Pickup with a nice car comfortable taking you to the high way with air conditioning and water and the driver is very informative about the areas you go through and know all your needs before you say it the free time in the city of Matera would make you go back with the time machine.
Matera, located in southern Italy, is a captivating city that offers a memorable day tour experience. As you stroll through the ancient streets, you'll be transported back in time with every step. One of the highlights is the Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site composed of cave dwellings and churches carved into the rocks. The unique architecture and stunning views make it a photographer's paradise. Additionally, Matera boasts a vibrant culinary scene, providing an opportunity to savor authentic Italian cuisine at its finest. The local shops offer traditional crafts, allowing you to take a piece of Matera home with you. Immerse yourself in the rich history during your day tour in Matera, Italy.

Visiting Barumini and its territory means to discover a world rich in history and tradition. 

From the first moments in which you approach this small village of Marmilla, located in the heart of Sardinia, you can breathe a particular atmosphere, that one of a special place, deputed since the Old Age at the seat of power and central part of a fertile land full of marvels and fundamental way of communication. 

A beautiful place that now since 1997 has been enrolled in Unesco World Heritage Lists because of its uniqueness. On the Giara, there is an essential variety of animal species. Forests of cork and oak alternate with Mediterranean maquis, garrigues, prairies, and ponds to make this plateau a precious fauna shelter, in which the most famous specimen is the Giara horse. It's also possible to have lunch; you will taste the specialties of the Sardinian typical products, based on the seasons, thanks to the gastronomic culture of the ancient land of the "Nuraghi."

You will explore the coves and beaches that were twice named the most beautiful in Italy. The waters of Chia are pristine and a shimmering, crystal clear, blue color. Dive in and enjoy. Complementing that stunning turquoise water is the peach-colored sand, and scattered among the dunes are lush green juniper trees. The colors are striking. Heading to the beach is a tradition of the locals and visitors alike. You will see why the coves and beaches in Chia are famous. Time allowing, you will stop at up to 5 of the prettiest coves, depending on how much time you spend at each. If you choose the private option tour, you can decide to spend more time at one cove or even skip one if you wish. One of the bays you will visit is Cala Cipolla, from here you can admire the lighthouse of Capo Spartivento. This cove offers one of the best places to snorkel in South Sardinia. Your guide can provide you the snorkel gear, or you are welcome to bring your own or just spread out your towel on the sand, kick back, and relax! Another fantastic beach is Malfatano, ideal for families with children due to its calm waters, and it offers incredible vistas of Capo Malfatano bay. Tuerredda is one of the most beautiful beaches in the area, and it also offers excellent snorkeling

. You will also make stops Porto Larboi and S'isola Manna. You will find restroom facilities at some of the beaches (Cala Cipolla, Tuerredda, and Malfatano), although some may be rustic. Please see the notes section. You will also find small stands, cafes, and options to purchase lunch, drinks, or snacks. Your guide will gladly assist with suggestions. Throughout your experience at Chia, your guide will give your stories, history, and tales about the area and make your time as personalized as possible. Take in the picturesque scenery on your ride back to your hotel after such a relaxing day on Chia and Teulada beaches! If you choose the option to stop with lunch, it will be possible to have lunch (not included) at Capo Malfatano in a restaurant just by the sea. 

Starting from Chia, this tour will take from 5 to 6 hours. We'll drive to the southeast where the dunne buggy is waiting for us.

Enjoy a real off-road experience on the powerful dunne buggy. Exciting! Powerful! Dynamic! Drive and enjoy some off-road adventure on our dunne buggy, travel up into the Sardinian mountains with spectacular views on the way to the forest. On arrival, you will receive full instructions on handling the dunne buggy. This tour is organized two people by dunne buggy, and if two people want to drive a dunne buggy each one, then you should book for three people, every two people one dunne buggy. First few instructions to establish your confidence then off we go for a 2-hour journey through the hills, mountains, coastline, and forest. Your local guide will be keen to make the tour as personal as possible. He will assist you with his expertise and recall amusing anecdotes for you before bringing you back to your hotel. 

From October to May, it is possible to enjoy a typical Sardinian lunch at the shepherd house with authentic homemade food. (optional)

Enjoy an authentic off-road experience on the powerful Dunne buggy. Exciting! Powerful! Dynamic! Drive and enjoy some off-road adventure on our Dunne buggy, travel up into the Sardinian mountains with spectacular views on the way to the forest. 

Once you reach the parking lot at the port, our guide will be waiting for you, then a half-hour trip to the east of Sardinia, where you will start your experience.

