Summer charm in the heart of Ajaccio

Hôtel L'Albion*** in Ajaccio

Stay 8 days and 7 nights

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Ajaccio, the jewel of Corsica, opens its doors to you this summer for an exploration rich in discovery. Immerse yourself in a world where culture and history mingle with architectural marvels and unique gastronomic flavors. Embrace the spirit of discovery that characterizes Ajaccio, a city of hidden treasures, between the splendor of ancient palaces and imperial heritage. Let yourself be tempted by an escapade beyond the bewitching shores, to picturesque villages nestled high up, offering breathtaking panoramas of the gulfs of Ajaccio and Sagone and an authentic plunge into the imperial dolce vita.

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In the heart of the mountains

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

Full program

24 steps distributed over 8 days

Day 1 : Ajaccio

Departure

Airports

Arrival at Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport

Arrival at Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport.

9 min

By car

7.1 km

Villages with character

Welcome to Ajaccio, a temperament as mild as its temperatures.

Its name alone evokes Dolce Vita, sun-drenched terraces, lively streets leading down to the fishing and yachting harbors with their Corsican accents, the shade of palm trees and an Empire spirit. Ajaccio, the hectic, central "capital of the south", knows how to adorn itself with gentleness and authenticity, and abounds in heritage treasures.

1 min

By car

927 m

Hotels

Hôtel L'Albion*** in Ajaccio

1 min

By car

1.0 km

Day 2 : Ajaccio

1 min

By car

1.0 km

Museums & attractions

Visit Ajaccio without counting the cost

Our 24-hour package gives you access to a selection of must-see sites.

1 min

By car

1.0 km

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Hôtel L'Albion*** in Ajaccio

16 min

By car

15 km

Day 3 : Ajaccio

16 min

By car

15 km

Bathing places

Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation.

This very wide beach with golden sand and a magnificent view of Ajaccio is busy but very pleasant. There's everything you need for eating and shopping (restaurants, ice-cream parlors, cafés and souvenir stores), as well as for water sports (sailing school, diving club, pedalo, jet ski, kayak or paddle rentals, beach volleyball court).

14 min

By car

10 km

Hiking

Walk around the Isolella tower

On the Isolella peninsula, this short stroll will take you to the magnificent Anse Sainte-Barbe, then up to the foot of the Tour génoise de l'Isolella for a fine view of the Gulf of Ajaccio. Duration: 55 min. Difficulty: Easy

7 min

By car

5.8 km

Highlights

Bathing places

A beach, a little paradise

If you're looking for a feast for the eyes, we recommend you visit this heavenly beach.

32 min

By car

29 km

Hotels

Hôtel L'Albion*** in Ajaccio

45 min

By car

46 km

Day 4 : Ajaccio

45 min

By car

46 km

Natural heritage

Follow forest paths to a waterfall

Take to the paths of the deep Vizzavona forest, located in the heart of Corsica, to follow several waterfalls and natural baths.

1 min

By car

1.3 km

Highlights

Bathing places

Walk to a waterfall

To reach the waterfall, enjoy a gentle family hike along a well-marked, shady path.

46 min

By car

48 km

Hotels

Hôtel L'Albion*** in Ajaccio

36 min

By car

33 km

Day 5 : Ajaccio

36 min

By car

33 km

Villages with character

A traditional Corsican village in the Ajaccio region

This typical mountain village, nestling on a hillside, overlooks and is reflected in the crystal-clear waters of the 115-hectare lake, the largest and most beautiful reservoir in Corsica. Lose yourself in the narrow stone streets of this superb village.

1 min

By car

502 m

Water point

Magnificent lake in the Ajaccio region

A man-made lake in the Corsican mountains awaits you. It's the perfect place to relax and enjoy the island's natural beauty. The area around the lake is protected, which means you can expect to see rare plants and animals. During the summer season, a watersports center is set up on the banks, offering a wide range of activities (pedalos, canoes, kayaks, fishing boats...).

16 min

By car

14 km

Leisure and recreation

The man who whispered in the ear of bees

An educational trail invites you to discover the secrets of the Corsican bee. The visit ends with a commented tasting of 5 honeys by the owner.

22 min

By car

20 km

Hotels

Hôtel L'Albion*** in Ajaccio

1 h 15 min

By car

71 km

Day 6 : Ajaccio

1 h 15 min

By car

71 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),

12 min

By car

11 km

Optional

Sea trip

Semi-submarine trip in Porto

From Porto, aboard a 12-seater semi-submarine boat, visit the Bay of Porto and its creeks.

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 27 min

By car

82 km

Hotels

Hôtel L'Albion*** in Ajaccio

15 min

By car

11 km

Day 7 : Ajaccio

15 min

By car

11 km

Highlights

Natural heritage

Ajaccio, a city of many natural sites

There's no shortage of dazzling natural sites, such as the Sanguinaires islets and the emblematic lighthouse described by Daudet standing out against the red rock, the Pointe de la Parata, Capo di Feno and Porticcio, a peninsula at the southern tip of the immense gulf, the largest in Corsica, with its wonderful coves and luminous beaches.

< 1 min

By car

68 m