Holidays to Sardinia

Sardinia holidays are a beachy dream, with wonderful watersports, epic hikes and ancient cultures to delve into. And yes, there’s a whole lotta cheese.

Sandy escapes

Italy’s second-biggest island is jam-packed with more than 200 elite beaches, so dust off your swimmers and grab a page-turner. Historic market towns like Arzachena frame stunning beaches along the prehistoric Costa Smeralda. Lively Palau, up north, has crystal clear waters and a bustling port. And for a super-cute beach day, walk or sail to remote Cala Mariolu, one of Europe’s most stunning beaches — no bars, no restaurants, no signal. Proper detox, baby.

…and watery wonders

On your holiday to Sardinia, a dolphin-spotting boat tour of La Maddalena archipelago is an absolute must. For more wildlife, there’s lush diving and snorkelling near Villasimius – octopuses in a sunken shipwreck, anyone!? Spend a morning windsurfing and kayaking in the quaint village of Chia, and escape the heat in the truly awesome stalactite cave of Neptune Grotto!

Urban hotspots and magical villages

Sardinia’s towns are packed with characterful streets, while trattorias dot the meandering paths between its ancient villages. Cagliari is the island’s capital and urban core – its historic Catello district heaves with landmarks and lively palazzos. Too many humans? Shake off the crowds in the artsy San Pantaleo or the castle-topped town of Bosa.

We’re getting active!

Rent a gravel bike to pedal around the crystal-clear lagoons of Oasi Biderosa coastal forest reserve. Head inland to hike Gorropu Gorge’s limestone canyons or hire a tuk tuk guide for an info-packed panoramic tour of wine country outside Olbia. And with Sardinia being an island and all, the sailing, windsurfing and kitesurfing go off.