Supramonte Loop

Come and discover the wild beauty of Supramonte, a marvelous limestone complex that extends for 350 square kilometers among sinkholes, karst caves, canyons, woods, and dream beaches, in the most authentic heart of Sardinia. You will discover a millenary and fascinating culture, which is home to one of the world's 5 Blue Zones. Places characterized by the particular longevity of their inhabitants, the study of which shows that quality of food and lifestyle are the elements that unite them.

Type
Discovery
Support
Self-guided
Activity
Cycling
level
This is a Self-Guided tour

This means that you will pedal or walk free at your pace following maps and tracks received during our pre tour briefing at your arrival. We will advise you where to have lunch and dinner, about sightseeings along the road and where to find technical assistance.
You can start on any day of the year.

7 days / 6 nights
From: 970€ per person
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Day to Day

1Arrival in Cala Gonone10
2From Cala Gonone to Santa Maria Navarrese65B
3From Santa Maria Navarrese to Ulassai55B
4From Ulassai to Villagrande Strisaili40B
5From Villagrande Strisaili to Fonni45B
6From Fonni to Oliena55B D
7DepartureB

Legenda: B: Breakfast L: Lunch D: Dinner;

Highlights

The legendary SS 125 and the Gulf of Orosei
The wild beauty of Ogliastra limestone mountains
The Cannonau wine and Villagrande ham
The amazing Murals of Orgosolo
Su Gologone springs and the Cedrino valley

Included

6 nights in charming hotels in double occupancy
6 breakfasts + 1 traditional dinner
Welcome meeting and tour explanation
Maps, route notes, and GPS tracks
Transfer in and out from Olbia Airport
Luggage transportation inn2inn
Telephone assistance

Full Program


DAY 1

Activity

Warm Up

Pernottamento

Hotel Cala Luna
Cala Gonone

Benvenuti in Sardegna!

After arriving at the airport we shuttle you to your first hotel on the sea in Cala Gonone. After having briefed you in detail about the tour, you can try the bikes by reaching the beautiful beach of Cala Fuili. If you have time in the afternoon, we suggest you rent a zodiac or kayaks to visit the enchanting beach of Cala Luna, one of the most magical places in the Mediterranean! In the evening, enjoy an al fresco dinner in front of the sea and a relaxing walk along the Cala Gonone seafront.

DAY 2

Activity

Cycling
Distance 62km
Climb 1200mt

Accommodation

Hotel Agugliastra
S.M. Navarrese

From Cala Gonone to Santa Maria Navarrese

The legendary road SS125 will be the setting for this glorious ride in the heart of Supramonte massif. It's the most demanding stage of this adventure, but perhaps the most beautiful, with unforgettable scenarios that will remain etched in your memory. The elevation design of the stage is very simple, a long climb of 25 kilometers and a long descent of 40 kilometers. So you start to climb immediately, the first 5 kilometers are the most challenging, while for the next 20 kilometers the climb is gradual and never hard. From 1000 meters above sea level of the Passo Genna 'e Silana pass, a gradual descent will begin that will bring you sinuously back to the sea. The views you will enjoy in this stage are varied and breathtaking, from the cliffs overlooking the sea of Cala Gonone, to the fertile Oddoene Valley, from the wild Gorroppu canyon to the mountain pastures of Urzulei, up to the sea of Baunei in the seaside hamlet of Santa Maria. Navarrese.The legendary road SS125 will be the setting for this glorious ride in the heart of Supramonte massif. It's the most demanding stage of this adventure, but perhaps the most beautiful, with unforgettable scenarios that will remain etched in your memory. The elevation design of the stage is very simple, a long climb of 25 kilometers and a long descent of 40 kilometers. So you start to climb immediately, the first 5 kilometers are the most challenging, while for the next 20 kilometers the climb is gradual and never hard. From 1000 meters above sea level of the Passo Genna 'e Silana pass, a gradual descent will begin that will bring you sinuously back to the sea. The views you will enjoy in this stage are varied and breathtaking, from the cliffs overlooking the sea of Cala Gonone, to the fertile Oddoene Valley, from the wild Gorroppu canyon to the mountain pastures of Urzulei, up to the sea of Baunei in the seaside hamlet of Santa Maria. Navarrese.

DAY 3

Activity

Cycling
Distance 55km
Climb 900mt

Accommodation

Hotel Su Marmuri
Ulassai

From S.M. Navarrese to Ulassai

The day begins along the beaches of the Arbatax coast, then we move towards the interior of the Ogliastra region, finishing the stage under the looming limestone plateaus that make this territory unique. The first part of the day is very easy and relaxing, among long beaches and lush gardens. But in the last part of the day the route rears up going up from the coast towards the mountain, through Cannonau vineyards and the famous rocky cliffs that create the characteristic plateaus covered with dense woods. The day ends in Ulassai, a small mountain village famous for its fabulous rock ways among climbers from half of Europe. But this is also the village that gave birth to the artist Maria Lai, who right here experimented with the revolutionary concept of relational work of art "Legarsi alla Montagna" (binding to the mountain), a monument to the memory of the living people, as she called it, which we invite you to discover in the Stazione dell'Arte Museum (www.stazionedellarte.com/en).

