Hiking on the land of the Corsican cape sailors
At the end of Cape Corse, thousand-year-old paths wind between abandoned sheepfolds and Genoese towers facing the Mediterranean.
Duration
7 days
From
€900/pers.
Ideal seasons
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Style
Itinerant travel
Comfort
classique
Travelers
Couple, Solo, With friends, senior
The spirit of travel
This hike connects the coastal villages at the northern tip of the island, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea to the east and the Mediterranean to the west.
This region, beautiful and very wild, sheltered from mass tourism, is a gem, an almost uninhabited mountain that plunges into the sea with charming little hamlets steeped in history, Genoese towers, convents and baroque chapels nestled in lush vegetation.
This peninsula is a land apart, the most maritime in Corse, the land of Cap Corse seafarers, great travelers who, upon returning from Puerto Rico or Panama, built superb houses called "American houses" on their native land.
Your passionate guide will take you to discover these secret spots, sheepfolds and lost hamlets. You will stay in charming houses or hotels and taste the cuisine of Cap Corse: fish, cheese, charcuterie and its famous muscat wine. You will visit the citron plantations, a delicate fruit called "aliméa" which is said to be the forbidden fruit of the Garden of Eden.
The stages of your journey
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
The Hamlets of Pietracorbara
Bastia → Pietracorbara
Transfer from Bastia to the village of Pietracorbara which has a beautiful sandy beach.
Swimming at the marine d'Ampuglia which has a lovely Genoese tower.
Lunch and a short warm-up hike to discover charming hamlets through woods, sheepfolds, Genoese bridge, old mill, small chapels.
Walking time: approximately 3 hours
Night in a guesthouse.
The Path of Light
Pietracorbara → Barrettali
The trail starts from the hamlet of Lapedina to the Chapel of Saint Pancrace. This former mule track was reopened by a village association and named Path of Light because it departs from the east coast and follows the course of the sun towards the west.
The path, lined with thyme and immortelle flowers, winds through rocks shaped like fantastic animals to the summit which offers the discovery of an astonishing prehistoric site, the Peak of the Virgins, and an aerial view over both sides of the island as far as the Finnochiarola islands to the north.
Walking distance: approximately 15 km
Elevation gain: 700m
Dinner and overnight stay in a guest house.
The coastal path with sea views
Barrettali → Luri
Visit of a citrus fruit plantation. We admire the terraces planted with trees and the gardens descending in steps towards the small port of Giottani, wild marine landscape surrounded by cliffs and the only coastal shelter between Saint-Florent and Centuri.
Fantastic hike on a suspended path overlooking the sea to the former Seneca Tower where the philosopher is said to have lived during his exile.
Walking distance: approximately 10 km
Elevation gain: approximately 650m
Dinner and night in a guesthouse.
Along the wild coast
Luri → Centuri
The ridge trail follows the crest line with magnificent views of the wild and jagged coastline and continues north to the charming little port of Centuri, known worldwide for its lobster fishing.
Dinner and overnight in a family guesthouse in the hamlet of Camera.
American houses and hamlets in the forest
Centuri → Ersa
We climb up to the Moulin Mattei with a panoramic view over the Centuri port. Visit to the hamlet of Cannelle with its fountain and its beautiful stone sheepfolds facing the sea.
We cross the picturesque village of Morsiglia with its large square towers and beautiful houses built by Americans including the Palazzu Ghielfucci.
The path descends towards the eastern coast of the island to the village of Ersa. Ersa is a forest village dotted with chapels and old churches that you discover hidden in the middle of clearings.
Hiking distance: approximately 8 km
Elevation gain: approximately 250m
Dinner and overnight in a guest house.
The small islands and Tuscan islands
Ersa → Barcaghiu
A path through the woods descends to the small marine de Tollare before joining the customs path to the Giralia islet with its tower. Arrival at the port of Barcaghiu for a swim in azure waters.
The beach has very beautiful dunes where the Coastal Conservatory has implemented a protection program for plant species such as marram grass and sand bindweed that maintain the dunes.
Offshore, Italy and the Tuscan island of Capraia seem just nearby.
Walking distance: 10 km
Positive elevation gain: 300m
Night in a charming hotel on the pretty small port of Barcaghiu.
The Customs Officers' Path and the Wild Beaches at the End of the Cape
Barcaghiu → Macinaggio
The customs trail continues to reach the beautiful sandy beach of Tamarone. It's the end of the world, the last bastion before the infinity of the open sea. You'll come across the Santa Maria tower which seems to emerge from the sea, languid cows on the sand, a pretty chapel.
You reach the marina of Maccinagio for one last drink.
Walking distance: approximately 13 km
Elevation gain: approximately 350m
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
- Membership - registration fees (35€)
- Travel Cancellation Insurance
- Everything not mentioned in the inclusions
Included
- Travel insurance - repatriation assistance
- Transport from Bastia port or airport to Pietracorbara and return Maccinagio to Bastia
- All accommodations in bed and breakfasts or hotels with breakfasts included
- Midday Picnics
- Dinners except days 1 and 6
- Supervision by a medium mountain guide
- Transportation of belongings every other day
- 15€ for the solidarity development fund
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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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.
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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
