Sardinia is a Mediterranean island rich in history and culture, shaped by Romans, Phoenicians, Aragonese, Saracens and other civilisations. This journey begins in Olbia and explores historic towns including Posada, Orosei, Nuoro, Orgosolo and the capital Cagliari. Highlights include the Grotta Ispinigoli cave with its giant stalagmite, Nuragic artefacts, the scenic Trenino Verde railway, the ghost town of Gairo Vecchio, and the archaeological site of Nora. The route also visits the dunes of Piscinas, the Roman baths of Fordongianus, the historic port city of Alghero, Neptune's Grotto, the baroque city of Sassari, Castelsardo's hilltop fortress, the dramatic rock formations of Capo Testa and the elegant resort of Porto Cervo on the Costa Smeralda. A fascinating tour through one of Italy's most diverse islands.