Sardinian "Surf & Turf"

Name: Sardinian Surf & Turf – 6 Day Sardinia-in-a-nutshell Private Tour
Brand: JayWay Travel
Rating: 4.80 (1 reviews)

6 Days / 5 Nights

Costa Smeralda, Inland Sardinia

from$2,350 per person

Average Guest Rating 4.8 / 5

This 6-day itinerary is the ideal introduction to Sardinia, and a great starting point, if you'd like to add on one or two days in other destinations in Sardinia or Italy. You'll see the two fundamental elements of Sardinia - the coast and the interior. Your days will be spent sailing in the crystalline waters, visiting wineries, and exploring traditional villages.
In addition to the tours included we can arrange a number of excursions based on your own interests. All of our tours are custom, and this is just a sample meant to give an idea of what our trips are like, and the opportunities our destinations provide.
One of our team members in the region will be available to you leading up to and during your trip to answer any questions and arrange additional local services. You will receive access to your Guest Page, with its information on the best these destinations have to offer, including things to see and do, and other inside tips from restaurant recommendations to tipping advice. Upon your arrival, we will provide you with a local SIM that you can use to reach your local JayWay contact throughout your trip. In all of our destinations, we offer a variety of memorable 3-5 star accommodation options, including boutique hotels, charming B&Bs, and spacious apartments. With our first-hand experience, we can ensure they are all clean, comfortable, and centrally located, with local ambience.

3 Nights in Costa Smeralda

3 Nights in Costa Smeralda

Costa Smeralda delivers the quintessential Mediterranean feeling: a relaxed seaside vacation between jaw-dropping seaside scenery and the crystalline water. From the elegant boutiques and restaurants of Porto Cervo to the more local and vibrant atmosphere of historic Santa Teresa di Gallura on the northern coast. Although a magnet for Italian and international celebrities who want to see and be seen, as well as world-class sailing competitions, Costa Smeralda can also deliver on authentic island experiences.

Day 1

Day 1 - Arrival in Costa Smeralda

After you land at Olbia Costa Smeralda airport you will be met in the arrivals hall by a driver holding a sign with your name on. The journey to your accommodation in Porto Cervo should take around one hour.

An Elegant Night

Suggestion to explore on your own

With its luxury boutiques and charming lifestyle, Porto Cervo is the ideal place for an evening stroll. From Piazzetta del Principe and Promenade du Port, head to the harbor, where you can see the expensive yachts parked for the night as you sip on a fancy cocktail or savor seafood delicacies at a beachfront restaurant.

Day 2

Day 2 - Your First Full Day in Costa Smeralda

Full Day Catamaran Small Group Excursion to La Maddalena Archipelago

Included in your vacation package price.

The most exclusive and close to nature way to fully enjoy the beauty of Sardinia and these islands are undoubted aboard a luxurious and exclusive catamaran or elegant and comfortable sailing boats, which will allow you to visit the most beautiful bays and beaches. You will be enchanted by the crystal clear water of the incredibly turquoise bays, the most beautiful in the world, which will surprise you with the contrast with the white beaches of the islands of the Maddalena Archipelago. You can swim and snorkel with the equipment that will be provided onboard.

Activity Level : Easy

Duration : 8 hours

Day 3

Day 3 - Your Second Full Day in Costa Smeralda

Surrau Winery Half Day Private Tour

Included in your vacation package price.

Discover the very particular wines of the region during this half-day private tour to the Surrau winery. Here you will taste their most special wines and take a tour of the facility, together with learning how wines have been made, still using the original and traditional methods.

Activity Level : Light

Duration : 4 hours

A 007 sunset drink in San Pantaleo

Suggestion to explore on your own

The picturesque village of San Pantaleo is nested in a scenic mountainous location, and retains its original look and temperament even after the touristic development of the coast and having being the set of James Bond’s movie "The Spy Who Loved me" with Roger Moore and Barbara Bach. The ideal time to visit is sunset when the mighty mountains surrounding the village turn pink as you sip your drinks and enjoy local delicacies in the lively local Piazza della Chiesa.

Day 4

Day 4 - Traveling to Inland Sardinia by Private Transfer

Today you will leave Costa Smeralda and travel to your accommodation nested on the scenic hills of the verdant Sardinian interior. A driver will pick you up at your accommodation based on your preferred departure time and take you on a 1 to 2-hour journey, depending on the location of your chosen accommodation. Please note this is a non guided transfer.

We also offer the following excursions in Costa Smeralda

Castelsardo and Muto di Gallura Full Day Private Tour

Light7 hours

Gallura Group Tour and Pasta-Making Experience

Light3 hours 30 minutes

James Bond’s Sunset Aperitif Private Tour

Light4 hours

Private Rubber Boat Tour to La Maddalena

Easy8 hours

2 Nights in Inland Sardinia

2 Nights in Inland Sardinia

Ready to discover the secret of a longer life? The remote villages scattered around the majestic mountains and rugged hills of Sardinia’s interior are home to communities renowned for their exceptional longevity and lively folklore traditions. Healthy, tasty, and diverse culinary traditions are a key factor, which you can sample and enjoy thanks to family-style cooking experiences. An active lifestyle is the other staple of these areas, accessible to visitors thanks to rewarding hikes to the spectacular Supramonte and Gennargentu mountains, wild rivers, and picturesque waterfalls of the Barbagia region.

