuity for city guides
• Tour city guides as per itinerary in Sardinia and Corsica
• City taxes and service charges at all hotels and restaurants
• Baggage transfers and porters are not included in Corsica
• Included regional meals: All breakfasts, 4 dinners, 4 lunches (main meals include regional wine, mineral water, local coffee or tea only)
• Tour package does not include transfer from Cagliari airport to your hotel, airfare, or any other personal travel expenses.We suggest arriving a day or two before your tour begins to allow ample time to get over jet lag and be well-rested for the first few days of your tour. The tour ends with an included private transfer to Bastia airport
• Activity level: Light/Moderate
• Terms & conditions/Single supplement: (View Here) and FAQ ( View Here)
• Trip Interruption & Cancellation insurance is not included. We highly recommend Travelex-Insurance.com to protect your vacation.
• Purchase of European Travel & Health insurance is strongly recommended

• CAGLIARI, “Villa Fanny“(3 nights)
• ALGHERO,”Hotel Carlos V“or similar (3 nights)
• BONIFACIO, “Hotel Santa Teresa“or similar (1 night)
• AJACCIO, “Hotel Les Mouettes” or similar (2 nights)
• BASTIA, “Hotel des Gouverneurs” or similar (2 nights)

SARDINIA & CORSICA SMALL GROUP TOUR TRAVEL ITINERARY

TOUR LIMITED TO 12/14 PARTICIPANTS ONLY FROM CAGLIARI TO BASTIA

Day 1: WELCOME TO THE ISLAND OF SARDINIA

Arrive at Cagliari international airport and travel to the city center for a three nights stay at the boutique hotel “VILLA FANNY”,close to the city’s architecturally treasures.Tonight, we enjoy a welcome drink followed by dinner in a local restaurant.Overnight in CAGLIARI. Walking: Light

Day 2: CAGLIARI AMORE MIO & SAN BENEDETTO MARKET 

Start your discovery of Sardinia with a guided walking tour of Cagliari, the Sardinian capital.It has an enviable setting overlooking the beautiful Bay of Angels and its historic heart, the CASTELLO which is cradled by ancient ramparts that enclose some beautiful architectural gems and historical treasures.We enjoy a walking tour that begins with the NATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM, which contains a fairly wide range of pre-Nuragic,Phoenician and Cartaginian finds.Our tour then takes us down through the streets of the old town to the CATHEDRAL where to admire the Pisan Romanesque facade, the elaborate Gothic/Baroque interior, the crypt under the altar and the BASTIONE S REMY, a glorious spot for amazing views.Continue to the popular SAN BENEDETTO MARKET where you can see how the locals shop, what they buy, what is fresh, and what is caught in this part of the Mediterranean Sea.Beneath the citadel walls, the vibrant marina quarter is a tangle of tiny streets bursting with tantalising shops and bars.After time on your own for lunch,we end the day with a panoramic tour of the POETTO BEACH (weather permitting) and MONTE URPINO.Rest of the day is at leisure.Overnight in CAGLIARI Walking: Moderate

Day 3: ANCIENT NORA & OLIVE OIL FARM IN DOLIANOVA

This morning we drive south-west out of the city of Cagliari over bridges and viaducts crossing salt pans that have been in use since the Romans arriving at the sunken Phoenician city of NORA, one of Sardinia’s most important archaeological sites dating to the 8^th century BC.The most important town in Sardinia during the rule of Rome. It was certainly an ancient Phoenician port of call, and this is confirmed both by some inscriptions and by its geographical position, which corresponded to the Phoenicians’ trading requirements, who chose as their port of call small islands off the mainland or the extreme tips of promontories such as that of Pula.Following this,we drive to the nearby community of DOLIANOVA to visit a family owned OLIVE OIL FARM to learn about the history of olive oil production in Sardinia and sampling their local products.Overnight in CAGLIARI. Walking: Moderate

Day 4: UNESCO SU NURAXI, SARDINIAN WINERY & COLORFUL BOSA

Our long day starts with a drive North to BARUMINI for a tour of the Bronze Age site at SU NURAXI, ancient megalithic constructions developed during the Nuragic age (1900-730 B.C.), included by UNESCO as World Heritage Site.The Nuragic people built many prehistoric stone villages in Sardinia from about 1800 BC but left no written records. Su Nuraxi is described as the finest and most complete example of this remarkable form of prehistoric architecture.This is truly an experience you will not soon forget.Afterwards,head to one of Sardinia’s most renowned WINERY for a cellar tour and wine tasting.Continue to the delightful pastel-coloured houses town of BOSA located on a green valley at the foot of a mountainous area dominated by the Castello dei Malaspina,on the right bank of the Temo river, the only navigable one in Sardinia.This fascinating town is famous for its artisan tradition of gold-filigree jewellery and lacemaking.Spend the next three nights in the medieval fortified seaside town of ALGHERO at the “CARLOS V HOTEL” or similar,located a short walk from the town center.Overnight in ALGHERO.Walking:Moderate

