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Corsica's best walks - North corsica

7 days / 6 nights
Corsica - Independent walking - Car Tours
Families - Comfort

Last updated: 16/10/2024

price from 640 € per pers.

With the independence of travelling by car and with walks that take you off the beaten track, this is a fabulous trip which comes highly recommended. Discover the fascinating Corsican towns of St Florent, Calvi, Corte and the villages of the Cap Corse, whilst also exploring some of the most stunning coastline in the Mediterranean. This is the Isle of Beauty in all its charm.

Your day by day program

1
Cap Corse

This first day will take you to discover Cap Corse, the Island within the island. Stop at the tiny ports enroute along the East coast before crossing the Cap and reaching the stunning West Coast. Here, you will follow the coast and its cliffs, discovering magnificent hidden coves. Late afternoon reach Nonza with its stunning perched Paoline tower above the black pebble beach, then onto Patrimonio, the wine capital of Corsica, before reaching Saint-Florent and its white sand beaches.

Around 6 km, 1h30, +50 m, -50 m.
Night in a 3* hotel in St Florent on B&B basis

2
St Florent & Agriates

Take advantage of this day to discover the coves with crystal-clear waters that run along the coastal path in the Agriates. From Saint Florent you will follow the sea between small rocky and white sand beaches. Today you have two choices, you can do an easy walk to Punta Vecchiaia where granite and limestone cliffs meet, or take a stunning coastal walk alongside turquoise waters into the Agriates towards the Mortello tower that was the blueprint for many others during the Napoleonic wars.

Around 12 km, 3h30, +180 m, -180 m.
Night in a 3* hotel in St Florent on B&B basis.

3
La Balagne

After crossing the Désert des Agriates you will almost immediately take small mountain roads crossing olive groves and lined with cacti and prickly pears through the Garden of Corsica, La Balagne. Discover the area village to perched village, following the craft trail. You will later reach Calvi, the picture perfect Mediterranean, its marina and its imposing citadel crowning the bay, backed by high mountains. Walk at the end of the day possible to Notre Dame de la Serra for a great sunset.

For Notre Dame de la Serra, around 6 km, 2h00, +225 m, -225 m.
Night in a 3* Hotel in Calvi on B&B basis.

4
Calvi & La Revellata

You have a superb walk coastal walk today which takes you along the coast to the Revellata lighthouse on a wild peninsular to the south of the town, where you can enjoy the crystal turquoise waters and stunning coastal landscapes. In the afternoon why not just wander the streets of Calvi, or have a dip at the beach, before enjoying a meal in one of the wonderful restaurants on the harbour.

For La Revellata, around 11 km, 3h30, +170 m, -170 m.
Night in a 3* Hotel in Calvi on B&B basis.

5
Golfe de Porto to Corte

Take perhaps the best coast road in Corsica, the landscape it offers is simply sublime. Arrive into Porto, a lovely and vibrant harbour town where you will embark on a cruise to discover the calanches de Piana and Capo Rosso from the sea. This afternoon climb into the Spelunca gorge via Evisa and then over the highest road col on the island before dropping down into the Niolu and then through the magnificent Scala di Santa Regina before arriving at Corte, the historic capital of Corsica.

Night in a 3* Hotel in Corte on B&B basis

6
Corte

Today you will discover a delightful trail into the Tavignano gorge from the Citadelle, walking this age old path, used by shepherds, your eyes will be amazed by this exciting rocky landscape that opens before you. Corsica is the mountains and this hike is a perfect taste of it. You will arrive at a bridge over the river where you can bathe in the rock pools with crystal clear waters and enjoy a picnic before returning to brooding Corte.

About 12 km, 3h30, +350 m, -350 m.
Night in a 3* Hotel in Corte on B&B basis

7
Au revoir !

End of the stay, after breakfast, the route takes you to Bastia by the fastest road. Extra nights available please ask for details.

Departure board

From April to October.

Technical information

Fact sheet
Starting point
  • Bastia
End
  • Bastia
Accommodation
  • Nights in good 3-star hotels (double or twin bedrooms).
Number of people
  • 2
Level of difficulty
  • Easy.
Carrying
  • No luggage transfers necessary.
Options
  • Supplement June / September : 110€
  • Supplement July / August  : 210€
  • Single Supplement  : 450€
Included
  • Nights in 3-star hotels
  • Breakfasts
  • Boat trip of 1h30 Porto
  • The travel file including a digital roadbook accessible on mobile application
  • Assistance 7 days a week, from 8am to 8pm, during the stay
Not included
  • Travel to or from Corsica
  • Drinks & evening meals
  • Car hire
  • Anything that is not indicated in the section "This price includes"

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