Sardinia...stunning coastlines, white sandy beaches and clear turqoise waters! This stunning island (the second largest in the Medieterranean) has an atmosphere and personality of its own. The locals proudly maintian that they are Sardinian first and Italian second. However, there is much more to Sardinia than just beautiful beaches with hidden coves and pretty bays only reachable by boat.

Prehistoric settlements scatter the landscape, and inland tiny ancient villages are surrounded by rugged mountain scenery. The prestigious 'Costa Smerelda', where the Aga Khan's development enhances the superb scenery, provides a truly luxurious and unspoilt setting for the discerning holiday-maker whereas 'Alghero' in the West is a captivating walled town with a strong Spanish flavour.

Food alone is one of the main reasons to visit Sardinia. You will sample some of the best sea-food available in the Medieterranean, excellent local wines, and typical Sard pastries and desserts which you won't be able to say no to!

There are regional flights from Southampton, Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, East Midlands and Bristol as well as Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and Stansted.

 

SPECIAL EVENTS:

30 Mar - 29 Apr 2008, Our Lady of Valverde. Alghero:
A Sardinian festival where devotees flock to Alghero to take part in traditional rituals, including a pilgrimage to the magnificent 16th-century sanctuary dedicated to the saint.

1 May 2008, Cavalcata Sarda, Sassari:
The Sardinian Cavalcade in Sassari is both a pageant and a joyful gathering of people from all over Sardinia, showcasing their different traditions. The town livens up with colourful costumes, horse shows and traditional dances etc.

 

24 Apr - 3 May 2008 Polo Gold Cup, Porto Cervo:
The second leg of the Polo Gold Cup 2008 moves to Bucchi Toltu in the famous Sardinian resort of Porto Cervo, on the Costa Smeralda.

 

1 - 4 May, Festival of St Ephysius, Cagliari:
Thousands of pilgrims from all over the island of Sardinia, clad in authentic medieval costumes, flock towards Cagliari on 1 May every year to celebrate the annual festival of St Ephysius. Musical concert for peace, palio & carnival atmosphere.

 

June, Cagliari in Vespa:
Discover the Sardinian coast the Italian way. Vespa motorcycles are the best way to get around the narrow streets of Italy, and each year in Cagliari the Vespa Club organises a two-day tour.

June, San Giovanni Battista Celebrations, Alghero:
Every year on 24 June, Alghero honours San Giovanni Battista with religious and traditional celebrations, from music shows and horse races to bonfires and a midnight dip in the sea.

 

6-7 July, The Ardia, Sedilo:
The Ardia, one of the most important events in the Sardinial annual calendar, is a ritual horse-race that takes place in Sedilo, in the Oristano province.

 

BEST AIRPORTS FOR THIS AREA:

Cagliari (For th South of Sardinia)

Algero (For the North)

Olbia (For the North)