Su Nuraxi of Barumini & Domus de Janas Day Trip

On this day trip to Su Nuraxi of Barumini and the Domus de Janas, we'll discover ruins from the Nuragic civilization and Neolithic tombs.

Day Trip Details

We'll meet at Largo Carlo Felice in Cagliari at the indicated time, then proceed to Barumini, situated at the base of the Parco della Giara. Here, we will visit Su Nuraxi, the largest Nuragic complex in Europe.

At Su Nuraxi, we will explore the remains of the hut village that once accommodated Nuragic communities, a designated World Heritage Site. We will enter the central nuraghe and learn about the civilization's connection to the land.

Following our visit, we will proceed to Casa Zapata, a residence built for the Sardinian-Aragonese Barons of Zapata that now includes a small archaeological museum.

Before returning to Cagliari, we will stop at Pimentel to see the Domus de Janas, ancient rock-hewn tombs from the Neolithic period, dating back 5000 years. These structures, known as Fairy Houses, number at least 2500 across Sardinia.

The tour will conclude with our return to Cagliari, lasting a total of 5 hours.