Top Cagliari Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

See Sardinia from its mountaintops to its beaches with this 4x4 day trip from Cagliari. Showcasing the best of the island’s countryside, the experience includes views of pink flamingos in their natural environment, beach stops for snorkeling near Chia, and mountain lookouts for coastal vistas. It’s a great way to discover the landscape around the city without wasting any time.

Through the windows of a beautiful Fiat 1100D from 1964, you will have the chance to see the city from a new point of view. You will come back in time in a vintage experience that will allow you to walk even the narrowest and steepest medieval streets of the historic districts, comfortably seated in our shiny 60s car

Dig into the fascinating history and culture of Sardinia with a half-day tour of the Barumini UNESCO site and the Giara di Gesturi wild horses. See the prehistoric Su Nuraxi Fortress at Barumini. Visit the Giara plateau to find the unique breed of small horses that roam wild.

I love doing this tour for the beauty and variety of beaches, including sea, sand, perfumes, colors and services.  

Go underground and explore the Cave of Neptune with this day trip tour from Cagliari. Leave the driving to your guide and soak up the views of the Sardinian countryside as you travel to the cliffside of Capo Caccia. Climb down the 660 steps of Cabirol’s stairs to reach the caves for a walking tour. This itinerary can also include a boat tour.

Visit two villages in Sardinia’s mountainous Barbagia area on this cultural tour from Cagliari to Mamoiada and Orgosolo, located in the middle of the island. With a guide, learn about Mamoiada’s tradition of making carnival masks at a local museum and workshop, see Orgosolo’s many murals (‘murales’) and enjoy a taste of regional wine made from the island’s cannonau grapes. Lunch is included on this small-group day trip by 9-seater minivan.

Discover the wines of Sardinia on a delightful half-day tasting tour from Cagliari. Visit one of the most acclaimed wineries on the island, where you’ll meet the winemakers, stroll through rolling vineyards and take a tour of production facilities. Taste two local varietals under the expertise of a sommelier guide, and round out your palate with samplings of specialty food products and a delicious brunch.

One of Sardinia’s top attractions, the UNESCO–listed site of Su Nuraxi dates back to the Bronze age. On this tour, travel 3,500 years back in time to the Nuragic period and visit this archaeological complex with your guide. Explore the court house, housing complex, and meeting hut, and see how life played out during the pre-Roman period. Enjoy round-trip travel from your Cagliari hotel, and upgrade to visit surrounding sites of interest such as the Giara plateau, the Giants' Tomb, and the medieval palace.

Learn to make four Italian dishes in this group cooking class: malloreddus (similar to gnocchi and flavored with saffron); culurgiones (pasta “pockets” stuffed with regional fillings); ravioli (dumplings with fillings); and tagliatelle (long, flat pasta ribbons). After the lesson, enjoy the meal together with local wine.

Some towns have art districts, but in San Sperate, the entire town functions as an open-air gallery. The hometown of Italian artist and sculptor Pinuccio Sciola, he played an instrumental part in the town’s rebranding as an art destination. Stroll the streets and admire more than 400 street murals, traditional peasant and farmer houses, and Sciola’s “Sound Stone” installations, which produce music when touched.

Head to Sardinia’s Parteolla region, where olive groves and vineyards dominate the landscape, and treat yourself to a morning of food and wine. The half-day experience is ideal for foodies who want to discover the local specialities in less time. After a visit to a medieval church, you’ll see pecorino cheese in production at a Dolianova dairy (weekdays only), then you’ll savor Sardinian wine and delicacies at a Soleminis vineyard.

Explore the capital of the island of Sardinia during this 4-hour minivan sightseeing and walking tour of Cagliari. Learn about this ancient city's history as well as its modern treasures.

Head from Chia to the culturally rich medieval city of Cagliari on a guided tour, which includes stops at Cagliari’s must-see attractions and natural wonders alike. Choose to travel by foot or by car as you visit the city’s bustling markets, historical monuments, and nearby Lagoon of Santa Gilla with a guide, learning about Cagliari’s culture and history as you go.

Visit Alghero on a day trip from Cagliari and discover the best of the medieval town and nearby Riviera del Corallo. Loved for its bustling harbor and its tangle of honey-colored streets in the centro storico, Alghero is packed with things to see and your guide will showcase its best bits. In the afternoon, you’ll visit nearby Capo Caccia where rugged coastal views await, and the Neptune’s Caves, which are accessible by boat or cliff steps.

