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Guided hike from Cap Corse to Saint Florent with Corsica Aventure
CORSICA AVENTURE
Discover the far north of the island on a unique trip combining seaside walks and ridge hikes, in a small group of 8 with a guide and minibus. Accommodation in a 3-star hotel.
We have put together an original itinerary for you in an authentic land, far from the tourist hustle and bustle, nicknamed “the island within the island.” After exploring the Cap d'Agde headland via the coastal path, you will discover the iconic Agriates desert and the hilltop villages of Nebbiu, true historical treasures offering sumptuous sunsets.
Your day-by-day itinerary
DAY 1 From Bastia to Macinaggio
Welcome in Bastia in front of the tourist office. Meet your guide and the other participants in the hike. Transfer to the seaside village of Macinaggio. Along the way, you will discover the fishing villages of Erbalunga and Santa Severa, and enjoy the beaches. Check in at your hotel for your first evening in Cap Corse.
Overnight stay in Macinaggio
DAY 2 Barcaggio and the Customs Officers' Path
You will head towards the northernmost tip of the Cap to reach the small fishing port of Barcaggio. Located at the end of a peaceful bay at the mouth of the Acqua Tignese, it faces the islet of Giraglia. From this charming village, you will cross the beautiful wild beach of Cala before starting a climb along the rugged coast to reach the Genoese Tower of Agnello. On the way back, you will stop at the village of Rogliano where you will discover a magnificent 2-hour heritage trail offering a commanding view of the sea.
Distance 11 km
Duration 4.5 hours
Elevation +380 m / - 380 m
Night in Macinaggio
DAY 3 Fishing villages and mountain sheepfolds
On a mountain plateau, nestled in a setting of scrubland overlooking the sea, “Grotta à e piane” is an ancestral pastoral habitat. You will also explore the charming village of Cannelle and the Mattei mill before arriving at the fishing port of Centuri, which has retained its old-world charm.
Distance 8 km
Duration 4 hours
Elevation +400 m / -400 m
Overnight stay in Macinaggio
DAY 4 Loto, Saleccia, and Agriates Desert beaches
Our route takes us to the magnificent village of Nonza before reaching the Gulf of Saint-Florent. You will take the boat to the Agriates Desert, once known as the “breadbasket of Rome.” There, you will be amazed by the splendid beaches of Saleccia and Loto, where cows have found refuge, and by the biodiversity of the delta. After this exploration, you will settle into your accommodation in Saint Florent for two nights. You will have the opportunity to stroll around the picturesque town.
Distance 9 km
Duration 4 hours
Elevation +200 m / - 200 m
Night in Saint Florent
DAY 5 The Villages of Nebbiu
You will set off to discover the 12th-century church of San Michele, one of Corsica's architectural gems. Then you will head to the village of Murato, where you will be charmed by the Bevincu River, its historic Genoese bridges, an old ice house, the mint, and other cultural and religious monuments. Finally, Sorio will welcome you with its picturesque waterfall and the heritage trail entitled “between the profane and the sacred.”
Distance 8.5 km
Duration 4.5 hours
Elevation +465 m / -465 m
Night in Saint Florent
DAY 6 The Ridges and Ice Houses of Bastia
For this last day, you will set off for the heights above the city of Bastia. The road will take you to Oletta, then you will continue towards the Teghime pass. It is from this pass that your walk towards Monte Muzzone will begin, passing through Pigno. Following the ridge line, you can admire magnificent panoramic views of the Gulf of Saint-Florent and the Tyrrhenian Sea. At the end of the hike, your guide will take you back to Bastia.
Distance 8.5 km
Duration 4.5 hours
Elevation gain +400 m / -400 m
The programs have been established based on the latest information available at the time of writing: unforeseen circumstances are always possible and situations beyond our control may affect the course of the program.
For our guided tours, registrations are possible for single travelers.
Confirmed departures indicate dates for which the minimum number of participants has been reached and for which there are still places available! If a date is marked as fully booked, this means that the maximum number of participants has already been reached. In this case, please contact us before making your reservation as places may become available.
Supplements/Discounts
Single room supplement: €345/person in low season, €355/person in mid season (June, September) and €390/person in high season (July, August)
Insurance
We offer comprehensive multi-risk insurance specifically tailored to our adventure trips (contract no. 7482 Assurinco). The rates are as follows: 4.00% of the trip price for residents of France, 6% of the trip price for residents of the European Union (EU) outside France. For residents outside the EU, the rate is €90 per person.
Group discount
Groups of three or more people are eligible for a discount. Please contact us for more information.
Start
Sunday in Bastia at 1:30 p.m. at the airport or at 2 p.m. in front of the tourist office.
End
Friday at 6 p.m. in Bastia.
Access
Bastia ferry terminal or airport. If you are arriving via Ajaccio or Calvi, please contact us.
Accommodation
3-star hotel in twin rooms with private bathroom, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi.
3 nights in Macinaggio in a hotel located on the marina.
2 nights in Saint-Florent in a hotel located on a quiet street in the center of the village.
For couples, rooms with a double bed are available upon request at the time of booking. Single rooms are available at an additional cost.
Meals
Continental or buffet breakfast depending on the hotel.
Evening meal including a starter, main course, and dessert.
Lunch in the form of a picnic in the countryside.
Snacks provided (cereal bars, dried fruit, canistrelli, etc.) during the hike.
Number of participants
Groups of 4 to 8 people.
Level
Moderate, trails without technical difficulty. However, a reasonable level of physical fitness is required.
Supervision
State-certified mountain guide.
Carrying
During the hike, you will only need to carry your personal belongings for the day's walk (picnic, water, etc.).
Benefits
picnics and groceries,
local transfers,
guidance.
Prestations non comprises
administrative fees,
insurance,
site visits,
and transfers not included in the program.
Points forts
Small group of 8 with minibus available
Semi-itinerant trip - 5 days of walking
3-star hotels by the sea
Start and end in Bastia
Mode of locomotion
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