Food and wine Tour in Orosei – Sardinia

Discover the authentic soul of Sardinia on this easy half-day 4×4 excursion from Orosei. Crossing the landscapes of the Baronia region, you will explore wetlands teeming with birdlife, stand beside a 3,000-year-old Nuragic tower and end the morning with a Cannonau wine tasting in the vineyard where it was grown. This is Sardinia beyond the beaches — rural, ancient and deeply flavourful.

• 4×4 journey through the Baronia countryside and the wetlands of Su Barone
• Visit the Nuraghe Gulunie — a Nuragic stone tower above the Cedrino valley
• Wine tasting of Cannonau at a family vineyard in the Baronia countryside
• Traditional Sardinian products: local cheeses, cured meats and seasonal specialties
• Small groups, licensed guide, comfortable 4×4 transport included
• Easy level — suitable for all ages and fitness levels

The tour begins with a comfortable 4×4 drive through the countryside surrounding Orosei, crossing the natural landscapes of the Baronia region on the eastern coast of Sardinia. You will pass through the wetlands of Su Barone — an important habitat for migratory birds and Mediterranean vegetation — before continuing into the hills. These landscapes offer a completely different perspective of Sardinia: far from the crowded beaches, close to the authentic rural life of the island.

The first stop of the tour is the Nuraghe Gulunie, an ancient Nuragic stone tower set in a panoramic position above the Cedrino river valley. Built by the Nuragic civilisation between the 18th and 15th centuries BC, this archaeological site offers a window into one of the most fascinating chapters of Sardinian prehistory. From this vantage point, the views across the valley and surrounding countryside are among the finest in the Baronia.

After exploring the landscape and the Nuraghe, the tour continues to a family vineyard in the Baronia countryside for a Cannonau wine tasting — one of the most celebrated Sardinian wines and a symbol of the island’s winemaking tradition. The tasting is accompanied by a curated selection of traditional Sardinian products: local cheeses, cured meats and seasonal specialties that reflect the flavours of the Baronia.

• Duration: Half day — approx. 4 hours
• Departure: Orosei 9 am
• Transport: 4×4 vehicle, included in price
• Difficulty: Easy — suitable for all ages and fitness levels
• Children: Yes, from age 5
• Price: 60€ (50€ children)
• Best season: Spring, summer and autumn
• Includes: 4×4 transport, licensed guide, wine tasting, traditional products
• Not includes: Lunch
• Kit list: Comfortable shoes, light clothing, sunscreen, hat

This is an easy excursion, suitable for all fitness levels and ages. There is no hiking involved — the tour travels by 4×4 vehicle between stops. It is ideal for travellers who want to experience the Sardinian countryside and culture without physical exertion.

The Nuraghe Gulunie is an ancient stone tower built by the Nuragic civilisation, located in a panoramic position above the Cedrino valley near Orosei. Dating back to between the 18th and 15th centuries BC, it is one of thousands of nuraghi scattered across Sardinia and offers sweeping views over the Baronia countryside.

The tasting focuses on Cannonau di Sardegna, one of the island’s most iconic wines. Cannonau is a full-bodied red grape variety grown across Sardinia for over 3,000 years. The wine is tasted at a local family vineyard where it is produced.

Yes. The easy, vehicle-based format makes it ideal for families. Children enjoy the countryside drive and the archaeological stop at the Nuraghe. The tasting is for adults; non-alcoholic local products are available for younger guests.

The wine tasting is accompanied by a selection of traditional Sardinian products including local cheeses (such as pecorino), cured meats and seasonal specialties. The exact selection varies according to season and the vineyard’s production.

Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant temperatures for the countryside drive and the vineyard visit. Summer tours are equally enjoyable — the dry Sardinian heat suits the landscape well and the shaded tasting area provides welcome relief. The tour runs from spring through to late autumn.

The Orosei Wine & Food Tour focuses on gastronomy and archaeology — its centrepiece is the wine tasting at a local vineyard paired with the Nuraghe Gulunie visit. The Baronia 4×4 Tour is a broader landscape and adventure excursion covering more territory. The two tours complement each other and can be combined on consecutive days.

Contact Sergio Nanni directly by phone, WhatsApp or email. We reply within 24 hours and can arrange
private departures for groups of any size.