Included: A guide in a vehicle throughout the week (to transport luggage and prepare picnics) 7-day tour de Corse road bike adventure Meals: 6 breakfasts, 6 picnics, 6 dinners Accommodation: 6 nights in a double room Luggage transfers Road book with points of interest and GPS tracks on the application (a smartphone is required) Local telephone assistance Return transfer to Bastia airport Add-ons: Aluminium road bike rental — $325 Carbon road bike rental — $415 Single supplement — $400 Not included: Flights Transportation to the meeting point Transfers not indicated in the itinerary Meals not indicated in the itinerary Drinks with dinner Personal expenses Guide gratuities — optional Travel and medical insurance — optional

How fit do I need to be?

This tour de Corse road bike adventure is rated moderate to challenging , which means that a very good fitness level is required to participate. The tour is designed for regular cyclists with previous cycling experience. Daily stages range from 90-120 km (55-74 mi) , with some steep climbs on the way. For those who want even more of a challenge, harder options will be available almost every day. You can find detailed cycling distances and elevation changes in the itinerary. For more biking adventures in France, click here !

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Bike — rentals available, comes with a helmet Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Comfortable cycling clothes Lightweight cycling shoes Biking gloves — optional Spare clothes for layering Waterproof rain jacket Sunhat Spare phone battery Swimsuit Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, tissues, etc.) Headlamp or flashlight Sunglasses Camera — optional (but recommended) 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.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this tour de Corse road bike adventure, it takes a minimum of 2 people to operate. The maximum group size is set at 9 participants. A tour de Corse road bike adventure 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 tour de Corse road bike adventure on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of your tour de Corse road bike adventure is Bastia. 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. Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at 9am in front of the prefecture in Bastia. If you rent a bike, you’ll meet the guide at 8:30am.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner! Redpoint tailors their 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. Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

CORSICA | FRANCE

Cycling Adventure in Corsica, France: The Ultimate Island Ride

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Duration

7 days

Season

May through October

Accommodation

Standard, Comfort: 2 and 3-star hotels, guesthouses, and inns

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Welcome to Corsica, where the roads are smoother than a glass of Bordeaux and the climbs hit harder than a Serge Gainsbourg ballad! Corsica’s roads don’t just take us places—they tell a story packed with winding coastal epics, alpine thrillers, and the occasional plot twist (hello, pigs on the pass!). The Col de Vergio? That’s the slow-burn character development. The descents? Heart-racing action sequences. And the final sprint into Bastia? That’s the cinematic grand finale. But don’t worry, this cycling adventure comes with gourmet plot devices—think fresh seafood, chestnut delicacies, and pastries so good we’ll need a sequel. Ready to cycle? Lights, camera, allez!

Adventure highlights

Cols for days

From Vergio to Bavella, Corsica’s legendary climbs will test your legs and reward your soul
Pedal to the past

Pedal through ancient villages, stone chapels, and mountain hamlets where the past feels alive
Espresso with a view

A mid-ride coffee stop never tasted so good—especially when paired with mountain panoramas

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Some say Corsica is France’s best-kept cycling secret. We say it’s a secret worth sharing. This seven-day road bike odyssey has everything: soaring cols, sweeping Mediterranean views, and roads that feel like they were designed for pure riding joy. We’ll tackle the iconic Col de Vergio, descend the stunning Scala Santa Regina, and cruise through ancient villages where the only traffic jam involves a few stubborn goats. The reward? Post-ride feasts of Corsican specialties, sunsets over the sea, and the kind of deep, satisfied exhaustion that only comes from the perfect ride. This is cycling, Corsica-style—and it’s glorious.

This first stage starts from Bastia and heads westwards up over the Col de Teghime. From here, we’ll leave Bastia behind, and the view will open out to the west, over to the magnificent bay of St-Florent. The road sweeps downhill from here, through Patrimonio, a region known for its vineyards (a quick stop to taste a few good wines is not a bad idea). We will then cross St-Florent and ride through the Corsican desert (le désert des Agriates), before reaching the small villages of the Balagne, on the northwest coast. Later on, there’s a night stop in Calvi.

