Around Cap Corse with Corsican Places

Packaged offer Sports and nature

From 18/05/2025 To 31/10/2025

Price on request

Level : Difficult

Experiencing strong sensations Wandering Escape and relax In eco-responsible mode

CORSICAN PLACES

Cap Corse

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Off the beaten track, the Cap Corse peninsula is a real undiscovered gem. Now a marine national park, its outstanding natural beauty is sure to enchant you.

Starting on the east coast of the Cap Corse, in the busy harbour village of Maccinaggio, this walking tour will explore seaside villages, deserted beaches, coastal paths and remote Mediterranean wilderness before heading south to the lively seaside town of St Florent.

Your program:

Day 1 - Macinaggio
Start with a transfer from Bastia Airport to Maccinaggio to check-in to your hotel. Your stay begins in Macinaggio, a small fishing port not far from the far north, easily accessible from Bastia. During this first day, relax and unwind, or choose to do an afternoon walk to reach the village of Rogliano located on the heights. Through a heritage trail, you can discover all the cultural and historical richness of these places. Night in Macinaggio.

Distance (optional depending on time) 12km. Duration 4 hours. Altitude gain +450m. Descent -450m.

Overnight: Hôtel Marina d'Oro or similar, Maccinaggio on bed & breakfast

Day 2 - Macinaggio to Barcaggio
You will take the coastal footpath which will allow you to admire the reserve of the Finocchiarola islands, the Genoese towers of Santa Maria as well as many beaches before reaching the fishing village of Barcaggio. Boat transfer back.

Distance 13km. Duration 4 hours. Altitude gain +220m. Descent -220m.

Overnight: Hôtel Marina d'Oro or similar, Maccinaggio on bed & breakfast

Day 3 - Barcaggio - Centuri
From the village, the path partly runs along the cliffs that overlook the coast, and weaves through the maquis. It is a wild and authentic landscape that will await you. Take the opportunity to make a stop at the Tower of Tollare and the Semaphore of Monte Grossu, before reaching the village of Centuri. This fishing village, nestled in the heart of a small creek, offers a unique resting place. Overnight in Centuri.

Distance 11km. Duration 4.30 hours. Altitude gain +500m. Descent -500m.

Overnight: Hôtel de la Jetée 2* or similar, Centuri on half board

Day 4 - Centuri - Luri
The route runs along the seaside then rises in the maquis to reach the hamlets of Morsiglia and the pretty chapel of Notre Dame des Grâces. Your journey will now be on ridges, offering you sublime landscapes on a torn coast before reaching the Seneca tower, a belvedere overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Mediterranean. Night in Luri.

Distance 13km. Duration 5 hours. Altitude gain +900m. Descent -500m.

Overnight: Gîtes de Sénèque, on half board (chambre d'hotes) and picnic for the next day.

Day 5 - Luri to Canari
From here, the path plunges into thick maquis, discovering the remains of a building linked to the forgotten agro-pastoral economy of men, present since prehistoric times. You will discover the Pinzu a Vergine menhir which again marks your journey along the ridges. A route that skirts the highest peaks of Cap Corse, a former summer pasture where sheepfolds and mountain springs are still present. Overnight in Canary.

Distance 14km. Duration 6.30 hours. Altitude gain +850m. Descent -950m.

Overnight: Hôtel Bon Clocher or similar, Canari, on half board

Day 6 - Canari - Nonza
This last stage leaves the ridges but remains on the heights of the Gulf of Saint Florent. In vegetation degraded by fire, you will walk on the old inter-village mule tracks. These will take you to the old asbestos quarry, which you will follow to reach the magnificent village of Ogliastro, before switching to the village of Nonza, perched on its rocky outcrop, the end of your hike. At the end of the day, transfer to St Florent. Overnight in St Florent.

Distance 14km. Duration 6 hours. Altitude gain +800m. Descent -850m.

Overnight: Hôtel Dolce Notte or similar, St Florent, on bed & breakfast

Day 7 - Free Day
Day off to explore and enjoy St Florent. For more walking you can do a walk into the Agriates and back starting from La Roya beach, or take a boat trip from the port to the beach of Lodu then walk to Saleccia beach then back to Lodu and get the boat or a one way boat trip to Lodu then walk back from there, or maybe take a shorter walk along the cliffs towards Farinole and back to St Florent.

Overnight: Hôtel Dolce Notte or similar, St Florent, on bed & breakfast

Day 8: Departure from Bastia
Your holiday comes to an end at your hotel after breakfast. You will be collected from your hotel and taken to Bastia Airport.

Luggage moving and day sack
You will need to carry a day sack only, with your water bottle, camera, picnic and gortex jacket. Our bag-moving service means you can travel light during your walks, just taking with you what you need for the day. Your main luggage will be transported by vehicle between the different night stops by a variety of different people. This ranges from local taxis, hotel owners and our own staff. We ask you to please limit your main luggage to around 15kg per bag to facilitate the driver loading it in and out of a transfer vehicle.

It is important to consider that it may be necessary to carry your bags short distances at the start and towards the end of your holiday. You will need the appropriate luggage.

Further information

Price on request

Benefits

Return flights from London to Bastia
Return airport transfers
3 nights' accommodation on half board
4 nights' accommodation on bed and breakfast
Transfers on the walking days - one by boat
Luggage transfers between hotels
Map and route notes

Prestations non comprises

Meals not stated in the trip notes
Drinks
Travel insurance
Any transfers from/to another arrival airport

Infos pratiques

Mesures particulières : UK residents should obtain a Health Insurance Card (EHIC or GHIC) before travelling. This is normally valid for three to five years and covers any medical treatment that becomes necessary during your trip, because of either illness or an accident. The card gives access to state-provided medical treatment only and you'll be treated on the same basis as an 'insured' person living in the country you're visiting. This might not cover all the things you'd expect to get free of charge from the NHS in the UK. You may have to make a contribution to the cost of your care. Speak to the Department of Health by phone, online, or at the post office.
A prendre avec soi : A small day pack for your water bottle, camera, picnic and weatherproof A rucksack or suitcase for your main luggage (15kg maximum per person) Good walking shoes or boots with a good grip sole Walking socks Warm fleece Shorts and t-shirts Swimming attire Towel Walking poles (optional) Water bottle (one litre minimum) For your picnics: a good cutting knife, fork, spoon, plastic cup and plate some plastic bags Sun and rain protection Sunglasses and sun cream Weatherproof jacket Trainers or open sandals Warm fleece and casual wear First aid: we recommend that you bring your own personal first aid kit consisting of antiseptic cream, throat lozenges, diarrhea treatment, painkillers, plasters and blister treatment and re-hydration supplements. Glucose tablets or malt loaf and multi-vitamin tablets are a good idea.