Costa Smeralda Tour Itinerary

Costa Smeralda Tour consists of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Sardinia. You will get your guide and drive to Porto Cervo along the panoramic road. Enjoy a scenic Cugnana golf and breathtaking views of the sea & the Liscia Ruja beach. As in poems written by Elizabeth Bishop, you will admire the isles of Mortorio, soffi and le Camere. Like you are on a boat and see these islands in the distance and you will admire their beauty. From Porto Cervo to Porto Rotondo, it is a short drive. And if you would like we may stop by Pevero Golf Club before going back.

Costa Smeralda is a very popular tourist destination, and it has been an international tourist destination for decades. Costa Smeralda tour is famous for its turquoise waters and sandy beaches, as well as its lush green forests and mountains. No matter how many times you visit, you will never stop admiring the beauty of this region. The Mediterranean scrub alongside the snow-white beaches provides a beautiful landscape for luxury villas. The Emerald Coast is a stretch of coastline, 20km long and 2km wide, in Sardinia’s one of the most beautiful parts. It was created by the Prince Karim Aga Khan and is located between Portisco and Baja Sardinia.

During the summer holidays, here you may come across many famous people, such as movie stars and other celebrities, strolling around the small square (Piazzetta) in Porto Cervo.

The Costa Smeralda Consortium

The Costa Smeralda Consortium was launched in 1962. That was the beginning of Sardinia’s period of fame that pushed the boundaries and captured the attention of people all over the world. Right from the beginning of the development of the area its The Architectural Committee¹ of this played an important role from the start. Challenges that the committee faced were how to transform an untouched region into a new Sardinia holiday destination, while respecting nature. They decided to push for more buildings to be the same style. The humble buildings emerged into the green surroundings, taking root in a lush garden with many summer-flowering plants. In addition to all of these efforts, the last crucial thing Karim Aga Khan did was make Sardinia more accessible with the help of constructing a new airport in Olbia. This airport is named Costa Smeralda Airport and is a popular international travel focal point for tourists.

Karim Aga Khan gradually sold many of his properties including the Aga Khan’s Palace and other parts of his portfolio to Sheraton, and in 2000 he passed them on to Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Nevertheless, the Prince will always return annually to his villa in Costa Smeralda and his yacht.

After visiting the famous La Piazzetta square and admiring the nearby port, we head into Arzachena countryside. In Arzachena, we will see the nuraghe La Prisgiona. This is an excellent example of Sardinian archaeology, which was constructed during the Bronze Age. The remains of a village can be found at this site, where walls and cobblestone circles were constructed in order to create sheltered spaces. In Arzachena, we had the pleasure of visiting the Nuraghe La Prisgiona, which is considered to be one of the most representative in Sardinia. This is an excellent example of Sardinian archaeological finds, which date back to the Bronze Age. The village consists of hexagonal sandstone structures that are surrounding by circular sandstone boulders which were placed using stone tools. At this site you can find remains of a village like walls and cobblestone circles. They seem to have been constructed with the intention to create sheltered space. This kind of fortress became more and more embellished over the centuries. Rooms and spaces were added which changed its external appearance.

After exploring some of the archaeology in the area, we head back out to the coast. We take a break at Baja Sardinia. Baja Sardinia is another popular tourist destination located in close proximity to Porto Cervo, and has become a favorite for residents and visitors alike. With endless stretches of sand and soft calm waters, it offers an idyllic setting and a luxurious experience for all to enjoy. Baja Sardinia is situated right on the coast of the sea with pristine beaches and crystal blue waters. This little town of Baja Sardinia is wonderfully equipped for spending all of your time shopping, eating or at the beach. The town square is positioned right in front of the waterfront which provides quick access for a few hours at the beach.

1. The Architectural Committee is a group of individuals and organizations that provide input on the development of the architectural regulations. These members are appointed by the City Council and they review applications for building permits, provide recommendations on construction plans, and help enforce the rules.

The National Park was established in 1994 and is a whole area that is protected. The NPS protects the resources of the area in order to preserve them for future generations.

The archipelago is located in the Mediterranean Sea, at the southernmost point of Corsica and near to an equally small island that is a part of Sardinia. Both islands are a part of France and both islands consist of a chain of smaller islands.

The Maddalena archipelago is composed of 7 major islands : La Maddalena, Caprera, Santo Stefano – that was home to a US Navy base for 30 years – Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, Santa Maria and many other smaller rocks.

We are going to discuss the island of La Maddalena. The island is located in the Maddalena archipelago, off the northeast coast of Sardinia. It stretches for many kilometers along the coast.

La Maddalena is a town only populated town with about 11,400 habitants. It is situated on the homonymous island in Sardinia, Italy and it is the biggest island in the archipelago. The town is conveniently situated in the middle of the island.

The smaller islands are now uninhabited except for two, Budelli and Caprera. Most visitors usually come to this destination during the summer for the beautiful white sandy beaches and clear water.

The archipelago (is a group of islands) is also well-known for the particular flora and fauna. It’s a paradise for people who love nature and want to go on an exotic vacation.

Every island is different from each other. On the coast there are many beautiful small beaches and hidden bays. Different islands have different topographies. For example, a coastline on one island may be good for diving & snorkeling while a coastline on another island may be great for surfing.

The sea around the island is mixed with many different shades of blue and green. The rocks are made of granite, which are affected by soil and vegetation, brighten the landscape.

The island of Budelli is known for its pink beach, also known as ‘The Pink Beach’. The pink color is the result of the sea shells being crushed by the pressure of millions of years. The beach was closed in 1992 in order to preserve the pinkish layers that deposit on the white sand. We might see The Pink Beach from a  distance during our excursion.

This area used to be very important for its central location in the Mediterranean. Admiral Nelson gave the church several gifts in 1805, including some silver metals, to say thanks. Napoleon Bonaparte, which was a young lieutenant in 1793 in the French fleet, tried to conquer the islands of the srchipelago but could not succeed.

The small Italian island of Caprera is located in the Bay of Valletta between Corsica and Sardinia. The island has a rich history with some significant events happening on it. One of them is the death of Giuseppe Garibaldi, who was a well-known general and revolutionary leader. He settled down in this area for over 26 years and in 1882 died on the island of Caprera.

La Maddalena Tour

After a day of sailing and bathing in our Maddalena boat tour, we’ll arrive at the town of La Maddalena in the evening. When you visit this town, it is always nice to take a stroll on the paved streets near the church and main square, do some shopping, buy some souvenirs, get a delicious ice cream or do a coffee break before you get back on the boat.