DAY 4

Activity

Cycling
Distance 55km
Climb 800mt

Accommodation

Orlando Hotel
Villagrande Strisaili

From Ulassai to Villagrande Strisaili

Today a beautiful day awaits you along the western slope of Gennargentu, the main mountain massif of the island. We suggest you stock up on food and water before leaving Ulassai, in fact, a wonderful area awaits you, but where you won't find a single bar for over 30km. Immediately after Ulassai, cross the village of Osini, followed by the ghost town of Osini Vecchio, abandoned in 1951 following a terrible flood that brought its inhabitants to their knees. From the village of Gairo Taquisara we leave the Pardu valley and begin to climb the slopes of Gennargentu, this is the only noteworthy climb of the day, which continues for about 10 kilometers, taking us over a thousand meters of altitude. The route winds through woods and pastures, with a view of the characteristic rock spire of Perda 'e Liana, the true totem of this territory. The last part of the route goes around Lake Bau Muggeris, before reaching the large wood of Santa Barbara, where our hotel awaits us.

DAY 5

Activity

Cycling
Distance 45km
Climb 800mt

Accommodation

Sa Orte Hotel
Fonni

Villagrande Strisaili a Fonni

Here is another beautiful mountain stage, always along the western slope of the Gennargentu. Compared to the previous day's stage we will find less wood and much more pasture, and the profiles of the mountains become less harsh. But even today it will be better to get food and water before departure. At the Arcu Corr'e Boi pass, we reach the highest point of the whole tour, 1200 meters above sea level, from which you will enjoy a beautiful view over the whole valley. In Fonni a welcoming hotel awaits you in the old center village, which will delight you also for dinner with the flavors of the Barbagia cuisine.

DAY 6

Activity

Cycling
Distance 55km
Climb 650mt

Accommodation

Agriturismo Guthiddai
Oliena

Dinner

Traditional Dinner Included

From Fonni to Oliena

The last stage takes you through Barbagia and some of its symbolic villages. After leaving Fonni, we visit Mamoiada, the town of the Cannonau, the wine that makes us live 100 years old. You can enjoy a wine tasting at the Sedilesu Winery, one of our favorites ones. Or you can even visit the Museum of Mediterranean Masks, which shows millennia of history and traditions and centuries of celebrations and rituals, shared by various ancient civilizations of the Mediterranean. The museum focuses on the widespread use of wooden masks worn on the face, with animal and grotesque shapes, as well as sheep and ram skins, cowbells, and other objects that make deafening sounds. In the rural and pastoral community, these customs were thought to influence the fate of the agricultural year: despite their frightening appearance, their long-awaited visit was welcome and was seen as an opportunity to make them propitious, offering them food and wine. Then we pass through Orgosolo, the town of the Murales, which paints its history and other important moments in contemporary world history on the walls of the houses. Finally Oliena, another important center of Barbagia, nestled at the foot of the Supramonte, which enjoys a fertile countryside washed by the Cedrino river and preserves ancient craft traditions. Despite the length and the mountainous territory, the route doesn't present long climbs or particularly challenging sections.

DAY 7

Activity

Departure

Arrivederci!

It’s time to say goodbye, we really hope to see you again!

