10-Day Corsica Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 10-day Corsica tour itineraries

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• 8 Day Corsica Itinerary, incl. Nice and Ajaccio

  The 8-day Corsican route highlights UNESCO's Gulf of Porto, Scandola Nature Reserve, and Bonifacio's limestone cliffs. Napoleon's birthplace in Ajaccio, Porto-Vecchio's beaches, and Cap Corse's wineries await visitors. The trip includes 7 nights aboard MV La Belle des Océans for around $2,800.

  

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  • Day 1

    Nice to Corsica

    Plan to arrive in Nice a day before your departure to avoid any stress. Most Mediterranean cruises leave the port around 6 PM, and summer traffic from Nice Airport can be unpredictable. The overnight sailing to Corsica takes 7-8 hours, giving you a peaceful night at sea.

    
  • Day 2

    Gulf of Porto & Ajaccio

    Your morning welcomes you with views of the UNESCO-listed Gulf of Porto. Visit the Scandola Nature Reserve's red cliffs between 9-11 AM for the best photos. Spend your afternoon in Ajaccio, Napoleon's birthplace, exploring the historic center once the intense heat subsides. A previous visitor shared: "Watching the sunset over the Îles Sanguinaires while sipping myrtle liqueur was magical but bring a light jacket as the evening sea breeze gets cool."

    
  • Day 3

    Calanques de Piana

    Take a small boat tour of the Calanques de Piana in the morning when the sea is calm and the red granite glows in the early light. Stop by Porto village for lunch at one of the harbor's seafood restaurants. Visit the Maison Bonaparte museum but skip the busy 2-4 PM window when tour groups fill the space.

    
  • Day 4

    Bonifacio

    Start your day at Bonifacio's medieval citadel. Climb the King of Aragon's Stairway (187 steps) early before it gets hot. The limestone steps can be slippery so wear shoes with good grip. Take an afternoon boat to the Lavezzi Islands for pristine beaches and unique granite formations. Bring plenty of water and sunscreen since the islands offer little shade.

    
  • Day 5

    Porto-Vecchio

    Visit the 16th-century citadel in Porto-Vecchio for morning views of the marina. Get to Palombaggia Beach before 10 AM to find a good spot on what many call Corsica's most beautiful beach. Your afternoon cruise to Bastia offers amazing views along the eastern coast.

    
  • Day 6

    Cap Corse & Bastia

    Travel the Cap Corse peninsula after breakfast to see Corsica's wild northern tip. The coastal road is winding so it's better to drive on a light stomach. Save the Patrimonio wine tasting for late afternoon when tasting rooms are quieter.

    
  • Day 7

    L'Ile-Rousse & Calvi

    Enjoy L'Ile-Rousse's beaches in the morning then head to Calvi's citadel. Walk up to Notre Dame de la Serra chapel outside peak heat hours for panoramic views. Visit the Balagne region's hilltop villages in late afternoon when local life picks up and restaurants start preparing dinner.

    
  • Day 8

    Return to Nice

    Your cruise arrives in Nice around 9 AM. Book afternoon flights to avoid morning port traffic, which gets especially heavy in summer.

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• 8 Days in Corsica, incl. Bastia and Calvi

  Pedal through Bastia's historic port, Centuri's fishing village, Saint Florent's marina, and Calvi's citadel on this 8-day cycling adventure. The GT20 cycling path connects vineyards, beaches, and authentic villages. Cyclists rest at 3-star seaside hotels.

  

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  • Day 1

    Bastia

    Start in Bastia and visit the 14th-century citadel (La Bastille) that named the city. After your flight, explore the flat port area first to get your bearings before tackling the old town's steep streets. Visit the citadel ramparts in late afternoon for the best photos of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

    
  • Day 2

    Bastia to Centuri (42 km)

    Cycle the northern coast through woodland and past historic Genoese towers. The coastal road offers great views so plan for photo stops. End your day in Centuri, France's main lobster port. Book dinner at Le Vieux Moulin where they serve lobster caught fresh that day.

    
  • Day 3

    Centuri to Saint Florent (35 km)

    Visit Patrimonio, known for its wines. Start early to beat the heat. The e-bike helps with the hills. Stop at Domaine Orenga de Gaffory after 10 AM for wine tasting. You'll see beautiful views of the gulf as you ride down to Saint Florent. In the evening, head to Place des Portes to watch the sunset with locals.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Saint Florent to Monticello to Calvi

    Ride through the Agriates Desert region. Bring extra water since services are limited. The route to Monticello passes olive groves and small villages. Take a break in Monticello's square where locals play pétanque. Next day, follow the Balagne coast to Calvi with stops at hidden beaches.

    
  • Day 6

    Calvi

    Use this rest day to see Calvi's Genoese citadel, said to be Christopher Columbus's birthplace. Visit the morning market in the lower town before 8 AM when vendors set up. Optional bike routes available if you want to ride.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Calvi to Bastia

    Take the scenic 3.5-hour train back to Bastia along the coast. Spend your last afternoon at Bastia's Old Port watching fishing boats return. Book your final dinner early since port restaurants fill up in peak season.

    

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• Corsica Grand Tour - Walking & Hiking

  

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  • Ajaccio France

    22 mi

  • Piana France

    4 mi

  • Porto France

    21 mi

  • Calvi France

    39 mi

  • Erbalunga France

    10 mi

  • Saint-Florent France

    3 mi

  • Patrimonio France

    7 mi
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  • Erbalunga France

    5 mi

  • Bastia France

    30 mi

  • Corte France

    50 mi

  • Porto-Vecchio France

    15 mi

  • Bonifacio France

    18 mi

  • Sartene France

    23 mi

  • Ajaccio France

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