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Sardinia Experience
We're in a truly amazing place: here's what to see during your holiday in Sardinia!
Sardinia is a beautiful place, as everyone knows, and Stintino is no exception. It's one of the island's northern gems.
During your stay at Cala Rosa Club Hotel, you'll have the chance to take part in different activities and enjoy even more wonderful moments, which will become wonderful memories to take home with you.
Get a sneak peek and remember: you can book all available excursions directly with us!
During your stay at Cala Rosa Club Hotel, you'll have the chance to take part in different activities and enjoy even more wonderful moments, which will become wonderful memories to take home with you.
Get a sneak peek and remember: you can book all available excursions directly with us!
Excursions to Asinara Island
Asinara Island is now one of Sardinia's most important protected areas: you can get there by boat from the port of Stintino or from our private Yacht Club pier. The area is known for its wild nature, white sandy beaches (the most famous being Cala d'Arena and Cala d'Oliva), and crystal-clear sea.
Possible activities within the Park:
- Guided excursion by trackless train along the island's trails
- Guided off-road excursion for small groups
- Hiking: using special maps and following the guided trails within the Park
- Fishing tourism excursion with authorized local fishermen. Departing from the port of Stintino, we will reach the waters of the marine protected area
- Diving and snorkeling
- Sailing excursions for small groups accompanied by authorized operators
- Bicycle excursions: if you love cycling, you can explore the trails of the entire island on your own bike
Sports
Hiking
Explore the beautiful Nurra region on a picturesque route stretching from Asinara National Park to Porto Conte Regional Park. A variety of itineraries offer the chance to discover this enchanting area, featuring a wide variety of landscapes, from rolling hills to challenging climbs. The routes are easy for everyone and promise breathtaking views!
Sailing school
Thanks to our collaboration with the Isola d'Ercole Nautical Center, we organize truly special stays where you can experience the thrill of the open sea. The sailing school (located at the hotel's private beach marina) offers sailing courses for all ages and abilities, starting from six years old, up to boating license courses for adults, on dinghies and cabin cruisers.
Windsurfing
There's also the chance to ride the waves and give windsurfing a try: experience the thrill of sailing in a truly unusual setting in the Asinara National Park!
Fishing
Fishing enthusiasts can request a group fishing trip, departing from our private beach marina at the Yacht Club.
Deep-sea fishing trips are organized by the Isola d'Ercole Nautical Center with fully equipped boats captained by expert guides, who will take you to waters rich in prized species.
Deep-sea fishing trips are organized by the Isola d'Ercole Nautical Center with fully equipped boats captained by expert guides, who will take you to waters rich in prized species.
Bike
Cycling is a great way to discover Sardinia: if you love pedalling, don't miss the island of Asinara, with its wild vegetation and traces of human activity. Take the amazing route from the Nurra region, stretching from the Asinara National Park to the Porto Conte Regional Park.
The area is marked by wild cliffs overlooking the sea and gentle inland hills.
The area is marked by wild cliffs overlooking the sea and gentle inland hills.
Orienteering
Stintino is an ideal location for orienteering, an amateur sporting event organized periodically to mark the end of the tourist season. It's a truly magical and evocative setting, with athletes running through the streets of the village with a compass and map in hand to find the “lanterns” that mark their passage to the finish line.
Nature
Piscinas
A one-of-a-kind place where the sea meets a “desert” of golden dunes. Piscinas, on Sardinia’s southwestern coast, is famous for its spectacular dunes, reaching 60 meters in height and stretching for kilometers. Here, the silence is broken only by the sound of the waves and the wind. A visit to Piscinas is an unforgettable experience, an immersion in the wildest and purest nature.
Caves
The island’s caves are masterpieces shaped by water and time, offering breathtaking scenery. Among the most famous is Grotta di Nettuno, near Alghero, accessible via the spectacular Escala del Cabirol with its 654 sea-facing steps or by ferry. Inside, stalactites and stalagmites are reflected in the crystal-clear waters of an underground lake.
Also not to be missed are Grotta del Bue Marino, near Cala Gonone, with its naturally lit chambers and ancient Nuragic graffiti, and Grotta di Su Mannau in Fluminimaggiore, one of Sardinia’s oldest caves.
