Corsica Bella
Between Cap Corse and Balagne, eight days of authentic encounters with the women who shape the Island of Beauty
Duration
8 days
From
€1,275/pers.
Ideal seasons
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Style
Guided tour
Comfort
Charm & Character
Travelers
Couple, Solo, senior, With friends
The spirit of travel
This women-centered road trip takes you to discover the north of Corse, meeting women who shape the authentic face of Corse today. From Cap Corse to Nebbiu, passing through Balagne and Costa Verde, this journey transports you into a bucolic and enchanting world where landscapes of land and sea blend together.
Artist, musician, winemaker, farmer, agronomic engineer or nun: these strong-willed women open the doors to their daily lives and passions. Each embodies in her own way a facet of Corsican heritage, whether cultural, agricultural or spiritual, and offers a unique perspective on her island.
Come meet them to share unique moments of conviviality, away from the beaten path, and experience an unprecedented adventure close to those who bring Corse of yesterday and today to life.
The stages of your journey
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Arrival in Corse
Bastia → Biguglia
Transfer from Bastia Poretta airport to your hotel or guest house.
Located in the small town of Biguglia, your accommodation is situated on a strip of land between lagoon and ocean in the heart of a natural reserve with lush fauna and flora.
Cape Corsica and American Palazzis
Biguglia → Barrettali
Today you'll venture off the beaten path to discover the most beautiful villages in Cap Corse. A preserved region, Cap Corse enjoys unspoiled nature and a remarkable architectural heritage: Genoese towers, old sheepfolds, mills and Americans' houses.
Start your day by visiting the Savina mill. This mill, more than 1,600 years old, produces olive oil and chestnut flour in a traditional way using the power of water and stone millstones. One of the last still in operation and using traditional production methods.
Picnic and short hike along the coastline starting from the hamlet of Cannelle to discover the site of a former sheepfold that has a breathtaking view.
Walking time: approximately 2 hours
You then continue towards the marines of Scalu or Giottani for a refreshment break. Along your route you'll come across several "palazzi" or "Americans' houses" such as the Guelfucci Palace or the Stopielle castle that will amaze young and old alike.
Night and dinner in a charming guesthouse in Barrettali or Centuri.
Meeting with Maria Francesca, winegrower
Barrettali → Vallecalle
Departure for an easy hike in the limestone reliefs of Nebbiu. You overlook the Gulf of Saint-Florent and enjoy a magnificent panorama of the bay.
Hiking time: approximately 3 hours
Upon arrival at Barbaggio, you are welcomed by Maria Francesca, 6th generation of a long line of winemakers, for a wine tasting and a picnic in the vineyards. Adding a touch of femininity to a world composed mainly of men, Maria Francesca has managed to combine tradition and modernity within her wine estate.
Dinner and overnight stay in a guest house in the hilltop village of Vallecalle.
Meeting with Aurore, farmer and unusual night in a convent
Vallecalle → Pigna
Today, meet Aurore and her organic farm in the charming village of Vallecalle. Owner of a 20-hectare chestnut grove, Aurore perpetuates ancestral expertise by producing chestnut flour in the purest tradition.
Then set off on a hiking trip to discover the Nebbiu before returning to the farm to enjoy a picnic based on the organic products from Aurore's farm.
Walking time: approximately 2 hours
You then head towards the Balagne to reach the picturesque village of Lumio where you will meet Noëlle & Milou, two passionate women, who will show you their small essential oils distillery.
Walking time: approximately 1h30
Unique overnight stay in a 17th century convent, perched on a lush hillside with fruit trees and olive trees and overlooking the sea.
Possibility of staying in a charming small hotel « Casa Musicale » in Pigna instead of the night at the convent.
Meeting with Elizabeth, organist musician
On today's agenda, a musical and heritage walk alongside Elizabeth who will take you to discover the organs of Corse. A day of exploration to meet charming villages perched on mountainsides and sharing stories about the many legends connected to this magnificent region and its Baroque organs.
You will then have the opportunity to visit the medieval village of Speloncato.
Night at the convent or at the hotel.
Meeting with Muriel, agricultural engineer
Pigna → Cervione
Free time in the morning to relax or visit the lovely village of Pigna. A charming village, Pigna has been wonderfully well restored and has thus attracted many craftspeople and artists. The village is also famous for its music festival and concerts that take place throughout the year.
You will then set off on a hike along the Costa Verde to reach the village of San Giuliano and meet Muriel at her cosmetic farm. An agronomist engineer, Muriel passionately tells you about her journey and the secrets of her cosmetic products made from plants sourced directly from her farm. Complete product traceability!
Your day ends with a wellness massage and access to the jacuzzi at the cosmetic farm.
Dinner and overnight stay in a guest house in the village of Cervione.
Meeting with Béatrice, Visual Artist
Cervione → Bastia
Today, you meet Béatrice who takes you on a tour of her workshop in the charming small village of San Giuliano. The particularity is that her workshop is actually nature itself. Béatrice works outdoors and uses her environment as muse and material.
Picnic at the beach.
Transfer to Bastia in the afternoon.
Free evening and night at the hotel.
Price per person
Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.
This trip can be tailored to your preferences
This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.
