Sardinia is a beautiful island and the south west part where we were is different from other parts of the island – secluded, no celebrities, great mix of beach and nature, and genuine Sardinian food. We had two guides, both were excellent. The tour was well organised, everyone was kept together and safety felt like a priority. I like that they organised snacks and drinks for our stops, including electrolyte drinks! Negatives – we feel this tour doesn’t offer value for money. Pro rata it is one of the most expensive cycling tours in Europe but the accommodation quality was low. Only two working ACs, showers were old and with weak water pressure. When we all arrived, some hotels didn’t have enough hot water so people who went for the shower late ended up having a cold shower. For one hotel where there was no working AC (muma hostel), we were told it was too late at night to call the electrician but they would repair it the next morning (but we were only there for one night!). Later our group leader told us that the AC in that particular room had not been working for the last 2 weeks. There was no offer to move us to a different room. We didn’t appreciate being lied to and will leave a review about this on the hotel’s website. Also note that the support van was small and filled with our bags so there’s only 1-2 spaces for people to sit if anyone decides not to do the hill climb. Though with the e-bikes I think this probably won’t be much of a problem.
Walking & Cycling in Sardinia
Top Five Places to Explore on our Sardinia Tours
Tours of Sardinia
If you want to discover a different part of Italy that steers you away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, our Sardinia tours introduce you to this incredible destination. The dramatic and mountainous island is the second-largest in Europe, with breathtaking views around every twist and turn. Whether you prefer to explore by bike or enjoy a walking holiday, you’ll discover enchanting woodland, verdant gorges and white-sand beaches lapped by turquoise waters.
There’s also a vast amount of history to uncover in Sardinia with archaeological sites such as the Roman settlement at Nora where you can walk around the temple ruins or visit the monolithic monuments built by the Nuraghi people.
But if you prefer to soak up the tranquillity of the island, you’ll find it can be blissfully quiet here, and on some days, you’ll hardly see another soul in sight. Our Sardinia tours provide the perfect opportunity for spending time among some of Italy’s finest scenery and nature. Walk through sprawling vineyards and olive groves, along dramatic clifftops and on coastal roads where ocean views open up before you.
A trip to Sardinia wouldn’t be complete without trying the delicious Italian food and drink, from Cannonau wines and pane Carasau flatbread to local cheeses and the freshest fish. As you indulge in some tasty dishes at one of the piazza restaurants or cafes, soak up the vibrant culture and watch the world go by.
Sardinia Walking & Cycling Holidays
Bernadette Bhakti Cycling in Sardinia
Steven Elliot Cycling in SardiniaI do feel a little mean just giving 4 stars but there were a few niggles. It’s a great trip and particularly satisfying in that there are no transfers until the end – you cycle from hotel to hotel for 6 days. Lovely scenery, though not quite as gorgeous as described in other reviews. Accommodation basic but clean – no luxury but you don’t spend much time in it. Sardinian food and wine is pretty awesome but mostly fish based.
Gripes. Bikes are old and heavy which make the second and third rides more onerous than they should be- 3400 feet ascent in 36 miles does not usually faze me but knees were complaining for a few days after. I experienced a degree of bike envy for the guide’s lightweight gravel bike. As noted elsewhere the flight times are awkward and we were pretty bored by the end of the last day awaiting our transfer to the airport- a late check out from our rooms on a hot sticky day would have been good. The trip notes were inaccurate which, sadly, is a common issue with Exodus trips. Biggest grouse was, however, that there was only ever one guide on the rides, which meant that the weakest member was either cycling alone or dependent on the good nature of other participants for company. To my mind a bit of a safety risk but I guess we might have been spoilt after our trip to Indonesia where there were always three guides.
I am sounding a bit negative. We had a great time but some minor alterations would improve the experience substantially.
John Kaminer Walking in SardiniaI think everyone really enjoyed exploring Sardinia.
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