Also not to be missed are Grotta del Bue Marino, near Cala Gonone, with its naturally lit chambers and ancient Nuragic graffiti, and Grotta di Su Mannau in Fluminimaggiore, one of Sardinia’s oldest caves.
Waterfalls
Sardinia's waterfalls are a lovely discovery, nestled in wild landscapes showcasing the lesser-known beauty of the island.
Among the most fascinating is Sa Spendula, in Villacidro, famous for its striking water jumps and celebrated by Gabriele D'Annunzio. The waterfall is easily accessible and surrounded by trails ideal for peaceful walks.
Not far away, the Muru Mannu Waterfalls, the highest on the island, are a sight to behold. They're in the middle of unspoiled nature and can be reached with a short hike, for a totally immersive experience.
The Su Marmuri waterfall, near Ulassai, also enchants visitors with its views and surrounding trails, perfect for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation.
Among the most fascinating is Sa Spendula, in Villacidro, famous for its striking water jumps and celebrated by Gabriele D'Annunzio. The waterfall is easily accessible and surrounded by trails ideal for peaceful walks.
Not far away, the Muru Mannu Waterfalls, the highest on the island, are a sight to behold. They're in the middle of unspoiled nature and can be reached with a short hike, for a totally immersive experience.
The Su Marmuri waterfall, near Ulassai, also enchants visitors with its views and surrounding trails, perfect for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation.
Culture
Alghero
A visit to the city of Alghero should be a must-do when exploring northwestern Sardinia.
The city was conquered by the Aragonese, and distinctly Catalan architectural, cultural, and linguistic features are still preserved today, making it extremely charming.
As you stroll through the town's quaint streets, you can admire the typical Gothic architecture of the private buildings, whilst the 16th-century towers and ramparts built to fortify the port facilities overlook the seafront.
Make sure you visit the Church and Cloister of San Francesco, the Cathedral of Santa Maria and the Church of San Michele, with its dome covered in polychrome ceramics.
The city was conquered by the Aragonese, and distinctly Catalan architectural, cultural, and linguistic features are still preserved today, making it extremely charming.
As you stroll through the town's quaint streets, you can admire the typical Gothic architecture of the private buildings, whilst the 16th-century towers and ramparts built to fortify the port facilities overlook the seafront.
Make sure you visit the Church and Cloister of San Francesco, the Cathedral of Santa Maria and the Church of San Michele, with its dome covered in polychrome ceramics.
Porto Torres
Located in the center of the wide Gulf of Asinara, Porto Torres is a famous Sardinian resort in the province of Sassari. It was a significant Roman colony and still retains all the charm of its past.
The first must-see is the Basilica of San Gavino, a true architectural gem. The Roman Bridge is also a must-see, as is the Monte d'Accoddi Altar, a symbolic monument of the pre-Nuragic civilization. Meanwhile, the Antiquarium Turritano, built in the early 1970s and opened to the public in 1984, is located within the archaeological area of Turris Libisonis, the Roman city upon which the modern city of Porto Torres was built. This colony boasted the only port in northwestern Sardinia that had established direct trade with the ancient port of Ostia.
The first must-see is the Basilica of San Gavino, a true architectural gem. The Roman Bridge is also a must-see, as is the Monte d'Accoddi Altar, a symbolic monument of the pre-Nuragic civilization. Meanwhile, the Antiquarium Turritano, built in the early 1970s and opened to the public in 1984, is located within the archaeological area of Turris Libisonis, the Roman city upon which the modern city of Porto Torres was built. This colony boasted the only port in northwestern Sardinia that had established direct trade with the ancient port of Ostia.
Castelsardo
Castelsardo is a wonderful medieval village in the province of Sassari, one of Sardinia's and Italy's loveliest villages. You'll be charmed by this cute place for its unique vibe, cool artisan shops, and awesome views of the Gulf. Check out the Doria Castle, home to the Mediterranean Weaving Museum, and the awesome Cathedral of Sant'Antonio.
