On the road to epicurean Haute-Corse

Tour of 11 days and 10 nights

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Epicurean (adjective): "One who invites pleasure".

The mellowness of a slice of brocciu at the end of a meal, the bronze sheen of an olive oil or the sea spray of a cliff... In Bastia, Corte and Balagne, each stage of this tour reminds you of the richness and intensity of Corsica's terroir. Between market stalls, in a local grocery store or in contact with passionate artisans, the senses are awakened and refined by exceptional products. Get inspired. We'll take care of the rest.

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Full program

44 steps distributed over 11 days

Day 1 : Bastia

Departure

Airports

Arrival at Bastia Poretta airport

Arrival at Bastia Poretta airport.

3 min

By car

1.1 km

Car rental

Car rental at Bastia airport

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

20 min

By car

20 km

Sites and historical monuments

Meet at Place Saint Nicolas

The square is the meeting place for Bastians of all ages, who love to meet up for lunch on the terrace or an aperitif with friends.

1 min

By car

1.1 km

Sites and historical monuments

A must-see garden awaits you in the heart of the city

From its belvedere, the garden meanders gracefully between standing vases, elegant statues, a refreshing fountain and long wrought-iron railings. This bucolic passageway, shaded by lush vegetation, offers a breathtaking view of the sea, creating a striking contrast with the incessant ballet of ships below.

< 1 min

By car

111 m

Restaurants

Let yourself be surprised by the beauty of this spot, combining delicious cuisine, creativity and curiosity.

The place is magnificent, a haven of peace with a beautiful terrace. It's ideal for a drink during the day or dinner in the evening: two different but exceptional atmospheres.

2 min

By car

1.5 km

Hotels

Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Bastia

29 min

By car

23 km

Day 2 : Bastia

29 min

By car

23 km

Sea trip

Take a shuttle to a little paradise on earth

Take a shuttle to a little paradise on earth. It's definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

1 min

By car

763 m

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!

29 min

By car

23 km

Sites and historical monuments

An unusual tour of Bastia

Discover Bastia in a different way, and take part in an unusual tour of the town through legends, unusual and strange facts. Visitors are transported into the world of the strange and the emotional through the looking glass of time. The concert and the tasting of Corsican products are privileged moments of exchange to better apprehend and love the Corsican soul.

1 min

By car

528 m

Hotels

Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Bastia

42 min

By car

36 km

Day 3 : Bastia

42 min

By car

36 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.

56 min

By car

52 km

Highlights

Villages with character

Climb to the Nonza tower

Stop off at a pretty fortified village perched like an eagle's nest above the sea on a cliff, offering a unique panorama of the Gulf of Saint-Florent. From here, you'll overlook the famous beach of black sand and pebbles.

23 min

By car

21 km

Restaurants

Experience a culinary adventure rich in flavors in a gourmet restaurant

An excellent restaurant that's as much a must for lunch as it is for dinner. The plates are beautifully presented, the service is impeccable and the flavors are simply exceptional. Considered by many to be the best restaurant in Saint-Florent, each dish is a veritable explosion of flavors that will delight every palate. You can go there with your eyes closed.

30 min

By car

25 km

Hotels

Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Bastia

1 h 26 min

By car

83 km

Day 4 : Corte

1 h 26 min

By car

83 km

Restaurants

If you love oysters and mussels, this is the place for you!

For the location, the family and holiday atmosphere, and that bit of folklore you'd expect to find at the water's edge in this aquaculture farm. Mussels and oysters are on the menu, along with dishes of the moment, just like in a vacation brasserie.

1 h

By car

58 km

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

680 m

Bed and breakfast

Farmhouse inn accommodation in double rooms with breakfasts in Corte

3 min

By car

1.3 km

Day 5 : Corte

3 min

By car

1.3 km

Museums & attractions

Europe's oldest grocery store

Join us in this rather surprising establishment. Passed down from generation to generation, this business has retained all its authenticity.

2 h 01 min

By car

102 km

Highlights

Producer

Eat delicious cheeses in a sheepfold

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

2 h

By car

102 km

Sites and historical monuments

Walking around Corte

You're sure to enjoy a stroll along the city's main thoroughfare, which comes alive day and night with shops and restaurants.

