Olbia's been a Mediterranean trading hub since Phoenician times, and served as the capital of the Gallura kingdom during the Middle Ages. Today, Olbia is best-known as a gateway to the Costa Smerelda, a gorgeous stretch of coastline that's become a playground for the globe's rich and famous.

Explore the 'emerald coast' while keeping your costs in check — take a private Olbia tour of eastern Sardinia with a local guide.

Meet your guide at Piazza Matteotti, get a pre-history lesson at the archeological museum, and see relics in the Basilica of San Simplicio, an 11th century church built on top of a 6th century church…built on a Roman temple.

The Costa Smerelda offers 20 kilometres of white-sand beaches, blue-green waters, cliff-top mansions and luxury yachts. Swim, snorkel and spot celebrities at Spiaggia Liscia Ruia and Spiaggia del Principe, then enjoy a Sardinian meal of sheep cheese, sautéed squid and mirto, a local spirit

Olbia

Half a day tour of Gallura and Costa Smeralda

An introduction to the Province of GALLURA, and also to Sardinia. A journey back through time, 5000 years of history in half a day, starting with the gigantic mushroom-shaped rock of ARZACHENA and the prehistoric nuraghe LA PRISCIONA and its village; then the picturesque village of SAN PANTALEO, set between peaks of granite. This little old town still retains the typical style of the ancient villages of Gallura.

We will go to the COSTA SMERALDA with its capital PORTO CERVO, where we will visit La Piazza, the Old Port and the church of Stella Maris. After BAJA SARDINIA, we will visit Forte Capellini, which in the XIX century was an important fortress dedicated to the defense of north Sardinia. Now, under the name of PHI BEACH, it is one of the most fashionable bar-restaurants-disco of the COSTA SMERALDA. In few words an overview of the north east part of Sardinia that will help you to understand where you are.

Archeological site of Capichera - Arzachena ( 1900 b.C. )

Prehistoric site of La Prisciona ( 1800 b.C. )

The Mushroom Rock - Arzachena (San Ciriaco culture 4100 b.C.)

point of meeting at the port of Olbia - in front of the passangers terminal

5000 years of history in half a day: from the granite of the "nuraghi" to the granite of the luxury resorts.

Private half-day Jeep Tour of Costa Smeralda and San Pantaleo

Costa Smeralda and San Pantaleo are the different faces of the north east side of Sardinia. I'm a local, let me introduce my land as a local !
There are 3 main things I'd like to show you:
- Costa Smeralda and La Maddalena Archipelago from the peak of a mountain
- San Pantaleo with it's nice square, the real lifestyle of the inhabitants, its craftsmen and artists; "li conchi" boulders with houses inside, cork oaks;
- one of nicest beaches

From Palau explore Costa Smeralda and San Pantaleo by 4x4 vehicle

Costa Smeralda History Tour (with private transportation)

Costa Smeralda is a very known brand and consortium. Really famous, but if you look at the map it is just a little portion of Sardinian coast on the north east part of the island.

Born just 60 years ago, attracts many curious who to see this gem but especially rich people who spent their holidays here. It is a beautiful place worth to see ones in your life, even if many Sardinians say that is not authentic Sardinia. During this tour I will take you to the heart of Costa Smeralda - Porto Cervo. Along our half day tour I will tell you the history of this little portion of Sardinia, I will show you some important places that made a history and I will take to the best gelateria (ice cream parlor) in Porto Cervo.

I can customize this tour according to your preferences.

A view on the main square at Porto Cervo Piazza Rossa

Spiaggia del Principe one of the most beautiful beaches of Costa Smeralda. This unspoiled beach can be our stop during our tour. We need to walk around 10-15 minutes to reach it.

The view on Porto Vecchio ( Old Harbor) during the sunset. Usually, we are here during a day, so do not see a sunset but I can do this tour also afternoon.

The begining of the Costa Smeralda. There are two huge rocks that say us that we are getting in Costa Smeralda area. One, we will find coming from Olbia and another one coming back from Baia Sardinia

Stella Maris- an authentic symbol of Porto Cervo and the Costa Smeralda, the church was designed by Michele Busiri Vici, one of the four architects involved in the construction of one of the most exclusive and sought-after destinations in the world

Costa Smeralda rock will be one of our photo stops

Belvedere is another photo stops on our way to Porto Cervo. During a high season there is also a bar with a wonderful view, so it can be our coffe break too.

