Ancient Sardinia – Olbia Archaeological Tour + Pick-up Hotel

4.9
(7 reviews)
Olbia, Italy

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 5 more

Discover ancient Sardinia with a fascinating archaeological tour that will take you through the most iconic and mysterious places of Gallura, from the Nuragic period to the Roman age.
You will travel in our air-conditioned minivans, in total relaxation, while an informative audio guide will accompany you step by step, telling you stories and curiosities about the sites that have marked millennia of Sardinian civilization.
During the tour you will visit the Basilica of San Simplicio, the Sacred Well of Sa Testa, the impressive Tomb of the Giants, the Castle of Pedres and the ancient Roman Aqueduct — an itinerary that combines spirituality, mystery and archaeology in an authentic experience.
With a pick-up service directly DA your hotel, port or convenient meeting point, you can enjoy the tour without stress and with maximum flexibility.
Perfect for those who love history, culture and archaeology, this journey through time will allow you to discover the oldest and most fascinating soul of Sardinia.

What's Included

Pick-up in Hotel
Clear audio system with speakers for optimal audio guidance listening.
Customizable routes outside the standard itinerary

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Participants will be picked up directly from the main entrance of their hotel or apartment. It is recommended to be ready at the scheduled pick-up time and to wait outside the facility. The vehicle is easily recognizable thanks to the side writings “Smeralda 360”. The driver, for operational reasons, can wait only a few minutes.

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Meeting point

For those who do not use the pick-up service, the meeting point is at the parking lot of Molo Brin in Olbia, located in the area reserved for buses. The vehicle will be easily recognizable thanks to the side writings “Smeralda 360”.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Discover the Basilica of San Simplicio, the oldest and most important religious building in Gallura, dating back to the 11th century. An authentic masterpiece of Sardinian Romanesque and spiritual symbol of the city.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    Admire Roman ingenuity by visiting the ancient aqueduct, built between the first and second centuries AD.C. An extraordinary work that served to supply the ancient Olbia with water. Next to the aqueduct, a large settling tank was built, carved completely into the stone and equipped with six holes for ventilation. On the sides of the cistern there are two other smaller tanks and a water inlet and outlet well. On the arches you can still see the water transport channels. It is the best preserved archaeological site of the Roman age in Sardinia.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    A unique nuragic funerary monument, immersed in the Gallura countryside. Here you will discover the rites and legends of the Nuragic people, between history and mystery.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Built in the Middle Ages on a panoramic hill, the Castle of Pedres dominates the plain of Olbia. It offers spectacular views and a dip in the medieval history of Sardinia.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    A fascinating place linked to the cult of water, dating back to the Nuragic age. The architecture of the well testifies to the deep spirituality and advanced engineering of the ancient Sardinian people.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Ape Romantic Tour

Tags

Bus Tours
Audio Guides
Ports of Call Tours
City Tours
Archaeology Tours
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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