Sardinia;
part of Italy, yet unique. The story goes that God created Sardinia
and marvelled at what he had done, he tried to re-create this
wonder, but failed, he named this second creation: Paradise!
Sardinia;
a Mediterranean island blessed with warm sunshine, turquoise crystal-clear
seas, white flour-like beaches and miles of unspoiled coastline.
The hinterland boasts miles of rugged countryside dotted with
picturesque villages. Here you can enjoy all that is good about
Italy, as well as something more. Whether it is your choice
to simply relax in a beach-side villa or apartment, join in with
some of the numerous watersports on offer, or simply soak up the
unique and fascinating culture, Sardinia has something to offer
everyone. Working with our 'partners' in Sardinia, Creativity
Travel can offer holidays, tours and short-breaks for 12 months
of the year.
For
groups, both small and large interested in photography, winetasting,
culture, anglo/italian exchange or celebrating a special occasion
or simply having a good time, consider Sardinia. Creativity
Travel is able to put together excellent 'value for money' holidays
in Sardinia, with economy flights, hotels from 3 - 5 star, coaches,
guides and itineraries which reflect your interest, and help you
make the most of your visit. Perhaps you might choose an
activity for every day of your stay, or perhaps you prefer to
relax around a pool, play cards or Bridge, or stroll out to the
local shops and choose just one or two very special excursions?
We are able to offer warm and friendly hotels in all parts of
the island, and you can choose exactly where ! Perhaps you would
like to be in the north-west near to the bustling town of Alghero,
or perhaps you would like to explore the wild and fascinating
hinterland, or one of the golden coasts with turquoise seas ?
If a fantastic capital city with castles, cathedrals, nestling
up to shops, and sophisticated bars and restaurants surrounded
by spectacular coast and countryside appeals - you
could do no better than to choose Cagliari in the south of the
island.
The
following programme is just one idea, which we hope will give
you a taste of what can be offered. This programme is based
on 40 persons, but, there are all sorts of similar, economically
priced holidays for groups of all sizes. Sardinia is wonderful
in autumn and spring, and even has plenty to offer in mid-winter.
Perhaps really special in mid or late September when many have
returned to school or work, but the average temperature by day
is still mid twenties, the pools are still open, and skies and
sea are still blue !
Contact
us to discuss your ideas for your next group holiday. You
won't be disappointed.
Sample
Itinerary based on one week in southern Sardinia
Mid
September 2005
Day
One
Depart
London for Gagliari Elmas Airport
Transfer
by coach with luggage assistance from the airport to the
Hotel Mare Pineta.
The
hotel is a 3 star hotel, situated directly on the long
Santa Margherita di Pula beach (some 30 km west of the
capital city of Cagliari) It is a main building (Reception, dining
room, bar, lounge, large outdoor veranda, outdoor swimming pool
and beach.) In a semi-circle around the main building are Mediterranean
style structures that house all the rooms, with telephone, colour
TV, Air Conditioning, Veranda and bathroom with shower. All this
set in a wonderful park-like garden with pines and Eucalyptus
wood, directly on to the beach and sea. Almost attached is the
4 star Hotel Flamingo and the group may utilize all services at
this hotel during their stay.
Dinner
Bed and Breakfast at Hotel Mare Pineta ( 7 Nights)
A
number of excursions are possible from this point, either as individuals
or as a group – These might be to other parts of the Island where
there are numerous beaches, cliff walks, historical and pre-historic
sites, as well as interesting cities and towns and completely
uncommercialised villages in the mountains, and excellent agritur
restaurants with superb Sardinian specialities. There are opportunities
to walk out with the shepherds and enjoy a picnic
or barbecue in the mountains, or take a boat trip,
even a day's fishing with the local fishing fleet.
For guidance, the following two excursions are included in the
price:
Itinerary
Number One
Transfer
by coach from hotel to Cagliari for an historical, cultural and
shopping tour. See the Castello and walking tour (entrance extra)
The Archaeological Museum (entrance extra) 90 minutes central
city for shopping, followed by an excellent lunch at the Taverna
Restaurant (included) Return to your hotel is via the 2,900 year
old archaeological site, and the Carthaginian and Roman city of
Nora at Pula. (Price includes an English-speaking guide throughout)
Evening return to your hotel for dinner, bed and breakfast.
Itinerary
Number Two
Your
guide will accompany you, by coach, to Serdana for wine tasting
at the ‘number one' winery of Sardinia: Cantina Argiolas, then
on to Barrumini and the Nuraghe Su Nuraxi (1500 BC) and to Mogoro
for demonstration of traditional Sardinian carpet making and to
Decimomannu and lunch at the Casa Cortina (Traditional porchetta
(or pork roast) After lunch, walking tour of San Sperate and the
unusual town of the murals, before returning you to your hotel
for dinner, bed and breakfast.
The
above two itineraries give you an overview of the amazing history
and culture of Sardinia as well as a taste of the wine, and typical
cuisine and country food productions, including breads, cheeses,
charcuterie and the traditional pork roast.
Day
8
Return
transfers from Hotel Mare Pineta to Cagliari Elmas Airport for
your return flights to London
Price:
£380.00 per person for the above itinerary (based
on sharing a twin or double room) - based on 40 persons
The
price includes:
8
Days / 7 Nights accommodation in a 3 star hotel (Hotel Mare Pineta)
Return
transfers to/from the airport
Dinner
every night at your hotel
Two
guided excursions as described above with 2 lunches and wine tasting
A
Note about flights
Right
now , we can offer flights for about £50.00 plus taxes between
London and Cagliari, depending on how quickly they are booked
(they have to be reserved well in advance) Alternatively, low
cost airline; Ryanair operates between London and Alghero and
a coach transfer would be arranged.
The
pictures at the top of this web page show the Hotel Mare Pineta.
Watch
this space for details of alternative excursions and some of the
menus available on this Sardinian holiday !
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