Sardinia is special - the KimKim team with it's extensive knowledge and expansive team of knowledgable people made the visit even better.
Italy | Dec 27 - Jan 4, 2024

Shannon
Shannon S.
Pinellas Park, FL | Reviewed on Jan 06, 2024

We've traveled many places around the US and the world and have never been to a place, like Sardinia that was more welcoming. The people were kind, helpful, generous and fun!

The travel team set up everything from the car... to hotels... to private tours. And someone was always available 24/7 when we had needs or even just questions. It made life so much easier.

Hotel Reviews
Palazzo Doglio
Cagliari

The hotel itself was gorgeous! It was surround by a beautiful courtyard with 5 nice restaurants. Every member of the staff was kind and helpful. The snacks and drinks in the "American Bar" were super.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We arrived quickly from the hotel and were able to unload our bags right at the entrance and the park underneath the hotel. Easy!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms are large with small balconies that have a great view. The bed and linens are superb and the oversized soaking bathtub was unexpected, but well-loved.
Hotel Carlos V
Alghero
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Albergo Diffuso Corte Fiorita
Bosa
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Guided Tour of Nora
Guided Tour of Nora
Cagliari

The guide was so knowledgable - very patient with all of our questions - and flexilble to adjust the tour to our desires. We learned so much!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We loved having our own vehicle, but had to get used to finding locations that are not always simple to get to.
Private Food Tour in Cagliari
Private Food Tour in Cagliari
Cagliari

The guide (Rafa) was so kind and so much fun! Sheknew the area and all of the history of the buildings, etc. She communicated well with us (in English) and with the restaraunt staff at each location. She had already made plans for meals and accompanying drinks in advance. This was a super way to see parts of the city at night, while enjoying the people and food/drink.

Quality of Experience
Winery and Cellars Visit & Wine Tasting
Winery and Cellars Visit & Wine Tasting
Italy

We LOVED this tour. The scenery was beautiful. The drive to get their was gorgeous. Plus, add sheep being herded right before us... geese running a squawking along the way... Our host was a real delight, but the specialties of this particulare winery (including the clay pots) are exceptional. Don't skip this because you've done a wine tour before. We had as well - and this was special.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was sweet, smart, well-spoken and actually very excited to share the history of this vineyard and winery, as well as the history of wine-making in general.
Private Guided Tour of Cagliari
Private Guided Tour of Cagliari
Cagliari

Once again, our guide Rafa has more knowledge than we had taken in from books or Google. She was excited and willing to do everything and answer any questions. We never felt rushed, but spent a lot of time with our mouths open in awe of the history and beauty.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nuragic Sanctuary of Santa Vittoria - Self-guided (with audioguide)
Nuragic Sanctuary of Santa Vittoria - Self-guided (with audioguide)
Italy

We missed this tour (head-colds)

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Light and Surprise at the End of the Tunnel
Light and Surprise at the End of the Tunnel
Cagliari

We missed this tour (slept-in due to jet lag)

Guided visit to the Sounding Stone Museum
Guided visit to the Sounding Stone Museum
Oristano

We missed this tour (messed up driving directions) - our fault.

Guided Visits of Archaeological Sites and Wine Tasting
Guided Visits of Archaeological Sites and Wine Tasting
Oristano

We missed this tour.

Local specialist: Maria Grazia Rubino
Maria Grazia
Maria Grazia Rubino
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Jan 09, 2024

Dear Shannon,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that our Storywalking team played a significant role in ensuring your trip was seamless and enjoyable, and that you found our guides exceptional. We strive to meticulously choose the finest local guides for our travelers, ensuring a level of expertise and friendliness that enhances your exploration.
We look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure in the future.

Maria Grazia & Storywalking Team