The intimacy of South Corsica
Tour of 11 days and 10 nights
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Intimacy (common noun): "Deep inner life, essential nature".
Far from mass tourism with its signposted paths and timed emotions, Corsicatours offers you a tête à tête with the Mediterranean sun. From remote mountains to confidential gulfs, from picturesque villages to unexpected panoramas, Corsica reveals its most beautiful secrets step by step.
Recover the taste of the diversions and let yourself be seduced by our intimate tour.
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Full program
39 steps distributed over 11 days
Day 1 : Bonifacio
Departure
Airports
Arrival at Figari airport
Arrival at Figari Sud Corse airport
1
Car rental
Car rental Figari airport
You'll pick up your rental car before setting off on the roads of Corsica.
24 min
By car
22 km
2
Highlights
Villages with character
Visit Bonifacio
Visit dazzling Bonifacio, like a fjord where luxurious yachts and sublime sailboats nestle, home to a bustling navy of cheerful restaurants and bars, and at the top, in high heels strongly discouraged for climbing, a Citadelle of steep, typical streets where the mansions are dangerously balanced on the emptiness of the chalk cliffs.
1 min
By car
461 m
3
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Bonifacio and surrounding area
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Bonifacio and surrounding area
2 min
By car
1.3 km
Day 2 : Bonifacio
2 min
By car
1.3 km
4
Optional
Sea trip
Catamaran in Bonifacio: half-day trip to the Lavezzi Islands
Experience an idyllic half-day aboard a catamaran, where every moment promises escape and adrenaline in a small group. You'll have the opportunity to actively participate in the maneuvers, making the experience even more immersive and rewarding. In short, it's the perfect day out. Once on board, the skipper will work with you to define the half-day program, taking into account your preferences and the weather conditions. The catamaran, accommodating between 8 and 16 passengers, is ideally designed for a quick getaway, allowing you to explore the wonderful Lavezzi, Cavallo and Ratino islands, or marvel at the legendary cliffs of Bonifacio.
Take full advantage of the anchorages to explore the seabed with the masks, snorkels and paddle boards available on board. Whether you want to trim the sails, take the helm, or even watch for dolphins, this cruise is open to all, regardless of age, and promises exceptional sailing and quality stopovers. This half-day at sea remains a privileged moment of discovery and relaxation, accessible to all who wish to live a unique maritime experience.
Take full advantage of the anchorages to explore the seabed with the masks, snorkels and paddle boards available on board. Whether you want to trim the sails, take the helm, or even watch for dolphins, this cruise is open to all, regardless of age, and promises exceptional sailing and quality stopovers. This half-day at sea remains a privileged moment of discovery and relaxation, accessible to all who wish to live a unique maritime experience.
5
Crafts
In the mood for ice cream?
Fancy a good ice cream? Visit the ice cream parlour, an institution in Bonifacio.
3 min
By car
1.4 km
6
Crafts
A knifemaker's infectious passion
Camille's communicative passion will seduce you with her exceptional knives.
1 min
By car
381 m
7
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Bonifacio and surrounding area
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Bonifacio and surrounding area
24 min
By car
22 km
Day 3 : Porto-Vecchio
24 min
By car
22 km
8
Restaurants
A waterfront restaurant
Here, everything is beautiful and everything is good! Generous portions, an exceptional setting, a refreshing decor and very attentive staff, like us you're going to love this place!
12 min
By car
7.6 km
9
Villages with character
Discover the town of Porto-Vecchio
The Porto-Vecchio region is not just about famous beaches like Palombaggia, Santa Giulia, Rondinara and other blond and turquoise wonders. In addition to the charm of the Haute-Ville and its Bastion, its irresistible lively terraces, its narrow streets with chic shop windows, and the view of its salt marshes, you'll find plenty to satisfy your eyes and your spirit just a stone's throw away.
< 1 min
By car
14 m
10
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Porto-Vecchio
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Porto-Vecchio
22 min
By car
15 km
Day 4 : Porto-Vecchio
22 min
By car
15 km
11
Bathing places
Go to the beach, one of the most beautiful
Don't miss this wonderful beach, one of the most beautiful on the island, a little paradise for young and old alike. The intense green of the umbrella pines, the turquoise blue and the flamboyant ochre of the rock.
