Sardinia Treasures

Discover Sardinia, where ancient civilisations, rugged landscapes, and turquoise seas converge.

Small Group Journey
11 Days

Journey Highlights & Signature Inclusions

The seclusion of the Mediterranean’s second largest island has provided it with unspoiled pristine landscapes and a unique window into the past. Its ‘Nuraghes’ or rock monolith structures date to the Bronze Age and its cultural traditions, passed through generations, are still visible in its Blue Zone villages. This tour offers a unique cultural adventure with striking beauty.

  • 10 nights in exquisite 4 and 5-star hotels
  • 10 breakfasts (B), 4 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D)
  • Guided sightseeing of Cagliari, Alghero and Castelsardo
  • Excursion to the ancient town and archaeological ruins of Nora
  • Guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Su Nuraxi di Barumini
  • Visit a ‘Blue Zone’ village and meet the local centenarians
  • Visit the murals of Orgosolo
  • Wine tasting and lunch at a local winery
  • Sardinian traditional cooking class
  • Boat excursions to Neptune’s Grotto (ferry) and to the Maddalena Archipelago with lunch (small group sailing yacht)
  • Entrance to Nora archaeological ruins, Su Nuraxi di Barumini, Alghero’s San Francesco Church and Castelsardo’s Cathedral Crypt
  • Tour Director accompanying group
  • Deluxe VIP transport
  • Airport transfers on first day
  • Note: hotel city taxes, if applicable, are not included.

Discover The Itinerary

Explore your itinerary in detail, featuring carefully selected hotels, unique experiences, and premium inclusions designed to elevate your travel experience.

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11

Day 1: Cagliari

Welcome to Cagliari, Sardinia’s vibrant capital. With its hilltop Castello district, elegant boulevards, and sweeping views over the Golfo degli Angeli, Cagliari offers a charming blend of Mediterranean soul and ancient history. Settle into your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Palazzo Tirso Cagliari Mgallery

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Day 2: Cagliari

Enjoy a guided walking tour of Cagliari, exploring its medieval walls, Roman ruins, and historic churches. Learn about the city’s layers of Phoenician, Roman, Pisan, and Spanish heritage. Later, participate in a Sardinian cooking class featuring regional recipes, followed by a welcome lunch with local wines. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure.

Palazzo Tirso Cagliari Mgallery

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Lunch

Meals Included

Day 3: Cagliari – Nora – Chia – Cagliari

Venture south along the coast to the ancient city of Nora, one of Sardinia’s oldest settlements. Discover its Roman amphitheatre, mosaics, and sea-facing ruins on a guided tour of this captivating archaeological site. Continue to the turquoise waters of Chia Beach, where you can enjoy time for swimming and an independent lunch before returning to Cagliari for an evening at leisure.

Palazzo Tirso Cagliari Mgallery

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

Day 4: Cagliari – Barumini – Oliena

Travel inland toward Sardinia’s mountainous heart, stopping at the UNESCO-listed Su Nuraxi archaeological site in Barumini for a guided visit. This Nuragic fortress complex, dating back to the 2nd millennium BCE, provides unique insight into Sardinia’s prehistoric civilization. Continue through Samugheo for an independent lunch, before arriving in Oliena, nestled at the foot of Mount Corrasi. This evening, enjoy an organised dinner in the hotel.

Su Gologone Experience Hotel

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Dinner

Meals Included

Day 5: Oliena – Blue Zone – Orgosolo – Oliena

Explore Sardinia’s famed Blue Zone, where people live exceptionally long and healthy lives. Travel by jeep through mountain villages such as Orgosolo, known for its striking political murals. Meet local artisans and centenarians and enjoy a rustic winery lunch showcasing the region’s timeless way of life. In the evening, enjoy an included dinner in the hotel.

Su Gologone Experience Hotel

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Meals Included

Day 6: Oliena – Bosa – Alghero

Depart for the coast, stopping in colourful Bosa, a picturesque riverside town with a rich history of leather tanning and hilltop Malaspina Castle. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and some time to explore the cute town, before continuing to Alghero, a Catalan-influenced city with cobblestone streets and a stunning seaside promenade. On arrival, the rest of your evening is at leisure.