Here we are already strolling around Porto Cervo. This is one of the classic pictures on the Porto Vecchio. This picture is taken during summer because in low season the port is empty

Baia Sardinia can be our last stop for a lunch or some panoramic stops and a stroll around. From Baia Sardinia you can see few islands of Maddalena Archipelago

The best of Costa Smeralda in a half day tour

Secrets of the Blue Zone: Gallura Half Day Shore Excursion

Discover the archaeological secrets of a city with a thousand-year old history, full of wonderful sites dating back to the Nuragic civilization (between the 18th and 12th centuries B. C. ).

Sardinia is the richest region in Italy in terms of archaeological sites, but it also has a very rich and intricate medieval history, perhaps the most developed period in the island's history. After the archaeological part of our tour, we'll go to the rural part of town to visit the farm where we can observe the elaboration of sheep's milk to obtain typical Sardinian sheep's milk cheese, pecorino, or just taste the cheeses produced on the farm.

On this farm, we will be able to discover the secrets of Sardinian pastoral culture and the characteristics of one of the most popular foods of the local gastronomy, and among those responsible for the longevity of our population.

Discover the authentic traditions of Sardinia with me!

Contact me to best modify and customize your experience according to your needs.

Visit Olbia and its surroundings & meet a Sardinian Shepherd.

Olbia, Gallura and Costa Smeralda Tour for Cruise Passengers

An introduction to the Province of GALLURA, and also to Sardinia. A journey back through time, 5000 years of history in less than a day: starting with the panoramic road to Golfo Aranci, then a visit to the church of Madonna del Monte; after we go to Porto Rotondo, the elegant and artistic tourist village of the Italian elite. Then, we will go up to visit the picturesque village of SAN PANTALEO, set between fantastic peaks of granite. Going down the ages, we'll see the gigantic mushroom-shaped rock of ARZACHENA and the prehistoric nuraghe LA PRISCIONA and its village. Going back to modern times, we will go to the COSTA SMERALDA with its capital PORTO CERVO, where we will visit La Piazza, the Old Port and the church of Stella Maris. Nearby we'll also visit BAJA SARDINIA and Forte Capellini, a XVIII century fortress, now a fashionable club bar disco called Phi Beach. On the way back to the port, we can make a stop for shopping or for a visit to the Basilica of San Simplicio ( built in around 1059 ).

A spectacular introduction to the Costa Smeralda, the Gallura province and Sardinia

Private full-day jeep tour of La Maddalena and Caprera Islands

La Maddalena Archipelago is considered the dream of 100% of the Italians!
It's a stunning archipelago, but almost all people visit the west side, just for a reason: all boat tours take people there.
Why should you choose me to visit the Archipelago ?
3 reasons:
1) I'll take you to visit the west side, less crawded than the east side
2) we'll go by car, so we can visit both the coastline and also inland
3) because I've my special point of view of the Archipelago, I mean a special experience, in fact many years ago I've been a Sergent of the of the former N. A. T. O. base and I've been working in the secret tunnels!

From Palau explore La Maddalena and Caprera islands by 4x4 vehicle

Archeological Treasures of Olbia with Wine Tasting

A journey from prehistoric times to the XIX century through the Phoenicians, Greeks, Punic and Roman period that marked the history of north-eastern Sardinia. The strategic position of Olbia, one of the biggest Sardinian cities, attracted conquistadors throughout the centuries whose traces you can find almost everywhere.

During this tour, you will discover a few archaeological gems of Olbia and its surroundings. I will introduce you to the mysterious Nuragic civilization that lived in Sardinia between XVIII and VI c. BC, then we go through the different periods: the Roman occupation, the middle ages, till nowadays. After exploring the past of Olbia city, you must also know its food and wine side because it is a part of our lifestyle. Gallura region with Olbia is a home of one of the most known Sardinian white wines: mineral and fresh Vermentino, which encloses the granite rock of Gallura, the salty air from the sea and the hard work of man.

