Sardinia

With its crystal clear waters and beautiful sandy beaches, Sardinia is one of the most sought after destinations for Italian sun seekers, but it’s got plenty to offer the adventurous cyclist as well.

You can go from Mediterranean glamour to crumbling old villages in the same ride and delve deep into the sparsely populated mountains to see a side of Sardinia that few visitors know exists.

There’s a breathtaking diversity to the terrain on the island, from stunning coastal roads that run alongside its 1840km of shoreline, to the dramatic, craggy, and rustic interior of the island, parts of which look unchanged in generations.

For this very special La Corsa trip, we’ll set off from Santa Teresa Gallura, a small town on the Strait of Bonifacio at the very northern tip of Sardinia before heading down south along the western coastline, with plenty of detours to explore the island’s wonderful inland climbs.