Don't miss the Punta la Capra beach, a true paradise for windsurfing enthusiasts.
Don't miss the Punta la Capra beach, a true paradise for windsurfing enthusiasts.
Bosa
Bosa is a gorgeous town in the province of Oristano, set between rocky hills and green valleys.
It's a quiet place, with cobblestone streets and huge buildings. The town is built on the banks of the Temo River, the only navigable river in Sardinia.
Don't miss the Malaspina Castle and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, true historical and architectural gems!
An interesting, picturesque excursion is the Trenino Verde (Green Train) from Bosa to Macomer, which runs along the Pedras Nieddas (Black Stones) beach.
It's a quiet place, with cobblestone streets and huge buildings. The town is built on the banks of the Temo River, the only navigable river in Sardinia.
Don't miss the Malaspina Castle and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, true historical and architectural gems!
An interesting, picturesque excursion is the Trenino Verde (Green Train) from Bosa to Macomer, which runs along the Pedras Nieddas (Black Stones) beach.
Oristano
Oristano, in western Sardinia, is rich in cultural heritage. Take a walk through the historic center and check out the awesome Mariano II Tower, a local landmark, and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, featuring a mix of architectural styles. Every February, Oristano comes alive with the Sartiglia, a breathtaking medieval equestrian tournament that celebrates chivalric traditions and draws visitors from all over the world.
Tharros
On the Sinis Peninsula, in the municipality of Cabras, lies Tharros, an ancient city that was first Phoenician, then Punic, and finally Roman. It's one of the most important archaeological sites in Sardinia and offers a fascinating journey into the past. Majestic temples dedicated to long-forgotten deities, luxurious thermal baths where ancient inhabitants once relaxed, and paved streets that were once full of life: every stone tells a story thousands of years old.
But Tharros is more than just an open-air museum. It's also a place of extraordinary natural beauty. The archaeological site overlooks crystal-clear waters, with white sandy beaches and seabeds teeming with marine life. Here you can swim, sunbathe, or simply relax while taking in the breathtaking view.
But Tharros is more than just an open-air museum. It's also a place of extraordinary natural beauty. The archaeological site overlooks crystal-clear waters, with white sandy beaches and seabeds teeming with marine life. Here you can swim, sunbathe, or simply relax while taking in the breathtaking view.
Cabras
It's not just the pristine nature that makes this charming village so special, but also its cultural heritage. Cabras houses the Giants of Mont'e Prama, mysterious statues from the Nuragic era, which are one of Europe's most remarkable archaeological finds. The Cabras pond, with its breathtaking landscapes, is a haven for nature lovers, while mullet bottarga is a must-try delicacy for food lovers.
Barumini
Barumini is a charming village in the heart of Sardinia, known worldwide for the archaeological site of Su Nuraxi, a nuragic complex declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Su Nuraxi is the symbol of the Nuragic civilization, an ancient population who lived in Sardinia thousands of years ago. The site features a central tower surrounded by other smaller towers and a group of huts. As you walk past these remains, you'll feel like you've stepped back in time, and you'll be amazed by the ingenuity of a civilization that was able to build such impressive stone structures without using mortar.
Su Nuraxi is the symbol of the Nuragic civilization, an ancient population who lived in Sardinia thousands of years ago. The site features a central tower surrounded by other smaller towers and a group of huts. As you walk past these remains, you'll feel like you've stepped back in time, and you'll be amazed by the ingenuity of a civilization that was able to build such impressive stone structures without using mortar.
Oliena
Oliena, nestled at the foot of Monte Corrasi in the Barbagia region, is a village that embodies the essence of authentic Sardinia. Strolling through its cobbled streets, you'll discover artisan shops crafting filigree jewelry, traditional fabrics, and ceramic objects, all handmade using ancient techniques.
For nature lovers, Oliena is also the ideal starting point for exploring Supramonte, a mountainous area with trails leading to caves, canyons, and crystal-clear springs like those of Su Gologone.
For nature lovers, Oliena is also the ideal starting point for exploring Supramonte, a mountainous area with trails leading to caves, canyons, and crystal-clear springs like those of Su Gologone.