{"id":2492,"date":"2026-01-04T19:06:14","date_gmt":"2026-01-04T19:06:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/?p=2492"},"modified":"2026-01-04T19:06:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T19:06:17","slug":"sardinia-coast-to-coast-by-car-must-see-itineraries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/discover-sardinia-by-car-rental\/sardinia-coast-to-coast-by-car-must-see-itineraries","title":{"rendered":"Sardinia Coast to Coast by Car: Must-See Itineraries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>On the Ellepi blog, we often talk about the <strong>most beautiful beaches in Sardinia<\/strong> and how to plan a perfect holiday on the island. Today we want to guide you through a coast-to-coast route that will surprise you at every kilometer.<\/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-69db89b34633e\" 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-69db89b34633e\"><\/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-coast-to-coast-by-car-must-see-itineraries\/#Sardinia_Coast_to_Coast_Where_to_Start\" title=\"Sardinia Coast to Coast: Where to Start?\">Sardinia Coast to Coast: Where to Start?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/discover-sardinia-by-car-rental\/sardinia-coast-to-coast-by-car-must-see-itineraries\/#From_Olbia_to_Oristano\" title=\"From Olbia to Oristano\">From Olbia to Oristano<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/discover-sardinia-by-car-rental\/sardinia-coast-to-coast-by-car-must-see-itineraries\/#From_Oristano_to_Cagliari\" title=\"From Oristano to Cagliari\">From Oristano to Cagliari<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/discover-sardinia-by-car-rental\/sardinia-coast-to-coast-by-car-must-see-itineraries\/#From_Villasimius_to_Olbia\" title=\"From Villasimius to Olbia\">From Villasimius to Olbia<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sardinia_Coast_to_Coast_Where_to_Start\"><\/span>Sardinia Coast to Coast: Where to Start?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For your <strong>road trip in Sardinia<\/strong>, you need the right means of transportation. You can rent a car at Olbia Airport and start your journey discovering the island from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love two-wheeled vehicles, you can travel by scooter, or you can opt for a four-wheeled vehicle, which is certainly more comfortable if you plan to carry more luggage with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sardinia has <strong>1,897 kilometers of coastline<\/strong>, hundreds of beaches, and countless breathtaking sunsets. You can plan a <strong>7-day tour<\/strong>, selecting certain stretches of coast, or allow yourself more time to explore the territory in depth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Olbia_to_Oristano\"><\/span>From Olbia to Oristano<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From Olbia to Oristano, you will encounter completely different beaches. These two coasts can be seen as opposites: on one side, the destinations loved by VIPs, yachts, and luxury boutiques; on the other, pristine nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Santa Teresa di Gallura<\/strong>, in the heart of the northeast coast, once the departure point for ships chasing smugglers, today a charming village with artisan shops and local cuisine.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Isola Rossa<\/strong>, with its tourist harbor, from where you can explore small coves and enjoy sunsets with indescribable hues.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Castelsardo<\/strong>, with its castle overlooking the colorful little town.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stintino<\/strong>, one of the most popular and crowded beaches, characterized by crystal-clear water and white sand.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alghero<\/strong>, with a coastline running along the <strong>Coral Riviera<\/strong>, transparent seabeds, and a favorite destination for water sports enthusiasts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bosa<\/strong>, considered one of Sardinia&#8217;s most picturesque towns, with the Temo River offering beautiful views to visitors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>S&#8217;Archittu<\/strong>, featuring its natural arch shaped by centuries of wind and sea, and three mushroom-shaped islets that make this place truly scenic.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Oristano_to_Cagliari\"><\/span>From Oristano to Cagliari<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The coast-to-coast journey continues toward Cagliari, the island\u2019s most important city. The stops we suggest on this route are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cabras<\/strong> and the beautiful <strong>Tharros<\/strong>, one of the oldest testimonies of Phoenician civilization.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is Arutas<\/strong> and <strong>Mari Ermi<\/strong>, with intense blue waters and white quartz beaches.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Piscinas<\/strong>, home to Europe\u2019s tallest sand dunes, with a strong mining past still visible today.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Porto Pino<\/strong>, featuring pure white sand, dunes, and the spectacle of pink flamingos moving to the nearby lagoon at certain times of the day.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baia Chia<\/strong> and the <strong>Archaeological Area of Nora<\/strong>, continuing to Pula before leaving these wonders behind and reaching the city of cities: Cagliari.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Villasimius_to_Olbia\"><\/span>From Villasimius to Olbia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From <strong>Cagliari<\/strong>, we move toward <strong>Villasimius<\/strong>. From here, you can explore some of the most beautiful beaches on the east coast, the <strong>Ogliastra beaches<\/strong>, and then head back to Olbia to discover what this city has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Porto Giunco<\/strong> and the pink flamingo lagoon; if you love snorkeling, this is the perfect place to explore stunning seabeds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Costa Rei<\/strong>, with Zio Peppino rock, crystal-clear waters, and sandy seabeds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Muravera<\/strong>, full of unforgettable scents and colors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Arbatax<\/strong>, with red rocks revealing their volcanic origin, offering a very characteristic landscape.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nuraghe Mannu<\/strong>, the <strong>Grotta del Bue Marino<\/strong>, and <strong>Cala Gonone<\/strong>, a charming town from which you can take numerous excursions by land and sea.<\/li>\n<li><strong>San Teodoro<\/strong> and <strong>Cala Brandinchi<\/strong>, a true paradise of soft sand and calm waters.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, <strong>Olbia<\/strong>, a city that can offer pleasant surprises with its attractions. 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