The island of Sant'Antioco is home to the ruins of the oldest urban settlement in Sardinia, the Phoenician city of Sulky. We walk in the town of Sant'Antioco itself where the ancient settlement once stood; its colourful houses line along the small port where every day the fishermen sell their catch. The looks, the smiles and every little gesture of the local people could resemble those of the Phoenicians, of a place that still hides secrets. One of them is the tradition of the byssus, the renowned golden brown marine natural filaments that are still spun and woven today to get fine embroidery. We stroll along the coast on beautiful beaches interspersed with rocky natural barriers where the waves of the turquoise sea break. And we finally reach Calasetta, a small town of white houses nestled in juniper woods and vineyards that stretch all the way to the coast in front of the Faro di Mangiabarche, a working lighthouse that still guides sailors to safety.

Leave the bustling port behind and experience the timeless beauty of Castello, Cagliari’s unique historic district. Stroll through the winding streets with your guide to learn about the city’s fascinating history and architecture, influenced by millennia of invasions and conquests. Take in views over the coastline, famous for its pink flamingos, and stop in one of the traditional restaurants lining the squares to sample Sardinian cuisine (own expense).

Visit an olive oil producer and winery that are steeped in the traditions of Sardinia during a half-day tour from Serdiana that offers the option to sample locally produced wines and olive oils. Stop first at a family farm for tastings of olives, olive oil, and other products, then take a guided tour of a small winery where you try four different wines accompanied by bread, cheese, and cured meats.

Go back in time to the Bronze Age on this tour from Cagliari to Barumini, where you visit the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Su Nuraxi archaeological site, built by the Nuragic civilization. Located in the Marmilla region of Sardinia, the site is known for its central tower and surrounding village. Also visit Giara, a protected area home to wild horses. Enjoy round-trip transportation from your hotel for a hassle-free experience.

Visit to the nuragic complex of Barumini, an archaeological park that includes a nuragic architecture and parts of a village. Visit to the museum complex of Casa Zapata, an important institution that includes an archaeological and ethnographic collection. The residence of another nuragic complex found under this Aragonese residence. How did we live the first civilizations in Sardinia? What were the main technologies known by protohistoric populations? We will find in this archaeological tour in the nuraghe - On Nuraxi-, one of the most important monumental architectures of the island and Unesco heritage, together with the history of the Nuragic civilization It starts from Cagliari, with time to be agreed; the tour takes place on foot in terrain with irregular surfaces. Comfortable shoes like sneakers are therefore recommended.

Explore the fantastic southwest Sardinian sea in a private luxury boat. Ideal for families and friends with a range of available most beautiful beaches and a dedicated Captain to ensure you have a wonderful day in Sardinia. The generous schedule gives you plenty of time to explore and customize your itinerary. Best of all, avoid those vast crowds!

Full day excursion in dinghy and jeep to discover the sea and the mountains of Chia and Domus de Maria. From the 1000 meters height of the biggest holm oak forest in Europe, home of the Sardinian deer and rich in Nuraghe towers and unspoiled nature, to the hidden coves only reachable by dinghy.

See more of Castelsardo on a private full-day tour from Cagliari with a guide who shows you historical landmarks and other charms of the picturesque seaside town. Highlights include the Citadel of Castelsardo; Elephant Rock; and Altare Monte d'Accoddi—a pre-Nuragic archaeological site from the 4th century BC. Have time for a leisurely stroll through the medieval streets on an excursion that can be personalized to your interests.

Enjoy a unique and fascinating experience in the Asinara National Park. A 3 hours drive from Cagliari through the beautiful Sardinian countryside up to the northwest of the island where we will catch a dinghy or a boat. With its untouched natural beauty, isolated landscape, rare flora and fauna species, and unique history, this island located on the far northwest tip of Sardinia, separating the open sea from the gulf which takes its name, is in a world of its own. Ready for you to explore. You can admire this untouched landscape by an off-road vehicle or trekking.

Immerse yourself in Italian cuisine at the “Campidanese” court house home of a Sardinian family and learn how to prepare some of the island’s traditional dishes during this private dining experience. Watch as the landlady prepares Sardinian ravioli, enjoy a relaxing Aperitif in the garden, and dine as part of the family. Unlike other cooking classes, with this experience you can leave the cookery to the pros.