Domus de Janas

In Barumini, a small village in the countryside of Marmilla, the most famous Sardinian nuraghe called Su Nuraxi, lies on the top of a hill. Thanks to its exceptional state of conservation and the complexity of its structure, it was named the island's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. The nuraghes have become a symbol of the island culture and a source of pride for Sardinians. On the tour, a local guide will show you Su Nuraxi's five towers (one in the middle and the others around it), the city walls, and the ruins of an ancient village. After the tour of Su Nuraxi, continue to the Casa Zapata Museum, where the ruins of the Su Nuraxi ’e Cresia are enclosed. The nuraghe is located in the heart of the town of Barumini and has been used as a foundation for the construction of a 15th-century Spanish noble house. End your day with a visit to the Domus de Janas, a necropolis from the Neolithic period. Admire the surrounding landscape while soaking in the ancient history of the island. The tour concludes back at the meeting point in Cagliari.

In the territory of Cargeghe, in northwest Sardinia, you can participate in a special hiking accompanied by tame donkeys, particularly suitable for families with children or those looking for relaxation. Our local guide will lead you on a walk suitable for everyone under the banner of sustainable tourism, in which you will discover the main sites in the area, including waterfalls and domus de janas, noteworthy sites of archaeological and natural interest, completely immersed in the wilderness. Multiple stops will be made in order to delve into the history of the place, including stories and anecdotes, and at the end of the experience a tasty typical Sardinian aperitif with local products will be served. A particularly impressive animal tour between relaxation, discovery and fun, not to be missed! Program: There are at least 5 stops of 10 minutes each, in the main sites of the area: - Romanesque church of Santa Maria e Contra - Anella waterfalls area called Siscia: here if you want you can also take a bath in the natural pools! In that case you will need to have shoes suitable for getting wet to enter the natural pools with pebbly bottom - Ancient water mills  - 19th century lime kiln - Necropolis of Su Elighe Entosu with the visit of 3 domus de janas - Reentry - Duration of the tour: 5 km - Altitude difference: 50 m - Difficulty: eas The excursion itinerary may be subject to changes due to adverse weather conditions. Aperitif: During the experience will be served a typical Sardinian aperitif based on: cold cuts (eg raw ham, sausage, bacon, lard) and cheeses such as ricotta, peretta and pecorino, Carasau (typical Sardinian bread), water, white and red wines. If food intolerances are present, please inform us at least one day before at the telephone number on the booking voucher.

Take a guided day trip from Cagliari to the Necropolis of De S'acqua Salida to see Domus de Janas or Fairy Houses, prehistoric tombs carved into the rock. Uncover an ancient funerary cult dating back to pre-Nuragic times. Meet your guide and head to the small town and agricultural center of Pimentel, nestled between orchards and vineyards. Here lies the Domus de Janas of Corongiu and the necropolis called De S'acqua Salida dating back to 3200 BC. Marvel at the Domus of Corongiu and its spiral-shaped engravings that represent the goddess of the eyes who protected the dead. But there are many other interpretations to the engravings which your guide will share with you. Admire the craftsmanship of the prehistoric people who were able to dig and shape rocks with limited tools to create underground tombs in which they buried their dead.

One of the most suggestive experiences next to cagliari: the visit to an ancient Domus de Janas immersed in nature. A slow walk in nature in one of the largest green park in the south of Sardinia, just next to the city. An easy and stunning excursion with stunning landscapes and great views of Cagliari's Poetto beach and the Sadle of the Devil. You'll discover the scents of the Mediterranean scrub and the wild plants and their usage according to the ancient Sardinian tradition. You'll enjoy a stunning sunset on a magic Domus de Janas, a 6000 years pre-Nuragic tomb dug into the rock. A legend tells that the water you can find inside it has a magic power and tooks away all pains. You'll be enchanted looking at the Domus de Janas illuminated with the golden light of the sunset and the lights slowly going out while the moon appearing on the horizon... - Private Tour - Duration about 2,5 hours. - Pick-up from hotel available upon request, - Bookable on other dates (to be agreed in advance). - Available for groups. - Spoken languages: Italian and English. Tour conducted by an Environmental Excursion Guide, NatureTherapy Certified Facilitator (recognised by IPHM - International Pratictioners of Holistic Medicine), Experiential Tourism Specialist, expert of the Wild herbs used in the ancient Sardinian medicine.