Sardinia Multi-Adventure Tour
An Island Paradise of Adventure and Natural Beauty
Overview of our Adventure Tour in Sardinia
Sardinia is an adventurer’s paradise. Surrounded by a spectacular coastline of steep cliffs through to sandy shores and seas in every shade of blue and green, the island’s central heart comprises a majestic limestone mountain range, the Supramonte, that is home to ancient canyons, caves and gorges, and rugged, rocky hills and small towns, make the island’s diverse and natural landscape a wonderland for active adventurers and nature lovers.
With beautiful roads to ride, rugged mountains to climb, a vast network of trails, canyon and coastal walks to enjoy, and a pristine Mediterranean sea that invites you daily to restore and rejuvenate, your adventure into heaven awaits. Starting in the north east of the island, our Sardinia multi-adventure tour takes in the spectacular Isola Maddalena, the main island at the heart of the archipelago, before we move inland into the island’s agricultural and rugged heart, and then roll further south along the central-east coast to Ogliastra – a region synonymous with paradise, with a sea of unique scenery between turquoise waters and imposing cliffs, and a designated blue zone for its ancient traditions and healthy lifestyle.
From coast to canyons, and to mountains and gorges, Sardinia is an island to be discovered, and we invite you to embrace the adventure.
Sardinia Adventure Tour Itinerary
Experience adventure in Sardinia, Italy.
Sardinia is a paradise for active travelers.
Our daily program will take you on rides along coastlines with the most vibrant coloured waters you will ever see, through ancient towns and into the unspoilt and peaceful interior of the Barbagia and the majestic Supramonte.
Or if you’d prefer an adventure off the bike, each day presents options for beautiful hikes in nature to ancient canyons and historic sites, sea kayaking in turquoise waters and amongst some of the island’s most stunning scenery, river kayaking and SUP, and optional boat tours with swimming and snorkelling in Mediterranean heaven.
Our Sardinia multi-adventure holiday will see you enjoy every moment of this natural and unspoilt wonder – whatever your adventure.
Magic on MaddalenaYou’ll depart Olbia after a leisurely breakfast for a 90 minute transfer to Isola Maddalena.
Ride.
Once on the island, you’ll enjoy a quick lunch & espresso, as we fine tune your bike set-up.
Departing the port, we’ll roll out and hug the coastline, and before even leaving the town, you’ll enjoy the first stunning vista. The beauty and dramatic coastline landscape keeps unfolding around every corner and over every rise.
Today’s climbing is absolutely effortless as your attention is on the spectacular seascape that surrounds you, as we meander north on our circum-navigation of the island. We’ll add a small detour to take in the island of Caprera, a truly mesmerising part of the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park.
This is a ride unlike any other. There is just so much beauty rolled up into such a small distance.
We’ll roll back into port and then start the loop once again, until we reach our beach side resort.
Highlight: Stunning seascapes that are literally around every corner
Distance: 50.7km | 31.5mi
Elevation: 720m | 2362′
Hike
Once on the island, you’ll enjoy a quick lunch & espresso, and then a short transfer to the start point for your hike. You’ll have a short distance through the flat coast scrub before taking a turn where the trail narrows before finally becoming single track that meanders up and through the ruggedly beautiful landscape strewn with granite boulders. You’ll hike past ancient rock walls and a little higher that allows you to see the stunning panoramic views of the low lands and other islands that make up the archipelago.
This is the perfect way to start your Sardinian Adventure.
Distance: 9.3km | 5.7mi
Elevation: 190m | 630′
Turquoise HeavenWaking up to the gentle sounds of the sea is pure bliss and this morning, you’ll have the option to take a pre-breakfast dip in the ocean and/or join us for a light session of restorative yoga. It’s the perfect start to the day.
Sea Kayak or SUP
After a leisurely breakfast, the choice is yours to either spend a day on the water on a guided sea kayak adventure, exploring the neighbouring coves and bays that surround our resort, and paddling through the turquoise waters of the Archipelago. Or take the option for free time to enjoy some solo-kayaking or SUP.
Sailboat Adventure, with snorkeling
If you’re not wanting an active adventure today, enjoy a sailboat adventure, discovering the wonders of the La Maddalena Archipelago with a day spent among crystal-clear waters and breathtaking landscapes. You’ll visit pristine bays, have time for swimming, snorkeling and enjoy the leisurely pace, as you enjoy the company of our local skipper. Note, this is an optional experience.
Into the Rugged HeartAs the sun rises on another day in paradise, enjoy waking up by the sea and another dip in the ocean before breakfast, and before we say goodbye to La Bella Maddalena, as we transfer back to ‘mainland’ Sardinia.
Ride
After a 2 hour transfer to our ride start location, we’ll take in a quick ‘caffe normale’ and then get underway, riding up and then around Monte Albo, where you’ll enjoy beautiful views of the rugged landscape, which stretches for miles. Upon reaching the highest point of our ride, the remaining 50km is mainly downhill with a few little pinches, making for a beautiful and quick descent through the golden landscape, as we head towards the majestic Supramonte that becomes more imposing and captivating the closer we get.
