Luxury Costa Smeralda Bike Tour | 6 Days
🇬🇧 English-speaking staff
Easy to intermediate
approx. 145–160 km
approx. ¥438,240~
6 days
Porto Cervo, the La Maddalena islands and Santa Teresa facing Corsica: ride the sea of northern Sardinia, staying in fine hotels
A self-guided tour to enjoy freely, without a guide 📅 Choose your own departure date.
A 6-day, 5-night bike tour of the Costa Smeralda and the La Maddalena islands in north-east Sardinia, with short daily rides and plenty of time for the sea and your hotels.
The first two nights are at a 5-star hotel in Cannigione on the Gulf of Arzachena, with rides to the artisan village of San Pantaleo and the yachting harbours of Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo.
Then by ferry to La Maddalena for two nights, exploring the national park islands and Caprera. Finally back to the mainland and Santa Teresa di Gallura, a clifftop town facing Corsica.
The Costa Smeralda and the La Maddalena Islands | 6-Day Itinerary
From Cannigione on the Costa Smeralda via the La Maddalena islands to Santa Teresa di Gallura: a 6-day, 5-night luxury cycling itinerary.
Day 1 | Cannigione
Gateway to the Costa Smeralda
Arrive at Olbia airport and travel about 30 km to Cannigione on the Gulf of Arzachena. Meet our team at your hotel for the bike fitting.
Cannigione is the gateway to the Costa Smeralda's turquoise water and coves, and pastel-coloured Arzachena is perfect for a stroll.
Day 2 | Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo
An artisan village and yachting harbours
Through the countryside to San Pantaleo, an artisan village framed by granite peaks.
Extend the loop to Porto Cervo, with its boutiques, yachts and Piazzetta, or to Porto Rotondo. On the way back, stop at the prehistoric Nuraghe La Prisgiona.
Distance: 58.1 to 69.3 km
Day 3 | Palau and La Maddalena
Along the coast to the island
Winding coastal roads with sea views to Palau, gateway to the La Maddalena archipelago.
A short ferry ride to La Maddalena, your base for two nights.
Distance: 51.8 km
Day 4 | La Maddalena archipelago
The national park islands
Quiet roads and secluded beaches on La Maddalena, then across the breakwater to Caprera.
Rugged coasts, hidden coves and pine forests, with views of the Corsican coast from the island's heart.
Distance: from 36.8 km
Day 5 | Santa Teresa di Gallura
A clifftop town facing Corsica
Ferry back to the mainland and ride through Gallura's cork forests and villages.
Arrive in Santa Teresa di Gallura, perched on cliffs above the Strait of Bonifacio, with Corsica across the water.
Distance: from 35.8 km
Day 6 | End of tour
Farewell to Sardinia
The tour ends after breakfast. Private transfers to Olbia airport can be arranged (extra cost).
On request, an extra day by ferry to Bonifacio in Corsica (about 29 km, €370 per person).
Hotels in Cannigione, La Maddalena and Santa Teresa
On this tour you spend two nights in Cannigione, two nights on La Maddalena and one night in Santa Teresa di Gallura, in 4- and 5-star hotels.
Cannigione | Li Finistreddi (2 nights)
A 5-star hotel in the heart of the Costa Smeralda overlooking the La Maddalena archipelago, with suites with private pools, spa, gourmet restaurant and beach club.
La Maddalena | Ma&Ma (2 nights)
A resort on the south-west of the island, about 150 m from the sea, combining the national marine park with refined comfort.
Santa Teresa di Gallura | Moresco (1 night)
Near the famous white beach and a short walk from the historic centre, with views of the Strait of Bonifacio and the islands of Lavezzi and Cavallo.
Tour price and what's included
Tour price (tax included)
from €2,490 per person (sharing a double room)
Single room supplement: on request
*The yen price at the top of the page is an estimate and varies with the exchange rate. Payment is made in euros.
Included
5 nights in 4-star and 5-star superior hotels
Breakfast daily
Bike delivery and bike fitting at your first hotel in Cannigione
All luggage transfers, including between hotels
RideWithGPS app (route data and offline navigation)
Trip notes with sightseeing and food tips
Bike and equipment collection in Santa Teresa di Gallura
Cicloposse water bottle
All taxes and service charges
Not included
Bike rental (extra cost)
Ferry tickets on days 3 and 5
City tourist tax (€0.70 to €4 per night, depending on the town)
Extra day to Bonifacio (€370 per person)
Bike rental prices
Hybrid bike: €190
Road bike, e-bike or gravel bike: €260
E-gravel bike: €350
*Prices cover the whole tour.
*These are luxury hotels, so prices may vary with the season and room type.
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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