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5 reasons to spend your holidays hiking in Corsica

Laetitzia PIETRI | 10/28/2020 | What's new

If you still need reasons to spend your holidays in Corsica, here's an article for you !

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The GR20 trail in 7 days

Jerome PIETRI | 10/28/2020 | The GR20

Guided tour. The GR20 in 7 days is a very challenging trip for those who are keen of physical efforts. Whether you are a long-distance runner or an experienced trekker used to rough terrain and steep descents, a professional mountain guide will set the pace for you to achieve this real challenge.

LEVEL: Very hard | SEASON: Summer | DURATION: 8 days (7 days of walking) | PRICE: 1290 € / person

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Getaway on the GR20

Jerome PIETRI | 10/28/2020 | The GR20

Guided tour. The GR20 is known as the toughest hiking trail in Europe. Walking by the wild paths of the GR20, we climb through the massif of Renoso and find ourselves each night in a comfortable gite or small mountain lodge. An original way of discovering the natural areas crossed by this famous trail.

LEVEL: Middle | SEASON: Summer | DURATION: 6 days | PRICE: 890 € / person

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Ajaccio, the best place to live in France

Laetitzia PIETRI | 02/21/2020 | What's new

A few days ago, Ajaccio has been elected as the nicest place to live for families by the Figaro magazine in France. The "Imperial City" as we like to call it, is widely known as the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. But it has so much more to offer that we thought it deserved a full article!

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TOP 5 must-see places in Corsica

Laetitzia PIETRI | 02/10/2020 | What's new

Your holidays in Corsica get closer and closer everyday, and you're starting to think about all the things you've seen in your guide book about the isle of beauty: the Calanques, the beautiful beaches and the mountains of course... Or maybe you don't know Corsica yet, and you need some ideas for your next holidays ?
Here is the top 5 MUST-SEE places in Corsica !

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Travel Essentials When Hiking in Corsica

Laetitzia PIETRI | 12/13/2019 | What's new

You planned it months and months ago, you thought about it days and nights and finally, here it is... Your trip is approaching and time has come to start packing your bag. Too afraid to forget something, or maybe too lazy to gather your equipment, we know you keep postponing the task. But one way or another, you will have to start packing. So to help you, we put together a list of must have travel items for your trip to Corsica.

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Trail running on the GR20

Laetitzia PIETRI | 12/06/2019 | What's new

Over the past few years, trail running has really grown into an extremely popular sport. Combining getting outside, enjoying nature, and doing sport at the same time, trail running offers people the possibility to relieve their stress and reconnect with their primal selves.
The values transmitted by this sport are important and can easily be applied in your everyday life: mutual aid, surpassing yourself, determination and more.
Thus, you can see tons of new races opening every year around the world. And Corsica is no exception to the rule.

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The GR20 trail in 13 days

Jérome Pietri | 07/10/2019 | The GR20

Guided tour. The GR20 trail crosses the island by following the high mountain range that forms the natural boundary between the two departments of Corsica. From Calvi (north west) to Porto Vecchio (south east), this hike offers fantastic sceneries and a taste of the authentic and traditional life in the mountains. Thanks to our logistics, you avoid to bring a heavy rucksack that significantly increases your pleasure to walk.

LEVEL: Very hard | SEASON: Summer | DURATION: 13 days | PRICE: 1790 € / person

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From the mountains to the sea

| 07/10/2019 | Classic guided tours

Guided tour. From the highest mountains to the Gulf of Porto, you walk in a landscape that changes every day. Cristal clear river pools are always a good place for a picnic or to swim when the sun becomes a little too hot.

LEVEL: Easy/medium| DURATION: 6 days | PRICE: From 990 € / person

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Mountains of Southern Corsica

Jerome PIETRI | 07/10/2019 | Classic guided tours

Guided tour. A stay off the beaten path, with wild landscapes. From the villages of the Alta Rocca to the Aiguilles of Bavella...

LEVEL: Easy/medium| DURATION: 6 days | PRICE: From 890 € / person

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Roadtrip in Corsica

Jerome PIETRI | 07/10/2019 | Road trip

At your own pace, with your vehicle, discover the beauties of Corsica, relieved of organizational worries. We book accommodations for you and offer daily hikes of different levels. A clear and precise roadbook guides you on the road and on the trails.

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GR20 South

Jérome Pietri | 07/09/2019 | The GR20

The GR20 south is varied, with high mountain ridges, rocky areas and open plains. You feel close to the Mediterranean in east during the entire time, and you really get the feeling of being on an island while wandering most of the hike over 1500m. GR20 South is less rocky and challenging than GR20 South. However, you shall not underestimate the streneous ascents.

LEVEL: Hard | DURATION: 6 days | PRICE: 890€ / person

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The Vizzavona Forest - A taste of the GR20

Laetitzia PIETRI | 07/03/2019 | What's new

If you want a taste of the GR20 without putting too much effort in it, the Vizzavona Forest can be a nice option.
The village of Vizzavona represents the limit between the Northern and the Southern part of the GR20 path. From there, you can join the mountain hut of Capanelle in the South (5 hours) or the one of l'Onda (5 hours 30 minutes) in the North.
However, if you are not used to long and difficult hikes, as the GR20 can be, there are other hikes available.

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How to be a responsible hiker in Corsica

Laetitzia PIETRI | 06/18/2019 | What's new

Hiking and trekking in the Corsican mountains is often something you have dreamt of for a long time. Well, that’s it, you arrived in Corsica and are ready to begin your trek. But to make sure you enjoy your trek in the best way possible, there are some things you have to do (or not!) as a hiker.

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Mare a Mare South

Jerome PIETRI | 02/14/2014 | Classic self-guided tours

Self-guided tour. From the Aiguilles of Bavella to the Gulf of Valincu: you cross the Alta Rocca, the "land of the lords", a region full of history... and prehistory.

LEVEL: Easy/Middle | DURATION: 6 days | PRICE: From 790€ / person

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From the mountains to the sea

| 02/14/2014 | Classic self-guided tours

Self-guided tour. From the highest peaks of Corsica to the Porto Gulf on the west coast, experience the splendid contrast between the mountains and the sea. On this hike, you will discover typical Corsican mountain villages, clear water rivers (enjoy a bath almost every day!), mountain lakes, sheepfolds, famous GR20 trails, ancient genoese bridges, Mediterranean maquis and more...

LEVEL: Easy/Middle | DURATION: 6 days | PRICE: 940€ / person in hotels

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Mare e Monti

Jerome PIETRI | 02/14/2014 | Classic guided tours

Guided tour. From Porto’s gulf to the natural reserve of Scandola… There, you discover the true meaning of “Corsica, a mountain in the sea”
A trek in an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hiking in Corsica has never been so beautiful.

LEVEL: Middle| DURATION: 6 days | PRICE: 990€ / person

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Mare e Monti

Jerome PIETRI | 02/14/2014 | Classic self-guided tours

Guided tour. From Porto’s gulf to the natural reserve of Scandola… There, you discover the true meaning of “Corsica, a mountain in the sea”
A trek in an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hiking in Corsica has never been so beautiful.

LEVEL: Middle| DURATION: 6 days | PRICE: 990€ / person

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What is a self-guided tour ?

| 11/30/2013 | Self-guided tours

In self-guided tours, we take care of logistics for you (booking of accommodation, transport) and give you maps and tour descriptions. And last but not least, the luggage you do not need for your day's hike is trasported directly to the next accommodation.

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GR20 South

| 11/28/2013 | The GR20

Self-guided tour. Walk on the GR20 at your own pace, with your family or friends and without a guide. There is no need to wear a giant backpack. Travel only with a small daily bag on your back. Discover Corsica has designed a comfortable GR20 that respects the path of the most legendary hike in Corsica.

LEVEL: Hard | SEASON: Summer| DURATION: 6 days | PRICE: 790 € / person

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