Haute-Corse essentials

Tour of 8 days and 7 nights

Move By car

3 stages to discover the highlights of Haute-Corse.

Don't worry about a thing, we've selected for you comfortable 2 or 3* hotels, breakfast included, located within a 35 km radius of your stopover town. This itinerary is a balanced suggestion but can be recomposed at your leisure. Let yourself be seduced by our irresistible invitation... and discover a multitude of faces and exceptional sites! We'll take care of booking your transportation (by sea with your car, or by air and car rental).

Towns and villages

Natural area preserved

Architectural Heritage

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This tour is 100% customizable. As a result, prices per person are given as a guide in mid and high season.

Full program

31 steps distributed over 8 days

Day 1 : Bastia

Departure

Airports

Arrival at Bastia Poretta airport

Arrival at Bastia Poretta airport.

< 1 min

By car

32 m

Car rental

Car rental at Bastia airport

You'll pick up your rental car before setting off on the roads of Corsica.

21 min

By car

20 km

Villages with character

Welcome to Bastia

Bastia's narrow streets, whose colors play with the reflections of the sun, possess an authentic Baroque charm. Its Old Port is a gentle invitation to simple pleasures, to be savored early in the morning, such as enjoying a coffee on a terrace while watching for the return of the fishermen. The pedestrianized Citadelle offers visitors a peaceful stroll.

< 1 min

By car

355 m

Hotels

Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Bastia and surrounding area

5 min

By car

3.3 km

Day 2 : Bastia

5 min

By car

3.3 km

Highlights

Natural heritage

Explore the roads of Cap Corse

The appeal of Cap Corse is irresistible: light-colored facades, contrasting with the blue of the sea, lauze roofs, Genoese towers, unforgettable hikes along the Sentiers des Douaniers, cheerful terraces and small fishing ports - what a program! This is another Corsica you're about to discover, and one that will enchant you!

36 min

By car

33 km

Villages with character

Macinaggio, a dream vacation destination

Macinaggio is a charming hamlet, the perfect place to spend a quiet vacation without being isolated from the rest of the world. Its marina, one of the most popular on Cap Corse, can accommodate up to 200 boats.

22 min

By car

19 km

Villages with character

Lunch at the small fishing port of Centuri

Savor the specialty of this adorable little fishing port at the tip of the Cape: lobster. We love the shimmering facades reflected in the green waters of the harbor, the little flowers everywhere, the fishing nets and the smell of bouillabaisse wafting from the restaurants.

1 h 06 min

By car

59 km

Tasting

In the mood for ice cream?

In Saint-Florent, a master ice-cream maker with three "Glaces artisanales de France" labels, presents his products where you can taste his emblematic vanilla-canistrelli flavor. Exquisite ice creams, homemade with exceptional island ingredients: honey, clementine, citron, brocciu and hazelnuts. A delight not to be missed!

28 min

By car

23 km

Hotels

Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Bastia and surrounding area

1 h 04 min

By car

58 km

Day 3 : Calvi

1 h 04 min

By car

58 km

Restaurants

Lunch in a Corsican snack bar

Enjoy lunch in a sublime setting, a little corner of paradise: with a sumptuous view and an extra warm welcome.

39 min

By car

34 km

Villages with character

Discover Calvi

The Genoese citadel of Calvi is a natural choice, dominating the beautiful sea and the half-moon-shaped bay from its ramparts and picturesque alleyways, brimming with brightly-colored boutiques and famous bars where celebrities, locals and travelers alike sing along. A festive city, it also appeals to lovers of cobbled streets and Baroque cathedrals. Its long beach, shaded by pine trees, attracts fans of fine golden sand every season.

9 min

By car

6.9 km

Crafts

Beer tasting during a guided tour

Discover delicious, high-quality Corsican craft beers on a guided tour of a brewery that blends authenticity and modernity. You'll also find Corsica's first organic lemonade, made with only 8% sugar and 100% natural ingredients!

10 min

By car

7.6 km

Optional

Leisure and recreation

Electric scooter tour of a vineyard

For 2 hours, you'll be guided by a charismatic, pleasant and patient guide, who'll instill confidence in you along the way. He's an enthusiast whose primary motivation is to help you discover a piece of his island in complete safety. Wine tasting at the end of the tour.

Hotels

Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Calvi

Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Calvi.

Day 4 : Calvi

Optional

4x4 tour

An unusual day in the mountains in a 4x4 with a guide

Experience an exceptional day exploring one of the most beautiful valleys in Haute Corse, at the wheel of a 4x4 driven by a guide who knows Corsica like the back of his hand. This extraordinary adventure will take you through breathtaking scenery, with carefully chosen stops to immortalize the moments with unforgettable photo memories. Thanks to his expert knowledge of the terrain, our guide will reveal secret natural pools, allowing you to bathe far from the usual tourist hustle and bustle. Get ready for a great moment of adventure and discovery, in a breathtaking natural setting that promises to make this day unforgettable.

Hotels

Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Calvi

Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Calvi.

< 1 min

By car

210 m

Day 5 : Calvi

< 1 min

By car

210 m

Sea trip

Sailing in the Gulf of Calvi from Calvi

Sail aboard a 12-person RIB in the Gulf of Calvi, along the coast to the pointe de la Revellata and to the grotte des veaux marins, weather permitting, or to the pointe de Spano, then enjoy a swim in the turquoise waters of a cove before returning to port. Included: masks, snorkels and soft drinks.

27 min

By car

23 km

Villages with character

The soul of Corsican craftsmanship can be found in this village

Explore an enchanting hilltop village where creative craftsmen vie with each other in imagination and talent, as polyphonic music echoes along the charming typical alleyways.

9 min

By car

6.7 km

Highlights

Villages with character

Climb up to Corsica's oldest village

Let yourself be enchanted by one of Corsica's most beautiful villages, as you stroll through its charming streets and look for relics of the past.

26 min

By car

21 km

Hotels

Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Calvi

Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Calvi.

29 min

By car

24 km

Day 6 : Corte

29 min

By car

24 km

Villages with character

Discover the town of Île-Rousse

Let yourself be transported by Île-Rousse, a town of irresistible charm, where the azure blue of the Mediterranean meets the glowing hues of the granite islets. This jewel of the Balagne region invites you to stroll through its sun-drenched streets, savor authentic local products and marvel at its breathtaking panoramas. Let yourself be seduced by its unique atmosphere, a blend of unspoilt nature and the gentle way of life, for a stay steeped in Corsican magic.

1 h 03 min

By car

63 km

Optional

Leisure and recreation

Donkey rides in Balagne

Experience the thrill of a self-guided donkey ride on a marked trail with a passionate donkey breeder. A fascinating time of exchange!

Villages with character

Welcome to Corte

Arriving in Corte, you'll be pleasantly surprised to discover the town, built at the foot of a citadel perched on a 100-metre-high rocky outcrop! This picturesque town is very popular with tourists who love history and nature.

2 min

By car

682 m

Hotels

Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Corte

< 1 min

By car

268 m

Day 7 : Corte

< 1 min

By car

268 m

Sports activities

Get around by bike with a VAE

With a VAE, you can put your foot down, enjoy the scenery and treat yourself to a sporting feat with 1,000 meters of ascent without suffering thanks to electric assistance. It's the perfect option for those who want to combine exploration and physical activity without too much fatigue.

2 h 01 min

By car

102 km

Producer

Eat delicious cheeses in a sheepfold

Enjoy a moment of conviviality over succulent cheese platters accompanied by bread and wine.

< 1 min

By car

103 m

Hiking

Hike to the lakes

Take an unmissable medium-difficulty hike to a mountain lake. Our tip: if you don't want to climb up to the lakes, don't hesitate to take the short walk to the sheepfolds, the scenery is splendid (4km).

2 h 01 min

By car

102 km

Hotels

Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Corte

3 min

By car

1.3 km