Ancient Tortolì at Sunset

Historical and Cultural Tour at Sunset

 

The area of Tortolì boasts a history that begins, at least for what concerns the evidence available to us, over 6000 years ago when granite represented the material which, capable of guaranteeing a very long duration in time, was used to create artifacts that had a fundamental importance for the life of that time, especially with a view to prayer, sacrifices and cult of the dead. The evidence of those old times is scattered throughout our territory, sometimes hidden and sometimes clearly visible but all capable of telling many stories from a distant past. This territory with a glorious past has now also become the place of modern tourism, in a contrast that sometimes cannot be grasped.

This walk takes place between the countryside and the beaches to discover the evidence of the ancient history of Tortolì. We will visit the Menhirs of Perda Longa – here called “is perdas fittas” – the Domus de Janas and the rock engravings in granite. We will walk along the shoreline (on the beach and granite rocks) and then we will take a break to enjoy the sunset. 

 

 

 

 

Departure and arrival:

The Church of San Salvatore – Tortolì
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It is also possible to arrange an alternative meeting point.

Hours and details:

Timing: 17:30 – 21:00
Path length: 6.5 km
Total walk: about 2.5 hours
Gradient: +/- 70 m
Difficulty: T – easy (suitable for everyone)

What will you need:

Comfortable clothing, closed shoes (trainers or hiking shoes), a small towel, snack and water.

Guide:

This hike is led by Gianfranco Comida, registered as a professional Hiking and Nature interpreting Guide with the Region of Sardinia (n. 799) and with the AIGAE national register (SA496). The guide is covered by third party liability but each participant is responsible for their own insurance cover, which is normally included in their travel insurance.

How to Book:

This tour runs every Wednesday and Sunday or on other days upon request, subject to availability. Contact us for more details and prices.

Contact us to book your place and for information about payment via telephone, Whatsapp or email.


Other weekly excursions:

 

Tracks of the Tacchi of Ogliastra

Every Monday

08:30-13:30

Discover the Land of the Centenarians

Every Wednesday

08:30-13:00

The Shepherds’ Track

Every Friday

08:30-13:00

Ancient Tortolì at Sunset

Every Wednesday and Sunday

17:30-21:00

 

Tour of Tortolì-Arbatax

Upon request

17:45-20:00

 

Tour of Ogliastra

Upon request

15:00-20:00

Gorropu Canyon

Upon request

08:30-18:30

Sunday excursions

Different every week

From 08.30

 

Private excursions

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