Enjoy the visit to one of the most fascinating archaeological sites on the island and one of the best examples of Roman ruins in Sardinia. In Nora you will walk through the ruins of amazing buildings of the Roman times, such as the different thermal baths and the beautiful theatre, while admiring the breathtaking scenery around the site and the Mediterranean sea at its best. On the way back to Cagliari you will have the chance to spot pink flamingos in the area of Santa Gilla and have a panoramic drive of the city of Cagliari.

There is a place in Sardinia where you can stand in a Roman theater and look out over the sea once crossed by Phoenician sailors, where the past feels surprisingly close. This is Nora. Travel in a small group with an expert English-speaking guide from Cagliari. Before you arrive, you'll pass the Santa Gilla Lagoon, where wild pink flamingos gather throughout the year. You'll stop at the church of Sant'Efisio, an 11th-century chapel dedicated to Sardinia's most beloved saint, and hear about the famous procession held in Cagliari every May 1st. Then comes Nora. Founded by the Phoenicians, developed by the Carthaginians, and transformed by the Romans, Nora was inhabited for centuries before the sea reclaimed its lower quarters. What remains: a theater overlooking the water, thermal baths, mosaics, temples, and streets — set against turquoise sea and golden sand. Good to know Walking level: Moderate (mostly flat, slow pace, with regular stops)

The ancient city of Nora is one of the most important archaeological sites on the island. Its particular location on the coast facilitated the settlement of the Phoenicians in the VIII century BC and after of the Carthaginians, but it was in Roman times that Nora experienced its heyday becoming the first capital of Sardinia. We will discover together the old neighborhoods, the luxurious villas decorated with mosaics, the baths, the temples, the ancient cobbled streets and the splendid theater. Not only archaeology, but also relax! The entire area is surrounded by a breathtaking landscape, perfect setting for taking amazing photos, which will be part of your memories, with the Tower of Coltellazzo standing in the background and a golden beach that leads us to the church of Sant’Efisio, one of the most beloved saints by Sardinian people to whom is dedicated one of the longest procession in Europe which takes place at the beginning of May.

Excursion through the ancient Roman ruins of the first Sardinian Phoenician City: Nora. The theatre, the thermal baths, the patrician villas, the marketplace and the tower recall a glorious and never forgotten past. Among the extraordinary streets, it will be possible to discover the urban and artistic techniques used by the ancient Mediterranean population. History is alive and in abundance on the island of Sardinia. This tour is your opportunity to visit some of what remains of a civilization that is approximately 3,000 years old! Enjoy a guided visit tour to Nora and the hidden gem town of Pula.

Make the most of your stop in Cagliari and disembark your cruise ship for an exciting private shore excursion. History is alive and in abundance on the island of Sardinia. This is your opportunity to visit some of what remains of a civilization that is approximately 3,000 years old! Enjoy an exclusive guided visit to the Phoenician city of Nora and the hidden gem town of Pula.

Enjoy a private 4-hour excursion to discover South Sardinia with your private driver and guide. Depart from Cagliari and travel to Nora to discover the archeological ruins, then head back to Cagliari to discover some notable sights of the city. Discover thousands of years of history and see beautiful natural landscapes on this excursion. Tour includes pickup and drop-off from the cruise port or your hotel, and is limited to a maximum of 8 people.