Corsica Essentielle tour: a gentle, free invitation to the heart of the island

An adventure in total freedom, guided by the essentials

There are a thousand ways to discover Corsica, but few offer such a balance between sea and mountains, culture and nature, gentleness and intensity. With the "Corse Essentielle" tour, Corsicatours offers you a harmonious yet affordable itinerary, designed for those who want to feel the soul of the island without having to plan anything.

From hilltop villages to turquoise beaches, from family orchards to secret coves, this 11-day loop begins in Ajaccio and winds its way through the major regions of the south, east and Balagne, before returning to the starting point. Everything is taken care of: your accommodation in 2 or 3★ hotels with breakfasts, your car, and even a few ideas for optional escapades to enrich the experience

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Why choose Corsicatours for your Corsican tour?

Because we're based on the island, and we work closely every day with the hoteliers, producers and guides you'll come across. Because our team creates hand-crafted tours with a genuine sensitivity to the environment, local know-how and the balance of your vacation. With Corsicatours, you're a guest, not a tourist.

Your itinerary day by day

Day 1: Ajaccio

Welcome to the light of Ajaccio. Discover its lively streets, palm-fringed seafront, colorful markets and imperial history. A gentle start before hitting the road.

Days 2 & 3: Porto-Vecchio

Heading south. Porto-Vecchio will seduce you with its picture-postcard beaches (Palombaggia, Santa Giulia...), but also with the charm of its Upper Town. Optional: depart from Bonifacio for a cruise to the Lavezzi Islands. At the end of the day, watch the sun set over the white cliffs.

Days 4 & 5: Bastia and Cap Corse

Head north. Before reaching Bastia, stop off at a family orchard for a guided tour and wine tasting. Bastia, baroque and authentic, welcomes you between its narrow streets and pedestrian citadel. The following day, escape to Cap Corse and discover Macinaggio, Nonza and the paths along the sea.

Days 6 & 7: Calvi and Balagne

Stroll through the sunny lanes of Île-Rousse, meet Balagne artisans and climb to Sant'Antonino. Calvi, with its citadel overlooking the bay and its festive bars, blends bohemian spirit and heritage. Optional: a 4x4 day in the mountains with a secret swim.

Days 8 & 9: Porto

A change of atmosphere: welcome to a Unesco-listed site. Red cliffs, mule paths and hidden coves make up the scenery. In the evening, the port lights up under an unforgettable sunset. Optional: mini-cruise to the Calanques de Piana.

Days 10 & 11: Return to Ajaccio

Cargèse, the Pointe de la Parata, the Sanguinaires islands... Ajaccio is still brimming with natural wonders. To round off this trip in style, you can opt for an evening dinner at sea or a wine tasting with an island sommelier. Vehicle returns on day 11.

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