On arrival, you are given full instructions on handling the Dunne buggy, and the dust goggles are provided. This tour is organized two people by Dunne buggy, and if two people want to drive a Dunne buggy each one, then you should book for three people, every two people one Dunne buggy. First few instructions to establish your confidence then off we go for a 2-hour journey through the hills, mountains, coastline, and forest. Your local guide will be keen to make the tour as personal as possible. He will assist you with his expertise and recall amusing anecdotes for you before bringing you back to your cruise. 

Fun and full of excitement! Enjoy the power and excitement of a two-passenger quad-runner off-road adventure while exploring unique itineraries.
You will meet your English speaking guide outside your Cagliari cruise ship terminal. He will escort you to your comfortable, air-conditioned transportation for the short 45-minute journey.
Upon arrival at base camp, you will receive all necessary handling instructions and safety equipment to begin your fantastic journey through the mountains, hills, and beaches, on your very own off-road quad. The vehicles are automatic and easy to drive. They are shared two-person per quad. If you order for 2 participants, you will ride in the same vehicle but can switch out driving duties. The first stretch will allow you to gain confidence, then off you go! In the first part of the excursion, you will ride through the mountains and admire the Sardinian vegetation. You will be delighted with the fantastic views. Your guide will have bottled water ready for you along the trails.
Your next stop is the fantastic beach. Your knowledgeable local guide will share his expertise, providing both historical and exciting anecdotes to help make this a very personal experience.
Then you will drive the quads back to the base camp where you will board your transportation to be returned to your Cagliari cruise terminal.

After you take the free shuttle from your pier to the passenger gate (1 minute), your guide for the day will meet you at your cruise terminal, where you will board your transportation to the town of Chia on the west coast. The 45-minute drive is beautiful and scenic, which will make the ride seem short. Your guide will be giving you information throughout the excursion. As it is just you and your small group for the day, all of the attention and details will be on you.

Enjoy riding a 125cc scooter while your guide leads you to a green paradise and the hidden beaches of the south Sardinia. Excursion among the secret beaches of southern Sardinia. Passing through the Ancient Roman Street, it will be possible to see the shore of Su Coldorinu and the ancient Port of Chia. Arriving on the fantastic beach of Cala Cipolla, from which it's possible to get into the Lighthouse of Capo Spartivento. From there, a beautiful view, let you see the extreme point of South Sardinia: Capo Teulada. From the Lighthouse, we'll visit the beach and the tower of Capo Malfatano, Cala Crabittu, and Porto Larboi. 

During those stops, it's possible to swim in a fantastic cristal water sea. Your guide, while leading the tour on his scooter, will provide information and colorful stories about life and nature in south Sardinia and recommend photo stops along the way. These tours can be a perfect introduction to first-time visitors, or they can offer a more in-depth insight for tourists re-visiting the region.

At the end of this exciting adventure, your fantastic guide will return you to your cruise port in Cagliari.

During this exciting, flexible tour between 5 to 8 hours, enjoy half-hour of flyboard experience. Join up with an expert flyboard instructor, get instructions and put on a life vest and ready for your ride. Then, feel your adrenaline rush as the water jets thrust you above the sea. Practice turns and other maneuvers with radio directions from your certified instructor, and enjoy stunning views of Mediterranean Scrab from as high as 32 feet (10 meters) above the waves. Ideal for beginners and experienced fly boarders.

You will explore the coves and beaches that were twice named the most beautiful in Italy. The waters of Chia are pristine and a shimmering, crystal clear, blue color. Dive in and enjoy. Complementing that stunning turquoise water is the peach-colored sand, and scattered among the dunes are lush green juniper trees. The colors are striking. Heading to the beach is a tradition of the locals and visitors alike. You will see why the coves and beaches in Chia are famous.

Visitors flock to Sardinia, and the coastal area of Chia, in particular, for some of the Mediterranean’s best beaches. With this tour, you’ll be able to take a unique beach excursion by coasteering or walking along with inter-tidal areas where the sea meets rock without the aid of boats or surfboards. If you’d like, you’ll be able to dip or dive into the sea of Chia from a suspended cable. 

The territory is comprised of a narrow coastal plain on which insists on hilly rock formations overhanging the sea. Spontaneous vegetation is made up of thermo-aerofoil patches and plant associations typical of coastal flora. During the coasteering experience, you will be able to see wrecks of ancient junipers crafted with the windmill.

An ancient Roman road that connects the cities of Bithia (Chia) to Nora (Pula) and Karalis (Cagliari), will lead us to the start of Vanilla Coasteering. In this extraordinary and evocative cave, you can try various disciplines such as swimming, climbing, and dive. Still, it’s just one of the surprises we’ll encounter on this itinerary.

