Trek the wild Selvaggio Blu sea-cliffs, sail a private catamaran through La Maddalena's turquoise bays, or spend three days in the ancient Blue Zone highlands — sardinia multi day tours that take you far beyond the resort beach. Compare every guided experience and book with free cancellation.
Italy's Most Thrilling Trek — 4.7★ Rated Most Iconic Sardinia Multi Day Tour — 7-Day Selvaggio Blu Trek
The Selvaggio Blu is considered Italy's most demanding and spectacular long-distance trek — a 7-day traverse of Sardinia's wild eastern coast from Arbatax, passing Pedra Longa, Cala Sisine, Cala Biriola, and Punta Salinas via rope descents, ancient shepherd paths, and sheer limestone cliffs above the Gulf of Orosei. Two certified mountain guides, all meals and equipment included.
Real-time group availability and departure dates for the 7-Day Selvaggio Blu Trek — book directly through GetYourGuide with free cancellation.
From a 2-day glamping retreat in the Perfugas countryside to a 7-day Selvaggio Blu trekking expedition along the wild east coast — find the sardinia multi day tour that fits your schedule, style and pace.
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from From $187 per person | Tour | Duration | Book | Starting From | Experience Type | Rating |
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| La Maddalena 3-Day Catamaran | 3 days | Check Availability | $3,880 / group of 6 | Sailing / Nature | 4.5★ |
| Villasimius 3-Day Catamaran | 3 days | Check Availability | $3,880 / group of 4 | Sailing / Marine Park | 4.5★ |
| Cagliari Luxury Sailing to Nora | 2 days | Check Availability | $2,940 / group of 6 | Luxury Sailing | 5.0★ |
| Selvaggio Blu 7-Day Trek | 7 days | Check Availability | $2,515 / person | Trekking / Adventure | 4.7★ |
| 7-Day Sardinia Island Circuit | 7 days | Check Availability | $2,340 / person | Cultural / Sightseeing | 4.3★ |
| 3-Day Blue Zone Tour Barbagia | 3 days | Check Availability | $1,000 / person | Cultural / Immersive | New |
| Cagliari 2-Day Spa + Boat Tour | 2 days | Check Availability | $2,110 / group of 3 | Luxury / Private | New |
| Glamping in Perfugas | 2 days | Check Availability | $189 / tent (up to 4) | Nature / Glamping | 4.7★ |
| PADI Diving La Maddalena | 1–4 days | Check Availability | $187 / person | Diving / Training | 4.7★ |
| Windsurfing Course Porto Torres | 1–3 days | Check Availability | $100 / person | Water Sports | 5.0★ |
Sardinia multi day tours are guided experiences that run for two days or more — giving you enough time to reach the island's wildest, most remote and most rewarding corners. Unlike day trips from a resort, a multi-day sardinia tour takes you overnight onto a catamaran in a sheltered cove, deep into the Barbagia highlands where the Blue Zone centenarians live, or along the sheer limestone cliffs of the Selvaggio Blu — places that simply cannot be reached in a single afternoon.
The best sardinia multi day tours fall into four broad categories. Sailing and catamaran cruises explore the marine national parks of La Maddalena and Capo Carbonara, anchoring in pristine coves each night with all meals prepared on board. Trekking expeditions — most notably the 7-day Selvaggio Blu — traverse Sardinia's wild east coast along routes accessible only on foot and by rope descent, with nights in shepherds' huts. Cultural and immersive tours (the 3-day Blue Zone journey in Barbagia, the 7-day island circuit with a professional guide) unlock the island's ancient traditions, archaeology and food from the inside. And luxury private experiences — a spa suite in Cagliari followed by a private boat in the Gulf, or two days aboard a 10-metre yacht to the ruins of Nora — offer the island at a pace and level of service that turns a holiday into a genuine memory.
Every multi day tour in sardinia on this page is led by a certified guide, includes all the logistics, and is bookable with free cancellation through GetYourGuide. Whether you have two days or seven, there is a sardinia multi day experience here that takes you somewhere the day tripper never reaches.
The two 3-day catamaran tours on this page represent the finest way to experience Sardinia's extraordinary marine landscape — and they cover the island's two most celebrated national marine parks at opposite ends of the coast.
The La Maddalena Archipelago 3-Day Private Catamaran Cruise departs from Golfo Aranci in the north and takes your private group of up to six aboard a modern Bali 40 catamaran. Over three days you sail along the Costa Smeralda, anchor in the legendary Cala Coticcio — nicknamed 'Tahiti' for its Caribbean-grade transparency — explore the wild island of Caprera, and spend an evening anchored off the exclusive Cala di Volpe. Three breakfasts, two dinners under the stars, gourmet aperitifs and full snorkelling gear are included. The entire catamaran is yours — no sharing with other groups.
