Excursion Trekking punta giglio & picnic tour at Alghero

Cruise line: Silversea
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Discover the beauty of Punta Giglio within the incredible biosphere of Porto Conte National Park and taste delicious locally-sourced products on this half-day excursion that includes a three-hour trek in this beautiful and rugged Mediterranean landscape.

Drive 30 minutes to Porto Conte National Park and begin your trek to Punta Giglio, a scenic headland which closes off the Bay of Porte Conte to the east. Explore this unspoiled place within the Mediterranean forest, rich with agaves, prickly pear bushes, with natural caves and a few coves of crystal-clear water.

Witness the spectacular views at the edge of sheer limestone cliffs at Punta Giglio. Sculpted into the rocks here, you can also see one of the largest World War II military settlements in the Alghero vicinity, with the remains of bunkers, tunnels and barracks. Enjoy the view from here of the entire bay of Porte Conte and the headland of Capo Caccia from a unique position. Spanish watchtowers dot the coastline and in the distance of the bays of Porticciolo and Porto Ferro.

Before heading back to port to enjoy a delightful picnic in the park and have the chance to taste local specialties made with farm-to-table ingredients from the park itself.

Make the 30-minute return drive to the ship.

Please note: This tour involves a significant amount of walking (approximately 5 miles) over uneven surfaces and natural terrain, as well as some steep parts during the trails. This tour also requires the balance and fitness to step over exposed roots. Due to these conditions, the tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility nor for those who utilize walkers or a wheelchair. Minimum age to participate is 14 years old. Guests are recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes, with long pants. Guests should expect significant sun exposure and wear a hat. Space on this tour is limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Porto Conte National Park, Punta Giglio, Capo Caccia

Note

This tour involves an extensive amount of walking over surfaces that can be bumpy and uneven in spots, and is not recommended for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. We recommend you wear light weight clothing and flat walking shoes. Bring a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses. Minimum age to participate is 6 years old.