| Departures | | Departure everyday from April to the end of October |
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| TOUR OF CORSICA ON YOUR MOTORBIKE | price from 419 € | | Corsica - Motorcycling tour - 8 days |
We have a wonderful itinerary that leads you to the best and most scenic places in Corsica. Spectacular routes in an amazing environment surrounded by the beautiful Mediterranean Sea! You will be surprised by the variety of scenery, the local cuisine and the warm welcome that awaits you in Corsica.
About 1300kms. |
Day 1 Cape Corsica
From Bastia you journey northwards to Erbalunga and its beautiful, tiny port, then Maccinaggio before crossing the island from east to west. Onwards to Barcaggio, the northern tip of Corsica. Next, via Centuri the number one fishing port for lobsters in France, you follow the dramatic cliffs of the western coast and take a break at Canari or Albo before reaching Nonza, known for its Genoese tower and black stones beach. Soon after you visit Patrimonio, the Corsican wine capital and then arrive in Saint-Florent with its sandy beaches.
About 125kms. | 
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Day 2 From Saint-Florent to Galéria
This stage starts with a crossing of the Desert des Agriates, a beautiful, protected area with low chalky mountains and maquis. Across the main road there’s a totally different environment. You ride through olive groves as well as small villages. Further on there’s an almost deserted area with just a few cows wandering randomly across the road. Then, suddenly there is a fantastic view over Ile Rousse and the whole Balagne, “the Orchard of Corsica”. A pause should be taken in front of the old church at the beautiful village of Belgodere. Then, you cross to Calvi and its citadel before taking one of the most scenic roads on Corsica to Galeria for a stay near the beach.
About 150kms. | 
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Day 3 From Galeria to the Calanches of Piana
The ride continues up to the Col de Palmarella from where you get a stunning view out over the sea. With scented Corsican scrub on one side and cliffs on the other, you pass through charming villages, each with café terraces inviting you to drink and rest. You soon spot Porto, an attractive little marina with lots of seaside activities on offer.
Then, you come to the famous Calanches de Piana before Cargèse a beautiful village with noticeable modern-Greek influences. Heading inland where wild pigs abound you meander through the chestnut capital, Evisa (there’s a chestnut festival every November), and go along the beautiful Spelunca Gorge back down to the Porto Gulf.
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Day 4 From the Porto Gulf to Corte
Initially returning through the sleepy village of Ota and its fine Genoese bridges, then Evisa, carry on a short distance to the Aïtone Forest (pine, beech and larch). The Col de Vergio marks the highest road point in Corsica. Now starts a long, winding descent to the Calacuccia lake. The beautiful Scala (staircase) di Santa Regina is a wonderful road carved into the cliff. You then enter the Castagniccia with its quiet lanes. To complete this great day, ride the length of the Restonica Gorge to where Théo offers a taste of his locally produced meats and cheeses.
About 170kms. |  |
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Day 5 From Corte to the Valinco Gulf
On the main road from Corte you ride south to Ajaccio. The birth place of Napoleon is well worth a visit, as is the promontory opposite the Sanguinaire Islands, reached via a number of creeks and sandy beaches. Head further south and after crossing a eucalyptus forest, you reach a very old prison and Coti Chiavari village, towering above the bays of Porto Pollo and Olmeto.
About 175kms. |  |
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Day 6 Bonifacio and Bavella
Ride through historic Sartène, “the most Corsican of Corsican towns” [Merimee], then photogenic Bonifacio with its medieval walls and dramatic cliffs. Next follow the east coast through Porto-Vecchio, “City of Salt”, before going high inland up to the remarkable Bavella Needles. This day offers many swimming opportunities both in the sea and in clear rivers.
About 180kms. |  |
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Day 7 From the Alta Rocca to Venaco
Following a detour to see olive groves and old mills, you go over beautiful passes where pigs, horses, cows and goats forage freely without regard for passing vehicles. Enter a long succession of forests (Cosclone, St.Antoine and Marmano) on a road with countless twists and bends, over the Col de Verde, emerging at Ghisoni a small village base for the E’Capanelle ski resort. On through Rospa-Sorba Forest to Vivario and, looking out for Gustave Eiffel’s famous Pont du Vecchio railway viaduct, on to Venaco.
About 155kms. |  |
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Day 8 Your trip ends in Bastia
You start this day with a beautiful descent in the Tavignano Gorges the sea before going back into the Castagniccia and its amazing villages perched high up. Following this panoramic road, you descend to sea level and ride along the Biguglia Lake Nature Reserve, Corsica’s largest lagoon at 11km long, home to hundreds of bird and fish species, where, with a bit of luck, you might spot flamingos. End of your trip in Bastia.
About 165kms. |  |
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| Details | Starting point
Bastia, we can take care of the ferry crossing, just contact us as tariffs vary on a daily basis.
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Bastia.
How to get there
Bastia, contact us to book the ferry for you if needed. You could also take the train with your motorbike to save time on the journey.
Accommodation
Hotels, on double room basis with ensuite facilities.
Number of people
Minimum of 1 person
Level of difficulty
Distances from 150kms to 190kms a day.
Options
- Supplement for a single room : 160€
- Supplement for a July or August departure : 80€
Included
Accommodation, all breakfast, road book, maps and local assistance.
Not included
Ferry transportation, transfers not included in the program, insurances, drinks, motorbike, reparations, fines, meals, sites' visits, optional activities and personal expenses.
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