Smy Carlos V Wellness & Spa

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Lunch

Meals Included

Day 7: Alghero

Embark on a guided walking tour to uncover Alghero’s Spanish roots and visit the 14th-century Church of San Francesco. Then, enjoy a return ferry excursion (weather permitting) to Neptune’s Grotto, a dramatic sea cave carved into Capo Caccia’s limestone cliffs. The evening is at your leisure.

Smy Carlos V Wellness & Spa

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

Day 8: Alghero

Spend a full day at leisure in Alghero. Discover the local coral craft shops, relax by the beach, or explore the town’s medieval bastions and nearby archaeological sites such as Anghelu Ruju necropolis or Nuraghe Palmavera.

Smy Carlos V Wellness & Spa

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

Day 9: Alghero – Castelsardo – Costa Smeralda

Journey north along the coast, stopping in Castelsardo. Explore this fortified medieval town, perched dramatically above the sea with a guided tour including shuttle transport and admission to the Cathedral’s Crypt. After time for an independent lunch, continue to your beautiful hotel in Cannigione in the glamorous Costa Smeralda region.

Grand Hotel Cannigione

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

Day 10: Costa Smeralda – Maddalena Archipelago – Costa Smeralda

Set sail on a full-day small-group cruise through the Maddalena Archipelago (weather permitting), a protected national park of pristine islands and turquoise waters. Enjoy a leisurely onboard lunch and time to swim or relax before returning for an evening at leisure.

Grand Hotel Cannigione

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Lunch

Meals Included

Day 11: Costa Smeralda – Olbia

Transfer to Olbia port or airport, with the departure scheduled for 9:00AM. Your Sardinian adventure ends here, taking with you the lasting impressions of this island’s deep-rooted history, cultural treasures, and rugged natural beauty.

Breakfast

Meals Included

Upcoming Departures

Cagliari Commences

Olbia Concludes
Commences Concludes Price   Spots Left Updates  
Saturday, 09 May 2026 Tuesday, 19 May 2026 $10,490 AUDTwin share per person +$3,000 AUDSingle Supplement
Saturday, 23 May 2026 Tuesday, 02 June 2026 $10,490 AUDTwin share per person +$3,000 AUDSingle Supplement
Monday, 08 June 2026 Thursday, 18 June 2026 $10,890 AUDTwin share per person +$3,000 AUDSingle Supplement
Saturday, 27 June 2026 Tuesday, 07 July 2026 $10,890 AUDTwin share per person +$3,000 AUDSingle Supplement
Saturday, 18 July 2026 Tuesday, 28 July 2026 $11,290 AUDTwin share per person +$3,000 AUDSingle Supplement
Wednesday, 02 September 2026 Saturday, 12 September 2026 $10,890 AUDTwin share per person +$3,000 AUDSingle Supplement
Saturday, 26 September 2026 Tuesday, 06 October 2026 $10,890 AUDTwin share per person +$3,000 AUDSingle Supplement

Feel free to contact us with any questions or to learn more about crafting your perfect journey with Ormina Tours.

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Experience the ultimate in personalised travel with Ormina Tours’ private itineraries. Tailored to your preferences, these journeys offer complete flexibility, from your choice of destinations and activities to your pace of travel.

  • Depart on any date you choose
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  • Unique Activities
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Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Ormina Tours provide?

Ormina Tours provides land services in Europe. We cover most of Europe and are continually expanding. If your destination is uncommon, please contact us to confirm availability.

We offer Small Group Journeys on set departure dates (max. 10 guests for 2025 and max. 12 guests for 2026), tailored private journeys (full F.I.T. services), and booking and coordination of accommodation. From airport transfers to fully customized European travel, we cover everything, except flights

Where is Ormina Tours based, and do you serve clients worldwide?

We are an Australian company with offices in Sydney and Perth, as well as a team in Europe to ensure seamless service delivery. While based in Australia, we cater to clients globally and partner with over 250 travel agents across Australia, New Zealand, and the USA.

