Two Faces of Sardinia: Vineyards and Emerald Water
Journey through Sardinia's most captivating corners, from Chia's secluded southern beaches to the wild Nuragic interior and the glamorous Emerald Coast. Explore by private jeep and taste Vermentino wines in the hills above Porto Cervo. Your Destination Expert curates dining and ensures seamless planning throughout.
- Duration
- 9 days, 8 nights
- Route
- Cagliari · Chia · Alghero Countryside · Porto Cervo · Olbia
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $6,210 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Explore Chia's hidden coves by private jeep, swimming and unwinding at secluded beaches.
- Discover Sant'Antioco's layered history and island traditions with a private guide.
- Journey off-road to a Bronze Age nuraghi village, ending with a coastal aperitivo.
- Wander San Pantaleo's artisan village, then taste five Vermentino wines at a vineyard estate.
- Your Destination Expert curates dining picks and ensures seamless planning across Sardinia.
Every day, already yours.
Coastal Unwind in Chia
Arrive in Cagliari with ease as a friendly English-speaking assistant greets you upon arrival, offering a warm welcome and seamless support. From navigating the airport to coordinating your onward transfer, every detail is handled so you can begin your Sardinian journey relaxed and ready to explore.
- Airport Meet & Greet
- Cagliari Airport to Chia by Private Car | 1 hr
- Chia Beach at Leisure
Off-Road Discovery
Sardinia’s southern shores reveal the Mediterranean at its most dazzling, an untamed tapestry of white sands, sculpted cliffs, and hidden coves washed in shifting blue-green light. In the morning, set out by private jeep with your driver, tracing coastal tracks to secluded beaches and panoramic viewpoints. Pause to swim in crystalline waters, stretch out beneath the sun far from the crowds, or linger over a refreshing drink with the sea at your feet.
- Private Morning Hidden Beaches Jeep Adventure | 4 hrs
- Chia Dining Recommendations
Island Traditions
Trace Sardinia’s spectacular southern coastline, where hidden coves and sweeping sea views guide the way to the island town of Sant’Antioco. Travel by private vehicle to this charming destination, inhabited since the Bronze Age and known for its relaxed seaside atmosphere layered with history.
- Private Sant’Antioco Island Discovery | 7 hrs
Northbound to Wine Country
Depart Chia with your private driver and transfer to Wine Resort Leda D’Ittiri in the Alghero Countryside. Approximate travel time is three hours and 20 minutes.
- Cagliari to Alghero Countryside by Private Car | 3.5 hrs
- Private Wine Tasting at Leda d’Ittiri Wine Estate | 1 hr
From Ancient Stone to Sea Views
This morning, enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or simply unwind at your hotel and recharge for what is next.
- Morning at Leisure
- Private Alghero Countryside Jeep Adventure and Nuraghe Ruins with Aperitivo | 5 hrs
Porto Cervo Unveiled
Set the tone for a stylish evening along the Costa Smeralda with a curated selection of Porto Cervo’s most sought-after dining experiences. Indulge in elegant dining at renowned venues such as Ristorante Lu Pisantinu, enjoy a lively marina-side atmosphere at Ristorante Clipper, or settle into the refined waterfront setting of Ristorante Fior D’Acqua, celebrated for its polished seafood cuisine.
- Alghero Countryside to Porto Cervo by Private Car | 2 hrs
- Porto Cervo Dining Reccomendations
Artisan Villages & Vineyard Tastings
From Porto Cervo, set out with your private driver-escort into the hills above the Emerald Coast to explore San Pantaleo, a granite-built village known for its easygoing charm and artistic flair. Inspired by traditional Sardinian stazzi, its stone houses gather around a lively piazza dotted with artisan studios and small boutiques, perfect for a relaxed wander.
- Private San Pantaleo Village & Vermentino Estate with Wine Tasting | 4 hrs
Costa Smeralda Chic
Spend the day embracing the laid-back rhythm of Sardinia’s Emerald Coast. Discover hidden coves, crystalline waters and stylish beach clubs scattered along the coastline surrounding Porto Cervo. Whether relaxing seaside with a spritz in hand, enjoying a leisurely seafood lunch overlooking the Mediterranean or simply taking in the dramatic scenery of granite cliffs and turquoise bays, today is yours to experience Sardinia at your own pace.
- Coastal Leisure & Beach Clubs of Costa Smeralda - Self-Guided
- Passeggiata in Porto Cervo
Bon Voyage
Depart Porto Cervo with your private driver and transfer to Olbia Airport.
- Porto Cervo to Olbia Airport by Private Car | 40 mins
Where you will wake up.
Hotel Aquadulci
Set amid fragrant Mediterranean gardens just a short stroll from the golden sands of Su Giudeu Beach in Chia, Hotel Aquadulci is an intimate 4-star retreat that captures the relaxed spirit of southern Sardinia.
Wine Resort Leda` d`Ittiri
Set within a natural park surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, Wine Resort Leda d’Ittiri offers a peaceful countryside retreat near Alghero. Guest rooms overlook the estate’s pastoral landscape, while a large outdoor swimming pool sits at the heart of the garden, reserved for hotel guests.
Hotel Balocco
Bougainvillea spills over whitewashed terraces as the scent of salt air drifts up from the marina below at Hotel Balocco. Overlooking Porto Cervo, this charming hillside hideaway pairs traditional Sardinian architecture with intimate, attentive service and sweeping views of the Costa Smeralda.