Adventurer stay in Corsica with Gravel Up

3 days of adventure with day rides from our Base Camp. Discover the mountains in the heart of Corsica with cols to climb and incredible 360 views out to sea.

A PROGRAM 100% CREATED BY GRAVEL UP

 

Meet us at our base camp located in the region of Sartene for a discovery of Gravel and the wonders of the island of beauty. An adventure to discover an authentic and unique land, and which will allow you to exceed physically.

Our guide will help you to understand the particularity of the Gravel bikes and will give you precious riding tips. The goal is to make you feel as comfortable as possible and enjoy the scenery.

Our passionate host will tell you the story of his eco-shepherd's hut that he built with his own hands. A life project for this epicurean in love with travel, cooking and human encounters. 

During 3 days we will take you on the paths of the Alta Rocca, through the vineyards and to discover the south of the island.

Moments of well-being - yoga, meditation, relaxation - will allow you to disconnect to better reconnect and make the most of this unique experience in a splendid setting.

This is the ideal expedition to get a taste of the cycling adventure and to discover the southern Corsican territory from a completely different angle. Our guide will make you fall under the charm of his island, by riding it off the beaten track! 

 

DAILY DISTANCE:40 - 60 KM

 

DAILY ELEVATION:500 - 1000M+

 

DIFFICULTY:4 / 10

 

 

 

DEPARTURE DATES:

APRIL 20, 2023
MAY 11, 2023
MAY 26, 2023
JUNE 1, 2023
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
OCTOBER 12, 2023

 

Join a group of 8 to 12 people to live a unique experience. Bring your bike or rent ours (extra charge). Electric gravel bikes available too.

 

Possibility to privatise the group from 8 people -  contact  us for more information.

 

 

PREPARATION & EQUIPMENT

 

 

GUIDE

We select for you local guides, passionate about their territory.

Bike mechanic, bike shop manager and even eco-guard on the Coscione plateau, our guide is the best person to help you discover Corsica. Anecdotes, encounters and sharing of experiences, he/she will make sure that you have an unforgettable stay and above all that you soak up as much as possible of this fabulous territory.

Spoken languages: French, English

State certified for bike guiding (BPJEPS), he/she will make sure you are safe and will share with you various tips and tricks on how to ride the Corsican trails.

 

 

 

GRAVEL BIKE

We propose you on this destination the Gravel 3T Exploro (or equivalent)

A Gravel bike that can handle any surface, from asphalt to singletrack to steep trails. An all-road spirit, but with aggressive geometry and aerodynamics that feel almost identical to a road bike. But it's really off-road on our unique tracks that you'll see its versatility, offering comfort and control. Its weight, very modest for such a robust bike, helps a lot on steep climbs.

 

 

 

EGRAVEL BIKE

On this destination you will be able to ride the eGravel 3T Exploro RaceMax Boost (or equivalent).

The Exploro Racemax Boost e-bike is perfect for gravel & all-road riding. It’s light yet tough, agile yet planted and fast yet fun.

This makes the Racemax Boost a great range-extender on your gravel adventure. Or it can help you keep up with faster friends on road and gravel rides.

The RaceMax Boost feels every inch the same as the standard RaceMax, with one difference – when the dirt road heads upwards, you can add extra boost for greater traction, this additional power keeping you pedalling up trails you’d otherwise have no right to be riding.

 

 

 

EQUIPMENT

The complete list will be sent to you a few weeks before your expedition. You will find here the few essential items that you may not have at home:

  • Cycling shorts with chamois to be more comfortable
  • Bike gloves to avoid blisters
  • Cycling shoes

 

 

 

 

PHYSICAL PREPARATION

The territories we cross offer an environment that can sometimes be demanding depending on the weather conditions. We evolve in a mountainous landscape where the cumulative difference in altitude can quickly be important.

To fully enjoy this expedition, we recommend that you practice an endurance sport such as jogging, swimming or cycling, at least once a week. Having already done at least 3 hours of cycling will allow you to feel more comfortable and to better enjoy the breathtaking landscapes you will cross.

The use of automatic pedals is recommended but not mandatory, we allow the use of flat pedals. It is important to be able to stand up on the pedals in order to negotiate certain descents and climbs.

 

 

 

HOW TO GET THERE ?

  • By plane : Figari airport
  • By car : Meet us directly at our base camp "Tribu".
  • By boat : Ajaccio or Porto Vecchio

As soon as you arrive, our teams will take care of you and drive you directly to our base camp where the beyond biking experience takes its full meaning. The disconnection can begin, do not worry about anything, we take care of everything!

On your first day, we will meet you at 6pm. For the last day, plan a departure from our base camp at 4pm.

 

Further information

Book now your stay for the 2023 season and take advantage of the "Early Bird" rate of 1490 € (instead of 1750 €) valid until January 31st 2023.

Benefits

THIS IS INCLUDED

 

AT THE CAMP
  • Return transfer from Figari airport
  • All food for the stay
  • Accommodation 3 nights in a double room (single option at extra cost)
  • A great welcome pack
  • A mechanic who will share his secrets with you

 

 

ON GRAVEL
  • A professional and local guide
  • Unique tracks designed by the GravelUp Team
  • Assistance and transportation van

 

 

BEYOND GRAVEL
  • Wellness activities - Yoga, meditation, relaxation
  • Visits to various historical and cultural sites
  • An evening of celebration
  • A community of enthusiasts

 

 

THIS IS NOT INCLUDED

 

  • Transportation from your home
  • Travel insurance for repatriation and civil liability
  • Personal drinks and other souvenir purchases
  • Anything not specified in "What's Included"
  • Bike r

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