Costa Smeralda Biking | 7 Days
🇬🇧 English-speaking staff
Easy to intermediate
approx. 330–350 km
approx. ¥315,040~
7 days
Emerald sea, the La Maddalena islands, cork oak forests and a medieval town on a headland: ride across northern Sardinia from east to west
A self-guided tour to enjoy freely, without a guide 📅 Choose your own departure date.
A 7-day, 6-night bike tour across northern Sardinia, from the Costa Smeralda in the east to Alghero in the west.
Two nights in Arzachena, with rides to Porto Cervo and the beaches of the Costa Smeralda, and by ferry to La Maddalena and Caprera. Then inland into Gallura, through cork oak forests to the wine town of Tempio Pausania.
Down to the sea at Castelsardo, a medieval town on a headland, and Stintino near the world-famous La Pelosa beach. Finally past the cliffs of Capo Caccia to Catalan Alghero.
From the Costa Smeralda to Alghero | 7-Day Itinerary
From Arzachena on the Costa Smeralda via the La Maddalena islands, Tempio Pausania, Castelsardo and Stintino to Alghero: a 7-day, 6-night itinerary across northern Sardinia.
Day 1 | Costa Smeralda
To the beaches of the emerald coast
Arrive in Olbia and make your own way to Arzachena (about 25 km). After the bike fitting, a short ride to the beaches of Porto Cervo, Porto Rotondo and Cala di Volpe.
Translucent blue water, scrub scented with thyme and rosemary, and wind-carved granite: some of the finest beaches in the Mediterranean.
Distance: 40 km
Day 2 | La Maddalena archipelago
By ferry to the islands
Along the coast from pastel-coloured Cannigione to Palau, then a 20-minute ferry to La Maddalena, a national park.
Cross the breakwater to Caprera, where a road through the pine forest offers views of nearby Corsica. Return to Arzachena the same way.
Distance: 45 to 62 km | flat and rolling
Day 3 | Tempio Pausania
Into the forests of Gallura
Leave the coast for inland villages and the cork oak forests of Gallura, climbing to Tempio Pausania at about 600 m.
A town of fine wines such as Vermentino and Muscat, and of cork crafts. A visit to Nuraghe Majori is recommended.
Distance: 57 km | hilly
Day 4 | Castelsardo
A medieval town on a headland
Down through the cork forests to the sea, with Corsica visible across the Strait of Bonifacio on a clear day.
Castelsardo was founded by the Genoese Doria family in the 12th century on a rocky headland above the harbour. Don't miss Elephant Rock and the Doria castle.
Distance: 61 km | hilly
Day 5 | Stintino
To La Pelosa beach
With the sea always on your right, ride to Porto Torres, then through a magnificent pine forest along the coast to Stintino.
Don't miss the world-famous beach of La Pelosa, 2 km away, facing Asinara Island.
Distance: 62 km | hilly
Day 6 | Alghero
The Coral Coast
A last ride south, with the option to visit the old mining area of Argentiera and the 300 m cliffs of Capo Caccia.
Arrive in walled Alghero. Walk the sea walls at sunset before a seafood dinner.
Distance: 64 km | mostly flat
Day 7 | End of tour
A morning in Alghero
The tour ends after breakfast. Optional loop to enjoy the coast a little more.
Hotels in Arzachena, Tempio, Castelsardo, Stintino and Alghero
On this tour you spend two nights in Arzachena and one night each in Tempio Pausania, Castelsardo, Stintino and Alghero.
Arzachena | Tenuta Pilastru (2 nights)
A rural hotel in the traditional Gallura farmhouse style, with rustic rooms in granite buildings, each with a private patio, plus a pool and wellness centre.
Tempio Pausania | L'Agnata (1 night)
Hidden among green hills in unspoilt nature: its name means "hidden corner, sheltered from the wind" in Gallurese.
Castelsardo | Riviera (1 night)
A waterfront hotel below the castle walls, with comfortable rooms and a spa offering natural treatments.
Stintino | Boutique Hotel 103 (1 night)
In the heart of the fishing village overlooking the new port, with a bar, artisanal gelato shop and a boutique of Sardinian products.
Alghero | Villa Mosca (1 night)
An Art Nouveau residence on the seafront promenade, in lush grounds overlooking the sea.
Tour price and what's included
Tour price (tax included)
€1,790 per person (sharing a double room)
Single room supplement: €550
*The yen price at the top of the page is an estimate and varies with the exchange rate. Payment is made in euros.
Included
6 nights in hotels (4-star and 3-star superior)
6 breakfasts
1 gourmet dinner
All luggage transfers, including between hotels
RideWithGPS app (route data and offline navigation)
Trip notes with sightseeing and food tips
Bike delivery and bike fitting in Arzachena (Cannigione)
Bike and equipment collection in Alghero
Cicloposse water bottle
Taxes
Not included
Bike rental (extra cost)
Optional: cooking lesson, cheese and wine tastings
Bike rental prices
Hybrid bike: €190
Road bike, e-bike or gravel bike: €260
E-gravel bike: €350
*Prices cover the whole tour.
Today's price in yen
Support from Japan
Our local staff speak Italian and English. Our Japan office helps you on LINE with questions, bookings and travel documents, in your time zone (not on site).
Even on your first cycling trip abroad, you can join with peace of mind.
What our Japan office offers
• LINE support, reply usually within 24 hours
• In emergencies, our local staff help in English
• Allergies and diets sent to restaurants in advance
• Travel documents also available in Japanese
Ride and taste Italy to the full, with support from Japan.
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