About this tour
Explore Is Cannoneris, a pristine woodland reserve near Cagliari featuring Europe's most impressive holm oak forest at 900 metres altitude. This 4–5 hour private Jeep and walking tour takes you away from city crowds through Sardinia's forested interior. Optional add-on includes visiting a working shepherd to watch traditional pecorino cheese-making, vineyard strolls, and a feast of roasted suckling pig paired with local wine.
Highlights
- Ancient holm oak forest, highest in Europe
- Private Jeep access into protected nature reserve
- Watch shepherd craft Sardinian cheese by hand
- Walk vineyard rows, taste local wines
- Picnic lunch with regional specialities included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Chia area
- Professional local guide throughout
What to expect
You'll be collected from your hotel and driven by Jeep into the Is Cannoneris reserve, navigating into a landscape dominated by towering holm oaks. The guided walk reveals the forest's ecology and Sardinian heritage. If you've booked the cheese experience, you'll spend time with a working shepherd observing the full milk-to-curds process—hearing the calls that gather sheep, watching milk warm in traditional vessels, then tasting the finished cheese. A vineyard walk precedes your picnic of roasted suckling pig, local cheeses, and wines. The pace is leisurely but involves genuine walking; bring sturdy shoes.
Good to know
Not suitable if you have cardiovascular or spinal issues. The tour runs regardless of rain. Dietary requirements (vegetarian, allergies) must be noted when booking. Hotel pickup applies only to Chia accommodation. Gratuities are separate. Children need adult supervision; infant seats available.
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