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All-inclusive trip to Ajaccio: immerse yourself in Corsican history

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Nestling between the Gulf of Lava and the Gulf of Ajaccio, the Cité Impériale offers the most curious visitors a concentrate of Corsican history. The southern belle is bathed in imperial memories and Mediterranean sea spray. The splendor of the Palais Fesch, the discretion of the Maison Bonaparte and the subtlety of Corsican specialties make your all-inclusive trip to Ajaccio a true interlude in the intimacy of the Corsican soul.

Corsicatours guides you to must-see places and secret spots during your all-inclusive trip to Corsica.

Our ideas for your all-inclusive holiday in a hotel club

Corsica conceals many treasures nestled between two granite rocks, in the shade of a pine forest or in the narrow streets of a hidden village. An all-inclusive trip to Ajaccio, Bonifacio or Calvi invites you to enter into the intimacy of the island of beauty.

Corsicatours will help you prepare your tailor-made stay in Corsica, tailored to your desires. In a family club, a vacation rental, a confidential hotel or an intimate residence, your nights by the pool or a stone's throw from the beach are priceless (and have a subtle taste of paradise).

Departing from Bordeaux, Nantes, Paris or Caen, one flight is all it takes to transport you to the unsuspected landscapes of Corsica. Bastia or Ajaccio airport is where your weekend or week-long stay on the island begins.

What to do in our vacation club?

Discover the countless things to do at Marina Viva in Ajaccio, a captivating place for travelers in search of adventure and relaxation. Located in the heart of vibrant Corsica, Marina Viva is the ideal base from which to explore the island's treasures. Take advantage of its sandy beaches for a relaxing day under the Mediterranean sun, or embark on water sports activities such as sailing and jet-skiing. For nature lovers, an excursion to the nearby Corsican maquis trails offers spectacular views and immersion in the island's unique biodiversity. In the evening, explore the local restaurants where you can savor authentic Corsican specialties while enjoying a breathtaking view of the sunset. Whether you're on vacation as a family, a couple or with friends, Marina Viva in Ajaccio offers a multitude of options to enrich your stay in Corsica.

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In the footsteps of Napoleon

Emblematic of beautiful Ajaccio, Napoleon Bonaparte was born here, in one of the cobbled streets of the Old Town. It was on the Place d'Austerlitz, sheltered by the rocks, that the Emperor dreamed of conquests during his childhood. Take advantage of your all-inclusive trip to Ajaccio to admire the statue of Napoleon that stands there today.

As for his childhood home, it can be discovered in the cobbled streets of Ajaccio. A visit to the Bonaparte mansion invites you into the intimacy of this family, from period furniture to antiques.

And to combine an encounter with the great Italian masters with that of Napoleon, take advantage of your stay in Ajaccio to push open the doors of the Palais Fesch. Works by Botticelli and Titian introduce your cultural tour, before discovering the portraits of the Bonaparte family.

Place d'Austerliz, Ajaccio
Place d'Austerliz, Ajaccio
Ajaccio from the sky
Ajaccio from the sky

The art of dining in Ajaccio

Between the smells emanating from the kitchens and the tables set along the cobbled alleys, Ajaccio invites you to feast on its specialties.

In the capital of southern Corsica, as in Porto-Vecchiostreet-food rubs shoulders with fine dining. Succumb to the sweet aroma of chard or the intensity of brocciu in Bastelles ajacciennes (typically Corsican filled doughnuts).

At the end of the meal, the fruity aromas of myrtle liqueur instantly transport you to the heart of the maquis.

A Nepita offers refined, market-driven cuisine. It's the right address in Ajaccio for your all-inclusive trip.

The Port of Ajaccio
The Port of Ajaccio
Ajaccio market
Ajaccio market

Between the vines

North of Ajaccio, between mountains, gulfs and scrubland, Clos d'Alzeto is Corsica's highest vineyard. During your stay in South Corsica, taste the finesse of its wines and enjoy the slightly spicy taste of its golden olive oil.

For five generations, the Albertini family has passed on its ancestral knowledge and passion for the vines while respecting the natural environment.

Wind your way through the vines and along the slopes to the winery to enter the intimacy of this family estate with its Corsican character.

Our selection of Michelin-starred hotels for your all-inclusive trip to Ajaccio

  • Hôtel Napoléon, for an imperial night in old Ajaccio
  • Hotel Dolce Vita, where the Sanguinaires Islands appear on the horizon
  • Hotel Campo dell'Oro, with its breathtaking swimming pool and renowned restaurant
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