The route
You will walk along lovely footpaths along the coastline and in the highlands. Sardinia is mainly made out of limestone cliffs, which means that you will need to be surefooted because you will often be walking on rocky and stony paths. Good fitness is needed for the walks as you will be hiking for about 6.5 hours each day.
Easy cancellation up to 35 days before departure
This tour is covered by our special easy cancellation policy up to 35 days before departure.
Itinerary
The small coastal town is located in a picturesque location between the steep cliffs of the Gulf of Orosei and the long Ogliastra sandy beaches. To get in the mood for your tour, go for a leisurely stroll along the beach or why not go for a swim in the sea.
Hotel (example): Hotel Nicoletta
A scenic coastal trail guides you to the impressive limestone pinnacle of Pedra Longa. From there, the path heads inland, climbing narrow tracks beneath dramatic cliffs until you arrive at the first hilltops. Again and again, breathtaking panoramas open up across the turquoise sea. Passing flocks of sheep and through the fragrant maquis, the route eventually leads down to the mountain village of Baunei.
Hotel (example): Hotel Goloritzé
After a short transfer, today’s adventure takes you on a memorable hike to the stunning bay of Cala Goloritzé – one of the true highlights of the trip. The trail leads through a gorge with impressive views of towering cliffs and a dramatic 120m rock pinnacle reflecting in the sparkling, crystal-clear water. Here you can enjoy a refreshing swim in the magical bay before heading back to Golgo, where the cosy “Rifugio” offers comfort and rest.
Hotel (example): Cooperativa Goloritzé
Today’s hike takes you across the untamed and romantic Golgo plateau towards the striking Arcobaleno natural rock arch – today’s main destination. From this vantage point, you are rewarded with sweeping views across the deep-blue sea below. Those seeking more adventure can continue along steep tracks, descending via rustic juniper ladders to the enchanting Cala Mariolu bay, where a swim in the turquoise sea awaits.
Hotel (example): Cooperativa Goloritzé
After a short transfer to the Cala Sisine beach, you will walk uphill between the carob trees and the holm oaks. At the same time, you can marvel at the rugged coast and the glistening sea. Your path takes you via an endless karst plateau to the wonderful swimming bay, Cala Luna. This is one of the nicest beaches in Sardinia. Then take the boat to the holiday destination, Cala Gonone where you can spend the next days right by the sea.
Hotel (example): Bue Marino
A magnificent walk takes you via the small and well-hidden rocky bay Cala Fuili to Cala Luna. You will go along a shady hiking trail through forest and coastal terrain past hidden caves and gorges. After a refreshing swim in the sea and a stop in a beach bar, you take a ship pack to Cala Gonone with the option to take a stop at the fascinating stalactite caves in Bue Marino.
Hotel (example): Bue Marino
The hike below the striking Monte Irveri massif guides you towards the charming sandy beach of Cala Cartoe. From the cliffs, breathtaking views open across the Gulf of Orosei in its entirety. High above the shoreline, you can take a moment to reflect on your week of hiking before completing the final kilometres through the aromatic pine forest along the coast back to Orosei.
Hotel (example): Hotel Anticos Palathos
The tour is now over. You check out of the hotel and return home or travel further out into the great wide world.
Pictures from the trip
Prices and dates
Price includes
- 4 nights in 3-star hotels
- 3 nights in lovely shelters/refuges "Rifugio" (Golgo)
- Breakfast every day
- Luggage transfer between hotels
- Detailed travel information (route maps or overview maps, route description, tourist attractions, important telephone numbers)
- GPS-data is available
- Access to the route in our GPS-app which works offline
- 24-hour local and international service hotline for the duration of the tour
- This is a packaged holiday and is therefore covered by The Travel Guarantee Fund - See which benefits this means for you - click here
- Transportation to/from Sardinia
- Handling fee (20 euro)
- Tourist tax (if due)
Practical information
The price is based upon two people sharing. It is also possible travel alone in a single room. Simply choose "1 person" in the booking form and it will automatically add the single room surcharge.
On this tour you will be on your own supplied with maps, route descriptions and luggage transfers. That means that your time is your own and you have plenty of time to enjoy the stages in your own pace.
