The irresistible Corsica
Tour of 11 days and 10 nights
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A complete itinerary between sea, mountains and citadels.
Succumb to the island's irresistible charm, let us surprise you on this self-guided tour meticulously prepared for you, to iconic places and breathtaking landscapes, where each stage of the journey reveals a unique aspect of this land of contrasts: Ajaccio, the imperial city and its natural gems, Bonifacio, the magnificent and its limestone cliffs, Corte, the historic heart of Corsica, Ile-Rousse, the land of artisans and the breathtakingly beautiful Cap Corse. We'll give you our top tips and secret addresses to enhance this one-to-one trip with Corsica. Get ready for an intimate love affair with Corsica!
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Prices for 10 nights in room Chambre Standard Autotour for 2 persons, formula Petit-déjeuner, with transport from MARSEILLE, for a departure on 1 October 2026
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Full program
52 steps distributed over 11 days
Day 1 : Ajaccio
Departure
Airports
Arrival at Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport
Arrival at Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport.
8 min
By car
6.2 km
1
Car rental
Car rental in Ajaccio
You'll pick up your rental car before setting off on the roads of Corsica.
1 min
By car
1.0 km
2
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
3
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Ajaccio
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Ajaccio
2 min
By car
1.0 km
Day 2 : Ajaccio
2 min
By car
1.0 km
4
Markets
Stroll through the Ajaccio market
This space is a veritable haven for lovers of fresh, local produce. Local producers proudly display their best specialties: tasty charcuterie, crisp canistrelli, authentic Corsican cheese tommes, as well as seasonal fruits and vegetables. A stroll here is a unique shopping experience where quality and tradition meet.
4 min
By car
1.5 km
5
Guided tours
Unusual visit to Ajaccio Citadel
Today, Ajaccio reveals its secrets to you on an unusual, fun and instructive tour, suitable for all ages, so you can learn while having fun!
17 min
By car
12 km
6
Optional
Sea trip
Sailing on a top-of-the-range boat
Climb aboard a unique underwater vision vessel, in a small group, in the Gulf of Ajaccio towards the Sanguinaires Islands, during the day or at sunset.
7
Highlights
Natural heritage
Join a picturesque path leading to a lighthouse and a Genoese tower
Opposite, on the main island, colonies of seabirds nest in peace and quiet. It's also an exceptional natural site, renowned for its flamboyant sunsets.
17 min
By car
11 km
8
Restaurants
Restaurant with typical Corsican dishes, copious and delicious plates
Feeling hungry? Enjoy a delicious starter of zucchini fritters with mint, followed by veal tianu and a chestnut crème brûlée.
2 min
By car
1.2 km
9
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 20 min
By car
78 km
Day 3 : Bonifacio
1 h 20 min
By car
78 km
10
Villages with character
Explore the most Corsican of Corsican towns
This unmissable stopover in southern Corsica is so rich in discoveries and secrets that you absolutely must be guided: we'll tell you how!
1 min
By car
520 m
11
Producer
Open the door to a Moulinier producer
Patrick offers olive oil tastings in an enchanting setting. Don't hesitate to go there, the place is charming and the products excellent.
11 min
By car
11 km
12
Producer
Immortal scents
This place is a hidden treasure for those who appreciate natural, authentic products. Specializing in the production of essential oils, this artisanal production is committed to capturing the pure essence of exceptional flora.
40 min
By car
40 km
13
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
14
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
937 m
Day 4 : Bonifacio
2 min
By car
937 m
15
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.
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Sites and historical monuments
Discover Bonifacio differently
This tourist attraction in Bonifacio is a historic monument, offering a unique experience and a breathtaking view of the sea, Sardinia and the cliffs! The view is breathtaking, almost unreal. The long walk below amplifies this visual experience, worthy of a cinema film.
< 1 min
By car
354 m
17
Sites and historical monuments
Visit France's highest bastion
The bastion is an emblematic place to visit: you'll travel through the centuries and understand a little more about the city by visiting the landscaped garden with its 10 views, as well as the "1,000 years of history" exhibition in the underground rooms. Dating from the 15th century, dominating the port from its 25-metre height, it is the highest bastion in France. This imposing structure is the centerpiece of the fortifications!
1 min
By car
272 m
18
Highlights
Tasting
A treasure cellar not to be missed
Jean-Jacques will share his passion for liqueur with you. You're sure to appreciate this atypical address with its original recipes. Smell and taste his creations during an intoxicating tasting session enhanced by charcuterie and cheese from the island of beauty.
1 min
By car
379 m
19
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
30 min
By car
27 km
Day 5 : Corte
30 min
By car
27 km
20
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.
19 min
By car
13 km
21
Highlights
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.
1 h 38 min
By car
86 km
22
Natural heritage
A spectacular drive
The ride is spectacular, with narrow roads and tight bends over 4 km. The narrowness of the gorge gives you the impression of driving through a canyon. Prepare to be dazzled!
54 min
By car
52 km
23
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
24
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Corte
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Corte
Day 6 : Corte
25
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.
26
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
27
Highlights
Producer
Eat delicious cheeses in a sheepfold
Enjoy a moment of conviviality over succulent cheese platters accompanied by bread and wine.
