Road Cycling Tours Corsica

Cycling on Corsica Island is very special. The island attracts many road cyclists from all around the world.

Grade

Challenging

When

May-Oct

Accommodation

2* and 3* Hotels

Price 2* and 3* Hotels

From €1710

Road Bike Alu

€310

Carbon Road bike

€395

Start

Bastia

Single room

€380

From: €1,710

Description

Road Cycling Tours Corsica

Road Cycling Tours Corsica Island from 6 persons or more

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Guided Road cycling holiday

Cycling on Corsica Island is very special. Your start of the cycling week will be in Bastia and ends in Bastia. The island attracts many road cyclists from all around the world. Beautiful landscapes are waiting to be discovered. Almost two-thirds of Corsica Island is covered by natural parks. Corsica is also known as “the mountain in the Sea”. The mountainous terrain makes Corsica not an easy island to cycle, but that makes it more challenging to cycle. The route is famous because of the stunning landscapes, crystal-clear waters, impressive cliffs, and spectacular views. Furthermore, you’ll cycle tough climbs, and great downhills through undulating natural beauties. Especially, the rugged Mediterranean coast is typical of the island’s culture and heritage.

On all cycling days, you’ll climb some 700m on the mountains a day, and you’ll cycle around 100 km. These two things make this cycle trip a challenging cycling week. You discover the wonderful scenery that this Mediterranean island has to offer. Ride along the roads switching between coast and mountains and meet proud local people who will show their passion for food and traditions.

The accommodation is all well located and offers all the comfort you need; whether in hotels, guest houses or auberges (double rooms). Certainly, this guided Road Cycling trip on Corsica Island is a must-do for every keen cyclist!

Join us and get a fantastic cycling holiday on the island of Corsica!

  • Bastia, Corsica’s historic capital
  • Steep climbs followed by spectacular descents
  • The perfectly paved Route National the Coastal road to the bay of Porto
  • Fantastic panorama view over the city of Bastia and the bay of St-Florent
  • The beautiful Bay of Propriano
  • The pure nature region of Castagniccia is known for its old chapels
  • Well-located accommodations like gîte d’etape, hotels, and typical Corsican auberges
  • The route is famous because of the Stunning landscapes, crystal-clear waters, impressive cliffs, and spectacular views
Day 1
From Bastia to Calvi - 115km
This first stage starts from Bastia and heads westwards up over the Col de Teghime. From here you leave behind Bastia and the view opens out to the west and 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). You 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. Night stop in Calvi.
Day 2
From Calvi to Porto - 80km
The itinerary follows the coastal road passing crystal clear waters, and offers simply stunning views. The major climb of the day is the Col de Palmarella and after this the "Col de la Croix", passing through a few typical remote villages. You reach Porto and its famous Genoese tower at the heart of this magnificent golfe. For an extended ride, take the road up to the "Calanche de Piana" (an extraordinary red rocky landscape).
Day 3
From Porto to Venaco - 115km
Leaving Porto and the coast, todays stage leads you 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 your way. A long downhill awaits you (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.
Day 4
From Venaco to Propriano - 110km / 145km
The day starts with the Col de Vizzavona, followed by a short fast downhill, before climbing again, up the beautiful Col de ScalellaFurther on the route undulates through some tiny villages (some of them known for their prehistorical vestiges). Todays accomodation offers you a great view over the bay of Propriano, and after a long day on your bike you can enjoy a cold drink watching the sunset!
Day 5
From Propriano to Zicavo - 95km / 115km
Today you 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! Then it continues to undulate until the Col de la Vaccia (1195m) and a gentle descent to our overnight stop.
Day 6
From Zicavo to Corte - 80km / 100km
You have a few km to warm up before attacking the 1st climb of the 3 this stage has to offer; the Col de Verde. A beautiful road through the Verde-forest followed by the next uphill section, up the superb Col de Sorba. The views are just wonderful! But keep your eyes on the road during the long and twisty descent. The next pass is a bit easier and also offers unique views over the Corsican countryside. Down again on a superb and twisty road, before rolling the last few km into Corte, historical capital of the island.
Day 7
Corte to Castagniccia - 105km
Deep through the villages of the Castagniccia, todays stage leads you into this area known for its old chapels, natural water sources and centuries old chestnut trees. That's pure nature!! Keep your eyes peeled for the "Milan Royal" (a local bird of prey) flying gracefully through the sky. Soon you will reach the East Coast again, and Bastia is not much further.



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Dates 2025:
  • 11 May 2025  - 17 May 2025 (6 persons or more required)
  • 8 June 2025 - 14 June 2025 (6 persons or more required)
  • 21 September - 27 September 2025 (6 persons or more required)
  • 5 October - 11 October 2025 (6 persons or more required)

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  • 6 nights in a double room
  • 6 breakfasts
  • 6 dinners (drinks not included)
  • 6 picnics
  • Luggage transfer
  • Road book with points of interest and GPS tracks on our application (a smartphone is required)
  • A guide in a vehicle throughout the week (to transport luggage and prepare picnics)
  • Local telephone assistance
  • Return transfer to Bastia airport
  • Single supplement €380
  • May, June & September departures €70
  • Aluminum Road bike rental €310
  • Carbon road bike rental (disc brake) €395
  • Optional activities for the program
  • Eventual repair costs
  • Transport to the meeting point
  • Transfers not included in the programme
  • Insurance
  • Drinks with dinner
  • Personal expenses
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