Day 4

Day 4 - Arrival in Inland Sardinia

The driver will take you directly to your accommodation.

The rural "Tenores" of Sardinia

Suggestion to explore on your own

The lively local tradition of "Tenores" chant-like singing, has earned a well-deserved place on the UNESCO Intangible World Heritage list. Its origins date back to time immemorial, when shepherds far from home in winter would gather around a fire and sing. If you miss hearing a live performance, you can listen to historic renditions at the Museo multimediale del Canto a Tenores in Bitti.

Day 5

Day 5 - Your First Full Day in Inland Sardinia

The Barbagia Experience, Mamoiada & Orgosolo Private Tour

Included in your vacation package price.

Barbagia is the heart of Sardinia. A whole day dedicated to the heritage and culinary & wine traditions of two among the most popular towns in Sardinia: Orgosolo and Mamoiada in Barbagia. The EU excellence Mediterranean Masks Museum, as well as the many family-owned Cannonau wineries in Mamoiada, will definitely be part of our tour. Then, let us feast our eyes on Orgosolo and its murals, an icon of contemporary Sardinia. The Barbagia Experience tour departs from Cagliari or other destination requested and include the visit at the museum masks, the visit at the wine cellar with the food&wine experience, the walking tour in the village of Orgosolo between the murals and the old historic center. One of the best museum networks that will give you a deeper insight into Sardinia’s rural life, from trades to traditions, is the MaMu – Mamoiada Museums network, which includes three museums: the Museum of the Mediterranean Masks, the Museum of Local Culture and Trades and the MATer – Museum of Archaeology and of the surrounding Territory.

Activity Level : Light

Duration : 10 hours

Day 6

Day 6 - Departure Day

Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you directly to Olbia (Costa Smeralda) airport.

We also offer the following excursions in Inland Sardinia

Orosei Full Day Group Boat Trip

Light8 hours

Suspended Between the Sea and the Sky, Hiking Private Tour to Cala Luna

Strenuous8 hours

Tiscali Cave Trekking Private Tour

Moderate8 hours

What's Included

Here are all the services provided as part of your complete vacation package. See what every JayWay trip includes.
Please let us know if you'd like to upgrade any transfers or add any additional tours or excursions to your itinerary.

Costa Smeralda

3 Nights Accommodation

Breakfast (hotels only)

Olbia Airport - Porto Cervo Private Transfer

Full Day Catamaran Small Group Excursion to La Maddalena Archipelago

Surrau Winery Half Day Private Tour

Porto Cervo - Su Gologone Private Transfer

Inland Sardinia

2 Nights Accommodation

Breakfast (hotels only)

The Barbagia Experience, Mamoiada & Orgosolo Private Tour

Su Gologone - Olbia Airport Private Transfer

package excludes:

Flights to and from Europe.
Tips for Tour Guides, Drivers and Local Reps.
Meals (other than breakfast if included in room rate and meals listed as included in food tours and excursions, unless explicitly stated otherwise).
Parking fees for your Rental Car (if you are booking one with us) unless otherwise indicated. Some hotels provide free parking facilities.
Travel Insurance. See the insurance link on our website

Benefits of Traveling with JayWay

A JayWay vacation is more than the sum of its parts. Our team work tirelessly to ensure your experience is memorable for all the right reasons. Your trip is personalized to maximize your enjoyment. You're taken care of every step of the way.

A Travel Advisor who speaks your language

We will make sure that all your requirements and interests are taken into account in preparing your itinerary.

A totally tailored itinerary for your vacation

Your trip is customized for you by an experienced trip planner and an expert on the region.

A choice of hand-picked hotels and excursions

We've personally inspected and tested all the hotels and local tour providers we work with to ensure quality.

Detailed pre-trip preparation to make the most of every day

Your Europe-based Tour Manager will be in touch by email and phone a month before you arrive to finalize timings.

On-trip Concierge Service to smooth out any bumps in the road

Your tour manager is at your service throughout your journey. We'll provide a local SIM so you can stay connected.

Personalized Guest Page to make sure you're not missing out

Packed with detailed information and recommendations curated by locals on the best things to do, see and eat.

Glowing Reviews from Our Guests

4.8 / 5

Average of our Guest's Ratings of vacation packages including these destinations

Angela & Bill

Tennessee

Don't miss Sardinia which was geographically beautiful and different than expected. JayWay Travel staff did another exceptional trip for us.

Year : 2022
Visited : Italy
Itinerary : Costa Smeralda, Alghero, Inland Sardinia, Cagliari
Rating :

4.8 / 5

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