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7-Day Amazing Sardinia Cycling on Gravel Bike Tour to the Wildest Island of Italy

Name: Amazing Sardinia Cycling on Gravel | Self Guided
Price: 1550
Availability: InStock

This Gravel Sardinia Bike Tour is organized for cyclists who want to explore Sardinia on the new way: on Gravel bike.

The Gravel Bike Tour in Sardinia takes you on a journey all the way on the Mid Sardinia, starting in Marmilla subregion and ending in Oristano, riding on old rail routes, exploring caves and mines, admiring marine protected areas as the Sinis Peninsula.

Historic Sites: Discover the enigmatic Nuraghi towers, ancient stone structures that dot the landscape. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Su Nuraxi di Barumini, a remarkable complex of nuragic ruins.
Coastal Delights: Cycle along the stunning coastline, taking in breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. Explore the charming fishing village of Torre Grande and the pristine beaches of the Sinis Peninsula, including the famous Is Arutas beach with its unique white pebble sands.
Off-Road Excitement: Experience the thrill of gravel riding as you traverse rugged trails, ancient Roman roads, and scenic coastal paths. Challenge yourself on technical sections and reward yourself with stunning panoramic views.

A Taste of Sardinia

Savor the authentic flavors of Sardinia’s cuisine. Indulge in fresh seafood, local cheeses, and delicious wines. Our carefully selected accommodations offer a comfortable and welcoming base to relax after a day of cycling.

A Personalized Experience

Our experienced guides will tailor the tour to your preferences, ensuring a memorable experience for all. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a beginner, we’ll help you make the most of your time in Sardinia.

Key Highlights:

Diverse Landscapes: From rolling hills to rugged mountains and pristine coastline.
Cultural Immersion: Explore ancient ruins, charming villages, and vibrant cities.
Culinary Delights: Savor the authentic flavors of Sardinian cuisine.
Personalized Service: Tailor your tour to your specific needs and preferences.

Ready to embark on your Sardinian adventure? Contact us today to book your Gravel Sardinia Bike Tour.

The new challenge of Gravel Sardinia Biking

Immerse yourself in Sardinia’s culinary delights:

This gravel bike tour offers the perfect blend of adventure and indulgence. Experience the rich culinary heritage of Sardinia, from traditional trattorias to artisanal gelaterias. Our expert guides will recommend the best local eateries, ensuring you savor the island’s unique flavors.

A gastronomic journey awaits you.

Tour Details

Informations
Tour name	Sardinia Cyclin on Gravel
Type of tour	Self guided, you can start any day of the week
Duration	6 nights, 7 days (possible add 1 or more days)
Period	All year round
Difficulty	Moderate to Challenge
Total Distance	328km / 205mi
Daily mileage	65km / 41mi
Start	Sardara
End	Oristano
Suggested Airport	In / Out: Cagliari

Highlights:

Su Nuraxi, UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Sandy Dunes of Piscinas
San Salvatore village, “Spaghetti Western” movie location
Cycling on the restricted Marine area of Sinis
Ride on the Old Railways of Mid Sardinia

Inclusions

Not Included

Optional Services

Six nights in excellent four & three-star superior hotels and Farmhouses
Six breakfasts
Bike Delivery at Hotel in Sardara and professional bike fitting
Route notes and maps with elevation gain, city maps, Sightseeing, restaurant and shopping suggestions
All Baggage transfers
Drop Off bikes and gear in Oristano
Keepsake “Bike Tour Sardinia” water bottle
All tax and Service Charges

City Tax; each village charge a tax per each day between euro 0,70 to 2,50
Bike Rental

Pre/Post Additional Nights
Transfers to/from other destinations on the Island
Cooking lessons
Cheese tasting
Wine tasting
Dinners and activities booking
Room upgrade options

Itinerary

Day 1Benvenuti to Sardara: the Gate of Marmilla

Arrival at San Gavino Train station and transfer included at your first Hotel, setrtled at the edge of Monreale Castle. Meet & greet in Sardara, bike fitting and orientation briefing with our representative. Bike-test in the area and possible ride towards the inland villages of Pabillonis or Collinas.
Overnight in Sardara.
Meals included: Dinner

Day 2Sardara Loop on Marmilla. 68km / 42mi - 45% Unpaved - Rolling Hills to Hilly

