| Departures | | From April to the end of October. |
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| COASTAL CYCLING AROUND THE CAP CORSE | price from 599 € | | Corsica - Leisure cycling - Family holiday - 7 days |
| This circuit will let you discover the littoral of Cape Corsica, flowing and peaceful on the East coast, wild and abrupt on the West side, as well as its inland with a specific and different nature each day. Throughout your stay you will come across many towers, all of them being the keepers of the coasts. You will meet inhabitants proud of their island who will make you share their enthusiasm and will make you discover the Corsican gastronomy. Corsica will not leave you indifferent! |
Day 1 Bastia
The tour starts in Bastia, capital of upper Corsica. Depending on your arrival time, you can visit the citadel, the old city and it's little harbour (excellent place for a good diner).
Night in Bastia. |
Day 2 From Bastia to Sisco
After breakfast, you take your bicycle and leave northwards; the road follows the coastline. Enjoy the views over the crystal clear waters and the numerous hidden creeks which could shelter you for a swim if you wish to. When you cross the little fisher village of Erbalunga, don't hesitate to stop for a moment in this charming place.
Night in Sisco.
Riding distance: 15km or 30km |  |
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Day 3 From Sisco to Macinaggio
Still following the coastal road, today you'll have the possibility to take a swim in one of the many little creeks. Once you have reached Macinaggio you can whether relax at the beach or go for a short walk on the well-know path "Sentier des Douaniers".
Night in Macinaggio
Riding distance: 22km. |
Day 4 From Macinaggio to Giottani
A wonderful day to enjoy the stunning views you'll have from the road, which is winding along the coast and its cliffs. Corsica in full beauty! Tonight you will stay at the Marina di Giottani, with a nice little fishing harbour.
Riding distance: 35km |  |
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Day 5 From Giottani to Saint-Florent
Todays highlight will probably be Nonza, one of the most spectacular villages of Corsica. It overlooks a "black beach" and from the beautiful Genoese tower you will have a rare view over the coast. The landscapes changes to limestone’s mountains and vineyards (you can stop at Patrimonio for a little wine tasting). Your over night stop is Saint Florent, where you have to visit the citadel and the harbour!
Riding distance: 35km |  |
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Day 6 From Saint-Florent to Bastia
Last but not least, this stage is the toughest, with the climb to the pass of Teghime (+536 Metres). There you can see both coasts; the gulf of St Florent on the west and the Marana beach on the east.
Night in Bastia.
Riding distance: 27km |  |
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Day 7 Bastia
End of stay after your breakfast. |
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| Details | Starting point
Bastia
End
Bastia
Accommodation
Nights in hotels, auberges and guest-houses in rooms of 2 persons. Mostly 2 stars accommodation.
Number of people
Minimum of 2 persons
Level of difficulty
Open to everyone able to ride from 17 to 32 Kms a day. A nice trip for a family with young cyclists!
Carrying
The transfers of your luggage is ensured by vehicle. Thus you only have to carry your things needed for the day (picnic, camera...).
Options
- Single room : 177€
- July / August departure : 39€
- Hybride bikes 21 Speed : 90€
- Trip without luggage transfer : -180€
- Single room July&August : 242€
- Cycling Corsica jersey : 39€
- Triple room : -60€
Included
The transfer of the luggage, local assistance, nights in double rooms in inns, hotels or guesthouses.
Not included
Transfer to the meeting point and to the drop off point, the transfer not planned in the program, the meals, the bikes, the insurances, drinks, the visits of sites, the optional activities and the personal expenses.
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