1. Classic Highlights – 7 Days
🏖 Best for: First-time visitors who want a mix of everything.
📅 Recommended time: May–October

Day 1: Arrival in Cagliari & City Exploration
Visit Bastione di Saint Remy for panoramic views.
Explore the historic Castello district and Cagliari Cathedral.
Stroll along Poetto Beach in the evening.

Day 2: Chia & Villasimius Beaches
Drive to Chia Beach – crystal-clear waters and golden sand.
Stop at Tuerredda Beach, one of Sardinia’s most famous.
Continue to Villasimius and relax on Spiaggia di Simius.

Day 3: Oristano & Sinis Peninsula
Visit the ruins of Tharros, an ancient Phoenician city.
See the pink flamingos at Cabras Lagoon.
Enjoy fresh seafood in Oristano.

Day 4: Bosa & Alghero
Drive along the scenic Bosa-Alghero coastal road.
Explore Bosa, one of Italy’s most colorful towns.
In Alghero, walk along the old town walls and enjoy a seafood dinner.

Day 5: Neptune’s Grotto & Stintino
Take a boat trip or hike to Neptune’s Grotto, a stunning sea cave.
Spend the afternoon at La Pelosa Beach in Stintino.

Day 6: Costa Smeralda & Maddalena Islands
Visit Porto Cervo, Sardinia’s luxury hotspot.
Take a ferry to La Maddalena Archipelago for snorkeling and boat tours.

Day 7: Departure from Olbia
Walk through Olbia’s historic center.
Visit San Simplicio Church before flying home.

👉 Alternative: Do this itinerary in reverse, starting in Olbia and ending in Cagliari.

2. Beach & Nature Escape – 10 Days
🏕 Best for: Outdoor lovers, hikers, and beachgoers.
📅 Recommended time: June–September

Day 1-2: Cagliari & Chia Beaches
Explore Cagliari’s old town.
Spend time at Chia Beach and Tuerredda Beach.

Day 3-4: Supramonte Mountains & Gorropu Canyon
Drive to Dorgali and hike through Gola di Gorropu, Europe’s deepest canyon.
Visit the nuraghe village of Tiscali, hidden in the mountains.

Day 5-6: Cala Gonone & Gulf of Orosei
Take a boat trip to Cala Luna, Cala Mariolu, and Cala Goloritzé.
Kayak or snorkel in the clear waters.

Day 7-8: Costa Smeralda & La Maddalena
Relax on the beaches of Spiaggia del Principe and Capriccioli.
Explore La Maddalena National Park by boat.

Day 9: Stintino & Asinara Island
Swim at La Pelosa Beach.
Visit Asinara National Park, home to wild albino donkeys.

Day 10: Departure from Alghero
Stroll through Alghero’s old town before flying home.

👉 Alternative: If you prefer less driving, skip Asinara and extend your stay in Cala Gonone.

3. Cultural & Historical Journey – 10 Days
🏛 Best for: History lovers and those seeking an authentic experience.
📅 Recommended time: April–June, September–November

Day 1-2: Cagliari & Surroundings
Visit the National Archaeological Museum for an introduction to Sardinian history.
Explore the Roman Amphitheater and Castello district.
Take a half-day trip to Nora, an ancient Phoenician-Roman city.

Day 3: Barumini & Su Nuraxi
Explore Su Nuraxi, Sardinia’s most famous UNESCO-listed nuraghe.
Visit Giara di Gesturi, home to wild horses.

Day 4-5: Oristano & Bosa
Discover Santa Cristina’s Nuragic well temple.
Walk through Bosa’s pastel-colored streets and visit Malaspina Castle.

Day 6-7: Alghero & Sardinian Traditions
Explore Alghero’s Catalan heritage.
Take a day trip to Santu Antine Nuraghe and Sassari’s historic center.

Day 8: Castelsardo & Tempio Pausania
Visit the medieval town of Castelsardo and its hilltop castle.
Explore the granite landscapes around Tempio Pausania.

Day 9-10: Olbia & Costa Smeralda’s History
Visit San Simplicio Church and Arzachena’s nuraghe sites.
End with a relaxing evening in Porto Cervo.

👉 Alternative: If you prefer more time in historical towns, skip Costa Smeralda and add Nuoro or Mamoiada.