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The place “Evisa” in Korika

Corsica - Mare e Monti

Hiking on the island of beauty

7 Days / 6 Nights
Walking
The place “Evisa” in Korika

On this multi-faceted hiking tour from the mountains to the sea, you will discover the ‘Île de beauté’ (island of beauty) starting in the historic capital of Corte, in the heart of the island. The hikes take you through breathtaking landscapes such as the Niolu valley, the Aïtone forest and the Spelunca gorge, as well as through traditional villages such as Evisa and Ota. Accompanied by the scent of the maquis, you can refresh yourself in natural swimming pools in the sea and enjoy nature. The highlight of this trip is the deep blue bay of Porto and the bizarre granite rock landscape of the famous Calanche de Piana, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Itinerary at a glance

The beauty of Corsica enchants all the senses. Enjoy Mediterranean flair, delicious cuisine and breathtaking nature from the highest peaks to the Gulf of Porto.
Day
01
Arrival in Corte

In the morning, transfer to the entrance of the impressive Scala di Santa Regina gorge, whose paths are part of an ancient network of Alpine paths. You follow one of the most beautiful sections carved into the rock, which towers far above the gorge. In between, you have the opportunity to stop for a swim.

Short transfer from the Col de Vergio, a high mountain pass with majestic views and towering peaks. The path leads downhill through the pines of the Aïtone forest to the outskirts of Evisa, past rock pools and into the picturesque chestnut woods. Medieval houses and a lively atmosphere await you in the centre of Evisa.

Today you can relax or take a walk along part of the ‘Mare e Monti’ hiking trail, a path from village to village that used to be the only connection between the villages. It leads through the surrounding chestnut woods into a lush macchia. You reach the abandoned hamlet of Tassu, which is well worth discovering. The way back via the village of Cristinacce rounds off the insight into Corsican village life.

Your route leads along a former shepherd's path in the heart of the red granite rock massif of the Spelunca Gorge amidst impressive vegetation of eucalyptus, prickly pear cacti and agaves. After crossing a rushing mountain stream, the route crosses ancient Genoese bridges and continues to the idyllic village of Ota.

Hike above the deep blue Gulf of Porto with breathtaking views of the La Scandola nature reserve and Monte Senino. You can then admire the Calanche de Piana, a bizarre red granite rock landscape formed by erosion, which, like La Scandola, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day
07
Departure or extension

Difficulty level

Walking

You hike on beautiful paths along the coast and in the highlands. A good basic level of fitness is required for the hikes of up to 5 hours, the paths have hardly any technical difficulties.

Prices & Dates

Prices per person in EUR

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in category A in beautiful 2**- and 3***-hotels of a higher standard, in category B in simple 2**- and 3***-hotels
  • Breakfast
  • 3 Dinners (1x Calacuccia, 2x Evisa)
  • Transfers according to program

  • Carefully elaborated route description
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Ferry to Bastia from Savonna, Genoa, Livorno (IT) and Nice (FR) www.corsica-ferries.de; www.mobylines.de.
  • Train journey from Bastia to Corte.
  • Bastia or Ajaccio airport.
  • Parking: limited number of hotel parking spaces.
  • Return journey: Bus journey from Piana to Ajaccio in approx. 2 hours and from there train journey to Corte or Bastia in approx. 2 or 4 hours.

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price.
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.
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