• From the Calanques of Piana to Calvi, between sea and mountains
  • From the Calanques of Piana to Calvi, between sea and mountains
  • From the Calanques of Piana to Calvi, between sea and mountains
  • From the Calanques of Piana to Calvi, between sea and mountains
  • From the Calanques of Piana to Calvi, between sea and mountains
  • From the Calanques of Piana to Calvi, between sea and mountains
Western Corsica

From the Calanques of Piana to Calvi, between sea and mountains

4,5/5 (6 reviews)
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In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    6 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Corsica / Western Corsica
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    66 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler
A minimum of 2 people (including at least 1 adult) are required to book this stay.
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In a few words

Sea and mountains meet on this iconic route! This hike offers a journey through the must-see sites of the Isle of Beauty. Discover the Gulf of Porto, on the west coast, an integral part of the Corsican Regional Natural Park: one of the most beautiful regions. From the Gulf of Ajaccio, you'll reach the village of Piana along the coast. The hike begins in the UNESCO-listed Calanques of Piana, which plunge into the Gulf of Porto, and follows the coastline, crossing passes and ridges to reach the villages of Girolata, Galéria, and finally Calvi. On the agenda: the rugged coastline of the Corsican Regional Natural Park, the rich flora and fauna of the Scandola Nature Reserve, the charm of villages with narrow streets, sheepfolds, coves... and local cuisine. An iconic route through this mountainous landscape rising from the sea.

The highlights

  • The calanches of Piana, the Scandola reserve and the Gulf of Girolata.
  • A magnificent self-guided trek through mountain passes, ridges and coves.
  • Hearty dinners featuring fine Corsican cuisine are included on the trek.
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Intermediate

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 5h30
  • Average daily elevation gain: 498 m
  • Average daily descent: 589 m

Management

The paper roadbook contains all the information directly in your bag.
Paper Roadbook
The roadbook includes: a day-by-day itinerary, copies of maps, and a list of accommodations. Upon arrival at your accommodation, you will receive: transfer vouchers, a luggage route sheet, luggage tags, and the IGN map(s).

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
  • map

    Ajaccio - Piana

    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 4h
    • Positive elevation gain 140 m
    • Negative elevation 140 m
    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    You will meet our local representative at the Ajaccio bus station. From there, you will take a bus to the village of Piana (not included). If you arrive in Ajaccio the day before, we suggest a hike on the ridge trail. Two options are available on the ridge trail, which overlooks the city and the Gulf of Ajaccio. The views of the sea and mountains are superb.

    Day 1

Note

This route cannot be operated when the first day falls on a public holiday or Sunday (excluding July and August). Buses do not run on these days.

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Gare maritime d'Ajaccio
Day 1 : 14h45
End of stay
Calvi
Day 6 - 15h00
After your arrival in Tuarelli, transfer to Calvi.

Go to the starting point

Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport d'Ajaccio

Shuttles are available year-round from the airport to Ajaccio city centre: https://ajaccio-aeroport.cci.corsica/navettes/

Price details

The price includes

  • Accommodation for 5 nights in a hotel
  • 5 breakfasts
  • 3 dinners from day 3 to day 5
  • Luggage transport except for Girolata on day 4
  • Tuarelli's transfer to Calvi on day 6
  • The travel kit includes IGN maps and a guidebook.

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the starting point of the hike.
  2. The transfer to get to Piana on Day 1 from Ajaccio (allow €12)
  3. Drinks
  4. The evening meal on Day 1 and Day 2
  5. Lunches / picnics
  6. Insurance
  7. Application fees

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment

They traveled with us

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4,5/5
(6 reviews)
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Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
A

Anne

may 2026
Translated from French
Excellent stay! Perfect choice of accommodations. Top-notch organization for transfers, paper maps, and the phone app. It was very hot, and I would have appreciated suggestions for shorter routes with less elevation gain on some days.
  • Anne
  • Anne
  • Anne
Published on 31/05/2026
J

Julien

july 2025
Translated from French
A sublime multi-day hike between land and sea, discovering local heritage and the richness of the maquis!
Published on 29/07/2025
S

Seyivè

august 2024
Published on 29/07/2024

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers
4,5/5
(6 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
A

Anne

may 2026
Translated from French
Excellent stay! Perfect choice of accommodations. Top-notch organization for transfers, paper maps, and the phone app. It was very hot, and I would have appreciated suggestions for shorter routes with less elevation gain on some days.
  • Anne
  • Anne
  • Anne
Published on 31/05/2026
J

Julien

july 2025
Translated from French
A sublime multi-day hike between land and sea, discovering local heritage and the richness of the maquis!
Published on 29/07/2025
S

Seyivè

august 2024
Published on 29/07/2024
A

Anna

june 2023
Translated from French
We were very satisfied with our adventure. The accommodations were comfortable and met our expectations, the logistics were good, and the hiking information provided via the information sheet and app was excellent!
Published on 11/06/2023
A

Anna

january 2010
Translated from French

We were very satisfied with our adventure. The accommodations were comfortable and met our expectations, the logistics were good, and the hiking information provided via the information sheet and app was excellent!

Published on 11/06/2023
C

Charles

may 2023
Translated from French
Wonderful hike on the "Mare e Monti" trail. Perfectly balanced stages. Excellent accommodation except in Porto where the hotel owner is the epitome of a xenophobic and sexist jerk. Absolutely avoid it.
Published on 03/06/2023
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