Sardinia Family Cycle Adventure
Sardinia Family Cycle Adventure
$1006
Sardinia Family Cycle Adventure
8 Days Starting in Sant'Antioco and ending in Pula
Visiting: Italy
Tour Overview
The Mediterranean island of Sardinia is well known for its white sandy beaches, mystical ancient history and wild mountainous interior. It's an island full of adventure for both young and old with the intrigue of its own language and cultural traditions, mouth watering local flavours and idyllic beaches providing something for everyone in the family. This itinerary will see you exploring Sardinia's southern coastline by bike with the kids, an ideal way to combine quality beach time with an interactive focus. The southern coast of Sardinia has much to offer all ages; cycle through small fishing villages, past Romanesque ruins and lagoons packed with pink flamingos; wander through vineyards and old olive groves, take in the spectacular views of dramatic cliffs and of course relax on the famous white sandy beaches. Whilst cycling between villages spend the night in quality family friendly hotels and feast on exquisite Sardinian cuisine. With a range of cycle options for kids and adults including bike seats, trailers and electric bikes there are no excuses not to be active on this inspiring relaxed pace cycling trip.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Sant’ Antioco
Arrive at your accommodation in Sant' Antioco, on the island of the same name.
Day 2 : Ride To Maladroxia Beach Or Calasetta Then Ferry To Carloforte Village (20 Or 24Km/12.5 Or 15Mi)
Get on your bike to reach Maladroxia, a beach famous for its turquoise waters. Alternatively you can head to Calasetta and board the ferry to Carloforte, a lovely village where locals still fish for Red Tuna, and explore the island lagoons populated by pink flamingo flocks and beaches. Return to your accommodation in Sant' Antioco.
Day 3 : Cycle Through Vineyards And Olive Groves Across The Plains Of Sulcis To Sant'anna Arresi (25Km/15.5Mi)
Riding through vineyards and olive groves, savour the quiet peace of the rolling plains of Sulcis. At Tratalias you can visit the Pisan sanctuary, one of the most important monuments of the Sardinian Romanesque period. Overnight Sant’Anna Arresi/Porto Pino.
Day 4 : Along The Costa Del Sud To Chia With Its Beautiful Beaches (36Km/22.5Mi)
A stunning ride along the beautiful Costa del Sud (South Coast) with its gleaming white beaches, unspoilt natural landscapes and imposing cliffs: Cape Malfatano with its 16th century tower and Cape Spartivento, the southernmost point of Sardinia. Chia boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in southern Sardinia.
Day At Leisure In Chia Or Hike Along A Cliff Top Roman Road
Spend your day exploring the renowned beaches of Chia. The sleepy village of Chia is set back from the sea, but it gives its name to a number of pristine bays stretching from Bithya, once a sacred Phoenician site, to Capo Spartivento. Within a short distant you'll find some amazing spots: Cala Cipolla, Su Giudeu and Campana.
Alternatively you can hike along the cliff top Roman road from Sa Colonia beach to Cala dei Pini.
Day 6 : Cycle To Pula (23Km/14.5Mi)
A short ride to Pula, the final destination of the trip. Don't miss the beach of Santa Margherita along the way!
Day 7 : Loop Cycle To Visit Nora, An Ancient Phoenician Archaeological Site (20Km/12.5Mi)
Optional loop in the countryside around Pula or head straight to Nora to visit the ancient Phoenician settlement - or simply play on the beach with your kids.
Day 8 : Trip Concludes Pula
The trip concludes after breakfast.
What's Included
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Accommodation
7 nights in 2-3 star hotels -
7 breakfasts
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7 nights in a mix of 2-3 star hotels or agriturismi on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities (quad and triple share available)
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Rental bike with pannier, helmet, map/phone holder, repair kit and water bottle. Children's bikes, trailers and baby seats available on request. (adult e-bike available on request - supplement applies)
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Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess
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Welcome meeting (or call, if day 1 is not a Saturday)
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Digital information pack: navigational app with route notes and maps
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Adult bikes are fitted with a smartphone holder
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Emergency hotline
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Travel to Sant' Antioco and from Pula
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Meals not listed as included, drinks
What's Not Included
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Dinners, lunches & beverages
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Travel to the start and from the end point of the trip
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Travel insurance - mandatory
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Personal expenses
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Unscheduled transfers required during the trip
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Travel to Cabras and from Pula
Accommodation
7 nights in 2-3 star hotels
The hotels described are our usual choice of accommodation, however if these are not available then alternatives are used and if these are of a different standard you will be informed. Baths/showers: Many rooms with ensuite/private facilities have a shower rather than a bath, usually because of limited space. Some hotels/guesthouses may however have a separate room in the house where a bath is available to guests. You will spend two nights at each accommodation except in Sant'Anna Arresi (which is one night only).
Grading
This tour is graded introductory (grade 1) with daily cycling distances between 20 and 36km (12.5 and 22.5mi). The accent is on keeping a relaxed pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos. It is considered suitable for cyclists with a reasonable level of fitness. Bike options are available to make the cycling with children easier. *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.
What You Carry
During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.
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UTracks allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform utracks, 70 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
UTracks requires a minimum deposit of 150 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 70 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of utracks charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 35 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.