The Villasimius 3-Day Private Catamaran Cruise covers the southeastern coast and the Capo Carbonara Marine Protected Area, departing from Villasimius Marina. Your private group of up to four sails to the lighthouse island of Cavoli, anchors off the famous white sandbar of Punta Molentis, and explores the hidden coves of Capo Boi before spending the night at anchor in the wild Cala Sirena. The sailing itinerary follows the same format as La Maddalena — private catamaran, all meals, snorkelling equipment included.
Both tours are run by Erga Tourism and carry a 4.5-star provider rating. The choice between them depends on location: if you're based in the north near Olbia or Costa Smeralda, La Maddalena is the natural choice; if you're in or near Cagliari, the Villasimius cruise is easier to reach. Both offer the same standard of experience — an entire catamaran to yourselves, a professional skipper who knows the coast intimately, and three days of Mediterranean sailing at its most pristine.
| La Maddalena Cruise | Villasimius Cruise | |
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| Departure | Golfo Aranci, north Sardinia | Villasimius Marina, south-east |
| Group size | Up to 6 guests | Up to 4 guests |
| Highlights | Cala Coticcio (Tahiti), Caprera, Cala di Volpe | Cavoli Island, Punta Molentis, Cala Sirena |
| Duration | 3 days / 2 nights | 3 days / 2 nights |
| Meals | 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 1 lunch | 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 1 lunch |
| Rating | 4.5★ | 4.5★ |
The Selvaggio Blu is not a hiking trail — it is a wilderness expedition along Sardinia's wild east coast that has earned its reputation as Italy's most technically demanding and scenically extraordinary long-distance route. Over seven days, a small group of maximum ten trekkers (plus two certified mountain guides) traverses the sheer limestone cliffs of the Baunei coast from Arbatax northward to Cala Sisine, following paths that include rope descents with height differences of up to 50 metres, ancient shepherd tracks through dense maquis scrub, dinghy crossings to isolated coves, and nights in shepherds' huts above the Gulf of Orosei.
The iconic stages pass through Pedra Longa — a 128-metre limestone sea-stack that dominates the eastern coast — Punta Salinas, the remote harbour of Porto Pedrosu, and the turquoise inlets of Cala Biriola and Cala Sisine, where the track finally descends to the sea after five days of high coastal traversing. Every stage includes a packed lunch and a traditional dinner prepared with local Sardinian ingredients — wild boar ragù, pecorino, carta musica flatbread and local wine — in shepherds' huts that have barely changed in a century.
The Selvaggio Blu is a serious undertaking and the operator (Escursì) is unambiguous about the requirements: excellent physical fitness, prior hiking experience on steep and exposed terrain, the ability to handle rope descents, and a spirit of adaptation. Children under 18 and people with any fear of heights or prior heart conditions are excluded. But for trekkers who meet these requirements, the Selvaggio Blu delivers what very few European multi-day routes can — a complete immersion in a wild landscape that has no road access, no tourist infrastructure, and scenery of the kind that only exists in the most remote corners of the Mediterranean.
Not every sardinia multi day tour is about physical adventure. Two of the most rewarding experiences on this page are built around culture, food, history and human connection — and both reveal a side of Sardinia that most visitors who come for the beach never encounter.
The 3-Day Blue Zone Tour from Nuoro is led by a certified longevity researcher who has spent years studying why the Barbagia highlands — an area around the towns of Nuoro, Oliena, Orgosolo and Barbagia — have the highest concentration of centenarians per capita anywhere in the world: roughly 200 per 100,000 inhabitants, a figure that has attracted academic study since the early 2000s when epidemiologist Gianni Pes and demographer Michel Poulain first coined the term 'Blue Zone'. The tour is not a lecture — it unfolds through direct experience: a pasta-making workshop, an experiential dinner of the 'Centenarians' Menu' (dishes based on the actual daily diet of Sardinian centenarians — legumes, pecorino, Cannonau wine, local honey, carta musica), a day walking ancient shepherd paths in the Supramonte with lunch prepared over a fire by a working shepherd, and a finale in Orgosolo where you discover the famous murals and attend a live performance of Canto a Tenores — UNESCO-listed male polyphonic singing that dates back over a thousand years.
