Riding all Sardinia's west coast, starting from the fascinating Alghero. Cross the wilderness of Costa Verde and complete your adventure with the unspoiled beach of Chia and the lively village of Pula.
Style
Road cycling
Gain
4460 m
Distance
355 km
Level
Medium
Tour overview
COVER THE ENTIRE WEST COAST
Ride, explore, and discover the entire west coast of Sardinia. This self-guided tour begins in the fascinating Alghero and continues through the wilderness of Costa Verde, Italy’s rugged and remote region. Finish your adventure by visiting the unspoiled beach of Chia and the bustling village of Pula.
You’ll pass impressive Romanesque-Pisan architecture and sleepy Italian villages as you pedal the routes. With the glistening water greeting you as you reach the coast, the turquoise ocean is the ideal goal for the end of your journey.
This self-guided tour includes GPS tracks and detailed maps of all routes so you can travel at your own pace. Our support van transports all of your luggage from hotel to hotel. If you have any problems, the helpful team will be there to help.
Flights not included. Direct flights available at lastminute.com
Cultural wonders and epic roads
Highlights of your cycling trip
Coastal Roads
Pedal along the coast and be blown away by the breathtaking scenery. The dazzling ocean captivates you and makes you want more and more. Take on these perfect roads to see a different side of Sardinia.
Charming Accommodation
Each hotel has been carefully chosen for its idyllic setting. Throughout your journey, you'll feel well rested after each day in the saddle. Every hotel is of high quality, with fantastic facilities that will make your trip even more memorable.
Self Guided
Pedal at your own pace, following the maps and tracks provided during the pre-tour briefing. We'll recommend places to stop for lunch and sightseeing along the way. If technical assistance is required, it will be provided throughout the event.
Tour destination
SARDINIA - ITALY
Sardinia's wild hinterland, out-of-this-world beaches, and endearing quirks captivate cyclists. Coastal roads thrill, prehistory confounds, and four million sheep rule the roads here. The asphalt is as good as on the mainland, and traffic is less congested. This is a destination that every road cyclist should add to their travel bucket list.
Sardinia boasts a beautifully warm Mediterranean climate. The summers are long and hot with the coastal temperatures averaging 28.5°C in July and August. Renowned for a 'six-month summer', the sea is warm enough to swim from May until October.
Terrain
Mountainous and hilly, Sardinia provides excellent climbing opportunities with flowing descents to the coastlines. Dramatic and awe-inspiring. Every trip to Sardinia is incredible, especially those spent in the saddle. Push your pedalling and strength.
Culture
A strong sense of tradition runs throughout Sardinia and the region. Pride and passion are shown through the number of festivals and celebrations hosted throughout the year. Try to tie in your trip with one of the many gourmet food events, not to be missed!
Throughout the week you’ll be staying in beautiful four-star hotels. Each one has been specifically selected to make sure you are able to rest and relax after a full day of exploring. They also have all the facilities you will need as travelling cyclists.
This charming hotel with a sea view and terrace, is walking distance from Alghero old town and the start point for the Wet Coast Sardinia Expedition.
This charming hotel, close to Cabras Cathedral, has a swimming pool and a restaurant that serves up Sardinian specialities. So you will be relaxed and fuelled up for the days to come!
The rooms are super comfortable making this an ideal half way stop on the tour.
Tour itinerary
Your guide to a perfect cycling tour
Welcome and warm up ride
A Catalan Heritage Treasure. Alghero is a Catalan heritage town with a typical old centre made up of narrow streets protected by massive bastions overlooking the sea, making it a charming place to start the week.
Overnight stay: Alghero
Alghero to Tresnuraghes
Distance
60 km
Climb
1200 m
The coast is rugged, and the vineyards are lush. The breathtaking scenic coastal road from Alghero to Bosa, 45 kilometres of pristine beauty along the seaside cliffs, will be our first stop. Then head inland, where you’ll find yourself immersed in the Modolo valley, a vibrant patchwork of vegetable gardens, olive groves, and Malvasia vineyards.
