In summary
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Sports
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Duration5 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationSouth Corsica / Bonifacio
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions89.66 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
From our two accommodations—one by the sea and the other in the mountains—we now invite you to spend a week exploring the diverse landscapes of Corsica, both its easy-to-reach and more challenging aspects. Southern Corsica boasts a unique and captivating ecosystem with its remote islands and alpine peaks, offering a stunning panorama of white sand beaches, pink granite, fragrant maquis shrubland, and abundant mountain wildlife.
Upon arrival, we set off for the magnificent Gulf of Valinco to discover its most beautiful beaches. We begin with a stroll along the coast and a picnic lunch on Cupabia beach. We then spend a full day in Bonifacio, where it's lovely to wander, before heading up into the mountains to reach a small village clinging to the side of the mountain. For two days, we follow the legendary GR20 hiking trail, discovering an ancient Neolithic village and the ruins of a fortified castle. These easy, fascinating walks allow us to discover that Corsica is truly a mountain in the sea.
The highlights
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An itinerary that takes you along the most beautiful trails and sites of southern Corsica
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Two simple and welcoming accommodations, two different atmospheres: sea and mountain
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Our minibus for greater comfort and flexibility
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
In figures
Trekking
- Average duration/day: 4h
- Average distance/day: 10 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 375 m
- Average daily descent: 375 m
Management
French
English
Program
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Ajaccio to Olmeto
- Transportation Minibus - 01h30 - 59km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 4h30
- Distance 10 km
- Positive elevation gain 350 m
- Negative elevation 350 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Meet your guide in Ajaccio early in the morning. You'll leave this charming city along the coastal road that skirts the most beautiful beaches on the south shore, before climbing and descending towards the Gulf of Valinco to reach Cupabia Bay. With its pristine white sand, it's one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. But it's also a place steeped in history, which we'll discover as we walk through the maquis shrubland to a Genoese tower. This tower has stood guard against Barbary pirate raids for centuries.
At the end of this walk, we will explore the Tanchiccia site, before returning to your accommodation, located in the heart of the village of Olmeto, one of the oldest on the island, which preserves in its stones a rich and fascinating history.
Day 1 -
Bonifacio, the museum-city
- Transportation Minibus - 03h - 70km
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Head to the far south for an unforgettable day of discovery.
This getaway is entirely dedicated to Bonifacio, a veritable open-air museum perched atop majestic limestone cliffs that plunge into the sea. Facing Sardinia, it offers a spectacular and unique panorama. With its impressive 1.5 km long inlet and dazzling white cliffs, Bonifacio stands out as one of the most beautiful cities in the Mediterranean. Between its history, breathtaking landscapes, and timeless charm, this day will be etched in your memory.
A boat trip will enhance this beautiful day.
Day 2 -
At the origins of history
- Transportation Minibus - 02h - 116km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 3h30
- Distance 8 km
- Positive elevation gain 350 m
- Negative elevation 350 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We leave the seaside, to gain altitude and penetrate into the heart of the Land of the Lords.
There, we discover the iconic historical site of Cuciurpula, which offers a breathtaking panorama of the majestic Bavella Needles. This magnificent walk through the lands of Lord Della Rocca takes us back to the time of the first inhabitants. After this interlude steeped in history and beauty, we continue our journey up the Taravu Valley to reach our accommodation in the village of Cozzano.
Day 3 -
The Cuscionu plateau
- Transportation Minibus - 01h30 - 50km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Distance 10 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Just a short walk from the village lies a vast glacial plateau covered in splendid green meadows, a true haven for island pastoralism. Following the white and red markers, we discover the remains of old sheepfolds and encounter numerous animals roaming freely, living witnesses to an ancestral way of life that continues to this day.