The 7-Day Sardinia Delight island circuit, operated by Gray Line, takes a different approach: a fully guided minibus journey that covers Sardinia's most significant historical and cultural sites in seven days. Cagliari's Castello, Stampace and Marina districts on Day 2. The Punic-Roman ruins of Tharros and the clifftop painted town of Bosa on Day 3. The nuragic complex of Palmavera and the dramatic cliffs of Capo Caccia on Day 4. Medieval Castelsardo and wine-country Tempio Pausania on Day 5. And the exclusive Costa Smeralda — Porto Rotondo, Porto Cervo — on Day 6. Gastronomic tastings are built into three days. The tour is designed for visitors who want the full breadth of the island rather than one specific region.
Two experiences on this page are built specifically around privacy, comfort and high-end service — designed for couples and small groups who want the island without the logistics.
The Cagliari 2-Day Luxury Sailing Cruise to Ancient Nora, operated by AliothSardinianBoat, is the standout rated experience on this page with a perfect 5.0-star provider rating. The tour begins with a private Mercedes transfer to Cagliari's historic Portus Karalis harbour, where the 10-metre sailing yacht Alioth is waiting. Over two days you sail southwest along the coast past ancient Spanish watchtowers to the peninsula of Pula, where the Punic-Roman ruins of Nora — one of the oldest cities in Sardinia — are visible directly from the sea. Stops in secret coves along the route allow for guided snorkelling on pristine Posidonia seagrass meadows, paddleboarding, and long sun-deck afternoons with chilled Sardinian Vermentino. Two aperitifs, two lunches, one breakfast and one dinner on board are included, as is pick-up and drop-off service throughout. Maximum six guests.
The Cagliari 2-Day Private Spa Suite and Boat Tour pairs an overnight stay in a private wellness suite — jacuzzi, sauna, relaxation area — in Cagliari with a full 3-hour private boat excursion in the Gulf of Cagliari the following morning. Dinner with local Sardinian specialities and wine is included on Day 1. On Day 2, a private skipper takes your group of up to three through the hidden coves and crystal-clear waters of the gulf, with swimming stops away from the crowds. Mercedes transfers throughout. The experience is designed to be completely stress-free — every element is pre-organised, including the timing of pick-up and drop-off so you arrive and leave without a single logistical concern.
Sardinia's multi-day touring season runs from April through October, but the best month varies significantly by tour type. Understanding the seasonal logic helps you book the right experience at the right time — and avoid the intense July–August heat that makes long mountain treks and cultural walking tours uncomfortable.
| Tour Type | Best Months | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Catamaran sailing (La Maddalena / Villasimius) | June–September | Calm seas, warm water for swimming, reliable winds for sailing |
| Selvaggio Blu Trek | May–June, Sep–Oct | Cooler temperatures — July/Aug heat makes the 5–8 hour stages dangerous |
| Blue Zone Cultural Tour | April–June, Sep–Nov | Mild weather for walking; authentic local life before/after tourist season |
| 7-Day Island Circuit | April–June, Sep–Oct | Cooler temperatures for guided walking at archaeological sites |
| Luxury Sailing (Nora) | May–October | Reliable calm seas and sunshine; July/Aug premium dates book fast |
| PADI Diving La Maddalena | May–October | Visibility peaks June–September; water reaches 27°C by August |
| Glamping Perfugas | April–October | Pool-weather from May; magical in late spring with wildflowers in bloom |
What you pack for a sardinia multi day tour depends entirely on which type of experience you've chosen. The packing list for a 3-day catamaran cruise is almost the opposite of what you need for the 7-day Selvaggio Blu trek — though both require biodegradable sunscreen, which is mandatory in the marine protected areas around La Maddalena and Capo Carbonara.
For sailing and catamaran tours, pack light: the boat's storage is limited and crew specifically request compact bags. Swimwear, a sun hat, sunglasses, a light wind layer for evenings, flip-flops for the boat, and one change of smart-casual clothing for evening dinners at anchor cover everything. Towels are usually provided but always confirm with the operator at booking. Luggage or large wheeled bags are not permitted on any of the catamaran tours.
For the Selvaggio Blu trek, the operator provides the specialist mountaineering equipment — harness, helmet, descender, carabiners, sleeping bag with mat. What you bring is your physical kit: well broken-in hiking boots rated for rocky terrain (non-negotiable — trail runners are insufficient for rope descent sections), lightweight trekking trousers, a base layer, a midlayer fleece, a lightweight windproof jacket, a sun hat and cap, a daypack of 25–30 litres, a reusable water bottle, insect repellent and biodegradable sunscreen. Swimwear is also useful — several stages include dinghy crossings to isolated coves with a swim stop.
