7 Day Sardinia Bareboat Itinerary
Glamorous coastal cruising
Discover the highlights of the glamorous Costa Smeralda and Maddalena Archipelago on a Sardinian bareboat charter vacation. From our base in Cannigione you’ll catch the famous winds of the Tyrrhenian Sea on a tour of Italy’s most prestigious coastal spots.
Tuck into unique Sardinian cuisine, explore sunny beaches and craggy islets and shop boutique stores in the haunts of the rich and famous.
Highlights
- Glamorous coast
- Sardinian cuisine
- Golf and yacht clubs
- La Maddalena beaches
- Boutique and designer shopping
- Snorkel Tavolara Marine Protected Area
Day 1
Cannigione to Marina dell'Orso, Poltu Quatu
Your first day’s sailing takes you from our base in bustling Cannigione into the Gulf of Arzachena. Sail north before bearing east along the coast, following the contours of the Sardinian coastline until you discover the entrance to the Gulf of Poltu Quatu. This hidden inlet was once used as a hiding place for pirates, but now the only surprise waiting for you at the end of the fjord is the picturesque town of Poltu Quatu.
The day’s sailing
- 1.5 Hr Sailing time
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.
Mooring
Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas
Things to do
Exploring
Facilities
Water, WiFi ,Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Chandlery, Dive Shop, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Electricity, Fuel,Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM
Discover Marina dell’Orso
Suggested lunch spots
The sand, sea and scenery of Baia Sardinia make it a favourite destination among luxury holidaymakers. Halfway between Cannigione and Poltu Quatu, it’s the perfect place to stop for lunch
Day 2
Marina dell'Orso to Porto Cervo
Sail back through the narrow fjord of Poltu Quatu and bear northeast to pass the headland at Capo Ferro. Head south and you’ll soon see one of Sardinia’s most glamorous ports beckoning you in from your starboard side. Porto Cervo is home to the Costa Smeralda yacht club, and the marina is awash with both race yachts and the playthings of the rich and famous. Step ashore for a spot of boutique shopping in the pretty streets of this Sardinian jewel.
The day’s sailing
- 1.5 Hr Sailing time
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.
Day 3
Porto Cervo to Porto Rotondo
Point your bow southeast from Porto Cervo, navigating your way past the tiny islets that poke their heads through the surf northeast of Golfo Pevero. Follow the contours of the coast south towards Porto Rotondo—your next port of call and another of the Costa Smeralda’s brightest jewels. Porto Rotondo offers excellent hiking in the nature trails just beyond the town, while snorkellers and divers will want to visit the lush waters of the Tavolara Marine Protected Area.
The day’s sailing
- 1.5 Hr Sailing time
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.
Mooring
Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas
Things to do
Exploring
Facilities
Water, WiFi ,Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Chandlery, Dive Shop, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM
Discover Porto Rotondo
Ira Beach
Head for picturesque Ira Beach to swim and sunbathe at one of the most beautiful spots on the Costa Smeralda.
Suggested lunch spots
Moor in the emerald waters of Cala di Volpe, or Fox Bay. Here you’ll find a luxury resort community offering a swimming pool, golf course and plenty of bars and restaurants serving tempting lunchtime fare.
Day 4
Porto Rotondo to Porto Palma, Caprera
Retrace your steps and sail north along the beautiful Costa Smeralda. Today you’ll leave Sardinia behind, heading for the scenic Maddalena Archipelago. On Caprera’s southern shores you’ll find a large, natural harbour where you can anchor in the clear sapphire waters. Caprera is beloved of hikers, snorkellers and divers, with spectacular scenery and diverse marine life to discover in the hills and bays of this large, craggy island.
The day’s sailing
- 3 Hr Sailing time
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.
Mooring
Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas
Things to do
Exploring
Facilities
Water, WiFi ,Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Chandlery, Dive Shop, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Electricity, Fuel,Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM
Discover Porto Palma
Cala Napoletana
Quiet, picturesque and with a gentle arc of sand to sunbathe on, Cala Napoletana to the north of the island is a must visit
Suggested lunch spots
Surrounded by spectacular sandstone formations and lapped by the azure Tyrrhenian Sea, Cala Coticcio is an idyllic spot for a leisurely lunch break.
Day 5
Porto Palma to Cala Gavetta, La Maddalena
From the rugged natural beauty of Caprera, a short cruise to the west will take you to the sleepy and no less picturesque town of La Maddalena. Moor in the Cala Gavetta Marina to explore the warren of streets beyond and dine in local restaurants serving coastal Sardinian specialities. Hike up to the Guardia Vecchia viewpoint behind the town for panoramic views of the glittering Strait of Bonifacio.
The day’s sailing
- 2 Hr Sailing time
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.
Mooring
Anchoring option
Things to do
Exploring
Facilities
None
Discover Cala Gavetta
Isola Giardinelli
Visit the beautiful Isola Giardinelli on La Maddalena’s east coast. This picturesque, craggy spot is great for a ramble and a spot of sunbathing.
Suggested lunch spots
Cala Corlotto to the west of La Maddalena is a breathtaking spot, so anchor here to swim and sunbathe amidst the beautiful Sardinian scenery.
Day 6
Cala Gavetta to Cala Corsara, Spargi
Let your keel cut through the shimmering Tyrrhenian Sea as you carve a gentle arc northwest from Cala Gavetta. You’ll see the low green hump of Spargi emerging from the ocean in the near distance. Head for the island’s southern coast and the glassy bay of Cala Corsara. This picture-postcard spot is perfect for swimming, snorkelling and sunbathing in the near uninhabited splendour of this craggy Tyrrhenian jewel.
The day’s sailing
- 3 Hr Sailing time
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.
Mooring
Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas
Things to do
Exploring
Facilities
Water, WiFi ,Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Chandlery, Dive Shop, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Electricity, Fuel,Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM
Day 7
Cala Corsara to Cannigione
On the final day of your Sardinian yacht charter adventure you’ll make the short journey from Spargi back to our base in Cannigione. Sail southeast between the Sardinian coast and the scattered islands of the Maddalena Archipelago, making for the unmistakeable mouth of the Gulf of Arzachena. It isn’t a long journey back to the marina so take the time to explore this beautiful part of the world, calling at the bays and beaches on the western shores of La Maddalena or stopping off at sleepy Isola Santo Stefano.
The day’s sailing
- 2 Hr Sailing time
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.
Mooring
Anchoring option
Things to do
Exploring
Facilities
Restaurants
Discover Cannigione
Suggested lunch spots
The beach at Cala Francese is quiet, small and incredibly picturesque. Stop here for your final lunch break and watch the rock climbers scale the nearby cliffs and rock formations
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