24 min
By car
17 km
12
Crafts
Meet an essential oil producer
In the heart of a haven of peace, Isabelle, the jovial and dynamic farmer, picks, harvests and prepares the wild plants essential to her creations.
10 min
By car
5.7 km
13
Sea trip
Aperitif at sea from Porto-Vecchio
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable maritime experience as you embark in the late afternoon on a most unusual sea excursion. On board, let yourself be lulled by a carefully selected musical selection, creating the perfect ambiance for admiring the breathtaking spectacle of the sun setting over the horizon.
After a refreshing swim in the magnificent bay of Saint Cyprien, the adventure continues as you dock in a secret cove, out of sight, where a typically Corsican aperitif awaits you. Here you can savor local flavors with a selection of fine charcuterie, accompanied by muscatel, rosé and white wine, offering a veritable feast for the senses. This sea excursion is an experience not to be missed under any circumstances, a real must for discovering the beauty and hidden treasures of Corsica in an extraordinary atmosphere.
After a refreshing swim in the magnificent bay of Saint Cyprien, the adventure continues as you dock in a secret cove, out of sight, where a typically Corsican aperitif awaits you. Here you can savor local flavors with a selection of fine charcuterie, accompanied by muscatel, rosé and white wine, offering a veritable feast for the senses. This sea excursion is an experience not to be missed under any circumstances, a real must for discovering the beauty and hidden treasures of Corsica in an extraordinary atmosphere.
2 min
By car
1.0 km
14
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Porto-Vecchio
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Porto-Vecchio
25 min
By car
23 km
Day 5 : Zonza
25 min
By car
23 km
15
Hiking
Hike to one of the seven wonders of Alta Rocca
Hike over a waterfall to one of the seven wonders of the Alta Rocca. Whether you're an experienced hiker or simply looking for a magnificent view, this waterfall is a must-see stop for anyone visiting the region.
25 min
By car
25 km
16
Highlights
Natural heritage
Bavella, fabulous!
Continue your journey to a grandiose site, famous for its needles, for a moment in the heart of nature.
9 min
By car
9.0 km
17
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Zonza
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Zonza
10 min
By car
8.6 km
Day 6 : Zonza
10 min
By car
8.6 km
18
Crafts
Visit a traditional cutlery factory
You're about to experience a moment of exchange with a passionate craftsman. Each piece, from the traditional Corsican knives that have made the company's reputation to one-off orders shipped to the four corners of the world, is the fruit of ancestral know-how and a spirit of collaboration.
5 min
By car
5.2 km
19
Restaurants
Treat yourself to a generous meal of Corsican cuisine
Skip it if you've got a bird's appetite! The plates are generous, the dishes numerous, and the traditional menu excellent. This sublime address is known and recognized throughout the region, so go there with your eyes closed.
2 min
By car
2.7 km
20
Sites and historical monuments
Visit archaeological sites
Take a trip back in time through a forest in the heart of an unspoilt environment.
18 min
By car
16 km
21
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Zonza
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Zonza
15 min
By car
13 km
Day 7 : Ajaccio
15 min
By car
13 km
22
Hiking
An educational hike of 1h30 or 3 h
Discover a new way to explore the area and its heritage, at Serra di Scopamena! A footpath takes you to the summit, which overlooks the entire Alta Rocca region and offers magnificent panoramic views. Numerous heritage features, such as charcoal kilns, threshing floors and many other surprises, still reflect the life of the area.
1 h 15 min
By car
72 km
23
Villages with character
Welcome to Ajaccio, with 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.
2 min
By car
1.2 km
24
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Ajaccio
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Ajaccio
17 min
By car
12 km
Day 8 : Ajaccio
17 min
By car
12 km
25
Optional
Leisure and recreation
Discovering birds
Learn how to spot and recognise birds on a nature outing guided by an ornithologist naturalist, in the Liamone valley or in the Ajaccio region, two ideal sites for birdwatching. As you go along, you'll learn to observe, listen to and identify local species, understand their behaviour and decipher their songs, in an unspoilt environment.
