| Departures | | You can choose your departure date, any day from the beginning of April through to the end of October. |
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| MARE E MONTI NORTH - 7 DAYS WITH BAG TRANSFERS | price from 525 € | | Corsica - Independent walking - 7 days |
| Here is a 7 days version of Mare e Monti, from Calvi to Porto, 7 days through Corsican paths in the middle of splendid landscapes. One of the more renowned circuits of Corsica. With passages in forests and in the bush, occasions for swimming in crystalline waters of natural swimming pools formed by the course of the rivers, all here is met to bring you an unforgettable stay! |
Day 1 From Calvi to Bonifatu
Morning Rendezvous at Calvi. Calvi is serviced by the airport, the maritime harbour and by the Corsican rail corporation. A transfer at Calenzana, the land of the olive trees, is organized from which you will start your hike up to Bonifatu. This step will be marked by the crossing of several rivers as well as by magnificent viewpoints on the typical town of Balagne.
Hike of about 4H45.
+590M, -287M. |  |
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Day 2 From Bonifatu to Tuarelli
After the breakfast, you leave Bonifatu and penetrate into beautiful forests of green oaks and of maritime pines. The path passes a Pass then goes back down in forests while crossing some streams. The arrival at Tuarelli is the ideal moment to offer you a refreshing swim in the natural swimming pools.
Hike of about 6H00.
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Day 3 From Tuarelli to Galeria
This beautiful day of hiking brings you close to the sea and Gulf of Galéria. You will cross-delimited cultures by small rock walls and will enter into the famous Corsican scrub. Surrounded by the junipers and the strawberry trees, you will follow the river before attaining old sheepfolds then Galéria, your stage for the evening where you will be able to bathe by the seashore.
Hike of about 4H45.
+221M, -271M. |  |
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Day 4 From Galeria to Girolata
This leg takes you to the heart of the natural reserve of Scandola, site classified by the UNESCO. The creeks, the colour of the waters, the variety of the rocks makes this a unique place. The fishing town of Girolata is accessible only by sea or on foot. This makes this a heavenly place for the hikers. You will be able to bathe in splendid creeks and evening time come take advantage of an excellent meal, based on freshly caught fish, your feet practically in the water. This is the only leg of your stay where you will not find your principal luggage.
Hike of about 6H00.
+754M, -784M. |  |
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Day 5 From Girolata to Curzu
Taking the path of the customs officers, you will follow the sea before climbing back up towards the interior of the land under the shade of the trees. You will pass several crests that will give you the occasion of fantastic panoramas on the surroundings. You will arrive finally at Curzu, your stage of the day.
Hike of about 6H30.
+852M, -562M. |  |
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Day 6 From Curzu to Serriera
The itinerary of the day dominates the blue waters of the Gulf of Porto. You will cross a river and will be able to discover the hamlet, today abandoned, of Pinetu. From your refuge, you will be able descend to the beach of Bussaglia considered as the most beautiful of the bay of Porto.
Hike of about 3H30.
+364M, -604M. |
Day 7 From Serriera to Porto
After breakfast, a morning transfer is organized to Porto. You then can reach Calvi, Ajaccio or Corte by bus. |  |
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| Details | Starting point
Calvi.
End
Porto.
Accommodation
In gites. Do not forget your sleeping-bag. Possibility of choosing 5 nights in rooms of two persons (see the supplements).
Number of people
Minimum two.
Level of difficulty
This Classical Corsican trail uses very well marked paths. From 4 to 6 walking hours a day.
Carrying
Your main bag will be transferred by vehicle except in Girolata, you just have to carry your personal belongings and your picnic.
Options
- Reduction without luggage transfer : -130€
- Supplement for 5 nights in rooms of 2 persons : 85€
Included
All nights in gites, 6 evening meals, 6 breakfasts, luggages transfers except in Girolata, detailed route notes and maps.
Not included
Transfers to the meeting point and from the ending point, insurances, sites visits , luggage transfers to Girolata, optional transfers and activities, picnics (easy to find).
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