Southern Sardinia Cycling Mini Break: Coastal Escape

Art & Culture

Mediterras

A short cycling break in southern Sardinia featuring coastal routes, Mediterranean landscapes, and relaxed riding ideal for a quick island escape.

Sardinia

All year

5 days/ 4 nights

Difficult: 3.0

ABSTRACT

The Southern Sardinia Mini Break is a short cycling escape designed for travellers looking to experience the beauty of Sardinia in a limited amount of time.

This itinerary focuses on relaxed cycling routes along the southern coast, combining scenic landscapes, beaches, and authentic Sardinian villages in an easy and enjoyable format.

From coastal views and quiet rural roads to small local towns, the journey offers a concentrated experience of the island’s Mediterranean charm.

The Mini Break is ideal for those who want to combine cycling, nature, and culture without committing to a longer itinerary.

This tour is ideal for:

Travellers with limited time in Sardinia
Leisure cyclists seeking an easy and short cycling holiday
Couples or small groups looking for a quick Mediterranean escape
First-time visitors to Sardinia by bike
Travellers combining cycling with other Italy destinations

Mediterras specializes in immersive bike holidays guided by locals who are passionate about their homeland. Our team of local guides prides itself on fostering connections through the joy of discovery…

Tour Start

Sant’Antioco

Tour End

Pula

Best start day

All days

Tot. distance

105 mi / 168 km

DETAILS

DAILY PROGRAM

Upon arrival at Cagliari Airport, a Mediterras representative will shuttle you to the first hotel in Sant'Antioco. After a tour briefing and bike fitting we'll go for a warm up with an easy ride discovering the coastline, ending with an aperitif by the sea.

• Daily distance: 21 mi / 35 km
• Elevation gain: 1200 ft / 365 m
• Accommodation: MuMa Hostel Sant’Antioco
Today venture to Carloforte starting with a 30 minute ferry ride. Carloforte is a Mediterrenean gem where Ligurian, African and Sardinian culture blend harmoniously. Spend the day exploring the salt works, nice beaches and the charming colorful town famous for red tuna fish. In the afternoon take the ferry back to Calasetta. Want to pedal more? You can do the loop around Sant'Antioco island and discover secret coves and the main village with its fisherman traditions.

• Daily distance: 26 mi / 43 km
• Elevation gain: 980 ft / 299 m
• Accommodation: MuMa Hostel Sant’Antioco
• Meals: Breakfast
Depart from Sant’Antioco Island along the salt works, dotted by pink flamingos. After a stop in the picturesque village of Tratalias vecchia, built around the beautiful Romanesque Cathedral of Santa Maria, cross the Sulcis countryside through artichokes fields and Carignano vineyards. Today's ride ends in Teulada in an agriturismo (holiday farm) where you'll enjoy a typical Sardinian dinner.

• Daily distance: 26 mi / 43 km
• Elevation gain: 797 ft / 243 m
• Accommodation: Terranieddas Agriturismo
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
The last leg of the tour starts with some rolling hills overlooking the Capo Teulada shores. This morning warm up will prepare you to face the highlight of your tour- the amazing Costa del Sud. This slightly challenging road, includes a series of climbs and descents, but the work will be well worth it for the incredible views. End your tour in Pula, a lively town and the perfect place to enjoy a celebratory dinner included with your package.

• Daily distance: 29 mi / 47 km
• Elevation gain: 2125 ft / 648 m
• Accommodation: Villa Madau Boutique Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner