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CORSICA COMPLETE: GRANITE CLIFFS AND ISLAND MAGIC
Granite cliffs sculpted by wind, turquoise waters lapping secret coves, trails winding through maquis. Corsica, island of wild beauty.
≈ 21
Days
691
Km
19
Stops
Journey through Corsica between sea and mountain. Discover Ajaccio and its imperial heritage, follow Porto's red cliffs, wander through Calvi and its Genoese lanes, explore Bastia and its harbors, then reach the villages of the Corsican maquis.
- Ajaccio: napoleon heritage colonial
- Porto: scarlet granite cliff drama
- Calvi: citadel colonial charm
- Bastia: genoese fortress urban
- Bonifacio: limestone cliffs sentinel
Your day-by-day itinerary
1
Day
10 photos
Discover
1
Cathedral of Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption where Napoleon was baptized
2
Bonaparte House - Napoleon's childhood
3
Place d'Austerlitz and Bonaparte cave
4
Marinella Beach - popular beach of Ajaccio
+3 Places visited
Activities
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Ajaccio market on place Foch
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Visit to the Fesch museum - collection of Italian paintings
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Swimming at Ariadne beach
+3 Optional activities
Next stop
Distance:
34 km
Travel time:
41min
2
Day
10 photos
Discover
1
Byzantine church of Cargèse - unique in Corsica
2
Latin church of Cargèse
Activities
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Chiuni beach
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Peru beach
Next stop
Distance:
21 km
Travel time:
25min
3
Day
5 photos
Discover
1
Calanques de Piana - red porphyry cliffs
2
Panoramic viewpoints over the Gulf of Porto
3
Scandola Nature Reserve - UNESCO
4
Girolata - fishing hamlet accessible only by boat
Activities
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Boat excursion in the calanques of Piana
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Guided cruise to Scandola and Girolata
Next stop
Distance:
12 km
Travel time:
15min
4
Day
9 photos
Discover
1
Spelunca Gorges - hike between Evisa and Ota
2
Zaglia Bridge - historical monument
3
Aïtone Forest - century-old laricio pines
Activities
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Swimming in the gorge river
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Hike in the Aïtone forest
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Swimming in the natural pools
Next stop
Distance:
44 km
Travel time:
52min
5
Day
8 photos
Discover
1
Fango Valley - UNESCO biosphere reserve
2
Natural pools of Fango
Activities
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Canoe rental in Galéria
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Swimming and family picnic
Next stop
Distance:
81 km
Travel time:
1h38
6
Day
5 photos
Discover
1
Old town of Calvi - cobblestone streets and shops
2
Citadel of Calvi
3
Calvi Beach
4
Bonifatu Forest - river and natural pools
+2 Places visited
Activities
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Water activities in Calvi
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Hiking on the Revellata
Next stop
Distance:
8 km
Travel time:
10min
7
Day
10 photos
Discover
1
Sant'Antonino - medieval village in Balagne
2
Abandoned village of Oci
3
Speloncato - ancient village with panoramic view
Activities
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Tour of Balagne villages - Zilia, Lumio, Montemaggiore
Next stop
Distance:
14 km
Travel time:
17min
8
Day
10 photos
Discover
1
Old town of Île Rousse
2
Place Paoli
3
Pietra peninsula and its lighthouse
Activities
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Bodri beach - wild beach
Next stop
Distance:
46 km
Travel time:
56min
9
Day
3 photos
Discover
1
Saint-Florent - the Corsican Saint-Tropez
2
Citadel of Saint-Florent
3
Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral in white limestone
4
Désert des Agriates - maritime shuttle
+2 Places visited
Activities
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Stroll through the narrow streets and around the port
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Swimming and relaxation on paradise beaches
Next stop
Distance:
16 km
Travel time:
19min
10
Day
5 photos
Discover
1
Rue Napoléon - shopping and walking
2
Terra Nova district and citadel of Bastia
3
Sainte-Marie Cathedral with Italian paintings
4
Bastia History Museum at the Governors' Palace
Activities
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Place Saint-Nicolas - restaurants and cafés
Next stop
Distance:
38 km
Travel time:
45min
11
Day
6 photos
Discover
1
Guided cruise to Cap Corse from Macinaggio
2
Nonza - village with black pebble beach
3
Erbalunga - picturesque village
Activities
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Customs officers' trail - hike from Macinaggio to Barcaggio
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Patrimonio wine route
Next stop
Distance:
100 km
Travel time:
2h
12
Day
8 photos
Discover
1
Old town of Corte
2
Cours Paoli - main shopping street
3
Citadel of Corte and regional anthropology museum
4
Sainte-Croix Chapel
+2 Places visited
Activities
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Exploration of the university town
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Hike to the Grotelle sheepfold
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Swimming in natural pools and basins
Next stop
Distance:
71 km
Travel time:
1h25
13
Day
3 photos
Discover
1
Paludone Beach near Diane pond
2
Diane Pond - wild and natural setting
3
Fautea Beach with Genoese tower
Activities
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Côte des Nacres - beaches between Fautea and Solenzara
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Canella Beach - quiet and family-friendly
Next stop
Distance:
40 km
Travel time:
49min
14
Day
5 photos
Discover
1
Old town of Porto-Vecchio
2
Palombaggia Beach - one of the most beautiful beaches in the world
3
Santa Giulia Beach
4
Rondinara Beach - magnificent bay voted most beautiful beach
+2 Places visited
Activities
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Swimming at paradisiacal beaches
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Cavu Valley - translucent natural pools
Next stop
Distance:
12 km
Travel time:
14min
15
Day
9 photos
Discover
1
Ospedale Forest
2
Piscia di Gallo Waterfall - largest waterfall in Corsica
3
Lake Ospedale
Activities
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2-hour hike to the waterfall
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Viewpoints over Porto-Vecchio bay
Next stop
Distance:
14 km
Travel time:
16min
16
Day
8 photos
Discover
1
Bavella Needles - spectacular rocky peaks
2
Trou de la Bombe - 8-meter tafoni
Activities
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Hike to Col de Bavella
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Climbing at the Bavella Needles
Next stop
Distance:
50 km
Travel time:
59min
17
Day
4 photos
Discover
1
Citadel of Bonifacio and bastion de l'étendard - highest in France
2
Port of Bonifacio
3
Trail from Col Saint Roch - best photo spots
4
Petit Sperone Beach - one of the most beautiful in Corsica
+4 Places visited
Activities
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Cruise to see Bonifacio from the sea and the caves
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Swimming at Bonifacio beaches
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Tour of the main island - 1h to 2h30 hike
+1 Optional activities
Next stop
Distance:
39 km
Travel time:
47min
18
Day
10 photos
Discover
1
Village of Sartène - stone houses
2
Sainte-Marie Church on Liberation Square
3
Old town with audio guide
Activities
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Visit to typical shops and restaurants
Next stop
Distance:
11 km
Travel time:
13min
19
Day
5 photos
Discover
1
Propriano - seaside resort
2
Portigliolo Beach - wild and uncrowded
3
Campomoro - natural seaside site
Activities
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Boat excursions to Scandola or Sanguinaires islands
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Parachuting in Propriano
Next stop
Distance:
40 km
Travel time:
48min
20
Day
10 photos
Discover
1
Return to Ajaccio - last visits
Activities
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Tasting of Corsican specialties - figatellu, lonzu, brocciu
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Discovery of Pietra beer and canistrelli
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Wine route - tasting of the 9 Corsican PDOs
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What weather should you expect?
Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.
Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.
Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.
Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.
How many days should I plan?
We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 17 and 25 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.
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