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Cagliari: Bronze Age Mysticism & Oristano Private Tour

Sardinia, Italy

7 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Uncover 3,500 years of history on a private tour from Cagliari. Discover the Bronze Age Santa Cristina water temple, medieval Oristano, and the Romanesque Santa Giusta Basilica.
Embark on a captivating full-day private journey from Cagliari that bridges 3,500 years of Sardinian history, seamlessly blending the mystical Bronze Age with the island's rich Christian heritage.
Your day begins with a comfortable drive to the village of Paulilatino, where you will step inside the historic Atzori Palace. Here, immersive galleries serve as your introduction to the island's ancient soul, guiding you through the fascinating practices and sacred places associated with the Nuragic cult of water.
Before heading back to Cagliari, you will make one final stop at the Santa Giusta Basilica. Built in the 12th century, it stands as a pristine masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, perfectly capping off a day dedicated to the enduring faith, legends, and monumental builders of Sardinia.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private Tour
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Language guide not specified
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Viale Chia
33, 09010 Domus de Maria SU, Italy

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Cagliari (pass by)

You will travel to Paulilatino from Cagliari, the trip takes about 1,30 hours.
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Museo Archeologico Etnografico Palazzo Atzori

An imposing building in the heart of Paulilatino now preserves the memory of the local area, housing both the ethnographic section dedicated to rural and pastoral life and the new archaeological section, which tells the story of the community’s most ancient origins.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Pozzo Santa Cristina

The well temple of Santa Cristina (XII century b.C.) is one of the most important exemples of religious and building evidence of the Nuragic period. It consists of a Dromos (vestibule) and a stone staircase which leads to an hypogeic "tholos" room. The temple is surrounded by a perimetral wall (themenos). Inside this area of the Sacred Well, where a local guide will lead us to visit the well temple, and also the Christian Village where the small Medieval rural church of Santa Cristina, built by the Camaldolese Monks, is located. About 50 mt. far from the church, along a path, we will get to the beautiful Nuraghe of Santa Cristina (XVI century b.C.), a simple circular Nuragic stone tower.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Oristano

Your local guide will be keen to make the tour as personal as possible. He will assist you with his expertise and recall interesting anecdotes for you before driving you back to your hotel.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Due to availability, please be aware that for groups of more than 8 participants vehicles used in the excursions may be different from description and vary at the management's discretion.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cagliari: Bronze Age Mysticism & Oristano Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private Tour
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan or vehicle
  • Professional guide in english, french, italian and portuguese
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Language guide not specified

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Due to availability, please be aware that for groups of more than 8 participants vehicles used in the excursions may be different from description and vary at the management's discretion.

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