On the Tacchi of Ogliastra
by Trenino Verde (Green Train) & Coach from Arbatax to Gairo Taquisara
The journey
Arbatax - Gairo Taquisara route and the
Ogliastra foothills, we will admire the Cannonau vineyards, spectacular
limestone cliffs that stand out among green forests and ghost towns. Unique and
famous places, but always genuine and authentic. An articulated day, which
passes by lightly and offers many ideas and many beautiful memories, you will
travel in renovated carriages restored to their ancient splendour. You will
meet the Guide dedicated to you directly in front of the Little Green Train
parked on the Stazioncina platform, you will cross the flat territories of
Tortolì, the ancient capital of the Marquisate of Quirra; after passing the
Elini station, a few more daring bridges and you will have reached Lanusei at 11.30
Here we
will leave the Little Green Train, and will go towards the terminus and board the GT bus, and will
comfortably cross the mountain area that takes us to Gairo Vecchia (the Old
town), the most famous ghost village in Sardinia. Once again by bus after the
historical and photographic stop we will soon arrive in the green valley of
Taquisara, nestled among the spectacular limestone cliffs of upper Ogliastra.
Here we will have the opportunity to taste (included) some typical products
accompanied by the famous "Cuore di Taquisara" cocktail (alcoholic or
non-alcoholic at your discretion). After the tasting, a 25-minute hike in the
woods will lead us to the exciting exploration of Grotta Taquisara. Those who,
however, prefer to choose to relax and enjoy the valley floor, will be
accompanied to taste the famous Ogliastra culurgiones (typical Sardinian
ravioli) accompanied by a good glass of Cannonau wine, concluding the meal with
the most famous of Sardinian desserts, seadas. In the late afternoon we will
take the bus back to Lanusei station at 4pm, where the Little Green Train
awaits us to take us back to the starting point, on the same tracks as in the
morning but with new perspectives and panoramic views. We will arrive in
Tortolì at 6.00 pm, in Arbatax at 6.30 pm, with the sea gradually becoming more
and more present at the bottom of the valleys. A Unique experience and a day to
remember.
08:45 Meeting with the guide in Arbatax (in front of the Green Train Stop)
09:00 Departure of the train towards Tortolì
09:15 Short train stop in Tortolì to welcome new passengers on board
10.30 Arrival at Lanusei station, with a stop in the characteristic café (optional drink)
10.45 Departure by bus from Lanusei towards Gairo Vecchia
11.15 Arrival in Gairo Vecchia and short visit to the famous "ghost town"
11.30 Departure by bus towards Gairo Taquisara
11.50 Arrival in the Gairo Taquisara valley with:
- Option 1: mini trekking in the woods with a visit to Grotta Taquisara and return to the bottom of the valley with a relaxing stop for typical tastings (roasted culurgiones, angudda e'cibudda, cocci prenas) and "Cuore di Taquisara" cocktail (or soft drink)
- Option 2: arrival at the traditionals restaurant, for the lunch (culurgiones, seadas, breads, water and wine)
- Option 3: free time to relax and eat a packed lunch (brought by you) in the woods and/or to explore the Gairo Taquisara valley in total autonomy;
14:45 Departure by minibus towards Perda Liana, Gennargentu - Lago Bau Muggeris, until completing the circular route to discover the area
16:00 Arrival at Lanusei station and departure by train towards Arbatax
17:00 Arrival at Tortolì station
17:30 Arrival in Arbatax
09:00 Departure of the train towards Tortolì
09:15 Short train stop in Tortolì to welcome new passengers on board
10.30 Arrival at Lanusei station, with a stop in the characteristic café (optional drink)
10.45 Departure by bus from Lanusei towards Gairo Vecchia
11.15 Arrival in Gairo Vecchia and short visit to the famous "ghost town"
11.30 Departure by bus towards Gairo Taquisara
11.50 Arrival in the Gairo Taquisara valley with:
- Option 1: mini trekking in the woods with a visit to Grotta Taquisara and return to the bottom of the valley with a relaxing stop for typical tastings (roasted culurgiones, angudda e'cibudda, cocci prenas) and "Cuore di Taquisara" cocktail (or soft drink)
- Option 2: arrival at the traditionals restaurant, for the lunch (culurgiones, seadas, breads, water and wine)
- Option 3: free time to relax and eat a packed lunch (brought by you) in the woods and/or to explore the Gairo Taquisara valley in total autonomy;
14:45 Departure by minibus towards Perda Liana, Gennargentu - Lago Bau Muggeris, until completing the circular route to discover the area
16:00 Arrival at Lanusei station and departure by train towards Arbatax
17:00 Arrival at Tortolì station
17:30 Arrival in Arbatax
OPTION 1 (cooking class and lunch) OR OPTION 2 (Tauisara Cave and tasting)
69,00 € / person (from 13 years old)
49.00 € / person (from 4 to 12 years old)
Free / person (from 0 to 3 years old), without seat and tasting
OPTION 3 (free time)
49,00 € / person (from 13 years old)
29.00 € / person (from 4 to 12 years old)