Your inaugural gravel journey commences in Sardara, leading you to Barumini through a picturesque landscape of rolling hills, vineyards, gentle uphills, and an unforgettable panorama, all against the backdrop of fascinating ancient megalithic structures. Enjoy the breathtaking views and the downhill stretches guiding you back to Sardara.
Overnight in Sardara.
Meals included: breakfast

Day 3Sardara to Guspini. 56km / 34mi - 66% Unpaved - Rolling Hills

Today’s ride begins at your hotel in Sardara. The road gently climbs, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding plains. As you pedal along, you’ll feel the freedom and exhilaration that only a gravel bike ride can provide.
Your journey will take you to the medieval village of Sanluri, where you can marvel at its imposing castle. Continuing your ride, you’ll traverse the heartland of Sardinia’s agricultural landscape, with endless vineyards and olive groves stretching as far as the eye can see. You’ll then follow the path of an old railway line, which once connected the Costa Verde mines to the San Gavino steelworks, winding through the picturesque valley.
Your hotel, nestled at the gateway to the Costa Verde, offers a peaceful retreat with a spacious pool.
Overnight in Guspini
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4Guspini Loop to Piscinas. 66km / 41mi - 40% Unpaved - Hilly

Cycling:
Start your day with a warmup around a basalt columned volcanic cone before going through the center of Guspini itself ahead of a spectacular panoramic climb overlooking Guspini and the surrounding Campidano plains. You are heading towards Montevecchio on the way of an old trail way used by the mines.
Overnight in Guspini
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 5Guspini to Torre Grande, Oristano. 58 up to 72 up to 79km/ 42 up to 48mi - 45% Unpaved - Rolling Hills or Hilly to Flat

Cycling:
Today’s ride starts from Guspini and takes you to the Gulf of Oristano and you can chose 2 different ways: the easier almost all flat with more gravel tracks, inland crossing local farms, or the challenger, just 8 km longer but hillier, crossing the Costa Verde and looking the Mediterranean sea from the top; reach Arborea Village, just after the fisherman village of Marceddì, and bike path straight to Oristano Medieval Town, stop for a gelato on the cozy old town at the shde of the Mariano Tower or at the Statue of Eleonora d’Arborea the judge of the Town in the 14th Century. Pedal towards Torre Grande where your hotel is settled, in front of the sea.
Overnight in Torre Grande.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6Cabras Loop to Tharros. 46 up to 66km / 28 up to 41mi - 62% Unpaved - Flat terrain

Cycling:
You start your gravel bike from Cabras and warm up through paddy fields and its inviting views of the Lagoon, Spanish tower and a Roman bridge all within sight.
Today’s ride takes you on mixed paved, salty, dusty and sandy flat fields with slight elevation, perfect for gravel offroading.
Heading towards the peninsula of Sinis, you are just between the Lagoon of Cabras and the Gulf of Oristano. Keep an eye out for these interesting treasures.
today you will admire the most important Sardinian beach of Is Arutas and Maimone and the archaeological site of Tharros
Overnight in Torre Grande di Oristano.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7Arrivederci! Good bye!

After breakfast end of the tour transfer to Cagliari airport under request.
Meals included: Breakfast

Map

Rates

Self Guided

Tour Price: 1550€

Price based on double accommodation, it can change according to the period.

Make it custom: contact us for a quote!

Single occupancy: 400€
Solo traveler: price upon request

Private & Custom departures at any time

Go to Bike Rental Page

Photos

Sample Lodging for this Tour

Day 1-2 Sardegna Termale, Sardara

Day 3-4 Tartesh Hotel, Guspini

Day 5-6 Lido Beach Hotel, Torregrande, Oristano

Reviews

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We recently finished a 5 day tour of northern Mallorca that was organized by BTS. My wife and I are happy to recommend the self guided tour put together by BTS. The difficulty ratings were accurate and it was exciting to cover some classic routes. We like being able to stay in hotels more than one night and do loops from one hotel. The GPS instructions worked well and so did the bikes. Read over the routes beforehand so you know what classics you are passing through. We also did the detour for the St. Luc Monestary. The routes were usually busy with cycle and car traffic but we always felt respected and safe. Thanks Mauro and BTS!

Laura Dickson, USA

November 1st , 2022

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We opted for a self guided 5-day tour in Mallorca. Mauro and team provided us with helpful pre- travel advise and accommodate our special bike requests. Provided lodging (loved the unique choice of hotels) was wonderful and bikes were of good quality. We could not have had a better time – thanks for making our vacation memorable :)!

Elke , USA

September 20th, 2023