When is the best time to visit Europe, and do your tours operate year-round?

Europe offers charm year-round. May and September are popular for Australians, while beach destinations are busiest in August. Most Small Group Journeys run between April and October, while private journeys are available year-round. Early planning (at least 6 months) is recommended for busy regions like the Amalfi Coast.

Is travel insurance required?

Yes, we require all clients travelling to have travel insurance as this is a requirement for Tour Operators Insurances, otherwise guests must sign a release and discharge of liability waiver for us to accept the booking. If you need assistance arranging insurance, just ask.

Do you cater to travellers with mobility challenges?

We tailor all journeys to our client’s travel preferences and needs, including any mobility challenges whether it is special vehicles, travel scooters, hotel rooms with accessible showers and hoists. We also have expertise on most attractions and towns to know which are more accessible than others.

With our Small Group Journeys, any significant mobility challenge requires an accompanying minder/helper to attend on the tour as it is not always possible for our Tour Directors, drivers and guides to offer continuous care in a group environment. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

What is the group size, and what happens if only two people book the tour?

Our Small Group Journeys are designed for a maximum of 10 guests (12 guests in 2026) to ensure an intimate experience. A minimum of 2 guests is required to guarantee departure (4 guests in 2026).

Should fewer than four guests be booked, you will have the exclusive opportunity to enjoy the same itinerary as a private journey at a preferential rate, giving you the confidence and certainty to book in advance. If you do not wish to undertake the small group journey itinerary as a private journey and we advised within the require deadline as disclosed, we will provide you with a full refund.

What is included and excluded in a Small Group Journey?

Our itineraries include accommodation, transportation, guided activities, and meals as marked – B (breakfast), L (lunch), or D (dinner). Exclusions typically include flights, city taxes, personal expenses, and any items not explicitly listed in the itinerary.

Do I need to tip?

Tipping is optional but appreciated for exceptional service. After booking you will be provided with some tipping guidelines should you choose to do so.

What is the luggage allowance?

Each guest can bring one standard checked bag and one carry-on. Please inform us if you need to bring extra luggage.

What is a private journey?

Private journeys (named City Breaks and Regional Discoveries) are not tours with other people. They are suggested itineraries for the city/region that can be fully customised with prearranged services, allowing independent exploration.

Can I choose my hotel?

For private itineraries, we recommend hotels in our itineraries, we can certainly work to accommodate your preferences.

Hotels are set for Small Group Journeys but you can opt to upgrade your room.

What currency are your tours priced in?

Tours (that is our Small Group Journeys) are priced in AUD for Australian residents, NZD for New Zealand residents, and USD for US residents. Other nationalities will pay in AUD unless otherwise arranged.

Prices are fixed once paid in full. In rare cases of significant currency fluctuations, unpaid bookings may be subject to price adjustments. If this occurs, we will contact you or your travel agent to advise you and you will have the option to either pay the full tour price by a certain date or accept the increase.

Do you accept credit cards?

Yes, though credit card fees may apply. Domestic wire transfers are also accepted.

What deposit is required?

Deposit amounts vary on the size of the booking and whether the booking includes tickets and admissions that maybe non-refundable or non-transferable after purchase. Full payment is due 3 months before your first service date.

Can I change or cancel my booking after making a deposit?

Changes incur a $100 fee per request unless additional services are added. Cancelling more than 50% of services is considered a cancellation, and fees will apply.
Any cancellation made by you prior to your travel (including any changes to your departure date) will result in the following cancellation fees:

Days of notice from notification to first date of service:

  • 91+ days: Loss of deposit
  • 90–75 days: Loss of Booking Deposit and 50% of the balance of the Tour Price
  • 75 days or less: Loss of Booking Deposit and 100% of the balance of the Tour Price

We always advise our clients to purchase comprehensive travel insurance to cover any unforeseen cancellations.

What are Ormina Tours’ COVID-19 guidelines?
  • Follow local laws, wear masks, and maintain social distancing as required.
  • Do not travel if you are symptomatic, recently exposed, or COVID-positive.
  • Stay updated on airline and country-specific protocols.

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