Not included
- Transport from the mainland
- Meals not mentioned
- Beverages, personal expenses
- Optional visits
Included
- Transport in air-conditioned minivan from Bastia to Bastia
- Accompaniment by Véronique from Katamkera (or another guide depending on availability) throughout the circuit
- 7 nights in guest rooms or charming hotels on the basis of a double room with breakfasts
- The midday picnics from day 2 to day 7 inclusive
- Dinners on days 2 and 3 and lunch on day 5 if overnight at the convent
- The 30-minute massage at the cosmetic farm
- The guided farm tour including lunch
- Wine tasting in Patrimonio
- The guided musical day with Elizabeth in Balagne
- Beatrice's Workshop Visit
Practical Information
Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.
The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.
See our specific terms of sale for full details.
In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:
- Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
- Entre 60 et 30 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
- Moins de 30 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total
We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.
Les informations ci-dessous concernent les voyageurs ressortissants de l'Espace économique européen (EEE), de la Suisse et du Canada se rendant en Corse dans le cadre d'un séjour touristique. Les règles d'entrée pouvant évoluer, nous vous recommandons de vérifier les informations auprès des autorités officielles avant votre départ.
Passeport et carte d'identité
La Corse est une collectivité territoriale française, donc une destination située sur le territoire de l'Union européenne. Aucune formalité particulière n'est requise pour les ressortissants de l'Espace économique européen (EEE) et de la Suisse.
Ces voyageurs peuvent entrer en Corse avec :
leur carte nationale d'identité en cours de validité,
ou leur passeport en cours de validité.
Il est néanmoins conseillé de voyager avec une pièce d'identité officielle en bon état pour tout contrôle éventuel.
Ressortissants canadiens
Les ressortissants canadiens, en tant que ressortissants d'un pays tiers à l'Union européenne, doivent être en possession d'un passeport valide pour entrer sur le territoire français. Aucun visa n'est requis pour un séjour touristique n'excédant pas 90 jours dans l'espace Schengen.
Le passeport doit être en bon état (pas de pages détériorées, déchirées ou modifiées) et, de préférence, valide au-delà de la durée prévue du séjour.
Séjour touristique sans visa
La Corse étant partie intégrante du territoire français et de l'espace Schengen, aucun visa n'est nécessaire pour les ressortissants de l'EEE, de la Suisse et du Canada dans le cadre d'un séjour touristique. Aucune durée maximale de séjour ne s'applique aux ressortissants de l'EEE et de la Suisse sur le territoire français. Les ressortissants canadiens peuvent séjourner jusqu'à 90 jours sur une période de 180 jours dans l'espace Schengen.
Voyage avec des enfants
Les mineurs ressortissants de l'EEE et de la Suisse peuvent voyager avec leur carte nationale d'identité ou passeport en cours de validité. Les mineurs canadiens doivent être munis d'un passeport valide.
Dans certains pays, lorsqu'un mineur voyage sans l'un de ses parents, une autorisation de sortie du territoire peut être exigée selon la réglementation du pays de résidence. Il est recommandé de se renseigner auprès des autorités compétentes de votre pays avant le départ.
Autres nationalités
Les conditions d'entrée sur le territoire français peuvent varier selon la nationalité. Les voyageurs concernés doivent se renseigner auprès de l'ambassade ou du consulat de France de leur pays de résidence.
Pour participer à nos voyages, il est fortement conseillé d'être assuré en assistance-rapatriement et frais médicaux lors de vos déplacements.
Votre agence locale vous encourage à prendre connaissance du contrat spécifique élaboré avec notre partenaire CHAPKA ASSURANCES et AXA ASSISTANCE.
Pour souscrire à une assurance, connaître les garanties et les tarifs, suivez le lien ci-dessous.
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Si vous choisissez de souscrire à l’une de ces formules, la convention détaillant l’ensemble des garanties et les modalités de déclaration du sinistre sont disponibles sur le site Internet de l'assureur.
Votre agence locale en aura connaissance, mais seul le participant est responsable du respect des procédures de déclaration de tout sinistre. Le participant doit donc conserver cette convention avec lui pendant toute la durée de son voyage.
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Travel with peace of mind — I'll handle the insuranceFrequently asked questions
You can travel to Corsica with a valid identity document. Entry conditions to Corsica are identical to those of mainland France. Flights or ferries from the mainland are considered domestic travel. Before traveling, check with French consular authorities for entry conditions specific to your nationality.
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You can send a message to your host directly from the Tea Lounge.
For a quality tailored trip, budget between €160 and €280 per day per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transport and activities. Flights or ferries from mainland France (€150-400 return depending on season) are additional. Summer is significantly more expensive.
Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.
Absolutely. We adapt each itinerary to travelers' profiles. For families, we prioritize relaxed paces, family-friendly accommodations, fun and educational activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our English-speaking local guides know how to capture children's attention with age-appropriate anecdotes.
It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, budget and dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. Together you refine every detail until it's perfect. You confirm and travel with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.
In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.
Payment is generally made in two installments.
Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) guarantee which covers 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on the ground throughout your stay.
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Keeper of the Corsican soul, based in Cap Corse
For me, loving a region is first and foremost loving its people. In Corsica, the villages, the voices, the gestures and the paths tell as much as the landscapes.
— Véronique
