Calasetta - Sant'Anna Arresi

Another easier day was ahead of us, with the distance to travel only being 40.4 kilometers with only a few hills. The weather once again was warm and sunny, with temperatures reaching up to 36 degrees. We travelled to the little fishing village of Sant'Antioco. Very picturesque with colored buildings, a cobbled boardwalk and many palm trees. The fishermen were present unloading their catch and the locals battering for the best price. After leaving here we travelled across a small bridge, which connected this island to mainland Sardinia. We took a gravel road past flamingos and an active salt mine, one of many in the area. This was quite interesting. Then through the small town of Tratalias. Here was the site of the oldest church in Sardinia. We couldn't get in to see it as it was cordoned off as they were doing some restoration work. Then on past vineyards with branches laden with grapes. We were finally able to sample them fresh off the vines as they were not protected by barbwire or vicious cacti. We then went into the little town of Sant'Anna, which was past our hotel, for a late lunch. We were back at our hotel earlier than normal, so we were able to relax by the pool for a bit. Now is quite a wait till dinner, as your can't get anything till 8 pm. That is normal for dinner time here, and it has taken quite a bit to adjust to. Tomorrow is our last day of cycling, about 60 km and some rain is expected. We will be sad to see this adventure come to an end.