Basilica of San Simplicio, one of the most famous Romanesque churches in Sardinia

Giant's Tombs and ruins of the medieval castle Pedres

Giant's Tomb & the ruins of the medieval castle Pedres

Our wine tasting is accompanied by some local products

There is also possibility to ask a light lunch

The view on the archeological museum of Olbia. In the foreground you can see the sculpture of Pinuccio Sciola, one of the known Sardinian artists

Discover the Nuragic civilization and the famous Vermentino white wine

BONIFACIO is a star attraction in Corsica, drawing visitors from all over the island and overseas to marvel at its medieval houses precariously teetering on the edge of the imposing limestone cliffs.
BONIFACIO's Old Town, with a labyrinth of narrow streets and historic buildings, was built by the Genoese and is a fascinating place to wander around. BONIFACIO also boasts a busy marina filled with impressive yachts and lined with chic bars, restaurants, and hotels, enhancing the vibrancy of this fashionable coastal resort. The ferry takes about 50 minutes to reach BONIFACIO, it departs from SANTA TERESA DI GALLURA, a charming north Sardinian town, once a fishermen village and now a lively tourist resort. I've been going to Corsica for more than 20 years to practice my favorite sport, spear fishing and now for work but, every time I arrive at Bonifacio, I'm always astonished by the beauty of this town.

unnamed tombs of the soldiers of the Foreign Legion

View of Bonifacio arriving from Sardinia (distant only 12 km)

The Genoese walls of the sixteenth century

The only entrance of Bonifacio until 1880

Church of Santa Maria Maggiore (12th century)

inside the Chapel of St. John the Baptist

Parade statue of the brotherhood of the Holy Cross

Bonifacio the most interesting and spectacular town in Corsica

Bonifacio Tour From Sardinia

Private hike in Caprera Island - La Maddalena Archipelago - Sea and hill

Hiking features
There are 2 possibilities
- walking time 2 or 4 hours
- total ascent 100 or 200 metres
Route type: dirt road, footpaths, trail, rocks
Highlights: history, wildlife, landscape, beaches
Grade: moderate
Today we go hiking in the Archipelago of La Maddalena. In this wonderful archipelago, the best place for hiking is Caprera, the island where Giuseppe Garibaldi (the Italian national hero) retired. Our destination is a stunning cove with crystal water !

From Costa Smeralda explore this island of Garibaldi, the hero of two worlds !

Authentic Gallura Tour (with private transportation)

Gallura, the north-eastern part of Sardinia, is famous for its paradisaical sea, breathtaking views and… Costa Smeralda.

But, there exists also different Gallura: the ancient one, with small villages spread between vineyards of vermentino and cork forests where time stood still.

During this tour I will take you to the traditional villages where people live slowly, artisans continue the thousand-year old traditions, and children still play on the streets. I will show you unspoiled places out of the beaten paths, some archaeological sites and hidden gems of Gallura.

I am used to concluding each tour with a glass of local wine and food. Why? Because it is a Sardinian way of hospitality, from centuries food and wine bring people together and it is also a secret of the longevity of Sardinian people.

This tour can be customized.

Some hidden corners of Aggius with some works of Maria Lai, one of the most famous sardinian artist

At Aggius you can visit one of the biggest Ethnographic Museum of Sardinia

Aggius is also famous for its colorful and handmade carpets

Behind the corner :-) Perfect place where seat and relax

The famous olive tree in Luras, a splendid wild olive tree approximately 4000 years old, an example of wild olive tree which is considered the oldest in Sardinia and one of the oldest in the entire Mediterranean area.

Luras another gem of Gallura famous for its dolmens ( neolithic graves) and Accabadora

San Leonardo little church on the way to Luogosanto

Aggius the place of ballo sardo ( sardinian dance)

The art is hidden in each corner of Aggius

THE works of Tellas, the internationally renowned writer included by the Huffington Post among the 25 most famous street artists in the world,

Discover authentic Gallura and its hidden small villages

Authentic Encounters & Pasta Workshop in Gallura - Full Day Shore Excursion

Why don't you slow down and let yourself be transported into another dimension, where time stands still and you can enjoy the small things with no rush?