Overnight stay: Tresnuraghes
Tresnuraghes to Cabras
Distance
55 km
Climb
400 m
Bottarga and olive oil
Today’s route passes through the Cuglieri olive oil production area before entering the Sinis Peninsula and ending in Cabras, which is famous for the preparation of Bottarga, a delicacy of salted and cured fish roe.
Overnight stay: Cabras
Cabras to Arbus
Distance
85 km
Climb
1100 m
The Wild Beauty of Costa Verde
The magical passage on a narrow bridge over the Marcedd lagoon, the gate to the unspoiled Costa Verde, a wild coastline of long empty beaches and immense sand dunes covered in juniper trees, is the highlight of the day.
Overnight stay: Arbus
Buggerru to Sant'Antioco
Distance
70 km
Climb
770 m
Old rural villages and vineyards of Carignano grape
Today is a big climb to start the day… However, two beautiful downhills with sea views all the way to Funtanamare beach await you. We’ll then travel 25 kilometres on a flat road to the island of Sant’Antioco, which has been connected to Sardinia’s mainland by a bridge since the Roman Empire epoch. Our dinner will be served in the downtown area of this charming fisherman village, which is rich in tradition.
Overnight stay: Sant’Antioco
Sant'Antioco to Pula
Distance
85 km
Climb
990 m
Ride the amazing Costa del Sud
We’ve already mentioned how lovely this tour is. So, what’s better than the southern Sardinian coast? After a few kilometres, we’ll be enchanted by the neat Romanesque-Pisan architecture of the Cathedral of Tratalias, followed by a surprise rise along a succession of secret coves and ancient Spanish watching towers, overlooking a sea of various shades of blue and green. The up and down concludes in Chia, one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, after which we have only 15 kilometres of peaceful countryside until we reach the legendary Nora, the Phoenician town conquered by the Romans and one of the most important settlements of the ancient Mediterranean.
Overnight stay: Pula
Recovery ride in Cagliari
Arrivederci, Amici!
Arrivederci, Amici! It’s time to say goodbye, but we know our Island touched your heart and you want to be back in Sardinia with us! Take one last recovery ride in the local area before continuing your journey.
Getting there
Information to help you book your flights and get around.
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Flying in
Fly in airport options: Alghero
When best to arrive: in the morning the day the tour starts
Where the tour starts: we meet in the afternoon in Alghero
Transfers: included from Alghero
Flying out
Fly out airport options: Cagliari
When best to depart: in the evening of the day the tour ends after 17:00
Where the tour ends: in the afternoon in the town of Cagliari
Transfers: included to Cagliari
Tour essentials
What’s included in your cycling trip.
Breakfast and Accommodation
Standard accommodation is double room that is shared with one other person with ensuite facilities. Breakfasts and some dinners are included.
GPS Tracks Access
Access to routes through the RIDE WITH GPS mobile application.
Transfers
Transfers in from Alghero airport and out to Cagliari airport are included.
Daily Luggage Transfers
Support vehicles will transport your luggage on to the next hotel, so you only have to carry your essentials.
Extra
Bike rental
Only €225 for the entire trip
It’s not always easy travelling with a bike but fear not, road bikes are available for rental for the duration of the tour. To make sure you get the maximum from your bike for your trip, we’ve partnered with some of the best brands in cycling to give you the latest choice of equipment.
With a variety of sizes available, we can ensure your bike fits you perfectly. All rental bikes are mechanically checked and adjusted before each and every hire so you can have peace of mind that your bike will be running smoothly from start to finish!
You can select this option when you proceed to checkout.
Brands and models may vary
Fitted to you and ready to ride!
More things to maximise your cycling trip
EXTRA
Single accommodation
€150 per person for entire trip
If you’d like a whole room to yourself, that’s no problem. For an extra €150 for the trip duration, you can enjoy the comfort of your own room. Just select this option when you proceed to book your tour.
Booking options
Choose when you want to travel
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