Highlight: Riding towards the imposing Supramonte mountains
Distance: 71.6km. | 44.5mi
Elevation: 1416m | 4645′
River Kayak & Hike
After our 2.5 hour transfer, we’ll enjoy a guided 3 hour kayak tour along a beautiful river that stretches for 80km and is dotted with fascinating ravines. Departing from a natural spring fall and arriving at a historic and beautiful church which takes a short hike to reach, today you’ll be nestled in the calm waters of the Cedrino and enjoy the restorative beauty of this unspoiled natural environment.
Sardo ExplorationAs you wake to birdsong, feel free to join us this morning pre-breakfast for another restorative session of yoga on our poolside lawn. Or if you’re feeling like a stronger workout this morning, enjoy some time in the fitness centre, immersed in a sea of greenery and fitted out with the latest technologies.
Ride
Today will see us rolling along the quiet backroads and exploring Sardinia’s rustic heart, and some of the towns and villages renowned for their artisan masks and painted murals. This is a day to savor the diversity of landscape, rugged forests, tiny vineyards, and shepherds with their flocks, all under the watchful eye of the Supramonte.
Highlight: Slowly rolling through a town framed by art murals and taking the time to absorb it all.
Distance: 57.7km | 26mi
Elevation: 1133m | 3717′
Longer Distance: 86KM & 1893 M | 53.5mi & 6210’
Hike Gorropu Canyon
Gorropu Canyon is the deepest gorge in Italy with walls towering 500m high, and at times only 5 metre wide. It also has unique plant and animal species that have adapted to the specific climate and conditions within the gorge.
Our hike starts across an undulating track that weaves around streams and trees covered in bright green moss, through little tunnels of vegetation and over a rock strewn path.
You’ll descend off the track and slowly make your way over and around some boulders to reach the mouth of the mesmerising gorge. After receiving a briefing from the reserve staff, you then make your way further into the gorge as you navigate across large granite boulders, with the gorge revealing more of itself with every step you take.
The grandeur and beauty of the Gorropu gorge is mesmerizing and once you arrive at the narrowest point, you have the time to sit and take in the stillness.
After our return hike out of the gorge, you get to enjoy some simple, rustic and delicious Sardinian flavours and also a little home made wine.
Distance: 12km | 7.4mi
Elevation: 450m | 1476′
From Limestone Mountains to Pristine BeachesRide
Leaving the interior of the Island and the heart of the Supramonte behind, today we head East towards the coastline, before starting our long and steady climb of the day.
You will relish every pedal stroke as you find your own tempo and twist and turn up the edge of the mountain, taking in the stunning landscape that unfolds beside you. This superb ride then gets even better once you’ve made it to the top of the pass as it’s “all downhill from here” to our new seaside location.
Highlight: Seeing goats with their bells on the vertical cliff face at the edge of the road as you climb to the top of the pass
Distance: 78.2km | 48.5mi
Elevation: 1474m | 4835′
Shorter Distance: 57 KM & 1,000 M | 35.5mi & 3280
Hike
After a short transfer from the interior of the Island you will reach the start point of your hike, a loop taking in Bruncu Spina which is Sardinia’s second highest peak at 1829m. This hike is seriously beautiful with the landscape extremely diverse, starting with an arid exposed mountainside, grass pasture at the peak, a single track through meadows, low mountain scrub and craggy granite boulders, and past a handful of cows with their bells. You will conquer most of the elevation in the first quarter of the hike and then enjoy the undulating descent as we make our way through picturesque forests, and hike past Punta Paulinu.
Distance: 13.9km | 8.6mi
Elevation: 530m | 1740’,
From Sea LevelAs the gentle waves roll in and the sun rises this morning, join us before breakfast for our final restorative yoga session on the sandy shore of our neighbouring beach.
Ride
Our final ride will be the perfect finish to your Sardinian riding experience as it takes you from the edge of the Mediterranean and from 0m to just under 1100m above sea level.
It’s a loop that is jam packed with a rugged landscape, stunning vistas of the Supramonte mountain range, and its valleys and the sea beyond, and with a symphony of bells along the course, supplied by the shaggy little goats, cows and sheep.
On reaching the top, we’ll roll through the open alpine plain that is scattered with large granite boulders, olive trees and gentle mountain streams.
After a little mid ride Sardo flavour-hit to restore you and your legs, you’ll be all set to soak up more of the beautiful rugged beauty as you take the twists and turns of our final 30 km descent back to our seaside home.
Highlights: The sensational climb that takes you from 0 to 1100m in just 30km, with more sheep, cows and goats with bells than you can count.
Distance: 81.7 KM | 50.5mi
Elevation: 1,651 M | 5416’
Sea Kayak or SUP
If you’d prefer a day on the water, the magnificent turquoise waters of the Gulf of Orosei await today with a 3 hour guided sea kayak tour. You’ll explore the beautiful coves and ravines along the east coast of Sardinia and paddle the turquoise waters of this magnificent stretch of coast. There is also the option to enjoy SUP.