The sailing season peaks July–September; trekking and cultural tours are best in spring and autumn. April–June and September–October offer the widest range of multi-day experiences in comfortable conditions.
Tours depart from five main regions across the island — from the wild northeast (La Maddalena) to the rugged east coast (Selvaggio Blu) and the cultural south (Cagliari, Nora).
Three days aboard the catamaran in La Maddalena was the highlight of our entire Italy trip. The captain knew every hidden cove — Cala Coticcio genuinely looks like Tahiti. Having the boat entirely to ourselves made it feel completely private and special.
The Selvaggio Blu was the hardest and most beautiful thing I've ever done. The guides — Davide and Marco — were exceptionally professional and made the rope descents feel safe even when you're looking at a 40-metre drop above turquoise water. The shepherd dinners were unforgettable.
I came to Sardinia expecting beaches and left having spent three days understanding why people here live to 100. The longevity researcher who led the Blue Zone tour changed the way I think about food, pace and community. The culurgiones dinner was outstanding.
The luxury sailing experience to Nora was perfect for our anniversary. The yacht, the crew, the Vermentino as the sun set over the Spanish towers — it was everything. The snorkelling stop above the Posidonia meadows was an unexpected highlight.
The Selvaggio Blu's most spectacular stages, the isolated anchorages of La Maddalena National Park, the authentic Blue Zone villages of the Barbagia highlands — none of these are reachable on a day trip. Multi-day tours exist precisely to take you where the tourist bus can't go.
Both the La Maddalena and Villasimius catamaran tours give you the entire boat — no sharing with strangers. A private skipper, all meals on board, and anchorages in coves that are empty except for you. This is Sardinia's coastline experienced the way locals who live on the sea experience it.
Every tour is led by a specialist: certified mountain guides and UIAGM-accredited rope descent instructors on the Selvaggio Blu; a published longevity researcher on the Blue Zone tour; a 5-star PADI centre instructor in La Maddalena. These are not travel reps — they are deep experts in their field.
Three days making pasta with a Barbagia family, dining on the same dishes that centenarians eat daily, listening to UNESCO-listed polyphonic singing in the village square — no package tour delivers this level of authentic access. The Blue Zone tour and the 7-day island circuit are cultural experiences first and sightseeing trips second.
From a 2-day glamping retreat in the Perfugas countryside to a 7-day Selvaggio Blu expedition, every sardinia multi day tour on this page fits a different travel style and time frame. Short on time? A 2-day luxury sailing cruise to Nora or a 3-day catamaran cruise work perfectly as a standalone Sardinia experience.
Every tour on this page is bookable through GetYourGuide with free cancellation — typically up to 24 hours before departure. Reserve your preferred date well in advance (summer catamaran slots fill fast) and cancel or reschedule without penalty if your plans change.
The right kit for a 3-day catamaran cruise is very different from a 7-day mountain trek. Use this quick reference to pack for your specific tour.
For first-time visitors to Sardinia, the La Maddalena Archipelago 3-Day Private Catamaran Cruise is the most rewarding multi-day introduction to the island. It covers Sardinia's most iconic northern coastline — the Costa Smeralda, the National Park islands of Caprera and La Maddalena, and the legendary Cala Coticcio (nicknamed Tahiti) — while remaining physically accessible to any reasonably fit adult. The private catamaran format means the boat is exclusively yours, meals are all included, and the captain handles all navigation and logistics. If you prefer a land-based cultural introduction, the 3-Day Blue Zone Tour from Nuoro delivers an extraordinary insight into what makes Sardinia's Barbagia highlands genuinely different from anywhere else in the Mediterranean.
The sardinia multi day tours on this page range from 2 days to 7 days. The shortest options are the 2-day Glamping in Perfugas stay, the 2-day Cagliari Spa Suite and Boat Tour, and the 2-day Luxury Sailing Cruise to Nora — all ideal if you have a long weekend. The 3-day options (La Maddalena Catamaran, Villasimius Catamaran, and Blue Zone Tour) fit a standard three-night break. The most immersive experiences run 7 days: the Selvaggio Blu Trek and the Sardinia Delight island circuit both require a full week. PADI diving courses and the windsurfing course at Porto Torres are flexible at 1 to 4 days depending on the certification level chosen.
No — the Selvaggio Blu is Sardinia's most technically demanding multi-day trek and is explicitly not suitable for beginners. The operator requires excellent physical fitness, prior hiking experience on steep and exposed terrain, and no fear of heights. Several stages include rope descents with drops of up to 50 metres above the sea. The operator excludes people with any prior heart problems, respiratory issues, claustrophobia, or low fitness levels, as well as all participants under 18. If you are a strong hill walker with previous multi-day trekking experience and good physical condition, the guides will provide full mountaineering equipment and technical instruction. If you are looking for a challenging but less technical multi-day walk in Sardinia, the 3-Day Blue Zone Tour offers a full-day mountain walk through the Supramonte on ancient shepherd paths — scenic, rewarding, and accessible to most fit adults.
