SARDINIA · ITALIAN ISLANDS
The tours and day trips worth booking.
The 15 top-rated things to do in Sardinia — the boat trips, beach days, volcano hikes and old-town wanders worth building a day around, with real prices and who to book each one with.
Full-day boat tour from Palau or La Maddalena to Budelli, Santa Maria, Spargi, and Cala Granara for swimming and snorkeling.
Most Popular“We had a great time that day. The weather was still beautiful for October. We had several stops where we could swim. And onboard we enjoyed the ordered pasta which you can buy before lunch time. 10/10”
Small-group catamaran tour to Sardinia’s La Maddalena islands with snorkeling, protected coves, and onboard lunch plus Vermentino and myrtle liqueur.
“Our guides Lucca and his assistant were brilliant. Worked extremely hard and served us all day long. A fun and enjoying day.”
Small-group sail from Palau to La Maddalena with lunch, wine, snorkeling gear, and swims at Spargi and the park’s natural pool.
“Alberto and Augustino were incredible hosts. They were always looking for ways to make all of us happy — and they were amazing with our kids (ages 3 and 11). A fabulous day on the water. Advice: Palau in July is crazy busy. Leave yourself a good 30 minutes to find parking if you’re driving.…”
Luxury catamaran from Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago with snorkeling, three swim stops, and an all-inclusive lunch with wine.
“An amazing day travelling on a beautiful boat with experienced crew Alex and his skipper. Their knowledge, humour & cooking skills made it the perfect day. A highlight of our vacation.”
Full-day boat tour from Palau through La Maddalena Archipelago with Budelli and Spargi beaches, Spaggia Rosa views, and swims near Santa Maria.
“The guide was absolutely fantastic I was amazed at how she could switch so effortlessly between languages.”
Sail Sardinia’s Maddalena Archipelago by catamaran from Arzachena for snorkel swims, Pink Beach viewing, and lunch with Vermentino.
“Very nice trip along different bays where you can swim or snorkel. Also plenty to eat and drink. Alberto and his team made every effort to please everyone.Auto-translated”
Full-day 3-catamaran on Sardinia’s Maddalena Archipelago from Arzachena near Cannigione. Swim, snorkel, Pink Beach photos, lunch.
“Fantastique, an unique expérience to visit thé paradise of archipel of Magdalena on catamaran with a skipper very cool”
Underground Cagliari tour: WWII tunnels, Santa Restituta crypt, Sant’Eulalia ruins, candlelit photos. English/Italian in 2 hours.
“It is very interesting and you learn a lot about the history. It’s also quite cool on the caves on a hot day. I would only say there were to many people. It was hard to hear the guide in the back of the crowd”
Cagliari boat tour with multiple swimming stops and possible dolphins. Small group, English-speaking skipper, clear water near Poetto.
“La balade en bateau était superbe. Gianni nous a fait découvrir la cote de Cagliari, les paysages étaient magnifiques. Je vous recommande vivement cette expérience !”
Small-group boat tour from Olbia to Tavolara’s protected waters, with multiple snorkeling stops and a Sardinian aperitif on board.
“This was a brilliant excursion! Antonio was a fantastic host, funny and knowledgeable. He took us to three fantastic stops, each one exceptional. With 2 kids under the age of 9 we opted for the half day excursion and it couldn’t have worked out any better. Loved every minute, grazie mille Antonio!! Would recommend this…”
Hands-on culurgiones cooking class in Cagliari with local ingredients, wine, cheeses, and myrtle dessert liquor in a small English group.
“We had so much fun doing this cooking class. Met some wonderful people from other countries and ate yummy food. Would recommend.”
Full-day Baunei coast cruise with swims at Cala Goloritzè, Cala Mariolu, Cala Gabbiani, plus Grotta del Fico and Piscine di Venere.
“Booked well in advance with Viator, drove 2 hours to get to excursion and they said they didn’t have our reservation. We had all our tickets, confirmation numbers etc…and it didn’t go through to them apparently. Will not use ever this tour operator or Viator again.”
Comfort boat tour from Palau to Spargi, Santa Maria and Budelli. Swim off anchor, see Pink Beach, then explore La Maddalena.
“Très belle excursion, les temps de plages de visite et de bateau sont bien répartis sur la journée !. Le nombre de personnes sur le bateau était parfait, beaucoup de place contrairement à d'autres compagnies.”
Glide through Cagliari’s Roman and medieval sights on a guided Segway tour with quick training, audio narration, and hilltop Gulf views.
“Ivo and Luca were great! Very patient in explaining how the Segway works, and full of knowledge of the local area. I would highly recommend this tour!”
Exclusive eco-catamaran from Stintino to Asinara National Park for guided snorkeling, wildlife rescue center stops, and seafood lunch.
“Wonderful day long trip full of swimming and sailing. Would do it again, kids loved it. Great captain. Great experience. Perfecto!”
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