< 1 min

By car

395 m

Bed and breakfast

Farmhouse inn accommodation in double rooms with breakfasts in Corte

2 min

By car

1.1 km

Day 6 : Corte

2 min

By car

1.1 km

Museums & attractions

All you need to know about Corsican ethnology

Discover a unique place where the diversity of perspectives invites each visitor to shape his or her own vision of the island: an essential stopover for all those seeking to discover the soul of Corsica.

2 min

By car

893 m

Sites and historical monuments

An original and accessible walk along the muleteers' path

On this original walk, accessible to all, you'll follow in the footsteps of past civilizations and the great men who have made Corte an essential part of Corsican history.

2 min

By car

1.2 km

Sites and historical monuments

Climb up to the oldest part of the fortress

The Belvédère de Corte offers spectacular views of the Restonica Gorge, the old town and the perched citadel of Corte, a veritable emblem of Corsican history. This unique location combines natural beauty and cultural immersion, ideal for admiring the mountain landscape and immersing yourself in the soul of the island.

1 min

By car

589 m

Bed and breakfast

Farmhouse inn accommodation in double rooms with breakfasts in Corte

30 min

By car

27 km

Day 7 : Ota

30 min

By car

27 km

Villages with character

Discover a shepherds' village

This village of old houses of great character, set on the shores of a man-made lake, is one of the most magical postcards in the Corsican mountains. It's time to fill up on oxygen!

1 h 18 min

By car

74 km

Crafts

Discover the workshop of a cutlery blacksmith

An enthusiast invites you to discover his creations. His unique handmade knives are all Corsican-inspired. A beautiful moment of sharing.

8 min

By car

8.6 km

Highlights

Natural heritage

Cross the Calanques

Take a winding, narrow road through a natural work of art, absolutely worth the detour. A mute, frozen, petrified world set against the intense azure of the gulf. Guy de Maupassant wrote about the calanques in Une vie (1884),

17 min

By car

14 km

Hotels

Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Porto

10 min

By car

6.8 km

Day 8 : Calvi

10 min

By car

6.8 km

Villages with character

Immerse yourself in the splendour of the Gulf of Porto

Enter a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Gulf of Porto, with the respectful admiration it deserves. Its vertiginous cliffs of pink and red porphyry of volcanic origin and the dreamlike shapes of the rocks sculpted by erosion are an unforgettable natural spectacle.

1 h 22 min

By car

76 km

Sites and historical monuments

A visit to Calvi's citadel

Calvi's citadel, established in the 13th century, bears witness to the region's rich and tumultuous past. As you stroll along its ramparts and cobbled streets, you'll discover bastions, impressive fortifications and the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church. It's a journey through Genoese and Corsican history.

3 min

By car

863 m

Hotels

Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Calvi

Day 9 : 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 a 3-star hotel in Calvi

15 min

By car

13 km

Day 10 : Calvi

15 min

By car

13 km

Optional

Sea trip

Sailing - Gulf of Calvi departing from Calvi - 2 hours

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.

Optional

Sports activities

Electric scooter ride along a coastal path

Like new explorers, ride the Balagne in an original and 100% green way, accompanied by your local guide for 2 hours for a magical experience.

Crafts

Discover the work of a basket maker

Explore the skills of a passionate basket-maker, make your own basket and leave with a unique souvenir!

26 min

By car

22 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.

9 min

By car

6.7 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

Restaurants

Enjoy zucchini fritters with an exceptional view of the Balagne region

This family-run restaurant is well known to local gourmets. Joseph in the kitchen, Antonella serving, and Corsican products in the spotlight, fish from the fisherman, goat from Antoine's farm and generous plates! Gulf fish soup or peasant soup, lobster or Gulf lobster, rack of lamb or Brocciu omelette, everything smells of the land, tradition and hard work. For dessert, we hope you'll enjoy the fresh fruit sabayon.

26 min

By car

21 km

Hotels

Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Calvi

29 min

By car

24 km