The 3-Day Blue Zone Tour from Nuoro is a guided cultural immersion into the Barbagia highlands — the area of central Sardinia (around Nuoro, Oliena, Orgosolo and Barbagia) that has the highest concentration of centenarians per capita in the world. The term 'Blue Zone' was coined by researchers Gianni Pes and Michel Poulain in the early 2000s to describe five regions globally where people regularly live past 100; Sardinia's Barbagia is the original Blue Zone and the only one in Europe. The 3-day tour is led by a longevity researcher and unfolds through direct experience: a fresh pasta workshop, an experiential dinner of the Centenarians' Menu (dishes from the actual daily diet of Sardinian centenarians), a full day walking with a local shepherd who prepares lunch over an open fire, a visit to the Grazia Deledda museum (the only Italian woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature), and a live performance of Canto a Tenores — UNESCO-listed polyphonic singing. Accommodation in a guest house in central Nuoro is included.
Both catamaran tours (La Maddalena and Villasimius, by Erga Tourism) include: exclusive use of the entire catamaran for your private group; full crew and skipper; 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, and 1 lunch prepared on board; unlimited drinks (water, cola, Fanta, Prosecco, white wine) and coffee throughout; mid-morning bruschetta and Prosecco aperitifs; snorkelling equipment; and a dinghy for getting ashore at anchor spots. Not included: flights or transfers to the departure port, any alcoholic beverages beyond what's listed, and personal expenses. The itinerary and anchor spots are subject to weather and sea conditions — in the event of cancellation due to bad weather, a full refund or rebooking is offered.
The best months for a sardinia catamaran cruise are June through September, when sea conditions are calm, water temperatures reach 24–27°C for comfortable swimming, and the Mediterranean light is at its most spectacular for sunsets from the deck. July and August are peak season — both the La Maddalena and Villasimius cruises are popular with Italian and European visitors and dates fill weeks in advance. For slightly cooler conditions and fewer crowds, June and September are excellent: the sea is still warm, the anchorages are less busy, and the quality of light for snorkelling visibility is at its best. Catamaran cruises typically suspend from November through April when sea conditions become unreliable.
Several tours on this page are designed specifically for couples or small private groups. The Cagliari 2-Day Spa Suite and Boat Tour (up to 3 guests) and the Cagliari 2-Day Luxury Sailing Cruise to Nora (up to 6 guests, typically booked by 1–2 couples) are the most popular romantic options — both include overnight stays, private boat excursions, and gourmet meals in intimate settings. The La Maddalena and Villasimius catamaran cruises are also popular with couples who want privacy and sailing — since you hire the entire boat, a couple booking the full catamaran has it completely to themselves. The Blue Zone Tour and the 7-Day Sardinia Island Circuit are open group tours where couples join alongside other participants, but both offer ample private time within the itinerary.
No prior diving experience is required for the entry-level courses at Anthias Diving. The PADI Discover Scuba Diving programme is a no-obligation introduction — you dive to a maximum of 12 metres under the direct supervision of an instructor, with no prior experience needed and no certification outcome. The PADI Open Water Diver course (typically 3–4 days) is the first full certification level and is open to anyone aged 10+ who can swim. Each subsequent certification level (Advanced, Rescue Diver, Divemaster) requires the preceding level. Anthias Diving has over 30 years of experience in the La Maddalena Archipelago and asks that you contact them via WhatsApp before booking to discuss the course that best fits your current level and goals.
The Selvaggio Blu (meaning 'Wild Blue') is a long-distance coastal trek along the eastern edge of Sardinia between Arbatax and Cala Sisine, covering approximately 40 km of sheer limestone cliff faces, canyon descents, and isolated coves above the Gulf of Orosei. It was first completed in 1987 by Mario Verin and Peppino Cicalò as a wilderness traverse of one of Italy's most remote and geologically dramatic coastlines. The route has no road access along its main stages — the only ways in and out are on foot, by rope descent, or by sea — which is why it requires experienced mountain guides and full mountaineering equipment. It is considered Italy's most technically demanding long-distance trekking route, attracting serious trekkers and mountaineers from across Europe who want a combination of Via Ferrata-style technical passages, wild Mediterranean landscape, and genuine isolation.