{"id":2076,"date":"2025-11-20T11:37:08","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T11:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/?p=2076"},"modified":"2025-11-24T15:46:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T15:46:21","slug":"sardinia-road-trip-by-car-what-to-see-in-7-days","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/discover-sardinia-by-car-rental\/sardinia-road-trip-by-car-what-to-see-in-7-days","title":{"rendered":"Sardinia road trip by car: what to see in 7 days"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Exploring the island by car<\/strong> is one of the most beautiful and unforgettable experiences you can have in Sardinia. Besides the practical benefits linked to easier travel, driving allows you to reach the most remote places and <strong>follow truly spectacular scenic routes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But how do you <strong>plan a Sardinia road trip by car<\/strong>? Follow our tips!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_48 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\r\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\r\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Indice dell&#039;articolo<\/p>\r\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-69efc49510130\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69efc49510130\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\r\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/discover-sardinia-by-car-rental\/sardinia-road-trip-by-car-what-to-see-in-7-days\/#Driving_around_Sardinia_by_car\" title=\"Driving around Sardinia by car\">Driving around Sardinia by car<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/discover-sardinia-by-car-rental\/sardinia-road-trip-by-car-what-to-see-in-7-days\/#From_one_coast_of_the_island_to_the_other\" title=\"From one coast of the island to the other\">From one coast of the island to the other<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Driving_around_Sardinia_by_car\"><\/span>Driving around Sardinia by car<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve decided to organise a <strong>DIY road trip<\/strong> to visit the island by car, the first thing to do is choose the right vehicle. You can come to Sardinia by ferry and bring your own car, or fly into one of the island\u2019s airports and <strong>rent the car of your dreams<\/strong> to share every moment of your <strong>on-the-road journey<\/strong>. If you choose Olbia Airport as your arrival point, you can select one of the rental cars available on our website and have it ready for you as soon as you land, so you can start your trip straight away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right vehicle is only the starting point for planning your itinerary. Let\u2019s now look at the stops you simply can\u2019t miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_one_coast_of_the_island_to_the_other\"><\/span>From one coast of the island to the other<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We begin in Olbia, a small town with a charming <strong>historic centre<\/strong>, traces of its important past and many wonderful sights in the surrounding area. There is plenty to discover just a short drive away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A short distance from Olbia you\u2019ll find <strong>Gallura<\/strong>, \u2014 the ideal place for elegant evenings, dreamlike beaches and strolls among boutiques and craft markets. We also suggest a visit to <strong>La Maddalena<\/strong> and <strong>Caprera Island<\/strong>, an essential stop if you want to combine a passion for history with the desire to explore remote beaches surrounded by nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Continue your tour towards <strong>Ogliastra<\/strong> and its enchanting beaches, following a scenic route that crosses the Supramonte between sea and mountains. This is one of the wildest areas of the island, which for a long time remained isolated and untouched by the different dominations that shaped Sardinia. Traditions, nature, archaeological sites and breathtaking <strong>trekking routes<\/strong>\u2026 you will be spoilt for choice. If you want to fully experience the essence of this region, we recommend the trekking trail to <strong>Cala Goloritz\u00e8<\/strong> and a boat excursion to <strong>Cala Luna<\/strong> and other paradise coves that can only be reached by sea.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/tour-sardegna-ellepirental.jpg\" alt=\"Tour Sardegna\" class=\"wp-image-2077\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/tour-sardegna-ellepirental.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/tour-sardegna-ellepirental-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/tour-sardegna-ellepirental-585x390.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Then continue south towards <strong>Costa Rei<\/strong> and <strong>Villasimius<\/strong>, the jewel of southern Sardinia. The <strong>Capo Carbonara Marine Protected Area<\/strong>, created to safeguard the natural environment, and the white beaches are the hallmarks of this area. After a few swims in the crystal-clear sea and some well-deserved relaxation rocked by the waves, you\u2019ll be ready to set off again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your next stop is <strong>Cagliari<\/strong>. To reach it, you\u2019ll drive along one of the <strong>most beautiful scenic roads in Sardinia<\/strong>, with sea views and several lay-bys where you can stop to take photos. The city of Cagliari rises over seven hills and stretches all the way to the sea. To experience its true soul, we suggest wandering through the <strong>historic districts<\/strong>, dining in traditional restaurants and visiting the <strong>Poetto Beach<\/strong>, one of the most beautiful city beaches, with the <strong>Sella del Diavolo<\/strong> headland making the view truly unique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From here, continue on towards <strong>Pula<\/strong> and <strong>Chia<\/strong>. As well as the beaches, you can visit one of the most important archaeological sites in Sardinia: the <strong>ancient city of Nora<\/strong>. After a short stop to explore this historic site, you can dive into the fantastic beaches of <strong>Chia<\/strong>, <strong>Su Giudeu<\/strong>, <strong>Cala Cipolla<\/strong>, <strong>spiaggia del Morto<\/strong> and <strong>Campana<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/area-archeologica-nora.jpg\" alt=\"Area Archeologica di Nora\" class=\"wp-image-2078\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/area-archeologica-nora.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/area-archeologica-nora-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nora Archaeological Area<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can\u2019t say you\u2019ve truly experienced Sardinia without visiting the <strong>Costa Verde<\/strong> and the <strong>Sulcis<\/strong> area. Far from the more crowded tourist resorts, this region reveals another face of the island. Mines, sand dunes, windswept beaches where you can feel the power of the Sardinian wind, and a truly <strong>wild landscape<\/strong> will define this stage of your road trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before heading to <strong>Alghero<\/strong>, we recommend a short stop in <strong>Bosa<\/strong>. Just a few hours are enough to enjoy its romantic historic centre and discover the local cuisine. Leaving Bosa behind, and following another incredibly scenic road \u2014 especially at sunset \u2014 you\u2019ll reach Alghero and the <strong>Riviera del Corallo<\/strong> in just under an hour. Between colourful beaches and sea caves, you\u2019ll discover a wonderful blend of Sardinian and Catalan culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, it\u2019s time to say goodbye to the island: drive back across the granite inland areas towards Olbia and complete your <strong>7-day tour discovering Sardinia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a great trip!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Exploring the island by car is one of the most beautiful and unforgettable experiences you can have in Sardinia. 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