12 days in Sardinia, Capri & Amalfi Coast Itinerary
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Start: San Francisco
Fly to Cagliari Elmas Airport, Drive to Iglesias
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Iglesias
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Cabras
— 2 nights
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Dorgali
— 1 night
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Arzachena
— 2 nights
Fly to Naples, Ferry to Capri
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Capri
— 2 nights
Ferry
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Positano
— 2 nights
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Ferry to Sorrento, Train to Rome, Fly to San Francisco
End: San Francisco
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Iglesias — 1 day
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Start off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): learn about winemaking at Cantina Aru, kick back and relax at Portu Cauli, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Spiaggia di Portu Banda, then enjoy the sand and surf at Fontanamare, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Sa Punta ‘e S’Arena Beach.
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San Francisco, USA to Iglesias is an approximately 18.5-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference when traveling from San Francisco to Iglesias is 9 hours. In August, Iglesias is a bit warmer than San Francisco - with highs of 93°F and lows of 67°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Cabras.
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San Francisco, USA to Iglesias is an approximately 18.5-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference when traveling from San Francisco to Iglesias is 9 hours. In August, Iglesias is a bit warmer than San Francisco - with highs of 93°F and lows of 67°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Cabras.
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Cabras — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Thu): kick back and relax at Sa Mesa Longa, then identify plant and animal life at I Gatti di Su Pallosu, and then cruise along Penisola del Sinis - Isola di Mal di Ventre. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 4th (Fri): enjoy the sand and surf at Spiaggia Mari Ermi, take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of Saint John Baptist di Sinis, then contemplate the long history of Area archeologica di Tharros, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Maimoni Beach.
To find more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Cabras holiday planner.
You can drive from Iglesias to Cabras in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Cabras are 93°F, while nighttime lows are 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to drive to Dorgali.
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To find more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Cabras holiday planner.
You can drive from Iglesias to Cabras in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Cabras are 93°F, while nighttime lows are 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to drive to Dorgali.
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Dorgali — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 5th (Sat): enjoy the sand and surf at Osalla Beach, stroll through Cala Cartoe, then see the interesting displays at Parco Museo S'Abba Frisca, and finally explore the fascinating underground world of Grotta di Ispinigoli.
For photos, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Dorgali online holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Cabras to Dorgali takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can drive to Arzachena.
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Traveling by car from Cabras to Dorgali takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can drive to Arzachena.
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Arzachena — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 6th (Sun): make a trip to Cala Spinosa, don't miss a visit to Valle della Luna, then enjoy the sand and surf at Spiaggia Rena di Ponente, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Spiaggia Rena Majore. On the 7th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Spiaggia di Rena Bianca, then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then explore the ancient world of Sito archeologico Lu Brandali.
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Traveling by car from Dorgali to Arzachena takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Capri.
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Traveling by car from Dorgali to Arzachena takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Capri.
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Capri — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 8th (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa San Michele, get to know the fascinating history of Scala Fenicia (Phoenician Steps), then get great views at Belvedere Cannone, then make a trip to Via Camerelle, and finally Head underground at Grotta di Matromania. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the fascinating underground world of White Grotta, pause for some photo ops at Natural Arch, enjoy breathtaking views from Belvedere di Tragara, look for gifts at Carthusia, then make a trip to Villa Lysis, and finally hike along Fortini Coastal Walk.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Capri trip itinerary planning site.
Getting from Arzachena to Capri by combination of flight and ferry takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus, ferry, and train; or do a combination of bus, train, and ferry. August in Capri sees daily highs of 88°F and lows of 73°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to ride a ferry to Positano.
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Getting from Arzachena to Capri by combination of flight and ferry takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus, ferry, and train; or do a combination of bus, train, and ferry. August in Capri sees daily highs of 88°F and lows of 73°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to ride a ferry to Positano.
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Positano — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 10th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Parrocchia San Giovanni, appreciate the extensive heritage of Centro Storico, stroll through Spiaggia di Atrani, make a trip to Piazzetta Umberto I, then make a trip to Ruga Nova Mercatorum (Via dei Mercanti), and finally admire the local landmark of Fontana Cap e Ciuccio. Here are some ideas for day two: stop by Art & Craft Gallery, get engrossed in the history at MAR - Museo Archeologico Romano Positano, learn about winemaking at Cantine De Angelis Sorrento Winery, kick back and relax at La Solara, then enjoy the sand and surf at Cala di Puolo, and finally get close to the beloved marine mammals with Sorrento Charter & Villas.
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Traveling by ferry from Capri to Positano takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and taxi; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In August, daytime highs in Positano are 88°F, while nighttime lows are 73°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.
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Traveling by ferry from Capri to Positano takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and taxi; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In August, daytime highs in Positano are 88°F, while nighttime lows are 73°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.
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Sardinia travel guide
Sardinia, with its Mediterranean atmosphere and charm, is loved by visitors looking for things to do outdoors on their holiday, like swimming, boating, windsurfing, hiking, climbing, and camping. Taking advantage of the island's near-perfect summer weather, visitors tend to overcrowd Sardinia's coastal areas. The inner life of the island, away from the most popular vacation spots, remains largely unblemished by mass tourism and commercialization. Sardinia is steeped in history and has a colorful character quite different from the rest of Italy. This is where the ancient Nuragic society, whose stone monuments still litter the land, flourished more than three millennia ago--predating the Etruscan civilization in mainland Italy by several hundred years. Sardinia's seaside resorts may be among the best in the world, but its quieter and more interesting countryside offers a greater array of attractions, including a patchwork of forests, citrus groves, and medieval villages.
Amalfi Coast travel guide
Renowned for its beautiful landscape and medieval fishing villages that cling precariously to the Mediterranean cliffs, the Amalfi Coast is one of Italy's top vacation destinations. This World Heritage Site stretches for about 50 km (30 mi) on the southern side of the Sorrentine peninsula and offers numerous places to visit, from terraced lemon gardens and whitewashed villas to cliff-top views of the sea. Explore the coastline's towns, bays, and resorts. During the peak tourist season, the Amalfi Coast's single seaside road is often jammed with dozens of buses. For that reason, the ubiquitous scooter may be the best way to get around and sightsee. You can also access quite a bit by bicycle.
