Italy's Sardinia Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-5
Premiere & Deluxe Hotels
Italy's Sardinia Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-5
Premiere & Deluxe Hotels
2025: May-Jun, Sep-Oct
White-Sand Beaches & Granite Peaks on Italy's Mediterranean Isle
Rugged coastlines. Secluded turquoise bays. Sprawling olive groves. Sardinia is a cyclist’s paradise. Breathe the revitalizing mountain air as you bike inland to ancient villages. Crown your day’s adventure with a swim in the crystalline waters of a hidden cove. Feel the warmth of island hospitality over a glass of Cannonau, rich with antioxidants. You may be in Italy, but you’ll find yourself in a world apart.
Highlights
- Ride the island’s best routes, including high coastal roads overlooking Sardinia’s jewel-toned waters and a legendary Giro d’Italia pass
- Journey beyond the Costa Smeralda and discover a rich Sarda culture, traveling by bike to remote mountain hamlets and by zodiac to tiny fishing villages
- Vacation at elegant Mediterranean hideaways by the sea, from a private beach on the Gulf of Orosei to Relais & Chateaux hospitality in Porto Cervo
- Taste Sardinia’s incomparable cuisine, from the freshest catch and oysters to Ogliastra’s local delicacies—all paired with superb wines
Start/EndOlbia, Sardinia
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Bike amid Sardinia’s high-mountain villages, surrounded by pristine woodlands and sun-warmed rocky slopes • Panoramic views of the Gennargentu peaks abound from Talana and Urzulei • Discover why this area has been dubbed “the land of aging well” • Connect with local Sarda farmers and a traditional pastoral culture • Get lost in the moment as you savor local cheese and carasau (flatbread) amid a lush island landscape • Ride through Ogliastra’s vine-laden foothills and ancient olive groves • Point your two wheels to the white-sand beaches of the Sardinian coast • Arrive in seaside Santa Maria Navarrese, where fresh-caught oysters await • Unwind at our enchanting waterfront retreat.
Nights 1-2
A welcoming haven set between mountains and turquoise waters, with private access to an unspoiled beach, the shade of coastal pine forest and expansive Mediterranean gardens. (pool)
Day 3
Spin through the limestone massifs of the Supramonte mountains and over the Genna Silana, a pass the pros ride during the famed Giro d’Italia • Linger over lunch like a local • Every dish is a miniature work of art at our hotel’s elegant restaurant • Sip a post-ride aperitivo as the sun sets on another unforgettable day.
Night 3
This property has perfectly aligned its minimalist indoor spaces with its bountiful grounds, creating a tranquil oasis along the Gulf of Arzachena. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Costa Smeralda’s silver-green olive groves and country roads set the stage for an idyllic morning ride • Explore Bronze Age ruins and archaeological sites • Tour an oh-so-charming family-run winery and savor their local vintages • Taste regional specialties at a refined agriturismo (Italian farmhouse) • Take a Zodiac boat ride to the fascinating isle of Caprera • Island-hop to La Maddalena to bike the rugged coastline and swim in hidden coves • Raise a glass to a week of memorable cycling in Sardinia.
Nights 4-5
In the heart of Costa Smeralda, this luxury hotel offers world-class amenities and impressive Mediterranean vistas. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Sardinia is renowned for its spectacular mountain ranges and dramatic landscapes. The routes on this trip take you through the best of the island, but please note that some of the riding on this trip is on high-cliff roads with steep drops. And keep in mind that the region's notorious heat can make biking feel more challenging.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
*Deluxe Hotel
A welcoming haven set between mountains and turquoise waters, with private access to an unspoiled beach, the shade of coastal pine forest and expansive Mediterranean gardens. (pool)
Night 3
Premiere Hotel
This property has perfectly aligned its minimalist indoor spaces with its bountiful grounds, creating a tranquil oasis along the Gulf of Arzachena. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
In the heart of Costa Smeralda, this luxury hotel offers world-class amenities and impressive Mediterranean vistas. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
- $400 rental fee
- Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
- Custom upgraded wheelset
- Best for riders with some tandem experience.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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