DAY 5: BOAT TRIP TO THE NEPTUNE’S CAVE & CATALAN ALGHERO

The morning starts with an early transfer to the port for embarking on a private boat to one of the most fascinating jewels of the whole Mediterranean, the mystical CAVES OF NEPTUNE, bathed in shimmering colors and bristling with stalactites and stalagmites contorted into fantastical shapes (weather permitting).Following this, we will enjoy a guided tour of the stunning town of ALGHERO described as “little Barcelona”,discovering the labyrinthine alleys of the remarkably preserved old town,defended by robust walls and four bastions dedicated to famous explorers.The lively piazza is fitted with shops and restaurants.A Pizza By meter experience is included this evening in a local restaurant.Eat as a real local!!!Overnight in ALGHERO.Walking: Moderate

DAY 6: CAPO CACCIA PROMONTORY, NECROPOLIS OF ANGHELU RUJU & COOKING CLASS 

Today’s visit takes you to discover the stunning limestone headland of CAPO CACCIA followed by a stop to the captivating site of ANGHELU RUJU which houses one of the largest prehistoric cemeteries in Sardinia in terms of the number of tombs found up till now. Nearly 40 artificial caves (the famous domus de janas) carved in a rocky ledge of soft sandstone used by different cultures starting in the Late Neolithic and going on until the first Bronze Age.Following this, we shall visit the house of a local for mastering the flavours of Sardinian cuisine during an entertaining COOKING CLASS where you learn about typical local ingredients.The evening is at leisure in Alghero.Maybe enjoy dinner in a trattoria in the old town.The rich red sunsets across the sea and the cape are justifiably famous.Overnight in ALGHERO.Walking: Moderate

DAY 7: MEDIEVAL CASTELSARDO, CORK EXPERIENCE & CORSICA ISLAND

Today we take a journey inland through the GALLURA REGION rich in oak woods and granite rocks.Our first stop is the charming 13th-century Aragonese town of CASTELSARDO, perched on a cliff looking at the Gulf of Asinara.The town is dominated by its Castle hence its name and sits high on a hilltop sheltering the houses below.Imagine steep, winding streets leading up to rugged defensive towers and elderly women sitting in doorways weaving elaborate baskets. It’s little wonder it has been listed as one of Italy’s most beautiful villages.We then drive to the heart of the Gallura region where in the town of CALANGIANUS we visit a CORK factory where we learn about this important Sardinian technique.End the day with a drive to SANTA TERESA DI GALLURA to embark on a late ferry to BONIFACIO (approx. 1 hr journey).Admire the contrast of scenery of the two islands.Speend the night at the central hotel “SANTA TERESA“or similar.Overnight in BONIFACIO.Walking: Moderate

DAY 8: MEDIEVAL BONIFACIO,BACKROAD SARTENE & ELEGANT AJACCIO

Corsica boasts a long, eventful and troubled history.Rarely has it ruled itself, often has it been fought over.This amazing town is perched on a narrow limestone peninsula about one mile long which, parallels the coast and forms a harbor on the southernmost point of Corsica.In the morning a local guide will show us the highlights of the well-preserved old town.Continue to SARTENE for a brief introduction of this fascinating town where life seems stopped 70 years ago.Arrive in AJACCIO where we shall be spending the next two nights at the seaside “HOTEL LES MOUETTES“. Tonight is free to relax at our hotel or venture out to a local brasserie.Overnight in AJACCIO. Walking: Moderate

DAY 9: BEAUTIFUL AJACCIO & NAPOLEON’S HOUSE

The wonderful waterfront city of AJACCIO is known foremost as Napoleon’s birthplace.After breakfast, we embark on a walking tour of its historical center featuring the MAISON BONAPARTE, its color-washed terracotta-tiled houses, narrow backstreets and the Venetian Renaissance-style CATHEDRAL, where Napoleon and his siblings were baptized.We then have free time to explore the popular open market or the renowned Fesch Art Museum.Rest of the day is at leisure for taking advantadge of the hotel facilities and its sandy beach.Dinner is included this evening at our favorite bistro.Overnight in AJACCIO.Walking: Moderate

DAY 10: ANCIENT CAPITAL OF CORTE & THE RESTONICA VALLEY

Today, we explore the medieval town of CORTE, whose fortunate geographic location meant that on several occasions potential conquerors, including the Romans, had to stop short of this region.From its Citadel, which is the home of the Musee de la Corse,one of the leading centers of Corsican culture, there are commanding views of the territory.Continue to the heart of the RESTONICA VALLEY for an included lunch in a local restaurant.Drive to BASTIA for your last two nights at the”HOTEL DES GOURVERNEURS” or similar.Overnight in BASTIA.Walking: Moderate

DAY 11: LA DOLCE VITA IN BASTIA!!!

Bastia has a charm of its own, with its Citadel and the historic centre,its narrow alleys.With its colourful houses overlooking the sea,BASTIA is the second largest city in Corsica and is considered its economical capital.In the morning meet your local expert for a discovery tour of the citadel and the seaside part of the town to get a true sense of the town,joining the locals in their ritual coffee in Place de Nicolas or a pastis at the vieux Port.In the evening we’ll celebrate you with a FAREWELL DINNER sharing travel memories and toasting new friends.Overnight in BASTIA.Walking:Moderate

DAY 12: AU REVOIR CORSICA

Au revoir from Secret Tours Team.You might extend your tour to PUGLIA,  MALTA ISLAND 

2024 TOUR PRICE: €5,200       SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: €900    currency converter

Prices are per person based on double room occupancy for 12 days/11 nights