A panoramic drive along the coastline to the east leads from Cagliari to the town of VILLASIMIUS, a former fishing village, with marina, golf course, offers a charming fusion of picturesque beaches, nightlife and historical culture. The old town offers many pubs, shops and restaurants, and whilst strolling through the narrow roads, you can find small workshops offering beautiful local products. Punta Molentis, Spiaggia Simius, Campulongu, SaRuxi, Spiaggia Del Riso and Cala Giunco are only some of the paradisiacal beaches in the area. Nearby beaches include Cala Pira, Costa Rei, Cala Sinzias and Scoglio di Pepino.


TASTING SARDINIA - CULINARY WONDERS

Whether you visit simple and authentic countryside trattoria or glamorous restaurants, you can indulge in delicious dishes anywhere throughout the island, boasting a rich culinary history The most popular dish is roast suckling pig, cooked over an open fire, as well as mutton and boar meat dishes. The island’s local tradition of shepherds will satisfy any cheese-lover’s desire, offering a great variety of pecorino and ricotta cheeses. Pane Carasau also called ‘carta di musica’, crispy thin flat bread sprinkled with sea salt, olive oil and rosemary, generally accompanies any dish or meal. The traditional Seadas, a fried puff pastry filled with fresh cheese and sprinkled with honey, completes any meal. Each area of the island has its own excellent wine production, local dry white wines to accompany fish and seafood dishes, as well as strong, full bodied red wines for roast meat dishes.