Meals: Lunch, dinner
Cycling: 115 km (71.4 mi)
Elevation: +1,948 m (+6,391 ft), -1,922 m (-6,305 ft)
Harder option: 140 km (87 mi), +2,450 m (+8,038 ft)
Accommodation: 2 or 3-star hotel, guesthouse or inn
Today, we’ll follow the coastal road passing crystal clear waters. The major climb of the day is the Col de Palmarella and after this the “Col de la Croix”, passing through a few remote villages. We’ll reach Porto and its famous Genoese tower. For an extended ride, we can take the road up to the “Calanche de Piana” (an extraordinary red rocky landscape).

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Cycling: 80 km (50 mi)
Elevation: +1,300 m (+4,265 ft)
Harder option: 170 km (105.6 mi), +3,000 m (+9,842 ft)
Accommodation: 2 or 3-star hotel, guesthouse or inn
Leaving Porto and the coast, today’s stage leads us through stunning Spelunca gorges into the Aïtone-forest and up to the highest road pass of the island, the Col de Vergio. Don’t be surprised to see some pigs, cows, goats or other wildlife on our way.

A long downhill awaits (the twisty and narrow Scala Santa Regina is just pure pleasure!), before crossing Corte (where the island’s university is located), and finally reaching the region of Venaco.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Cycling: 115 km (71.5 mi)
Elevation: +2,980 m (+9,776 ft)
Accommodation: 2 or 3-star hotel, guesthouse or inn
The day starts with the Col de Vizzavona, followed by a short fast downhill, before climbing again, up the beautiful Col de Scalella. Further on, the route undulates through some tiny villages (some of them known for their prehistorical vestiges). Today’s accommodation offers a great view over the bay of Propriano, and after a long day on the bike, we can enjoy a cold drink while watching the sunset.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Cycling: 110 km (68.3 mi)
Elevation: +2,300 m (+7,545 ft)
Harder option: 145 km (90 mi), +2,500 m (+8,202 ft)
Accommodation: 2 or 3-star hotel, guesthouse or inn
Today, we will cross the Alta Rocca region, with its old historical villages, olive trees and mills. From the village of Zonza, the fittest will take the climb up to the famous Col de Bavella. The views over the Bavella needles are just amazing! It continues to undulate until the Col de la Vaccia, and then we’ll have a gentle descent to our overnight stop.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Cycling: 95 km (59 mi)
Elevation: +2,400 m (+7,874 ft)
Harder option: 115 km (71.4 mi), +2,800 m (+9,186 ft)
Accommodation: 2 or 3-star hotel, guesthouse or inn
Today, we’ll warm up before going on the first climb of the three climbs this stage, the Col de Verde, has to offer. We’ll ride on a beautiful road through the Verde-forest followed by the next uphill section, the superb Col de Sorba. The views will be amazing. The next pass is a bit easier, and offers unique views of the Corsican countryside. We’ll ride downhill again on a twisty road before rolling into Corte, the historical capital of the island.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Cycling: 80 km (50 mi)
Elevation: +1,750 m (+5,741 ft)
Harder option: 100 km (62.1 mi), +2,250 m (+7,381 ft)
Accommodation: 2 or 3-star hotel, guesthouse or inn
On the last day, we’ll ride deep through the villages of the Castagniccia, an area known for its old chapels, natural water sources and centuries-old chestnut trees. Keep your eyes peeled for the Milan Royal (a local bird of prey) flying gracefully through the sky. Soon, we will reach the east coast again, and Bastia is not much further, which marks the end of this tour.

Meals: Breakfast
Cycling: 105 km (65.2 mi)
Elevation: +2,150 m (+7,053 ft)

Cycling Adventure in Corsica, France: The Ultimate Island Ride

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Europe Active

Europe Active started in Corsica in 2005—which is essentially the perfect place for an outdoor travel company. It's a family-run business, driven by a team of passionate outdoor enthusiasts eager to share their love for adventure. While they have deep knowledge of Corsica, they've also explored many other destinations around the world, testing out different types of active holidays. With strong partnerships across Europe and beyond, they offer high-quality, well-planned trips that bring the excitement of exploration to travelers.

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Marie Laplagne

Perfect, clear, precise, makes you want to travel with them. Have taken advantage of their stays and tours several times, never disappointed.

Gregory Chabert

We went on a trip with Europe Active and we are delighted. We will leave with our eyes closed with them. They are very professional and very friendly.

Izabella Astone

Excellent service and equipement! Great bikes, that perfectly matched with the kind of adventure we were looking for and a very friendly available team!

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