Check the price quickly
You can quickly check the price of your desired trip without having to fill out any forms. Here’s how:
- Click on the "Calculate Price" button (you’ll find it in the "Dates and Prices" section) – this will take you to the first pages of the booking form
- Select your preferred date, number of people, room distribution, any extra nights, and any available add-ons you may want
- See the price
Get a quote
If you would like a flight included, or changes made to the trip, you can request a customized offer by clicking the "Get Quote" button at the top of the page. Remember to describe in detail what changes you would like.
The booking process
When you book the trip, we will begin booking hotels and arranging all the practical aspects of your tour. This process typically takes 5–8 working days, but in some cases it may take longer for certain bookings. If you arrange your own transportation, we recommend waiting until we have confirmed your booking before making any arrangements.
Dates
If you can select a date in the trip calendar (in the booking form), then this is a possible start date. We regularly update our trips with sold-out dates; these dates will then appear in red/grey and cannot be selected.
The flights to/from Sardinia are not included in the price. You can easily find a suitable flight via a flight booking engine such as Momondo or Skyscanner.
Notice: we recommend that you book with us and wait for the confirmation before you book your flights.
Airport transfer
We can arrange a transfer from both Cagliari Airport and Olbia Airport.
You select the transfers on the booking form, where you can also see the prices.
- The journey from Cagliari to Santa Maria Navarrese on arrival takes approximately 2 hours
- The journey from Olbia to Santa Maria Navarrese on arrival takes approximately 2.5 hours
- The journey from Cala Gonone to Cagliari airport takes approximately 3 hours
- The journey from Cala Gonone to Olbia airport takes approximately 1.5 hours
It is also possible to book a transfer from Cala Gonone to Santa Maria Navarrese (last hotel to first hotel) after the tour.
This trip takes about 1,5 hours.
Get a quote
If you prefer that we handle your flight, then we would be happy to arrange this for you. You simply book a quote below the map on this page and we will return with a quote as soon as possible (usually within 48 working hours). Please note that we add a handling fee of 45 euro to each flight and this means that the flight will be cheaper if you book it yourself.
On this tour you will stay 4 nights in 3-star hotels and 3 nights in lovely italian shelters/refuges.
Breakfast is included every day. It is easy to find lunch in the small villages before the walks and you will have plenty of choices for dinner in the many restaurants.
Luggage transfer is included on this tour. Upon arrival at the first hotel you will be given luggage tags along with the rest of the welcome package. You fill out the luggage tags and put them on your bags where they will remain for the duration of the tour.
Your luggage is picked up from the hotel lobby around 9am every morning and will arrive at your next hotel at 6pm at the latest (often long before that). If there are any special exceptions to the luggage transfer you will be notified upon arrival.
Luggage transfer includes one bag per guest and the bags can weigh 20kg each.
This trip has difficulty level 2-3, which means that most hiking days are level 2, with a few at level 3.
Grade 2
Easier hikes on reasonably good trails. Daily hikes will last 4-6 hours in hilly terrain. Anyone in generally good physical condition can participate. Luggage is transported, and you only carry a light daypack. Requires well-fitting footwear such as trekking shoes or hiking boots.
Grade 3
Hiking in mountainous terrain with longer ascents and descents. You will hike 5-7 hours a day. Requires generally good fitness and health, but no special technical skills or prior experience. Requires good shoes, such as trekking or mountain boots.
Read more about our grading system here.
On this tour, you will receive the following documents:
Upon booking
Immediately after booking this trip, you'll recieve a pre-booking-email where you can get a complete overview of your booking. Once the tour is confirmed you get a confirmation email from us along with practical information about the tour.
One month before departure
You will receive a hotel list and final travel documents.
Upon arrival at the first hotel
You'll receive the welcome pack, which contains everything you need for the trip. There will be route descriptions, maps, luggage tags and specific local vouchers. The documents are in English.
Notice: On some tours it is necessary to either print the documents yourself or to bring them electronically.
We recommend taking out travel insurance that covers at least illness, accident, repatriation, lost holiday, luggage and liability. As a customer, you are responsible for taking out the necessary travel insurance to cover these costs.
Before taking out insurance, you should check whether you are already covered by travel or cancellation insurance through your home insurance company, credit card or similar - please note that there may be differences in insurance coverage.
After booking this trip, you get access to various discount schemes.
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