As you go along, you'll learn to observe, listen to and identify local species, understand their behaviour and decipher their songs, all in an unspoilt environment.The outings generally take place over a morning, with the possibility of sharing a picnic to extend the exchange.An ideal experience for learning, taking your time and letting yourself be surprised... after all, it's the holidays.
As you go along, you'll learn to observe, listen to and identify local species, understand their behaviour and decipher their songs, all in an unspoilt environment.The outings generally take place over a morning, with the possibility of sharing a picnic to extend the exchange.An ideal experience for learning, taking your time and letting yourself be surprised... after all, it's the holidays.
26
Hiking
A walk through plants
A stroll to discover the plant species of a large site.
7 min
By car
5.0 km
27
Leisure and recreation
Scuba diving in Ajaccio
Ideally located, a diving club will take you to superb sites that are often little visited. You can visit the skull and crossbones site with a great team and top-quality supervision, choose a diving baptism or go on a snorkeling tour.
11 min
By car
7.9 km
28
Optional
Tasting
Evening dinner at sea departing from Ajaccio
Imagine yourself on a state-of-the-art boat anchored in the Gulf of Ajaccio, tasting local Corsican products, a glass of wine in hand, lulled by the sound of guitars.
Depart for the Sanguinaires Islands at sunset.
Enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a Master Sommelier in the presence of the winemaker.
Depart for the Sanguinaires Islands at sunset.
Enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a Master Sommelier in the presence of the winemaker.
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Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Ajaccio
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Ajaccio
1 h 13 min
By car
69 km
Day 9 : Ota
1 h 13 min
By car
69 km
30
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
31
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 min
By car
191 m
32
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Porto and surrounding area
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Porto and surrounding area
14 min
By car
11 km
Day 10 : Ota
14 min
By car
11 km
33
Hiking
A walk along an old mule track
Take this path for a one-hour stroll: a beautiful paved path supported by a magnificent dry-stone wall, considered exceptional for the quality of its workmanship. In the early 19th century, it was the obligatory route for mule-riders.
13 min
By car
10 km
34
Optional
Sea trip
Sailing from Porto to the calanques of Piana (1h30)
From Porto, aboard a 12-seater motorboat, visit the must-see Calanques de Piana and Capo Rosso.
35
Highlights
Point of view
Don't miss the sunset in Porto
At the end of the day, head for the Porto marina.
perhaps the most flamboyant sunset you'll ever experience.
perhaps the most flamboyant sunset you'll ever experience.
6 min
By car
3.5 km
36
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Porto and surrounding area
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Porto and surrounding area
1 h 29 min
By car
83 km
Day 11 : Ajaccio
1 h 29 min
By car
83 km
37
Car rental
Pick up your rental car at Ajaccio airport
Pick up your rental car at Ajaccio airport.
2 min
By car
700 m
Arrival
Airports
Return from Ajaccio airport
You'll take off from Ajaccio airport with plenty of memories and a promise to return!
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Activities along the route
From
1495 €
per person
Price
This price includes
2 nights in Bonifacio, in a 2 or 3 star hotel in a double room with breakfasts
2 nights in Porto-Vecchio, in a 2 or 3 star hotel in a double room with breakfasts
2 nights in Zonza, in a 2 or 3 star hotel in a double room with breakfasts
2 nights in Ajaccio, in a 2 or 3 star hotel in a double room with breakfasts
2 nights in Porto, in a 2 or 3 star hotel in a double room with breakfasts (other accommodation available, please contact us)
Car hire cat. B over 10 days (other categories possible)
Aperitif at sea departing from Porto-Vecchio
Optional
Our local advisors have put together a number of optional offers to personalize your trip.
In addition to your program, you can choose to book with us:
- Air or sea transport
- Cancellation and repatriation insurance
Optional activities
- Catamaran in Bonifacio: half-day trip to the Lavezzi Islands
- Discovering birds
- Evening dinner at sea departing from Ajaccio
- Sailing from Porto to the calanques of Piana (1h30)
This price does not include
- Tourist taxes, extras, and personal expenses.
- Any optional meals not mentioned in "This price includes."
- Anything not mentioned in "This price includes."