Self-Guided Walking Holidays in Corsica: Mountains to Coast

Things to know

• What’s included?

  Included:

  • • 7-day self-guided Corsica walking holidays
    • Accommodation for 6 nights in 4-star hotels (double occupancy)
    • All breakfasts
    • Travel pack with maps and topo-guide in a mobile app (smartphone required)
    • Train ticket from Corte to Calvi
    • Transfer from and to the station in Corte
    • Transfer form the hotel to the start of the walk in Corte (and back)
    • Luggage transfer between Corte and Calvi
    • Local phone assistance

  Add-ons:

  • • Single occupancy room — add at checkout

  Not included:

  • • Airfare
    • Lunches and dinners
    • Drinks
    • Local taxes
    • Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
    • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
• How fit do I need to be?

  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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• What do I need to bring?

  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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• What is a self-guided tour?

  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.

• Do I need to carry my belongings on hikes?

  You’ll be traveling light throughout the trip. There’s only one hotel change, on Day 4, when you transfer from Corte to Calvi by train, and your luggage is taken care of for you.

  On these Corsica walking holidays, you only need to carry a small daypack with your personal items each day—everything else is transferred ahead, so you can focus on the walking and enjoy the journey without the extra weight.

• What is a self-guided tour?

  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 self-guided Corsica walking holidays, we take care of:

  • • Accommodation
    • All breakfasts
    • Travel pack with maps and topo-guide in a mobile app
    • Train ticket from Corte to Calvi
    • Transfer from and to the station in Corte
    • Transfer form the hotel to the start of the walk in Corte (and back)
    • Luggage transfer between Corte and Calvi
    • Local phone assistance

  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 age requirements

  Group sizes and pricing

  • • It takes a minimum of 2 people for this self-guided tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 10 participants.

  Walking holidays 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.

• Getting there and meeting location

  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.

• Safety measures and insurance

  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.

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• Deposits and cancellation policy

  Deposits
  You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

  Cancellations
  Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

  Basic

  • • In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
    • For cancellations 90 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a 70% refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 0-89 days before the trip, there is no refund.

  Flexible

  • • In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
    • For cancellations 90 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 60-89 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, there is no refund.

  Super Flexible

  • • In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
    • For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.