One-Week Sardinia and Corsica Island Tour

As the second-largest island in the Mediterranean, Sardinia could easily be its own country. As you will see, this attractive land off the western coast of Italy comes with its own regional dialect, indigenous culture, and an impressive history that dates all the way back to the Phoenicians and the Romans. Today, you will make your way by private transfer to the town of Alghero, which is situated on the island’s  northwestern side. On the way,  you will be able to enjoy a stop at the sun-baked La Pelosa beach, where you can relax or take a dip in the inviting water.

Today, your island-hopping adventure will take you to the adjacent island of Corsica. This French isle boasts an impressive coastline and attracts visitors with its charming medieval towns, miles of scenic walking paths, and pristine sandy beaches. After enjoying a Mediterranean breakfast, you will make your way to the port, where you will board a private yacht that will carry you into the strait that separates Sardinia and Corsica. This cruise will also include a stop in Bonifacio, where you can explore the rustic town before making your return voyage to Alghero.

Still rocking to the rhythm of the waves, you will awake in your luxurious accommodation, ready to remain on dry land for today's adventure. After making your way into the interior of Sardinia and the town of Aggius, you will be met by a quaint setting of cobbled alleys and homes made with stone from the nearby granite quarries. Many come here to enjoy the history that is displayed at the adjacent Moon Valley. Here, visitors encounter clues of Sardinia’s indigenous past. After an informative walking tour of the valley, you will have the remainder of the day to explore the town’s history at a series of well-managed museums.

Numerous archaeological sites throughout Sardinia date the island’s love affair with wine to approximately 3,000 to 5,000 years ago. Since then, local practitioners of this beloved craft have had plenty of time to perfect their recipes and methods that gain the attention of contemporary wine experts throughout the world. The red hue of the cannonau grape can be found all over the island and contains the highest amount of youth-preserving polyphenols. Into this proud past you will step on a visit to a stunning winery in the town of Castelsardo, where you will be able to immerse yourself this heritage.

Today, you will turn your back on the glistening granite domes and mysterious ruins of the Moon Valley. After breakfast, you will make your way back to the seaside town of Alghero. Before you arrive, you will be able to enjoy a visit to the panoramic coastline of Sardinia known as the Coral Riviera and the famous sea caves of Neptune's Grotto. This serene setting, complete with impressive views of the wandering limestone cliffs, will provide you with a final touch of rural ambiance before you arrive into the vibrant bustle of city life in Alghero. Upon your arrival, you will be provided with an authentic Sardinian dinner.

Your final day in the welcoming embrace of Sardinia will provide an immersion into the island’s prehistoric past. Considered by some to be home to the most ancient civilization in the Mediterranean, the indigenous structures and ruins of Sardinia will be yours to explore on a day trip to the nearby town of Torralba. Here, you will encounter the remains of numerous Nuraghe or conical stone towers. Walking in the footsteps of this prehistoric civilization, you can imagine what life was like for these early peoples and will receive a newfound appreciation for the modern comforts of your luxurious hotel.

Long a destination for folks trying to get off the well-trodden path of European travel destinations, Sardinia remains an idyllic retreat that offers visitors a unique glimpse of the Mediterranean world. After departing Alghero, you will make your way to the nearby airport at Olbia for your flight home.