Alta Rocca and South Corsica Cycling
€980.00
Road cycling in Corsica with a combination of mountains and costal riding.
Prices are starting indications, per person, based on two people sharing a twin room, and do not include bike hire. Please make a booking enquiry for a confirmed price based on your chosen dates and exact requirements.
Description
From Propriano, you will discover the coast of the extreme south before exploring the winding mountain roads in the heart of the Alta Rocca region. On the agenda: the cities of Sartène, Bonifacio, Porto-Vecchio, the small villages of Zonza and Aullène, some of the most beautiful beaches, large forests, impenetrable maquis and countless panoramic views.
Itinerary
Example itinerary:
Day 1 – Propriano
Nestled at the heart of the Gulf of Valinco, the small seaside town of Propriano is surrounded by many sandy beaches where water activities, boat trips and discovery of cultural and historical heritage are possible. After your stay at the hotel, you can explore the bustling port of the city and enjoy the sunset.
Day 2 – Propriano to Sartène
The route takes the road of the beaches, which leads to the tower of Campomoro (paying site – walk of 1 hour), then winds through the hinterland in the heart of a thick and green maquis, crossing some hamlets of stones, before joining “the Corsican city of Corsica”, Sartène. 47km, +1050m, -750m.
Day 3 – Sartène to Bonifacio
The small road zigzags through high mountains before tipping into the Ortolo Valley. The straight road stretches to reach the site of Roccapina and its “Lion”, which offers one of the most beautiful panoramas of the island with the Bouches de Bonifacio. 55km, +700m, -1000m.
Day 4 – Bonifacio to Porto-Vecchio
The great city of Bonifacio is planted on high chalk cliffs and overlooks the sea. The coastal road offers magnificent views, enchanting places, some of the most beautiful beaches, before joining the city of salt. 51km, +450m, -450m.
Day 5 – Porto-Vecchio to Zonza
The route leaves the broad plain of Coste Verde to climb through the cork oaks and maritime pines, overlooking the gulfs of Porto-Vecchio and Sardinia, before reaching the forest of Ospedale and its lake, the village of Zonza, then the Bavella Pass and its famous needles. 59km, +1630m, -900m.
Day 6 – Zonza to Propriano
A wonderful day through the granite villages of Alta Rocca. Along the way, you can take a walk through the past along the heritage trails and then switch to the sumptuous Rizzanese Valley before arriving back into Propriano. 57km, +750m, -1500m.
Day 7 – Propriano
Relaxing day on one of the beaches that surround the city, meet the winemakers, or hit the road to discover the most beautiful beaches on the coast that lead to Porto-Pollo on the north shore of the Gulf of Valinco. 40km, +280m, -280m.
Day 8 – End of stay in Propriano
End of our services after breakfast.
Your Bike
When you book your Corsica cycling holiday, we can reserve a bike for you with a partner rental company located at the start of your circuit. Once here, you collect your bike and pay directly with the rental company or we can arrange delivery at your first hotel depending on the stay.
Included in the rental you have
- Bike Helmet
- Bike Lock
- Repair kit
- Charger for electric bikes
