Your Week in Corsica

June 17 - 26

In the Heart of the Mediterranean: A French island between France and Italy, Corsica is known for its turquoise waters, rugged mountains, and wild natural beauty with half of the island being protected land.
Rich in History: From Greek and Genoese influences, to being the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, Corsica’s past is as colorful as its landscapes.
Unique culture: Home to about 350,000 people, Corsica proudly blends French culture with its own strong traditions and Corsican language.
Flavors of the Island: Known for its delicious cheeses, charcuterie, chestnut treats, wines and more, made under the Mediterranean sun.

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Arrive in Bastia and take a private shuttle to your hotel.
Settle in and meet your guide for a walking tour of the city.
Explore the Old Port and the Saint Jean-Baptiste Church
Climb the staircase to the citadel and visit the Cathedral Sainte-Marie and the nearby Oratoire Sainte-Croix.

Drive through the Agriates Desert, bordered by mountains to the south and the Mediterranean Sea on the other sides.
Visit Sant’Antonino, a 9th-century hilltop village.
Lunch in Cateri.
Continue to Calvi for a tour of the Citadel.
Dinner and overnight stay in Calvi.

Tour of Corte, Corsica’s historic capital.
Ride a small train to the Citadel (built in 1419,) visit Place Gaffory, the Church of the Annunciation and the National Palace.
Enjoy lunch before driving through the Scala di Santa Regina.
Dinner and overnight stay in Porto.

Boat trip to the Scandola Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stop in the secluded village of Girolata, reachable only by boat or on foot.
After lunch, visit the village of Piana and its Calanques.
Return to Ajaccio for dinner and an overnight stay.

Guided tour of Ajaccio, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Explore the 14th-century Genoese citadel.
After lunch, tour an essential oil distillery in Ocana
Visit the Jardin des Abeilles to learn about Corsica’s black bee and its renowned AOP honey.
Return to Ajaccio for dinner and an overnight stay.

Scenic drive through the Bavella region, known for dramatic landscapes, and the Bavella Needles.
Visit the fortified city of Sartène.
Lunch in Zonza.
Continue toward Porto-Vecchio, passing through l’Ospedale village with sweeping views of Sardinia.
Make a brief stop in Porto-Vecchio’s Old Town and marina.
Proceed to Bonifacio for dinner and an overnight stay.

Boat trip to the Lavezzi Islands nature preserve, enjoying striking cliffs and panoramic views of Bonifacio.
Ride the train up to the Citadel for lunch.
Explore Bonifacio with free time for shopping.
End the day with dinner and an overnight stay in Bonifacio.

Transfer by private shuttle to Figari Airport (FSC) for your flight home.