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FROM CAPE CORSICA TO THE CASTAGNICCIA
price from 720 €
Corsica - Leisure cycling - 8 days
On this cycle holiday you will discover the coast of Corsica as well as its interior. The kilometres follow one another but they are far from being the same; with different landscapes every day. You will meet proud island inhabitants who will want to share their enthusiasm with you for their local culture and gastronomy. This is a great trip that will leave you with fantastic memories of Corsica and will make you want to return for more! You will be accommodated in carefully selected hotels, rooms in a guesthouse or inns according to the availability at the time of the reservation.
Day 1 Bastia Your holiday starts in Bastia at your hotel in the afternoon. If you have time to discover the capital of "Haute Corse", it's worthwhile visiting the old port and the citadel. From the old city there are wonderful panoramic views over the sea and surroundings. For dinner, we advise you to go to the old port which has a very lively atmosphere in the summer.
Night in Bastia.
Day 2 The Cape of Corsica This morning you'll pedal along the east side of the Cape of Corsica, only a stone's throw from the sea. You'll then cross the island to join the west coast of the Cape with its dramatic cliffs. The route is strewn with Genoese and Paoline towers as well as old convents and mills. The landscape, including the small fishing ports is splendid.
Riding distances: a choice of two routes, approximately between 63km and 83km.
Night stay in a small coastal village on the west coast of the Cape.
Day 3 From the Cape to the Gulf of Saint-Florent. Today you'll leave the Cape to pedal southward towards Saint-Florent. According to your chosen route, you will be able to discover the village of Patrimonio, famous in the whole of Corsica for its vineyards. Tastings are possible in the cellars of the village. In Saint-Florent, do not fail to visit the citadel and to stroll around the port and its small commercial streets.
Riding Distances: a choice of three routes, approximately between 25km and 41km.
Night in Saint-Florent.
Day 4 The Desert des Agriates. Today you are in the heart of the Desert des Agriates. From hamlet to hamlet, you cross this superb 'desert' covered in the local maquis scrub (which has a fantastic smell and is amazing in the spring when the maquis is in blossom). Returning to the coast, you will soon arrive at your accommodation, not far from Ile Rousse.
Riding Distances: a choice of three, approximately 48km, 69km or 80km.
Night in a village near to Ile Rousse.
Day 5 Villages of Balagne. Today you'll get to explore the pretty villages of the Balagne. This area is bewitching. The stone villages perched in the middle of nowhere have an astonishing beauty which hasn't changed with time.
Riding Distances: approximately 30km, 44km, or 57km.
Night in the mountains.
Day 6 The Corsica Inheritance. You will continue into the villages of the Balagne by discovering superb testimonies of the past through old churches and convents. You will follow the border of the Natural reserve of Corsica until you reach Ponte Leccia, your stop for the night. This day will be marked by the numerous animals that you will meet wandering in freedom: cows, pigs, goats...
Riding distance: approximately 34km, 41km or 56km.
Day 7 Descent in Castagniccia. Your last day of riding will take you through the villages of the Castagniccia known for their chapels and the chestnut forests. Royal Milan (Red Kites) are widespread in this area; you are likely to see them hovering over your heads. You will cross many rivers and brooks before arriving at the coast. Your stop for the night will be in a village close to the airport.
Riding distance: approximately 29km, 50km or 60km.
Day 8 End of stay. After your breakfast, a transfer can be organized towards the airport or the ferry port. End of holiday.
Fact sheet
Details
Starting point Your hotel in Bastia on the afternoon on day 1 (possibility of pick up at the airport).
End After breakfast on day 8. A transfer can be organised to the airport or the ferry port at your request.
Accommodation Nights in hotels, auberges and guest-houses in rooms of 2 persons. Mostly 2 star accommodation.
Number of people Minimum of 2 persons
Level of difficulty This program offers you the choice of distance you wish to ride each day. Depending on the shape you're in, you can adapt the stages to your ability. The distances vary from a minimum of 25km to a maximum of 83km. The longest minimum stage is 63km. The first stage is the longest, but also the easiest in terms of terrain.
Carrying The transfers of your luggage is ensured by vehicle. Thus you only have to carry your things needed for the day (picnic, camera, etc).
Options - Single room : 280€
- Hybrid bikes 21 speed: : 90€
- Road bikes : 150€
- Trip without luggage transfer : -250€
- Cycling Jersey : 39€
Included The transfer of the luggage, local assistance, nights in double rooms in inns, hotels or guesthouses.
Not included Transfer to the meeting point and to the drop off point, the transfer not planned in the program, the meals, the bikes, the insurances, drinks, the visits of sites, the optional activities and the personal expenses.
