Sardinia and Sicily Luxury 10-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Cagliari, Sardinia
    15 minutes (4.8km) from Cagliari airport

    Explore Cagliari city centre, visit the historical Castello district and enjoy panoramic views from the Bastione San Remy tower.

  2. Day 2: Costa Smeralda, Sardinia
    2.5 hours (266km) by car from Cagliari

    Relax on the stunning beaches of Costa Smeralda, indulge in luxury dining and explore the exclusive boutiques of Porto Cervo.

  3. Day 3: Alghero, Sardinia
    2 hours (141km) by car from Porto Cervo

    Discover the medieval city of Alghero and its Catalan heritage, visit the iconic Nuraghe Palmavera site and swim in the crystal-clear waters of Le Bombarde beach.

  4. Day 4: Palermo, Sicily
    5 hours (432km) by car and ferry from Alghero

    Explore the historical city of Palermo, visit the opulent Palazzo dei Normanni and the UNESCO-listed Cappella Palatina. Wander Ballarò market and indulge in traditional Sicilian street food.

  5. Day 5: Taormina, Sicily
    3 hours (284km) by car from Palermo

    Take a private guided tour through the ancient ruins of Taormina’s Greek Theatre and enjoy the panoramic views of Mount Etna and the Ionian coast.

  6. Day 6: Etna Wineries, Sicily
    1 hour (48km) by car from Taormina

    Taste world-renowned wines at wineries located on the slopes of Mount Etna, indulge in traditional Sicilian cuisine and take a private tour of the Gambino vineyards and cellars.

  7. Day 7: Syracuse, Sicily
    1.5 hours (114km) by car from Mount Etna

    Visit the UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Neapolis and explore the charming island of Ortygia, with its stunning Piazza del Duomo and picturesque streets.

  8. Day 8: Agrigento, Sicily
    3 hours (271km) by car from Syracuse

    Walk through the impressive Valley of the Temples, an impressive archaeological park featuring ancient Greek ruins, including the Temple of Concordia and the Temple of Juno.

  9. Day 9: Trapani, Sicily
    2.5 hours (144km) by car from Agrigento

    Explore the picturesque medieval town of Erice and the iconic salt pans of Trapani. Visit the stunning Egadi islands, and try some of the best seafood in western Sicily.

  10. Day 10: Palermo, Sicily
    1 hour (99km) by car from Trapani

    End your trip with an exclusive tour of Villa San Guiliano, an Art-Nouveau palace, and gardens, followed by luxury shopping in the upmarket Via Libertà district.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Porto Cervo Yacht Club (1 day, 50 EUR)
  • Nuraghe Palmavera site (2 hours, 20 EUR)
  • Palazzo dei Normanni (2 hours, 12 EUR)
  • Greek Theatre in Taormina (2 hours, 25 EUR)
  • Gambino vineyards and cellars (3 hours, 70 EUR)
  • Valley of the Temples (2 hours, 25 EUR)
  • Erice medieval town (1 day, 50 EUR)
  • Villa San Guiliano exclusive tour (2 hours, 150 EUR)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 402 EUR

Useful Tips

Sardinia and Sicily offer endless opportunities for luxury travel, from exclusive shopping in high-end boutiques to food and wine tours and panoramic helicopter sightseeing flights. If you have more time, consider relaxing in the exclusive resorts of Sardinia's Emerald Coast or the Aeolian islands off the Sicilian coast. If you have less time, you can combine some of the destinations or consider taking a tour operator to plan your trip and make the most of your time in the region.

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