Come on a transformational tour dedicated to discovering the mysteries about Sardinia and its people but also, maybe, to discover something about yourself too!

Let yourself be surprised, lose control and enjoy the ride. The highlight of this tour is learning about some of the secrets of centenarians. Sardinia is one of the world's Blue Zones, i. e. , the areas of the world where the concentration of very old people is highest. Food is one secret to this, but time and stress management are definitely important too. Enjoy what you're doing, don't get distracted!

During the tour we'll dive into Sardinian history, back to the Bronce Age, when the Nuragic Civilization flourished on this island, drive around hundred-year-old cork oak forests and visit a special person with special knowledge about Sardinian pasta & ancient rites.

Close your eyes and follow me!

granite stone in Gallura - amazing shapes

Slow down and discover the secrets of Sardinian centenarians & the Blue Zone!

Olbia, Gallura, Costa Smeralda - Granite and Wine Tour in Sardinia

This is a must-see tour around the spectacular granite rocks of Gallura: Arzachena, Palau, Porto Rafael and Forte Cappellini.
Sardinia and the neighboring island of Corsica are the most ancient lands of Europe, with granite rocks that took shape in the Paleozoic era, more than half billion years ago. It is in the middle of these rocks that one of the best wines of Sardinia originates: the Vermentino.

At the end of the tour, we stop at the SURRAU cellar where you will taste one of the best Vermentino wines, together with other varieties of wine, bread, salami & cheese. The cellar of SURRAU in Gallura offers an intimate venue for visitors in a unique space, without barriers between the beautiful interior and the exterior vineyard landscape. Feel free to explore with the SURRAU staff who can help guide you in discovering the story of the winery, the secrets of winemaking and the traditional aging process.

An interesting tour to link the wines to their territory.

Half a day tour to enjoy beautiful landscapes and delicious wines

From Palau explore the island of Garibaldi, the hero of two worlds !

Starting with the coast from Olbia to Golfo Aranci, then to Golfo di Marinella, Porto Rotondo, San Pantaleo, Costa Smeralda, Porto Cervo, Baja Sardinia, Forte Cappellini (Phi Beach), Cannigione, Palau and Porto Rafael.

A a full day visit to the most beautiful locations of the Gallura Province (north east Sardinia)

Big Gallura

Private half-day jeep tour of Costa Smeralda and San Pantaleo

Costa Smeralda and San Pantaleo are the different faces of the north east side of Sardinia. I'm a local, let me introduce my land as a local !
There are 3 main things I'd like to show you:
- Costa Smeralda and La Maddalena Archipelago from the peak of a mountain
- San Pantaleo with it's nice square, the real lifestyle of the inhabitants, its craftsmen and artists; "li conchi" boulders with houses inside, cork oaks;
- some of nicest beaches

From Costa Smeralda discover sea, mountain and San Pantaleo by 4x4 vehicle

Day trip from Olbia province to Alghero - Full Day City Tour

One of Sardinia's most beautiful medieval cities, ALGHERO is the main resort in the northwest of the island. Permeating everything is a palpable Spanish atmosphere, a hangover of the city's past as a Catalan colony. Although largely given over to tourism (its population can almost quadruple in July and August), the town hasn't given up its unique character and it retains a proud and independent spirit.

ALGHERO's animated historic center is a terrific place to hang out, and with so many excellent restaurants and bars, it makes an ideal base for exploring the beaches and beauty spots of the nearby RIVIERA DEL CORALLO, the magnificent CAVE OF NEPTUNE and the spectacular cliffs or CAPO CACCIA.
On the road to ALGHERO, we will also visit the magnificent Romanesque church of SACCARGIA, built in the twelfth century, one of the most beautiful churches in northern Sardinia.
It will be a full day experience in the Catalan part of Sardinia.

Cloister of the Monastery of San Francesco

Piazza Civica - Palazzo Ferrer (XV cent.)

Cordongianus - Church of Saccargia (XII cent.)

Alghero and in the background the cliffs of Capo Caccia

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