Discover Corsica's two sides on these 7-day self-guided walking holidays! Begin in historic Corte, hiking through two dramatic gorges and swimming in natural pools. Then, take a scenic train journey to Calvi for coastal trails, lighthouse views, and hidden coves. Detailed route maps and local phone support let you explore at your own pace, while comfortable 3-star hotels welcome your tired legs each evening. Bring your hiking boots and focus on the path ahead—L'Île de Beauté is waiting!
Your holiday begins in Corte, a brooding university town at the foot of high mountains. You can catch a train or transfer to Corte from Bastia, Calvi, or Ajaccio. Settle into your hotel in the afternoon and maybe explore the town.
Accommodation: Hotel Duc de Padoue, Corte
Today you’ll visit one of the most unspoiled sites in Corsica. Depart from the town center to reach the little chapel of Saint-Antoine. The path climbs up to reach the foot of the Punta di U Corbu. You’ll enjoy a magnificent view at a small pass before joining the Restonica Gorge and beginning the descent through the pines. The return journey is by road, along the river.
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 9 km (5.6 mi), 4 hours
Elevation: +500 m (+1,640 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Duc de Padoue, Corte
After breakfast, make your way to the citadel of Corte for the start of a stunning day’s walk along the Tavignano Gorge. The walk takes you into the Tavignano Gorge, a shepherds’ route to the hills. Walking through a variety of landscapes, your destination today is the river near a bridge over the Tavignano, under which you can swim in the beautiful clear waters and enjoy your picnic. Return to Corte via the same route, with beautiful views down the valley.
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 12 km (7.5 mi), 4 hours
Elevation: +450 m (+1,475 ft), -450 m (-1,475 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Duc de Padoue, Corte
You can take the train in the morning or enjoy some more time in Corte—the choice is yours! The train will cross some fantastic scenery before reaching Calvi, your home for the second half of your holiday. Calvi is a charming small town with a lively center during the summer. Explore the Genoese citadel and a small port bordered with bars and restaurants, relax on Calvi’s beach, swim in the sea, or just chill by the hotel pool.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Revellata, Calvi
After breakfast, you will begin your walk from the citadel and the monument to Christopher Columbus (who was apparently born in Calvi!). Your walk will take you south along the coast and onto a peninsula. You can take a dip in the various secluded little beaches on the peninsula before reaching the lighthouse called the Revellata. From here, return to Calvi along a path on the top of the peninsula.
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 14 km (8.7 mi), 3.5 hours
Elevation: +430 m (+1,410 ft), -430 m (-1,410 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Revellata, Calvi
Today, you will leave the coast and head inland among the Corsican scrub (or maquis) until you reach the chapel of the Notre Dame de la Serra. From here, the view back toward the Gulf of Calvi, the citadel, and the Revellata is superb. From here, you can return back to Calvi. If you have more experience and stamina, you can continue on the path that takes you further up to the Capu di A Veta mountain peak.
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 5 km (3.1 mi), 2-4 hours
Elevation: +180 m (+590 ft), -180 m (-590 ft)
Capu di A Veta hike: 10.8 km (6.7 mi), 5 hours,
Caou di A Veta elevation: +675 m (+2,215 ft), -665 m (-2,180 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Revellata, Calvi
Your holiday comes to an end after breakfast. Safe travels!
Meals: Breakfast
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*Please note that accommodations are subject to availability and it may not be possible to book the exact accommodations listed day-by-day in the itinerary (in case there is a detailed list).
These Corsica walking holidays require good fitness levels and experience walking in the mountains. You’ll walk from 3 to 5 hours per day for multiple consecutive days, covering 5 to 14 km (3.1 to 8.7 miles) with 180-500 m (590-1,640 ft) elevation gain.
The terrain varies from gentle coastal paths to steeper, rocky trails. While no extreme endurance is needed, you should be comfortable with multiple days of walking on uneven ground. If you’re active and used to hiking, you’ll enjoy this adventure!
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Personal equipment:
A self-guided tour is an independent exploration without a formal guide leading the way. Instead of being part of a group with a tour leader, you will navigate the tour yourself, using resources provided by the operator. Your guide will provide a detailed route plan in a digital app. Your guide will also take care of other parts of the tour, such as phone support, accommodation, and transportation.
On these Corsica walking holidays, you’ll travel pretty light! You just need to carry your personal items for the day in a small daypack. The rest of your luggage will stay in your hotel room, and you’ll only move it once when transferring by train from Corte to Calvi. Please note that luggage transfers are not included for these Corsica walking holidays.
Group sizes and pricing
Walking holidays in Corsica can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your Corsica walking holidays is Corte. To get there, most people fly into Bastia-Poretta Airport (BIA). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Bastia.
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