12 days in Sardinia Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Sardinia visit planner
Start: Vancouver
Fly
1
Cagliari
— 4 nights
Drive
2
Cabras
— 2 nights
Drive
3
Alghero
— 2 nights
Drive
4
Nuoro
— 2 nights
Drive to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, Fly to Vancouver
End: Vancouver
Mon, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 17
Edit
| S | M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5
|
6
|
7
|
8
|
9
|
10
|
11
|
|
12
|
13
|
14
|
15
|
16
|
17
|
18
|
View full calendar
Cagliari — 4 nights
©
City of Sun
The capital of Sardinia, Cagliari is spread out over seven hills and still bears the marks of its past conquerors, including the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, and Romans.Museum-lovers will appreciate Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Cagliari and Su Zurfuru Mine. Santuario e Basilica di Bonaria and Castle of Sanluri are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Venture out of the city with trips to Castello di Acquafredda (in Siliqua), Nuraghe Arrubiu (in Orroli) and Casa Zapata Museum (in Barumini). Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at Museo Archeologico Comunale "Ferruccio Barreca", pause for some serene contemplation at Santuario di S. Ignazio da Laconi, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chiesa della Madonna delle Grazie, and don't miss a visit to Chiesa di Santa Maria di Valverde.
For maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Cagliari road trip website.
Vancouver, Canada to Cagliari is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 9 hour difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Vancouver in November, with highs in Cagliari at 22°C and lows at 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can drive to Cabras.
Side Trips
Iglesias, Fluminimaggiore, Castello di Acquafredda, Castle of Sanluri, Museo Archeologico Comunale "Ferruccio Barreca"
Find places to stay Nov 7 — 11:
Highlights from your trip
Cabras — 2 nights
©
Looking out onto a vast coastline from the southern shore of the lake, Cabras represents an ancient village best known for its rare historical finds that date as far back as the Neolithic times.On the 12th (Sun), make a trip to Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, contemplate the long history of S'Archittu, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of Saint John Baptist di Sinis, and finally steep yourself in history at Area archeologica di Tharros. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the ancient world of Pozzo e Villaggio Nuragico S. Cristina, explore the ancient world of Nuraghe Losa, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di Santa Giusta, and finally examine the collection at Museo Civico Giovanni Marongiu.
To see where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Cabras trip planner.
Drive from Cagliari to Cabras in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. November in Cabras sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Alghero.
Side Trips
Pozzo e Villaggio Nuragico S. Cristina, Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, S'Archittu, Chiesa di Santa Giusta, Nuraghe Losa
Find places to stay Nov 11 — 13:
Highlights from your trip
Alghero — 2 nights
©
Little Barcelona
Built surrounding a 16th-century fortified port, Alghero remains one of Sardinia's most visited sites, rich in cultural and historical heritage.Villaggio Nuragico Palmavera has been added to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 14th (Tue): explore the ancient world of Villaggio Nuragico Palmavera, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica di Saccargia, and then explore the ancient world of Nuraghe Santu Antine. On the 15th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa Beata Vergine del Carmelo, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cattedrale di San Nicola, then contemplate the long history of Altare Monte d'Accoddi, then contemplate the long history of Basilica San Gavino, and finally explore the ancient world of Necropoli di Atrio Metropoli.
For traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Alghero trip itinerary planning app.
Drive from Cabras to Alghero in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In November in Alghero, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) early enough to drive to Nuoro.
Side Trips
Find places to stay Nov 13 — 15:
Highlights from your trip
Nuoro — 2 nights
©
Nuoro is a city and comune (municipality) in central-eastern Sardinia, Italy, situated on the slopes of the Monte Ortobene. Start off your visit on the 16th (Thu): make a trip to Fonte Sacra Su Tempiesu, explore the world behind art at Man Museum of Art Province of Nuoro, and then see the interesting displays at Museo Deleddiano - Casa natale di Grazia Deledda. Here are some ideas for day two: take an in-depth tour of Museo del Costume, see the interesting displays at Museo delle Maschere Mediterranee, and then contemplate the long history of Murals of Orgosolo.
For more things to do, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Nuoro online driving holiday planner.
You can drive from Alghero to Nuoro in 2 hours. On the 17th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.
more
For more things to do, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Nuoro online driving holiday planner.
You can drive from Alghero to Nuoro in 2 hours. On the 17th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.
Side Trips
Find places to stay Nov 15 — 17:
Highlights from your trip
Similar trips
14 days in Sardinia
BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA
Alghero
San Teodoro
Baunei
19 days in Sardinia
BY A USER FROM UNITED KINGDOM
Castelsardo
Dorgali
Gonnesa
15 days in Sardinia
BY A USER FROM BELGIUM
Alghero
Baunei
San Teodoro
15 days in Milan, Sardinia & Sicily
SEE PLAN
Milan
San Teodoro
Baunei
16 days in Sardinia
BY A USER FROM LUXEMBOURG
Villasimius
Baunei
Alghero
14 days in Rome, Ischia & Sardinia
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Rome
Ischia
San Teodoro
17 days in Italy
BY A USER FROM UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Naples
Rome
Florence
16 days in Switzerland & Italy
BY A USER FROM GERMANY
Lucerne
Lugano
Florence
11 days in Sardinia
BY A USER FROM CANADA
Cagliari
Stintino
San Teodoro
16 days in Rome, Positano & Sardinia
BY A USER FROM UNITED KINGDOM
Rome
Positano
Tuili
13 days in Sardinia & Southern Italy
BY A USER FROM CANADA
Cagliari
Amalfi
Sorrento
13 days in Amalfi Coast, Sardinia & Sicily
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Positano
Cagliari
Taormina
See more trips
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.
