Why Visit Corsica?

Twin Centre Holidays with Sardinia

Discover Sardinia

For 2008, we are pleased to offer Twin Centre holidays with Northern Sardinia to complement our Southern Corsica programme.

The second largest island in the Mediterranean and just a hop of 11km across the Bonifacio Straits, the beautiful island of Sardinia has many faces. With over 1800 kilometres of coastline and its situation equidistant between Italy and Tunisia, Sardinia is in the heart of the Mediterranean and has flavours to match.

From the glamour of the Costa Smeralda to the beauty of the mountainous interior, it is a popular destination for both those who love water sports and beach life as well of those who are looking to explore the mountainous interior.

Sardinia, like Corsica, is not only known for its unspoilt natural beauty and geographical position but also for its history, with Neolithic sites as well as the traces of the many invaders that have marked the islands history.

There has been more tourist development than Corsica, but still the island remains relatively unspoilt, although in July and August the islands population swells and the island becomes the focal point of a 'holiday frenzy'.

Northern Sardinia

Often overlooked in favour of the more widely-known coastline, this area of the Gallura region is a land of wild, dense green maquis interspersed with wind blown rocks. With some of the best beaches on the island and inland countryside of rolling green countryside, grazing sheep and small hilltop towns which time seems to have passed by.

Alghero, a popular resort where the Catalan influences of its occupation in the 15th Century are still much in evidence - so much so that it is affectionately known as 'Barcelonetta' and even the road names are at times in Catalan.

Costa Smeralda & Beyond

In the 1960s, the Costa Smeralda became the most fashionable Mediterranean holiday destination for the rich and famous, lured by its white sandy beaches, clear emerald waters and luxurious hotels. Today the area's exclusive reputation remains as strong as ever. The obvious attraction is the pristine beaches but if you venture away from the coast you will be rewarded with a variety of historical sites and local villages, offering a glimpse of Sardinian culture.

How it works

After arriving in Figari and collecting your car, drive to the magnificent port of Bonifacio, perhaps for a spot of lunch. From here you can catch the car-ferry to Santa Théresa di Gallura, a journey of under an hour. We have selected a range of hotels in Northern Sardinia, either by the beach or inland, for you to sample Sardinian life, before returning to Corsica either later the week to continue touring or for a second week in self -catering or hotel accommodation. As Sardinia attracts the crowds in July and August, this programme is only available outside of these months.

Club Hotel Ancora 3* - Stintino - Sardinia

A comfortable hotel located near the famous and stunning Stintino beach

Call 0845 330 2059 To Book

Hotel Le Ginestre 4* - Porto Cervo - Sardinia

Ideally located on the magnificent "Costa Smeralda", Hotel Le Ginestre has much to offer

Call 0845 330 2059 To Book

Hotel Su Lithu 4* - Bitti - Sardinia

A character hotel located in the heart of Sardinia

Call 0845 330 2059 To Book

Contact reservations on 0845 330 2059 for more information »

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