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Corsica hiking tour

Cap Corse Self-Guided Hiking Adventure in Corsica, France

7 days | Moderate | 5.00
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There’s Corsica, and then there’s Cap Corse—the wilder, remoter, and arguably cooler cousin to the rest of the island. Here, the hiking trails follow in the footsteps of customs officers, smugglers, and shepherds, winding through a landscape of high cliffs, forgotten coves, and ridge-top villages where time moves a little slower. Each day on this self-guided hiking trip, you’ll tackle a new stretch of the rugged coastline, rewarded with amazing views and the kind of solitude that makes you feel like you’ve unlocked a secret level of adventure. Spend one week here, and your future hikes might just feel like dress rehearsals.

Adventure Highlights

  • Wild north, pure Corsica: Explore Cap Corse’s rugged landscapes, where mountains meet the sea
  • Take the high road: Follow dramatic ridgelines with breathtaking 360° views of land and sea
  • Freedom with a safety net: Luggage transfers, route notes, and top stays—your only task is to hike, enjoy, and soak in the scenery
Duration
7 days
Season
May through October
Group size
Up to 10 people
Accommodation
Comfort: 2, 3, and 4-star hotels
Difficulty
Moderate: Good fitness level required, hiking up to 6.5 hours and 15 km (9.3 mi) per day, while gaining up to 900 m (2,953 ft) in elevation
What's included
Accommodation, breakfasts, airport transfers, luggage transfers, route descriptions, maps, local hotline

The adventure, day by day

Cap Corse is Corsica’s untamed north—a place where mountains dive into the sea and time-honored trails lead through wild maquis, dramatic cliffs, and centuries-old villages. This self-guided hiking tour follows customs officers’ paths, high ridgelines, and remote beaches, revealing a side of Corsica few get to experience. Each day brings new landscapes, from secret coves to panoramic peaks, with handpicked accommodations waiting at day’s end. With luggage transfers and detailed maps, the logistics are sorted—you just hike, soak in the scenery, and let Cap Corse work its magic.

Day 1: Arrival in Bastia and Transfer to Macinaggio
Harbor in Macinaggio

Upon arriving at Bastia airport, you’ll be transferred to Macinaggio (about a 1.5-hour drive), at the northeastern tip of Cap Corse, where your hike begins. It’s a pleasant spot with restaurants, a very good ice cream parlor near the harbor, and a long white sandy beach—ideal for a dip before you start your Corsican walking holiday.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Macinaggio

Day 2: Macinaggio to Barcaggio
Barcaggio in Corsica

Enjoy a lovely coastal walk on the “customs officers’ path” around the top of Cap Corse. You’ll pass small secret coves and turquoise waters, all wrapped in the intoxicating scent of the wild maquis, Corsica’s fragrant scrubland. There are countless opportunities for a swim, and don’t miss a stop at the superb Genoese tower of Santa Maria. Your evening is spent in the tiny port of Barcaggio, just opposite the island of Giraglia.

Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 13 km (8.1 mi), 4.5 hours
Elevation: +220 m (+722 ft), -220 m (-722 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel in Barcaggio

Day 3: Barcaggio to Centuri
Hiking to Centuri

Turquoise waters and Genoese towers accompany you to Centuri, one of the most beautiful ports in the region. The hike takes you over more challenging rocky stretches of the coast on less-trodden paths, leading into the limestone landscape of the west coast. Your evening stop, Centuri, is known for its lobsters, so treat yourself to some freshly caught seafood with a view of the charming little port.

Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 11 km (6.8 mi), 4.5 hours
Elevation: +500 m (+1,640 ft), -500 m (-1,640 ft)
Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Centuri

Day 4: Centuri to Sénèque
Hiking in woods in Corsica

Today, the serious hiking begins. The stage takes you along the ridge path of the Serra massif, which rises to a mighty 1,322 m (4,337 ft). Along the way, you’ll pass ancient ruins that take you back in time and offer exceptional views. Finally, you’ll reach the foot of the Tour de Sénèque, then transfer back to Centuri (about a 20-minute drive) for your second night in the village.

Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 14.5 km (9 mi), 6.5 hours
Elevation: +900 m (+2,953 ft), -500 m (-1,640 ft)
Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Centuri

Day 5: Sénèque to Canari
Cap Corse hiking

After a morning transfer to Sénèque, start your hike with a unique panorama over both sides of the island. With a picnic packed in your rucksack, follow the ridge walk up to the menhir at Pinzu a Vergine, then down past the Petricaghjola bergeries, old shepherds’ huts, toward the charming village of Canari. At the end of the day, enjoy the panoramic view from the bell tower square before a transfer to your seaside hotel in Albo (about a 10-minute drive).

Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 15 km (9.3 mi), 6.5 hours
Elevation: +750 m (+2,461 ft), -730 m (-2,395 ft)
Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Albo

Day 6: Canari to Albo and transfer to Saint-Florent
Nonza village in Corsica

After a morning transfer to Canari, the final stage follows scenic trails along the coast, linking the villages of Canari and Albo through the rugged landscapes of Cap Corse. Enjoy panoramic sea views as you walk along traditional paths through the maquis and picturesque hamlets. At the end of the day, you’ll be transferred to the seaside town of Saint-Florent.

Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 9 km (5.6 mi), 4 hours
Elevation: +294 m (+964 ft), -596 m (-1,955 ft)
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Saint-Florent

Day 7: Departure from Saint Florent to Bastia
Cap Corse aerial view

On your free day in Saint-Florent, enjoy your 4-star hotel just steps from the sea. Start with a leisurely breakfast on the terrace, then spend the day exploring the nearby beaches or take a boat ride to the stunning Saleccia beach. In the evening, unwind with a glass of wine in the charming marina as the sun sets over the bay.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Saint-Florent

Day 8: Saint-Florent to Bastia
Bastia in Corsica

Your trip comes to an end after breakfast, with a transfer to Bastia airport.

Meals: Breakfast

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What others say about this adventure

5.00 (2 reviews)
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Fred B

Everything was perfect.
We toured Corsica without any problems and without any unpleasant surprises.
They even helped us with something we forgot in a hotel that we recovered at the end of the trip.
So thank you and see you soon.

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Edwige Chauvin

Great welcome, top organization! I highly recommend.

5.00(2 reviews)
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Fred B

Everything was perfect.
We toured Corsica without any problems and without any unpleasant surprises.
They even helped us with something we forgot in a hotel that we recovered at the end of the trip.
So thank you and see you soon.

E
Edwige Chauvin

Great welcome, top organization! I highly recommend.

Things to know

  • Included:

      • 8-day self-guided Corsica hiking tour
      • Accommodation for 7 nights in 2, 3, and 4-star hotels (double occupancy)
      • All breakfasts
      • Luggage transfers from one accommodation to another
      • Transfers as in the itinerary:
        • Airport transfer from Bastia Airport to Macinaggio on Day 1
        • Transfer back to the hotel in Centuri on Day 4
        • Transfer to the trailhead and to the hotel on Day 5
        • Transfer at the end of the hike to Saint-Florent on Day 6
        • Airport transfer from Saint-Florent to Bastia Airport on Day 8
      • Route descriptions and maps on an app (a smartphone is required)
      • Local hotline, every day from 8 am to 8 pm

    Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):

      • Single occupancy room

    Not included:

      • Flights to Corsica
      • Transfers not included in the itinerary (including in times of bad weather or physical ailments)
      • Lunches and dinners
      • Drinks
      • Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
      • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
  • For this Corsica hiking tour, a good level of fitness is required to participate. The adventure is suitable for those who can walk between 4 and 6.5 hours daily on well-marked paths. Expect to walk up to 15 km (9.3 mi) per day, while gaining up to 900 m (2,953 ft) in elevation.

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  • Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

    Clothing:

      • Walking boots (with ankle support and non-slip soles)
      • Good quality walking socks
      • T-shirt and shorts
      • Light trekking trousers
      • Several light tops (for protection against cold, wind or sun)
      • Warm sweater (polar or fleece)
      • Beanie
      • Gloves
      • Waterproofs — anorak or poncho
      • Bathing suit
      • Towel
      • Sandals or flip flops for beaches
      • Hat or cap

    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.

    Hiking equipment:

      • A comfortable rucksack (either for all of your kit or as a daypack)
      • Plastic bags to keep your kit dry
      • 1 bag with a maximum weight of 15 kg (33 lbs)
      • Water bottle (2L capacity)
      • Picnic/lunch kit — plate or bowl, box with closeable lid, utensils, etc.
      • Swiss Army knife
      • Walking poles
      • Compass
      • Light torch

    Personal equipment:

      • Phone charger and power bank
      • Waterproof travel case or pouch
      • Sunglasses, sunscreen and lip balm
      • Wash bag, including: toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, toilet paper
      • Earplugs
      • Snacks (energy bars, dried fruit, etc.)
      • Money
      • First aid kit

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  • Self-guided tours are perfect for those who enjoy exploring on their own terms—at their own pace, and with the company they choose. By joining this Corsica hiking tour, we take care of…

      • Accommodation
      • All breakfasts
      • Luggage transfers
      • Airport transfers and other transfers as in the itinerary
      • Route descriptions and maps on an app (a smartphone is required)
      • Local hotline, everyday from 8am to 8pm

    Rather than joining a guided group, you’ll navigate the tour yourself, using resources provided by the tour operator. For a hassle-free journey with everything arranged for you in advance, there’s no better option!

    As a self-guided tour is built around your preferred travel dates, your guide will take care of arranging accommodations and details after you book. Note that exact accommodations and dates might shift slightly, so don’t make any travel arrangements until the details of your adventure are confirmed.

  • Group sizes and pricing

      • It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 10 participants.
      • The standard price is based on twin-share rooms. Single occupancy can be arranged at an additional fee—you can add it to your booking at checkout.

    Hiking in Corsica can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

    Min. age requirements

      • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
      • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

    If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements

  • The starting point of your Corsica hiking tour is Bastia. To get there, fly into Bastia–Poretta Airport (BIA), where your transfer to Macinaggio will be waiting.

  • We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

    Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

  • Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

    • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If canceled 90 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If canceled within 89 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
    • Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48 hours grace period.
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