What is the difficulty level of this tour?

This tour covers approximately 315 km over 6 cycling days, with daily distances ranging from 39 to 60 km. The terrain includes coastal roads and some inland hills. An e-bike option is available for those who prefer assistance on climbs. A moderate level of fitness is recommended.

What type of accommodation is provided?

You will stay in 3-star or 4-star hotels depending on the category chosen (B or A). All rooms include en suite bathrooms. Seven breakfasts are included. Hotels are selected for their quality and location along the route.

Is luggage transport included?

Yes, baggage transportation from hotel to hotel is included in the package. You only need to carry a daypack while cycling.

How do I get to the starting point in Cannigione?

Transfers are available from Olbia airport or city to Cannigione (€55 per person, min. 2 persons). At the end of the tour, transfers from Alghero to Olbia or Alghero hotel to airport are also available.

What bikes are available?

Standard bike and E-bikes are available. All bikes come equipped and e-bike rentals require credit card protection.

What is the best season for this tour?

Category B departures are available every Saturday all year round. Category A departures run every Saturday from 4 April to 10 October. Non-Saturday departures are possible with a supplement. High season supplement applies from 4 July to 28 August.

Are there any ferry rides on this tour?

Yes, on Day 3 you will take the ferry from Palau to La Maddalena island and back. Ferry tickets are not included in the package price and must be purchased separately.

What is the difference between Category A and Category B?

Category B includes 3-star standard accommodation. Category A includes upgraded 4-star accommodation. Both categories include the same services: breakfasts, luggage transfer, GPS navigation, welcome briefing, and telephone assistance.

North Sardinia Ride: From Costa Smeralda to Alghero

North Sardinia

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Tour

Trekking bike, E-bike

Duration

8 days / 7 nights

Distance

315Km

Selfguided

Minimum 2 people

This tour requires a minimum number of travellers to depart.

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Minimum age 16 years

Participants must be at least this age to join the tour.

2/5 Medium-Easy

Moderate-Easy, between 25 and 65 kilometers per day with an elevation gain between 150 and 300 meters.

Linear

The starting point is different from the ending point, with overnight stays in different hotels and daily stages.

Short Description

Northern Sardinia unfolds like a secret kept by the Mediterranean — turquoise waters, granite peaks, and ancient towns connected by quiet roads that seem made for cycling. This self-guided tour will take you from the glamorous Costa Smeralda all the way to the fortified city of Alghero, crossing some of the most striking landscapes the island has to offer. You will begin in Cannigione, gateway to the Costa Smeralda, where the jet set meets the wild beauty of Gallura. From here, you will loop through the legendary beaches and inlets of Porto Cervo and Baia Sardinia, then take the ferry to the La Maddalena archipelago — a national park of granite islands surrounded by crystal-clear seas. The ride continues inland through the hills and lakes around Tempio Pausania and Sant'Antonio di Gallura, before dropping back to the coast at the medieval fortress town of Castelsardo. The final stages will carry you through the rolling hills of Anglona and the pastures around Sassari, Sardinia's second-largest city, before a peaceful ride along backroads leads you to Alghero — a Catalan gem perched on the sea, arguably the most charming town on the island. With daily rides between 39 and 60 km on quiet country roads, this is a tour that balances coastal splendour with authentic inland Sardinia.

Tour Program

Day 1: Arrival in Cannigione
You will arrive independently in Cannigione, the gateway to the Costa Smeralda. Settle into your hotel and take in the views of the bay — your cycling adventure through northern Sardinia begins tomorrow.

Day 2: Costa Smeralda Loop (54 km)
You will discover the beauties of the fabled Costa Smeralda. The ride takes you up into the hills of San Pantaleo and down to the jet set of Porto Cervo, along the turquoise inlets of Baia Sardinia, and back to Cannigione. This is the Emerald Coast at its finest — exclusive yet wild, glamorous yet quietly natural.

Day 3: La Maddalena Archipelago (60 km)
From Cannigione you will ride along the coast to Palau, where the ferry takes you to the vibrant town of La Maddalena. You will cross the bridge to Caprera, home of the Garibaldi museum, and cycle back through Palau to Cannigione. An island day of granite shores, turquoise water, and maritime history.