We will live together with one of the fascinating stretches of the area, where the crystalline water and the scent of the Mediterranean scrub blend to give you a new, fresh, dynamic, and adrenaline adventure!

Coasteering is a type of excursion that consists of walking along with the inter-tidal areas of a rocky coast, where the sea meets the rocks. Walking and swimming without the use of any boats are the main activities, and diving from high points is one of the ludic aspects of the tour.  

The tour starts from Chia, with a qualified professional instructor and all the necessary equipment. You will walk through the Mediterranean Scrub and find the best points to build a cable-way to dive into the beautiful crystal clear Sea of Chia.

On the way back, you will stop for a snack (alcoholic drinks will be available only for adult guests, and for people already come of age). The Itinerary is 100% safe and also for beginners. Previous experience is not required. Parents must authorize guests between the age of 16 to below legal adult age.

In this tour, we will discover the Coasteering is a type of excursion that consists of walking along with the inter-tidal areas of a rocky coast, where the sea meets the rocks. Walking and swimming without the use of any boats are the main activities, and diving from high points is one of the ludic aspects of the tour.  

 A qualified professional instructor and all the necessary equipment will lead you through the Mediterranean Scrub and find the best points to build a cable-way to dive into the beautiful crystal clear Sea of Chia, with an itinerary 100% safe and also for beginners.

Previous experience is not required, and parents must authorize guests between the age of 16 to below legal adult age.

The territory is comprised of a narrow coastal plain on which insists on hilly rock formations overhanging the sea. Spontaneous vegetation is made up of thermo-aerofoil patches and plant associations typical of coastal flora. During the coasteering experience, you will be able to see wrecks of ancient junipers crafted with a windmill.

An ancient Roman road that connects the cities of Bithia (Chia) to Nora (Pula) and Karalis (Cagliari), will lead us to the start of Coasteering, an extraordinary and evocative cave where you can try various disciplines such as swimming, climbing, and dive, but it’s just one of the surprises we’ll encounter on this itinerary.

We will live together with one of the fascinating stretches of the area, where the crystalline water and the scent of a Mediterranean scrub blend to give you a new, fresh, dynamic, and adrenaline adventure!

Benefit from hotel pick-up in the Domus de Maria and Chia area in the south of Sardinia, and then take a scenic drive towards Calasetta to board a ferry to San Pietro Island. The trip on the ferry takes around 40 minutes.

Carloforte, with its colorful sights and its harbor, is one of the most enchanting towns in Sardinia and will steal your heart any time of the year. The town preserves the language, customs, and culture of Liguria because of its colonization by some families who were initially from Pegli but came from Tabarka, Tunisia.

The Church of Novelli Innocenti, dedicated to a tragic shipwreck, the cinema and theater Giuseppe Cavallera, known as "U Palassiu," and the church of Our Lady of the Castaway are excellent examples of architectural beauty. On the seafront, it is particularly pleasant to photograph the monument to Carlo Emanuele III of Savoy, inaugurated in 1786, with the sea in the background.

The coasts in the vicinity are the jewel of the island. Bobba, wild and bright, or Cala Fico and its sea bed colorful with fish, are just some of the must-see destinations. The Columns, two cliffs 16 meters high that plunge into the topaz sea, provide a perfect backdrop for pictures.

One of the best experiences you can have in Carloforte is undoubtedly enjoying the local specialties. Every year, between May and June, the city explodes in a festival of lights, music, and live cooking competitions and events known as the Girotonno, in honor of the ruling fish of the island, made with thousands of imaginative recipes. In April, the picturesque Festival of Tabarkan Couscous, a historical Genoese interpretation of the delicious Tunisian dish, is also quite the event.

You will take a tour on the island with a local guide, and get the chance to stop and swim in the sea. Take souvenir photos of the fantastic landscape, from the picturesque beaches to the dramatic cliffs and rock formations of the sea. Formed by volcanic activity, the island boasts a hilly interior and typical Mediterranean flora of juniper and pine trees. 

Visit the historical center of Carloforte, founded in the 18th century by around 30 families of coral fishers from Genoa. Learn more about the local traditions and get the chance to encounter dolphins and other wildlife, including native falcons. 

Your local guide will be keen to make the tour as personal as possible. He will assist you with his expertise and recall amusing anecdotes for you before driving you back to your hotel.

Departing from Santos, you will go by ferry towards Guarujá, the ferry trip takes around 15 minutes. Once you reach the mainland, start your ride about 1.5 hours through the coastal road towards Rio de Janeiro until you reach the Environmental Protection Area.

Through the expedition, you will have the opportunity to: 

1) To experience the routine of the culture of the Guarani people.

2) Get in touch directly with tribal leaders, as well as with the other inhabitants. 