Free / person (from 0 to 3 years old), without seat and tasting
69,00 € / person (from 13 years old)
49.00 € / person (from 4 to 12 years old)
Free / person (from 0 to 3 years old), without seat and tasting
OPTION 3 (free time)
49,00 € / person (from 13 years old)
29.00 € / person (from 4 to 12 years old)
Free / person (from 0 to 3 years old), without seat and tasting
- Round-trip train ticket Arbatax-Lanusei
- Bus service with air conditioning for travel to Gairo and return to Lanusei
- IT/EN Tourist Guide service on the train, during stops at stations and during visits to the area
- Choice of option between:
1. excursion and visit to Grotta Taquisara and bar stop (typical tastings and cocktails);
2. lunch (culurgiones and seadas) in a typical restaurant;
3. free time
- Insurance coverage
- Bus service with air conditioning for travel to Gairo and return to Lanusei
- IT/EN Tourist Guide service on the train, during stops at stations and during visits to the area
- Choice of option between:
1. excursion and visit to Grotta Taquisara and bar stop (typical tastings and cocktails);
2. lunch (culurgiones and seadas) in a typical restaurant;
3. free time
- Insurance coverage
In case of the Bar and Taquisara Cave break option, you will taste some tasty ogliastrini snacks accompanied by an alcoholic or non-alcoholic cocktail before visiting the Taquisara Cave
In case of option "Typical Restaurant" you will have the opportunity to taste a menu composed of Culurgiones ogliastrini, Seadas with honey, water and 1/4 of wine of the house
In case of option "Typical Restaurant" you will have the opportunity to taste a menu composed of Culurgiones ogliastrini, Seadas with honey, water and 1/4 of wine of the house
Anything not mentioned in "The Service includes".
Water & snacks
- Comfortable shoes in case of "Typical Restaurant and show cooking" option
- Closed footwear with non-smooth soles in case of "Taquisara cave and tasting" option
Given the total distance on foot and the slippery ground, the "Grotta Taquisara and tasting" option is not accessible to untrained elderly people and/or people with reduced mobility and strollers cannot be used to transport the little ones.
Please note that closed footwear with non-smooth soles is mandatory.
- Comfortable shoes in case of "Typical Restaurant and show cooking" option
- Closed footwear with non-smooth soles in case of "Taquisara cave and tasting" option
Given the total distance on foot and the slippery ground, the "Grotta Taquisara and tasting" option is not accessible to untrained elderly people and/or people with reduced mobility and strollers cannot be used to transport the little ones.
Please note that closed footwear with non-smooth soles is mandatory.
- in the case of the "Typical Restaurant and Cooking class" option
walking distance of +/- 50 m total on flat terrain
- in the case of the "Grotta Taquisara and tasting" option
walking distance of +/- 3 km total with climbs and descents (elevation gain +/- 100 m) on a hiking trail
Given the total distance covered on foot and the slippery surface, it is noted that the "Taquisara Cave and Tasting" option
- it is not accessible to untrained elderly people and/or people with reduced mobility;
- the use of closed footwear with non-smooth soles is compulsory;
- strollers cannot be used for the transport of little ones;
- Dogs are not permitted inside the cave.
walking distance of +/- 50 m total on flat terrain
- in the case of the "Grotta Taquisara and tasting" option
walking distance of +/- 3 km total with climbs and descents (elevation gain +/- 100 m) on a hiking trail
Given the total distance covered on foot and the slippery surface, it is noted that the "Taquisara Cave and Tasting" option
- it is not accessible to untrained elderly people and/or people with reduced mobility;
- the use of closed footwear with non-smooth soles is compulsory;
- strollers cannot be used for the transport of little ones;
- Dogs are not permitted inside the cave.
-No cancellation penalty is applied for cancellations 8 or more days before the departure of the excursion.
-A cancellation penalty equal to 50% is applied for cancellations less than 8 days before the departure of the excursion.
-A cancellation penalty equal to 70% is applied for cancellations less than 3 days before the departure of the excursion.
-A cancellation penalty of 100% is applied for cancellations less than 24 hours from the departure time of the excursion or in case of no show.
-A cancellation penalty equal to 50% is applied for cancellations less than 8 days before the departure of the excursion.
-A cancellation penalty equal to 70% is applied for cancellations less than 3 days before the departure of the excursion.
-A cancellation penalty of 100% is applied for cancellations less than 24 hours from the departure time of the excursion or in case of no show.
08:45 -Arbatax- In front of the Green Train
09:15 Tortolì Station
from April with departures on Wednesday, Sunday and holidays
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