Sheltered by rolling dunes and juniper-covered hills, the southern coast is one of Sardinia’s most beautiful and underrated stretches. Turquoise water laps pale sands, flamingos gather in quiet lagoons and ancient watchtowers rise above the coves.
how long to go for
a long weekend, a week
when to go
may, april, june, july, august, september, october
holidays
Liberation Day, Republic Day, Sa Die De Sa Sardigna
how to get there
Fly into Cagliari Elmas Airport, then drive about 50 minutes southwest to Chia. A car is recommended to reach the beaches and explore the surrounding coast.
how to get around
on foot, by car or taxi
nice to know
Just behind the beaches of Chia, pink flamingos spend their days paddling through the lagoons - proof that Sardinia’s most stylish residents aren’t always the ones on the beach.