Day 4 -
Thermal baths and ancient trails
- Transportation Minibus - 01h30 - 60km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 4h30
- Distance 9 km
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 500 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
Leaving the village, we set off to discover the hot springs of the Guitera Baths, known as "I Bagni," frequented since the Bronze Age for their therapeutic properties. Our walk begins in the village, where we encounter pigs that accompany us on our ascent to the site of an ancient feudal castle overlooking the entire Taravu Valley. Our walk takes us along the Strada Antica, ancient paths steeped in history, ancient trails that once connected the coastal plains to the summer pastures and mountain villages. At the end of our walk, we leave this magnificent valley and descend towards the Gulf of Ajaccio.
Day 5
Note
The itineraries were established based on the latest information available at the time of writing, and the descriptions of each stage are provided for guidance only. Unforeseen circumstances are always possible, and situations beyond our control may alter the schedule. Our guides may need to modify the itinerary depending on weather, environmental, or other factors. On-site, they remain the best judges to ensure the safety of the entire group. As our guides are not qualified to supervise swimming (in the sea, rivers, or mountain lakes), swimming is undertaken at your own risk. On certain dates, the proposed itinerary may be reversed due to accommodation availability.
Accommodation
- 2 nights in Olmeto - Family-run ** hotel in a twin room with private bathroom. Single room available at an extra cost.
- 2 nights in Zicavo or Cozzano - Unrated family hotel in a twin room with bathroom. Single room available at an extra charge.
These are simple accommodations that we have selected for their location, friendliness and hospitality.
Access
Return transfer to Ajaccio.
Go to the starting point
Trains from Bastia or Calvi
Bus station: buses from Porto Vecchio.
Boat from Marseille or Toulon
Price details
The price includes
- Accommodation in a double room in a *** hotel
- Full board from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 5 and race provisions
- Supervision by a tour guide
- Local transfers by private minibus
- The boat trip in Bonifacio
The price does not include
- Entrance fees to tourist sites and visits
- The cost of round-trip transportation to the meeting point
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for the on-site management team (at your discretion)
- Insurance
- Application fees
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment to bring
- A pouch to wear around your neck or on your belt for your passport and/or identity card, your driving licence, your vaccination record, your European Health Insurance Card, your travel insurance leaflet, your currency, your credit card and your personal papers.
- Medium-sized plastic container with plastic cutlery for transporting salads.
- Plastic bags to ensure the watertightness of your belongings, cameras and clothes.
- Dirty laundry bag
- Earplugs, always useful!
- Notepad and pen, book, deck of cards,
- Walking sticks.
- Pair of binoculars,
- Camera,
- Fins, mask and snorkel,
- Mobile phone,
- Toiletry bag,
- Bath towel,
- Pair of sunglasses,
- Sunscreen cream (face and lips),
- Flashlight or headlamp with spare batteries,
- A 1.5-liter minimum water bottle, lightweight and insulated. You can also bring a 2-liter hydration bladder. The latter has the advantage of allowing direct drinking thanks to its drinking tube. You therefore don't have to take off your backpack to grab the bottle. This way, you drink more regularly and in small amounts, which is recommended for proper hydration.
Tip: Having two containers allows you to consume one while the other is being processed.
- A multi-purpose pocket knife is preferable (to be packed in checked baggage if you are flying).
- Hygienic gel.
Clothing to bring
Clothing, from head to toe:
- Hiking boots. They are a hiker's best friend. They must possess three qualities: sturdiness, good foot and ankle support (high-top boots), and waterproofing. Choose boots with non-slip and relatively rigid soles, such as Vibram.
- Light shoes (tennis shoes or sandals) to wear in the evening in towns and villages.
- Swimming shoes,
- Underwear. It's the first layer of insulation you'll have, so take good care of it! Thin technical fibers, like Carline or Polartec, are very effective, warm, flexible, comfortable, and lightweight. They dry very quickly.
- Hiking pants,
- Shorts,
- Fleece jackets. These are durable, warm, lightweight, and quick-drying. The most suitable, well-known to mountaineers, are those made with Polartec, Carline, and Ulfrotté fibers.
- T-shirts (technical preferred),
- Rain cape or waterproof jacket (Gore-tex type),
- Hat,
- Pair of gloves and hat (depending on the season),
- Swimsuit and bath towel.
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