Boat Tour, with snorkeling and ocean swimming
Or if you’d like to spend the day at a more relaxed pace, there is the option to explore the magnificent turquoise waters of the Gulf of Orosei on a boat adventure that sees you discovering the same beautiful coves and ravines. With 3 lengthy stops throughout the day to swim, snorkel, explore and walk along famous beaches, only reachable by boat or on foot, you’ll enjoy a day in paradise and the company of our family skipper, and their amazing hospitality. Note, this is an optional experience.
Buon ViaggioToday we give thanks to the adventure we have shared and after a final swim and leisurely breakfast, we say goodbye to our host family and the beautiful shores of the Gulf, transferring to Olbia by late morning.
Grazie e buon viaggio!
Total Distances & ElevationsTotal Riding Distance: 295km | 180 mi
Total Riding Elevation: 5100m | 16, 730′
Total Hiking Distance: 35km | 21.8mi
Total Hiking Elevation: 1170m | 3846′
Pricing & Dates
7795
per person twin share / Maximum 14 guests
Show Price As
2026
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Start Location & Details
City: Olbia, Italy
Pick Up Location: Olbia Hotel, Olbia
Departure Time: 9:00am
Finish Location & Details
City: Olbia, Italy
Drop Off Location: Olbia Airport
Drop Off Time: 11:30am
Inclusions & Details
Accommodation & Meals
- Our Sardinia Adventure tours include 6 nights accommodation, twin share with private bathroom.
- Single occupancy available. Talk to us when booking
- All breakfasts
- Lunches
- All dinners at a range of our favourite restaurants and osteria’s, including local wines at each dinner*
- *wine provided at dinner is to accompany meals / beverages ordered by guests will incur additional charges
Ride, Hike & Kayak Support
- Professional bilingual guides with extensive cycling, hiking and kayaking experience, local knowledge and first aid experience, ensuring your active experiences are truly local and take in many of the undiscovered back roads, trails and hidden coves of this diverse region.
- Unique GPS routes, provided on tour as part of our adventure tours in Sardinia.
- Support van on daily rides, with mechanical support and your safety as our priority.
- Nutritious snacks and water are provided
Transfers & Activities
- All transfers / transportation from pick up to drop off, including baggage and bike transportation.
- Entrance fees to sites and tours / activities included in adventure activities program (excludes optional boat tours)
Ride Kit
- 2 piece, Italian made A’QTO Cycling Kit including jersey and bib shorts for guests riding 4+ days.
- Hiking shirt for guests doing 3+ hikes
- Laundry for your cycling and adventure activity clothing.
Not Included
- Airfare.
- Bike hire.
- Boat tours
- Travel & International Medical Insurance
- Guide Gratuities
- Specific gels and energy bars
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Bike Hire & Gear
Carbon Road Bike with Electronic Shifting
You can choose to hire a Wilier Cento 10SL carbon road bike with Sram Rival Etap, a compact crankset, with a 32 rear cassette & disc brakes.
Carbon Road Bike with Mechanical Shifting
You can choose to hire a Bianchi Sprint with mechanical Shimano Ultegra groupset, a compact crankset, with a 32 rear cassette & disc brakes.
Accommodation
Enjoy our personally selected range of typical Sardinian accommodation. From staying in charming seaside villas with magnificent views over La Maddalena Archipelago, to family-run hotels that welcome us just like family, and renowned hotels dedicated to creating an experiential journey into Sardinian art, culture and culinary traditions, this diverse experience immerses you into the natural and cultural wonders of Sardinia across 6 nights.
Food & Wine
Sardinian cuisine is influenced by the island’s varied history, and as you move from north to south, and from the sea to its internal agricultural and pastoral heart, regional specialties change. Taking influence from the indigenous Nuragic, Italian and Spanish cuisines, dishes are uniquely different across the island, while always using a lot of fresh and natural ingredients.
As we traverse the island on tour, you’ll enjoy flavours from the sea of small red prawns served as delicate antipasti or squid and fresh fish as part of a frittura, and of course a range of delicious pasta dishes from Maccarones de busa, Fregula and Culurgiones. As you travel inland, the cooking becomes more hearty and rustic, with slow cooked lamb and maiolino cooked on a charcoal fire. Meals are always accompanied by the very traditional pane carasau and local olive oils, and you’ll be sure to taste an array of local Pecorino cheeses, from fresh varieties through to semi-aged and aged.
The wine of Sardinia is also a diverse story following its history, dominations and of course terroir, with the two main varieties being the white Vermentino di Gallura and the full bodied vino rosso of Cannonau. While these varieties are grown on the entire island and each region has a style of its own, this is not a two horse island for wine. Other varieties that must be tried include Carignano, Monica and Cagnulari for the reds, and for the whites, Nuragus, Semidano, Nasco di Cagliari and the sweet Malvasia di Bosa.
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