Itinerary

• DAY 1 – Arrival at Bastia airport and private transfer to your hotel in Corte located in the centre of the island (transfer time approx 1 1/2 hours). Your 4 star accommodation is located by the clear rolling waters of the Restonica River with easy access to the town’s restaurants, shops and cafes. Check-in & overnight.
• DAY 2 – Your walk starts with a discovery of Corte. The old town is built on a hill that rises sharply from the river plain below. On top of the hill is a cliff sided rock and the medieval citadel. Built in 1420 and until recently barracks for the Foreign Legion, it is now an interesting museum and tourist office. From here, the views of the Tavignano and Restinica emerging from their respective gorges are breathtaking. The walk will continue along the Tavignano river – there’s some great spots for swimming so bring a towel – the clear mountain water is fresh but will be a welcome respite. Overnight in your 4 star hotel in Corte. Walking time approx 4 hours – 12km – elevation +450m; -450m
  
• DAY 3 – After breakfast you will be transferred to the Bergeries de Grotelle – a shepherd’s hut at 1 375m altitude – the starting point for today’s hike. The route takes you through the Corsican pine forests, grazing planes and on to the lakes of Melo and Capitello. There’s another shepherd’s hut on route that sells its own cheeses during the summer months – a welcome lunch stop but make sure you bring your own baguette from one of the boulangeries in Corte. The loop returns to Grotelle where you can enjoy a platter of local charcuterie. Overnight in your 4 star hotel in Corte. Walking time approx 4 hours – 4.5km – elevation +600m; -600m
  
• DAY 4 –  This day’s adventure starts with a train journey from Corte to Calvi. The line meanders from village to village, through the granite mountains, pine forests and valleys offering amazing views of the countryside, villages and traditional townscapes  stretching from the heart of the island to the western coast. Calvi is a bustling sea port with fine beaches and amazing scenery. It has the typical feel of a smart Mediterranean resort with many bars, bistros and delicious restaurants. Its busy port and marina is overlooked by the impressive citadel. Check-in & overnight in your 4 star hotel in Calvi.
  
• DAY 5 – After breakfast you’ll make your way to the citadel and the Columbus monument (to commemorate the explorer’s birthplace). From there you will continue southbound along the coastal path with beautiful views overlooking Calvi and on to the peninsula and the Revellata Lighthouse. There are some gorgeous little bays, alcoves and secluded beaches to enjoy on route so make sure to pack a towel if you fancy a dip. You can either retrace your steps along the shoreline or take a more elevated route back to Calvi. Overnight in your 4 star hotel in Calvi. Walking time approx 3 1/2 hours – 14km – elevation +430m; -430m
  
• DAY 6 – Today’s stage will take you inland, through the Corsican maquis – the island’s evergreen shrubland and native wilderness that has remained unchanged for centuries & unique to this part of the Mediterranean. You will reach the Notre Dame de la Serra chapel from where you will enjoy a panoramic view of the whole bay of Calvi and the Reginu valley – legend has it that if you share the moment with your loved one it will lead to happy years ahead. You have the choice of 2 routes – either head back to Calvi or continue up the trail to Capu di a Veta  mountain top. Overnight in your 4 star hotel in Calvi. Walking time approx 2-4 hours depending on routes – 5km – elevation +180m; -180m // Optional route to Capu di a Veta mountain top: walking time approx 5 1/4 hours – 11km – elevation +700; -700m
• DAY 7 – Private transfer from the hotel to Bastia airport for your return flight to the UK