2 h 01 min
By car
102 km
28
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Corte
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in and around Corte
39 min
By car
39 km
Day 7 : L'Île-Rousse
39 min
By car
39 km
29
Villages with character
Like us, you'll love this village
Along the way, take a stroll through a medieval village, classified as a village in bloom. Take a breath and admire the exceptional view of the Ostriconi and Agriate mountains. Download the village app and easily guide yourself through the streets.
10 min
By car
6.0 km
30
Producer
The best honey in France
In the heart of a wild maquis, an exceptional honey is created... Discover it now! It's made with respect for Corsican traditions, using sustainable beekeeping methods that ensure the well-being of the bees and the preservation of their environment.
31 min
By car
28 km
31
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 min
By car
644 m
32
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Île-Rousse
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Île-Rousse.
18 min
By car
14 km
Day 8 : L'Île-Rousse
18 min
By car
14 km
33
Optional
Sea trip
Grand tour at sea - Scandola, Girolata & Calanques de Piana - departure from Calvi (7h)
If you had to choose just one sailing trip, this is it.
Aboard a 12-seater RIB, set off on our most extensive tour of Scandola, Girolata and the Calanques de Piana, in a small group, with free time ashore, swimming and guided navigation. Free use of masks and snorkels and complimentary cold drinks.
Aboard a 12-seater RIB, set off on our most extensive tour of Scandola, Girolata and the Calanques de Piana, in a small group, with free time ashore, swimming and guided navigation. Free use of masks and snorkels and complimentary cold drinks.
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Natural heritage
Welcome to Balagne
From the turquoise of its beaches to the brown of its mountains, Balagne is a little Corsica in itself. Open your eyes: the villages of the hinterland are waiting to greet you. Say hello to pastoral Pietralba, embrace Italian Lama and admire elegant Novella, with its rich olive-growing past.
8 min
By car
6.4 km
35
Highlights
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.
8 min
By car
6.4 km
36
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.
18 min
By car
14 km
37
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Île-Rousse
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Île-Rousse.
17 min
By car
15 km
Day 9 : Bastia
17 min
By car
15 km
38
Bathing places
A Corsican wonderland to lay your towel on
Looking for one of Corsica's wildest and most beautiful beaches? It's just a few minutes' drive from Île-Rousse and easily accessible despite its isolated location. The site's intense beauty is a natural tableau of many landscapes.
38 min
By car
33 km
39
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!
10 min
By car
8.2 km
40
Villages with character
Succumb to the charm of Patrimonio
Along the way, let yourself be seduced by Patrimonio and its internationally renowned vineyards. With its 30 wineries, the region will delight the most delicate noses.
21 min
By car
18 km
41
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
42
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Bastia and surrounding area
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Bastia and surrounding area
5 min
By car
3.3 km
Day 10 : Bastia
5 min
By car
3.3 km
43
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!
6 min
By car
6.3 km
44
Villages with character
Coffee break in a typical village on the water's edge
Take your first break in a charming, typical village on the water's edge, where lively summer evenings are the order of the day, and which is nicknamed the painters' nest. The village's unique light and tranquil atmosphere make it an unmissable stopover.
50 min
By car
43 km
45
Villages with character
Admire a village, its vaults and cobbled streets
Admire an ancient village of Roman origin where stone is omnipresent, a real gem with its cobbled streets, numerous arches and Lauze roofs. The view of the sea from the port of Centuri is also magnificent.
45 min
By car
40 km
46
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.
38 min
By car
33 km
47
Hotels
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Bastia and surrounding area
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in Bastia and surrounding area
Day 11 : Lucciana
48
Villages with character
Bastia, an ancient fishing village
Any island roadtrip worth its salt has to include Bastia. Corsica's second largest city after Ajaccio, this former fishing village has lost none of its charm. Treat yourself to a coffee at dawn on the Vieux Port, stroll along Place Saint-Nicolas or curl up with your partner in the Jardin Romieu: it's like an air of dolce vita...
2 min
By car
877 m
49
Restaurants
Restaurant on the market square
Come and enjoy a moment of relaxation and indulgence, in the shade of the plane trees, on a convivial terrace. A superb address to discover and rediscover, for all lovers of fine Corsican cuisine.
21 min
By car
20 km
50
Car rental
Pick up your rental car at Bastia airport
Pick up your rental car at Bastia airport.
< 1 min
By car
32 m
Arrival
Airports
Return from Bastia airport
You'll take off from Bastia airport with plenty of memories and a promise to return!
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1144 €
per person
Price
This price includes
- 2 nights in Ajaccio, in a 2 or 3 star hotel in a double room with breakfasts
- 2 nights in Bonifacio, in a 2 or 3 star hotel in a double room with breakfasts
- 2 nights in Corte, in a 2 or 3 star hotel in a double room with breakfasts
- 2 nights in Ile-Rousse, in a 2 or 3 star hotel in a double room with breakfasts
- 2 nights in Bastia, in a 2 or 3 star hotel in a double room with breakfasts
- Car hire cat.B 10 days (other categories possible)
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
- Sailing on a top-of-the-range boat
- Catamaran in Bonifacio: half-day trip to the Lavezzi Islands
- Grand tour at sea - Scandola, Girolata & Calanques de Piana - departure from Calvi (7h)
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."