Speak of Sardinia and the glamorous scalloped bays of Costa Smeralda spring to mind, but the Mediterranean’s second-largest island has so much more to offer. A closer look reveals delightful surprises at every turn: an exhilarating thousand-mile coastline of translucent sea, white sands and hidden coves; a long history as diverse and fantastic as its rugged landscapes; and a unique identity that is familiar yet distinct from mainland Italy. Further inland away from the bustling coast is a very different yet perhaps more intriguing and authentic side to Sardinia: immaculate beaches give way to undulating countryside, cloaked in forests of cork oak in the uplands, and swathed in myrtle and olive on the lower slopes. Tucked away are sleepy towns and villages, where you’ll catch enticing glimpses of local life and centuries-old traditions.
  • Discover hidden cultural treasures in the charming traditional villages of inland Sardinia.
  • Explore medieval Alghero’s fascinating Catalan heritage on a guided tour.
  • Admire the fabled Costa Smeralda’s picturesque coastal villages.
  • Tour Italian-influenced Bonifacio in French Corsica with an expert guide.
  • Marvel at the Santu Antine nuraghe, one of the thousands of Bronze Age settlements scattered across the island.
  • Discover the ancient Phoenician ruins at Tharros.
  • Visit a family-owned wine estate and enjoy a tasting of Sardinia’s excellent wines.
  • Enjoy scenic drives with superb views along the breathtaking coast.
  • Feast on traditional Sardinian fare at a family-run agriturismo, a rural restaurant serving dishes made with fresh, local produce.