Summary
Cycle the wild southwest coast and relax on stunning beaches
- Day 1
- Start Cabras
- Day 2
- Ride Through The Sinis Wetlands To The Phoenician ...
- Day 3
- Cycle Along The Costa Verde And On To Piscinas Bea...
- Day 4
- Cycle Past Abandoned Mines, The Golden Beach Of Po...
- Day 5
- Descend To Fontanamare; Board The Ferry To The Fis...
- Day 6
- Optional Loop Ride. Cycle To Either Teulada Or San...
- Day 7
- Cycle The Costa Del Sud Hills; Climb To The High P...
- Day 8
- End Cagliari
Details
Often referred to as the land of silence, Sardinia is a place of outstanding natural beauty, with crystal-clear sea, limestone ridges and deep gorges. During the week, we ride across the wild and pristine southwest, passing abandoned mines, ancient ruins and gleaming white beaches. The route starts with a circular ride through the Sinis wetlands, home to flamingo colonies, then moves to the spectacular Costa Verde (Green Coast) named for its abundance and variety of Mediterranean vegetation.After cycling past the ancient mines of Ingurtosu and Planusartu, we reach Portixeddu beach, where the white cliff of Pan di Zucchero towers out of emerald waters. We then board a ferry to the fishing village of Carloforte and explore the delightful isle of Sant’Antioco before crossing to the mainland, where we conclude a week of wonderful cycling by pedalling across the rolling hills of the Costa del Sud, home to white beaches, coastal pools and imposing high cliffs. Having built a good appetite, you have plenty of opportunities to sample mouth-watering local cuisine: the perfect mix for a great week of cycling.