From the Provence of the Popes to the Luberon – Self-guided
Duration: 8 days and 7 nights
Starting at
per person
Duration
14 nights
Level
4 - Advanced - hilly and mountainous - 50 to 90 km
Experience a vacation under Sardinia’s ever-blue skies, where the Mediterranean Sea laps against wild coastlines like those of Capo Cáccia. A land of contrasts, this island south of Corsica offers panoramic views where the mountains of the hinterland merge with the sea horizon, with villages like Bosa and Tresnuraghes nestled in the heart of enchanting landscapes that blend land and sea.
Here, nature reigns supreme, revealing to intrepid cyclists secluded beaches like those of Porto Palma, with their crystal-clear waters, and trails lined with centuries-old olive trees that invite you to stop and savor the region’s gentle charm. Cycling in Sardinia means letting yourself be carried along by the mild climate, marveling at breathtaking views at every turn, and experiencing a rare sense of serenity, like a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
air travel for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle with Air Transat;
Domestic flights with Volotea: round-trip from Rome to Olbia;
transportation between the airport and the hotel at the destination, both on the way there and on the way back;
bus transfers;
14 nights in a three- or four-star hotel, based on double occupancy;
14 breakfasts and 3 dinners;
air travel for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle with Air Transat;
Domestic flights with Volotea: round-trip from Rome to Olbia;
transportation between the airport and the hotel at the destination, both on the way there and on the way back;
bus transfers;
14 nights in a three- or four-star hotel, based on double occupancy;
14 breakfasts and 3 dinners;
equipment, such as a bicycle.
Travel and Cancellation Insurance
equipment, such as a bicycle.
Travel and Cancellation Insurance
Montreal-Trudeau/Rome
Rome/Montreal-Trudeau
For groups of 12 or more cyclists, accompanied by our guide.
Route rating: 4
Fairly difficult route: hilly and mountainous, with relatively steep climbs; 50 to 90 km.
Montreal-Trudeau/Rome
Rome/Montreal-Trudeau
For groups of 12 or more cyclists, accompanied by our guide.
Route rating: 4
Fairly difficult route: hilly and mountainous, with relatively steep climbs; 50 to 90 km.
Check out the elevation changes along this route and plan your upcoming trip with all the information you need. Please note that the elevation changes are provided for informational purposes only and may not always reflect actual conditions on the ground.
Day 1
Arrival in Rome. Flight from Rome to Alghero and transfer to the hotel in Alghero.
Day 2
A day off or a loop via Capo Cáccia (48–53 km).
Day 3
Alguero, Bosa Marina, Modolo, Magomada, Tresnuraghes. Alternative route via Santa Maria del Mare, Porto Alabe (55–65 km).
Day 4
A rest day or a loop route via Flussio, Suni, Padria, Montresta, and Bosa. Alternative route via Mara and Lago del Temo (64–81 km).
Day 5
Tresnuraghes, Sennariolo, Cúglieri, Santu Lussúrgiu, Bonarcado, Seneghe, Narbolia, Torre del Pozzo, Santa Caterina di Pittinuri. Alternative route via Tinura, Sagama, Scano di Montferro (65 to 74 km).
Day 6
A rest day or a loop via Riola Gardo, Cabras, Putzu Idu, and Porto Mandriola. Option via Marina di Torre Grande (73 or 80 km)
Day 7
Santa Caterina di Pittinuri, Torre del Pozzo, Narbolia, San Vero Milis, Solarussa, Massama, Cabras, Marina di Torre Grande, Oristano.
Alternative route via Seneghe, Milis, Zeddiani, Baratili San Pietro, Riola Sardo. (54 to 79 km).
Day 8
Oristano, Arborea, Marceddi, San Antonio di Santadi, Montevecchio, Arbus. Option via Marina di Gutturu Flumini, Portu Maga (69–81
km).
Day 9
Arbus, Guspini, Buggerru. Alternative route via Montevecchio, Capo Pecora, Portixeddu (49–68 km).
Day 10
Buggerru, Nebida, Gonnesas, Bacu Abis, Carbonia, Perdaxius, Tratalias, Sant’Antioco. (78 km).
Day 11
Free day, or a loop around Sant’Antioca, or a round trip to Sant Pietro Island with ferry options (26–76 km).
Day 12
Sant’Antioco, Villarios, Is Solinas, Sant’Anna Arresi, Setti Ballas, Chia, Santa Margherita di Pula, Pula (86 km).
Day 13
Transfer from Pula to Cagliari. The rest of the day is free.
Day 14
Flight from Cagliari to Rome and transfer to the hotel. Free day.
Day 15
Transfer to Rome Airport and return to Montreal.
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