The Unesco site of Barumini and the Giara of Gesturi

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7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

A proper immersion in the Sardinian countryside and its richness, combining the chance to discover one of the most fascinating and mysterious prehistoric civilizations and the opportunity to discover fascinating nature and one of the most interesting wild horse communities in Europe.

During the tour you will visit the only Unesco site on the island, walk through its towers, accompanied by a tour guide who will tell you about this still largely unknown civilization.

You will also walk inside the Museum of Casa Zapata and see part of their tools and discover a bit more about their religion and their habits.

Then, you will have the chance to walk on the plateau of the Giara of Gesturi and try to spot the famous wild horses, while taking amazing pictures of the Mediterranean Scrub!

During the tour you will have free time to have lunch in town.
The tour is not suitable for people with physical disabilities or wheelchair users.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Licensed tour guide
Tickets for the Unesco site of Barumini and the Museum of Casa Zapata
Lunch
Soda/Pop

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of the store "Cagliari 1920"

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • Villamar (Pass by)

    On the way, gaze at the murals of Villamar, which colour this small rural centre on the road to Barumini. Here, in the 1970s, Chilean exiles and local artists created murals depicting scenes of rural life from the island's inland.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Su Nuraxi

    A visit to one of the largest existing nuraghes, chosen by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site because of the complexity of its structure. Here we will be able to enter inside the nuraghe, walk among its towers and admire the magnificence of the structure, built with local basalt stone more than 3,000 years ago.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    A visit to Casa Zapata, rich manor house of the Zapatas, built in the late 16th century. In this mansion, now converted into a museum, are the most important findings of the archaeological site of Barumini, along with a surprise that will welcome us right at the entrance.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    A short walk on the basaltic plateau of the Giara of Gesturi, surrounded by the plants of the Mediterranean scrub, in search of the famous wild horses

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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