Tour Cycling Corsica Plus! Beaches And Bonifacio

Meals

meals as noted in itinerary

Others

wine tasting

Transport

van support

Accommodation

11 days 10 nights accommodation L’Alivi U Sant’Agnellu Hotel Dolce Notte Hotel L’Escale ’ Côté Sud Le Refuge Le Pinarello Hotel Hotel du Roy d’Aragon

Guide

guided tour of Bonifacio

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Bastia, Corsica
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Bastia, Corsica

Bright blue and white fishing boats and sidewalk cafés await you today as our tour begins near Bastia, Corsica’s historic capital and its most picturesque city. We recommend arriving a day early to soak in the charms of this centuries-old Mediterranean seaport. We’ll fit you with a bicycle this afternoon so you can ride to a viewpoint above the city, and then reconvene this evening for a traditional French gourmet dinner together. Distance 0 km / 0 mi
Day 2 Day 2: Bicycle To Rogliano
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Bicycle To Rogliano

After breakfast you’ll head north on an easy ride along the east side of Cap Corse, Corsica’s panhandle. You’ll want to stop for a snack or coffee in Erbalunga to see its Genoese coastal tower before cycling through the tiny port of Santa Severa. Stop for lunch and perhaps a swim in Macinaggio before heading inland to our hotel. Distance 39 km / 24 mi
Day 3 Day 3: Bicycle To Saint-Florent
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Bicycle To Saint-Florent

Today’s ride is one of the most spectacular bicycle rides in the Mediterranean basin. We suggest an early start as you’ll want to stop often for photographs. You can even take a swim during your lunch stop. Our route follows a chain of Genoese watchtowers, built along the coast in the late Medieval period to provide the local villagers early warning of impending attack by pirates. We’ll continue south along the west side of the Cap Corse to our hotel right on the water, located in the ancient Roman town of Saint-Florent. Distance 74 km / 46 mi
Day 4 Day 4: Rest Day In Saint-Florent
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Rest Day In Saint-Florent

A stop to our first 11th-century Pisan cathedral begins our day. Pisa ruled Corsica unchallenged until 1133 A.D. when the pope divided the island between Pisa and rival Genoa. Our optional ride continues on to the most famous Pisan cathedral in Corsica as we wind our way through hilltop villages and river gorges. Distance 51 km / 32 mi
Day 5 Day 5: Bicycle To L’Ile Rousse
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Bicycle To L’Ile Rousse

You’ll head across the unique Désert des Agriates today. This stony landscape that was once rich with wheat fields is unlike any area on the island and offers some beautiful panoramas. After soaking up the views you’ll coast down to the beach for a refreshing swim if you wish. Our efforts today will be rewarded as we explore the coastal town of L’Ile Rousse with its charming center and beach. And if that’s not enough, we’ll watch the sunset into the sea. Distance 47 km / 29 mi
Day 6 Day 6: Mountain Day
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Mountain Day

You’ll head into Corsica’s interior today. This is the main "mountain day" on the tour, so take your time and enjoy the spectacular scenery. Climbing over the pass of Saint Colombano you’ll enjoy a wonderful cruise down the Navaccia river valley to Ponte Leccia, named for the 17th-century Genoese bridge still in use. You’ll then have a steady long climb to be rewarded with a beautiful descent through chestnut forests as we head into one of Corsica’s most interesting regions. Distance 78 km / 49 mi
Day 7 Day 7: Bicycle To Aléria, Shuttle To Pinarello
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Bicycle To Aléria, Shuttle To Pinarello

The trend today is down though there are a few hills that will certainly get your attention before you reach the coast. Our destination, Aléria, was one of the principal Roman trading towns and capital of Roman Corsica by 170 B.C. From Aléria we’ll shuttle just under an hour to our luxurious beachfront hotel. Distance 71 km / 44 mi
Day 8 Day 8: Rest Day Or Stunning Ride
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Rest Day Or Stunning Ride

Our hotel is on the beach, and you may very well want to spend the day soaking in the sun there. Go for a swim in the clear blue waters of the bay, unwind by the hotel’s swimming pool, or sign up for some pampering at the hotel’s wellness center. Pinarello beach is one of the many beautiful beaches to the north of Porto-Vecchio. The sea is azure blue, and the 1.2 km long, narrow sweeping beach has soft white sand, is backed by dramatic mountains and overlooked by a Genoese watchtower. Pinarello has a pretty little port and plenty of opportunities for refreshments and water sports. For those of you who want more cycling, we’ll offer an incredible roller-coaster ride on the famous Route de Bavella. Distance 90 km / 56 mi
Day 9 Day 9: Bicycle To Bonifacio
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Bicycle To Bonifacio

This morning we’ll ride through Porto Vecchio a well-known seaside resort, bounded on the west by the relief of Ospedale and to the east by the Tyrrhenian Sea. We will then continue onto Bonifacio at the southern tip of Corsica. This magnificent village perched on limestone cliffs was the prize possession of both the Pisans and Genoese who fought over it for over 150 years. Distance 63 km / 39 mi
Day 10 Day 10: Explore Bonifacio
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Explore Bonifacio

This morning we’ll have a leisurely ride out to a lighthouse and some beautiful alcoves. We’ll regroup in the afternoon with a local guide to reveal Bonifacio’s intriguing history. Tonight we’ll celebrate our final dinner together. Distance 29 km / 18 mi
Day 11 Day 11: Tour Ends In Bonifacio, Corsica
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Tour Ends In Bonifacio, Corsica

Our tour ends this morning after breakfast. Sardinia is just a few miles across the Strait of Bonifacio, so maybe you plan to explore more of the Mediterranean. Whatever your plans, bon voyage! Distance 0 km / 0 mi

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Cycling Corsica Plus! Beaches And Bonifacio

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Itinerary of your trip Cycling Corsica Plus! Beaches And Bonifacio

Day 1: Arrive Bastia, Corsica

Day 2: Bicycle To Rogliano

Day 3: Bicycle To Saint-Florent

Day 4: Rest Day In Saint-Florent

Day 5: Bicycle To L’Ile Rousse

Day 6: Mountain Day

Day 7: Bicycle To Aléria, Shuttle To Pinarello

Day 8: Rest Day Or Stunning Ride

Day 9: Bicycle To Bonifacio

Day 10: Explore Bonifacio

Day 11: Tour Ends In Bonifacio, Corsica

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