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Vickyleen MuscatVickyleen Muscat
09:48 11 Mar 24
Servizio eccellente!!! Il proprietario è stato molto disponibile e ci ha servito anche quando era ufficialmente chiuso. L'ebike noleggiata ci è stata molto utile e ha permesso di visitare molti luoghi interessanti di Cagliari 🙂
t Hgt Hg
14:00 09 Nov 23
Un'esperienza fantastica dall'inizio alla fine: molte grazie a Marco per essersi assicurato che fossimo completamente attrezzati e pronti per partire per alcuni fantastici tour della Sardegna!
Bianca MulderBianca Mulder
20:49 02 Nov 23
Grazie per la bella bicicletta elettrica. Sono stata a Cagliari per una settimana. In parte grazie alla bella moto, ho trascorso una settimana fantastica. Ho pedalato molti chilometri e quindi ho visto molto. Il percorso lungo la spiaggia era perfetto per il ciclismo e anche il percorso dalla spiaggia alla città. Buon servizio ed è bello poter usare la bici per qualche ora in più!
Rolands DembovskisRolands Dembovskis
14:01 02 Aug 23
Robert LehockyRobert Lehocky
10:22 28 Jul 23
Noleggio biciclette altamente raccomandabile, tutto era semplicemente perfetto! Grazie!
Matt MMatt M
18:14 10 Jul 23
Marco e il team hanno un ottimo affare assicurandoti di ottenere la bici di cui hai bisogno e adattarla alle tue specifiche. La comunicazione è impeccabile e tempestiva assicurandoti di ottenere il massimo dalla tua vacanza. Le bici sono in condizioni meccaniche incredibili e, in caso di problemi, ti verranno forniti strumenti per bici, toppe e tubi extra. Oh, e le borse laterali sono un'ottima aggiunta e valgono il costo. Saluti al Grand Tour della Sardegna!
Anna MarchisioAnna Marchisio
08:49 09 May 22
Tour "Expedition Across Sardinia" molto ben organizzato e gestito.Itinerario molto interessante e vario sia per il percorso che per i paesaggi che consentiva anche delle interessanti deviazioni lungo il percorso.Le bici a noleggio erano perfette e le tracce gps, con relativo software, era precisissimo e ricco di informazioni.Strutture ricettive molto belle. Segnaliamo Agriturismo Sa Tanchitta... Posto particolare e tranquillo con una cena veramente squisita. Ottima anche la cena dell'hotel Edera.Unica critica la struttura Omu Axiu che ha visto tempi decisamente migliori.
Irene CadamuroIrene Cadamuro
16:43 29 Aug 21
Noleggiato una c-sport Bianchi per un tour autonomo da Cagliaro ad Alghero (presa a Cagliari e riconsegnata comodamente ad Alghero). La bici, conseganta con tutti gli acessori necessari (luci, kit completo di riparazione, lucchetto,...) si è dimostrata perfetta in tutto il viaggio. Un ringraziamento particolare allo staff del noleggio di Cagliari che sempre prontamente mi ha supportato con grande professionalità con consigli pratici e itinerari, sia prima che durante il tour. L'avere loro risposte precise e immediate è stato sicuramente un ottimo supporto al viaggio. Se la costa occidentale della Sardegna certamente si presta a questo tipo di esperienza, questo tipo di professionalità la rende indimenticabile. Grazie di tutto.. Irene
Bruna PietracciBruna Pietracci
08:09 24 Aug 21
MERAVIGLIOSI!Quando pensi di andare semplicemente ad affittare una bici...(e che bici!) e trovi persone estremamente competenti e gentili. Grazie infinte Marcello e Gian Mario - super disponibili e pronti ad aiutarmi nelle disavventure da carta smagnetizzata. Siete speciali!E sicuro ci rivedremo per una delle vostre spedizioni - un abbraccio e grazie ancora di tutto!
Enrique PequenoEnrique Pequeno
17:16 16 Aug 21
Consiglio Sardinia GT per la qualità del servizio e dei mezzi, la professionalità e l'estrema disponibilità. Vivere la Sardegna un bici e con alle spalle il Team Sardegna GT é stato magnifico.
Claudio TomarchioClaudio Tomarchio
17:07 15 Aug 21
Ho noleggiato una bici per una settimana, lo consiglio!
gabriele di paologabriele di paolo
06:43 07 Aug 21
Una vacanza bellissima nel sud della Sardegna, luoghi ancora incontaminati ed assistenza impeccabile di Gian Mario e Marcello
Alessio MancaAlessio Manca
19:57 20 Feb 17
Complimenti a questi ragazzi per avermi fatto gustare un angolo della mia terra che ancora non conoscevo.Genuini e diretto rappresentanti del territorio, mi hanno guidato alla scoperta di un antico sentiero da cui poter ammirare alcune spiagge nellazona di Chia, oltre il punto a cui sono sempre arrivato.Pranzo al sacco in compagnia di amici con una loro storia da raccontare e la nostra storia da ascoltare.Non vedo l'ora di provare un nuovo itinerario.
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Price and Supplements

Tour Price*: € 970 per person
Deposit: 30%, Balance: 60 days before departure

This price includes:
6 nights in charming hotels in double occupancy
6 breakfasts + 1 traditional dinner
Welcome meeting and tour explanation
Maps, route notes, and GPS tracks
Transfer in and out from Olbia Airport
Luggage transportation inn2inn
Telephone assistance

E-bike: € 225

Solo Traveller: € 500

Road Bike: € 225

Trekking Bike: € 135

Single room supplement: € 150

High season supplement: € 250 (Jun 24 - Sep 08)

*Price per person based on 2 guests in double room. This price must be confirmed by our booking team

Flex Rate

more than 60 days - 100% refund of deposit
60 days to 30 days - 70% refund of the trip price will be made
29 days to 15 days - 50% refund of the trip price will be made
14 days to 0 days - 100% cancellation fee