3) Stroll through the village, knowing the plantations and ancestral knowledge related to agriculture and food. 

4) Connect with thematic and sustainability projects. 

5) Make a trail of about 30 minutes and take an energizing bath in a river. 

6) Meditate feeling the energy of the Atlantic forest and the strength of contact with nature.

7) Appreciate indigenous music culture (depending on availability).

8) Taste the simplicity of Guaraní cuisine (simplicity: the highest level of sophistication) (depending on availability, meals are not included, the price per person R$ 20).

9) Admire the indigenous art expressed through crafts. 

10) Know the school system and schools in the villages. 

11) Evolve together by increasing our connection with the city and Planet Earth. PROGRAMMING ACTIVITIES AND TOPICS: - Self-knowledge - Valuing the Brazilian culture - Redemption of the essence and contact with other cultures - Indigenous lifestyle - Deep involvement with nature through meditative practices - Organic agriculture and natural gastronomy - Understanding the Guarani language -Tips about ¨rituais¨ that help to have better efficiency and quality of life.

Your local guide will be keen to make the tour as personal as possible. He will assist you with his expertise and recall interesting anecdotes for you before bringing you back to your hotel or cruise ship. 

Day 1 - A 3 hours drive from Cagliari through the beautiful Sardinian countryside to get to the northwest of the island where we will take the 1.15-hour ferry from Porto Torres to Cala Reale. 

First, stop in a small village inhabited by fishermen up to 1885 where a former prison has become a hostel, after the check-in at the hostel, you can relax before your dinner at the hostel. 

The next morning ready for a Jeep Tour or Hiking of about 6 hours to visit the whole island.

Day 2 - After your breakfast at the hostel, you will check-out and start your 6 hours adventure by jeep or hiking.

Experience a world where time stood still, in a miniature version of Sardinia: untouched nature and fascinating old buildings.

Rounded hills cloaked in Mediterranean green, local breeds such as the white donkey, and the thousand colors of the sea and its teeming sea bed. 

Asinara's natural heritage, which stretches over 50 square kilometers, was designated a national park in 1997 and protected marine areas in 2002. The island's extraordinary history, separated from the mainland by Piana island and the road through Fornelli, has kept it intact.

The earliest traces of human activity is the Domus de Janas in Campu Perdu. In the 20th century, the area became the criminal wing of the local jail, in particular hosting the stables where the prisoners worked. The medieval period is represented by the ruins of Camaldolese convent of Sant'Andrea and the Castellaccio castle, set on a hilltop with a path leading up to it. From around 1600, the island was settled by a fishing and farming community. When a lazaretto and agricultural colony was established in 1885, don't miss the Ossuary built-in 1936 to contain the bones of 7,000 Austro-Hungarians deported during WWI. Asinara remained isolated for more than a century, and even more so when the maximum-security prison was built in 1975 for Red Brigade members, kidnappers, and mafia bosses such as Raffaele Cutolo and Totò Riina.

This suggestive environmental and historical place, the wild and uncontaminated nature of one of the significant Sardinian islands, will amaze you in every way. 

You will have the opportunity to swim in incredibly crystalline water, relax, and enjoy your snack. Your local guide will be keen to make the tour as personal as possible. He will assist you with his expertise and recall amusing anecdotes for you before leaving the island.

High-flying excursion, the tour starts from Chia, from where you will be driven by Jeep directly to the Is Cannoneris Natural Park. A panoramic approach will lead us to the discovery of the reserve. 

The real green Sardinian space is represented by Is Cannoneris, the most prominent European holm oaks majestic forest set over 900-meter feet. In this magic place, you may meet up with deers, eagles, mouflons, wild boars, which are the most important species that inhabit Is Cannoneris Reserve. This itinerary includes a trekking path to reach the waterfalls. 

At the waterfalls, it's possible to swimming and relax before getting back.

Your local guide will be keen to make the tour as personal as possible. He will assist you with his expertise and recall amusing anecdotes for you before driving you back to your hotel.

The tour begins with a pickup from the centrally located meeting point in Chia, for a morning departure at 9 am or afternoon departure at 3 pm. Pass through the beautiful panoramic Chia-Teulada street, which was historically traveled by the ancient Romans and the Carthaginian population. 

Arrive at the beautiful Is Zuddas caves, which are preserved in a way that appears as if time has stopped. During your 1 hour guided tour, you will admire Stalactites and stalagmites are the naturally formed, and these main attractions are why people come to the Is Zuddas caves. 

Your local guide will be keen to make the tour as personal as possible. He will assist you with his expertise and recall amusing anecdotes for you before driving you back to your hotel.