Day 4: Cannigione – Tempio Pausania (51 km)
Today you will venture inland to Arzachena and up into the hills and lakes of Sant'Antonio di Gallura, through the cork oak forests and granite landscapes of Calangianus, and finally up to Tempio Pausania. The terrain shifts from coastal to mountainous — a dramatic change of scenery.

Day 5: Tempio Pausania – Castelsardo (49 km)
From Tempio Pausania you will ride to Aggius, through the dramatic Valle della Luna — a landscape of wind-sculpted granite boulders that feels almost otherworldly — and back to the coast, arriving in Castelsardo. This medieval fortress town, perched high above the sea, is one of Sardinia's most photogenic spots.

Day 6: Castelsardo – Sassari (55 km)
You will ride along the coast to Lu Bagnu and then head inland again to Nulvi and Osilo, enjoying the spectacular views of the Anglona rolling hills and pastures. The day ends in Sassari, Sardinia's second-largest city, rich in history and local traditions.

Day 7: Sassari – Alghero (39 km)
From Sassari you will ride along quiet backroads to reach Alghero, the fortified town on the northwest coast. With its Catalan heritage, cobbled streets, and golden sea walls, Alghero is arguably the most charming town in Sardinia — and the perfect finale to your northern ride.

Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, your services come to an end. Depart from Alghero with memories of turquoise seas, granite mountains, and the warm hospitality of northern Sardinia.

✅ What is included in the trip?

🏨 Overnight stay and breakfast
💼 Luggage transfer
📲 GPS or navigation APP
📞 Local telephone assistance 7/7
🗺️ Maps
🧍‍♂️ Welcome briefing

❌ What is not included?

✈️ Journey to/from the starting point
🍽️ Meals and drinks not listed as Included
🛡️ Travel insurance
🌎 Tourist taxes
🖼️ Entrance fees and extras not listed

North Sardinia Ride: From Costa Smeralda to Alghero

– Self-guided cycling tour across northern Sardinia, 315 km in 8 days
– Costa Smeralda loop through Porto Cervo, Baia Sardinia, and San Pantaleo
– Ferry ride to the La Maddalena archipelago and Caprera island
– Inland hills of Gallura with cork oak forests and granite landscapes
– Valle della Luna near Aggius with wind-sculpted granite boulders
– Medieval fortress town of Castelsardo perched above the sea
– Arrival in Alghero, a Catalan-heritage fortified town on the coast
– Two accommodation categories: 3-star (B) and 4-star (A) hotels

📋💸 Cancellation fees

Terms of cancellation:

Non-refundable likeonabike platform fee: 100 €

• More than 31 days before the departure date: 10% penalty of the total package

• 30 to 21 days before the departure date: 25% penalty of the total package

• 20 to 11 days before the departure date: 50% penalty of the total package

• 10 to 08 days before the departure date: 75% penalty of the total package

• 07 to 0 days before the departure date: 100% penalty of the total package

Starting from

€1,240/ person

Available

4 Apr 2026 – 10 Oct 2026

Departures

Saturday

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2–3★ hotels, charming guesthouses and Bed & Breakfasts. Simple, comfortable and locally run — ideal for travellers who prefer investing in the experience rather than the room.

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3–4★ hotels, countryside farmhouses and B&Bs. A balance of quality and value, with welcoming ambience and excellent breakfasts to fuel your daily stages.

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🙋 Frequently asked questions

What is the difficulty level of this tour?
This tour covers approximately 315 km over 6 cycling days, with daily distances ranging from 39 to 60 km. The terrain includes coastal roads and some inland hills. An e-bike option is available for those who prefer assistance on climbs. A moderate level of fitness is recommended.
What type of accommodation is provided?
You will stay in 3-star or 4-star hotels depending on the category chosen (B or A). All rooms include en suite bathrooms. Seven breakfasts are included. Hotels are selected for their quality and location along the route.
Is luggage transport included?
Yes, baggage transportation from hotel to hotel is included in the package. You only need to carry a daypack while cycling.
How do I get to the starting point in Cannigione?
Transfers are available from Olbia airport or city to Cannigione (€55 per person, min. 2 persons). At the end of the tour, transfers from Alghero to Olbia or Alghero hotel to airport are also available.
What bikes are available?
Standard bike and E-bikes are available. All bikes come equipped and e-bike rentals require credit card protection.