Olbia : Tuk-Tuk Tour – Ancient Treasures of Sardinia + pickup

Olbia, a city with ancient roots, bears witness to the Nuragic, Phoenician and Roman civilizations. Ape Romantic Tour offers an archaeological excursion to the historical sites that have made Sardinia famous in the world. On board Tuk-Tuk , you will explore monuments such as the Basilica of San Simplicio, an example of Romanesque architecture. You will visit the Roman Aqueduct, symbol of Roman engineering, and the Roman Cistern, which reflects the management of water resources in antiquity. Discover the Sacred Well "Sa Testa", dating back to the Nuragic era, and the Castle of Pedres, a medieval fortress offering spectacular views. You will conclude the tour with the Tombs of the Giants "Su Mont'e e S'Abe", an important testimony of Nuragic culture. A unique experience to discover the rich history of Olbia and Sardinia, ideal for those who love local history and culture.

1. 1

   Diocesan Musium System Of The Diocese Of Tempio - Ampurias

   10 min

   The Basilica of San Simplicio, in Olbia, is the most important and ancient religious monument in northeastern Sardinia and a testimony to the spread of Christianity on the island. Cathedral until 1839, parish church since 1955, it was given the title of minor basilica, in 1993, by Pope John Paul II. It is dedicated to St. Simplicio, protobishop of the city and martyr under Emperor Diocletian.

2. 2

   Pozzo Sacro Sa Testa

   15 min

   One of the most characteristic monuments of the Nuragic civilization in Gallura, in the northeastern part of Sardinia: a sacred well where the rituals of the cult of water were held

3. 3

   Acquedotto Romano

   15 min

   The aqueduct of Olbia was built by the Romans between the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. C., to collect water from the springs of Mount Cabu Abas. Next to the aqueduct, a large settling tank was built, carved completely into the stone and equipped with six holes for ventilation. On the sides of the cistern there are two other smaller tanks and a water inlet and outlet well. On the arches you can still see the water transport channels. It is the best preserved archaeological site of the Roman age in Sardinia.

4. 4

   Tomba dei Giganti Su Monte 'e S'Abe

   10 min

   Near Olbia and the northeastern coast of Sardinia, stands a prehistoric monument of over 4,000 years ago, which evokes the head of a bull, a nuragic deity

5. 5

   Castello di Pedres

   25 min

   The Castle stands on a fortress of 89 meters and characterizes the entire southern part of the Olbian basin. Its origin dates back to 1296 and 1322, during the period of Pisan-Aragonese domination during the rise of the Visconti family.

6. 6

   Necropoli di San Simplicio

   Pass by

   Necropolis located under the Basilica of San Simplicio

7. 7

   Museo Archeologico Di Olbia

   Pass by

   Archaeological Museum

8. 8

   Corso Umberto I

   Pass by

   The main street of the historic city centre

9. 9

   Parco Fausto Noce

   Pass by

   Fausto Noce Park is the green lung of the city. With eighteen hectares of greenery, in 2005 it was named as the second best green project in Italy.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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