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Sardinia, Italy
Sardinia combines beautiful beaches, historic towns, crystal-clear waters and delicious local food. This 7-day itinerary explores Cagliari, Alghero and Sassari using trains, buses and walking, with time for beaches, historic centres, coastal views and relaxed Sardinian meals.
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7-Day Sardinia Without a Car Itinerary: Beaches, Historic Towns & Sardinian Flavours
Day 1 - Arrive in Cagliari & Explore the Historic Centre
Arrive in Cagliari and check in to your accommodation. After settling in, explore the historic Castello district, visit the Cathedral and walk to Bastione di Saint Remy for views across the city. Enjoy dinner in the Marina district and try some traditional Sardinian dishes.
Day 2 - Cagliari & Poetto Beach
Breakfast, spend the morning exploring more of Cagliari before taking local transport to Poetto Beach. Relax by the sea, have lunch near the beach and enjoy a leisurely afternoon. Return to the city in the evening for dinner and a walk through the lively streets.
Day 3 - Cagliari to Alghero
Breakfast, check out and travel by public transport to Alghero. After checking in, explore the historic centre, with its narrow streets, old buildings and city walls overlooking the Mediterranean. Enjoy lunch in the old town before spending the afternoon around the harbour and waterfront. Stay for sunset and have dinner in one of Alghero's restaurants.
Day 4 - Alghero & the Coast
Breakfast, spend the day enjoying Alghero and its coastline. Take a local bus to a nearby beach or visit one of the coastal attractions around the town. Return to Alghero in the afternoon and spend some time exploring the shops and historic streets before dinner.
Day 5 - Alghero to Sassari
Breakfast, take the train to Sassari and check in to your accommodation. Explore the historic centre, including Piazza d'Italia, the Cathedral of St Nicholas and the surrounding streets. Stop for lunch and spend the afternoon discovering the city at a relaxed pace before enjoying dinner.
Day 6 - Sassari to Cagliari
Breakfast, check out and travel back to Cagliari by train. After checking in, enjoy a relaxed afternoon in the city. Visit any sights you missed earlier in the trip, browse the shops or spend some time around the Marina before your final Sardinian dinner.
Day 7 - Cagliari & Departure
Enjoy a final breakfast before checking out. Depending on your departure time, spend your last morning enjoying a coffee, taking a final walk through the historic centre or picking up some Sardinian food and souvenirs. Collect your luggage and make your way to Cagliari Airport for your departure.
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