Blue Zone Extension (Sardinia), Italy - 3 days

Beyond its captivating landscapes, Sardinia is celebrated as one of the world’s five “Blue Zones,” where residents enjoy remarkably long and healthy lives. Delve into the secrets of Sardinia’s Blue Zone, nestled in the mountains of the Nuoro province, where traditional lifestyles, close-knit family bonds, laughter, and moderate exercise contribute to exceptional longevity.

We recommend this itinerary as an extension to our comprehensive Sardinian Regional Discovery itinerary.

Highlights and Inclusions

  • Stay 2 nights at the Su Gologone Experience Hotel 4-star or similar.
  • Private Guided Tour to Sardinia’s Blue Zone including a meeting with a local Centurian.
  • Visit to an artisanal workshop where the Masks of the Ancient Mamuthones are produced.
  • Wine tasting lunch in a local winery.
  • Vsit Orgosolo for a guided tour of the graffiti art.
  • Leisure time in San Pantaleo to explore the hamlet known as “the village of artists”.
  • Deluxe VIP transfers.

Upcoming Departures

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Day: 1 Orgosolo - Oliena

Enjoy a VIP private transfer to your mountain retreat with a stop en route in Orgosolo. Discover the town’s captivating history on a guided tour of the graffiti, which depicts past and present historical and political expressions of the Sardinian locals. In the evening, enjoy your leisure time in the art-filled environment of your hotel, that showcases the work of local artisans.

Overnight: Italy, Sardinia (Oliena) - Hotel Su Gologone Rating 
 4   or similar

Day: 2 Oliena - Nuoro

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Embark on a full day excursion to Sardinia’s Blue Zone in the Nuoro region of the island. On your guided tour of the region you will meet with the locals and learn about the cultural characteristics that have been identified as contributing factors to the longevity of the world’s longest living individuals. Visit the artisanal workshop where the Masks of the Ancient Mamuthones are produced, before enjoying a wine tasting and lunch at a local winery. The evening is yours to relax and perhaps enjoy a local culinary experience at the on-site restaurant.

Overnight: Italy, Sardinia (Oliena) - Hotel Su Gologone Rating 
 4   or similar

Day: 3 Oliena - San Pantaleo

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As you continue your Sardinian discovery, return via San Pantaleo, where you will have leisure time to explore the hamlet known as “the village of artists”.

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