Corsica Bike Tour

Uncover the best of the island of Corsica as you travel on a bike tour with DIGnGO. We will take on the epic climb of the Col de Bavella, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Gulf of Porto, enjoy an exhilarating downhill ride to the town of Zonza, and try Corsican cuisine and wine. With dramatic mountain peaks and stunning coastlines around every corner, Corsica, the Mediterranean mountain range of the sea, boasts wild beauty and rich history. From Corsican polyphony and traditional charcuterie to beautiful white sandy beaches and crystal clear turquoise blue waters, a cycling trip in Corsica is an immersive French cycling adventure through L’Île de Beauté (the Isle of Beauty).

DAYS 1-2

Begin with a 30 minute ride from Calvi to a delightful restaurant, situated in the Baie de Crovani. | Discover the Corsican countryside of breathtaking Balagne region. | Stroll through the town of Calvi, home to a famous 13th-century Genoese citadel. | Settle in at our the hotel La Villa overlooking the bay of Calvi. | Enjoy some downtime at your luxury hotel, perhaps going swimming in one of the pools. | Indulge in a gourmet meal at La Villa’s Michelin-starred restaurant. | Follow the Strada degli Artigiani (Craftsmen’s Route), which leads through the most beautiful scenery in Balagne. | In the morning, tackle a challenging climb to Sant’ Antonino, taking in scenic views along the way. | Enjoy a lunch of local specialties at one of the restaurants in town. | A exhilarating downhill route leads to the village of Pigna, where you will find many local artists including potters, painters, weavers and bakers. | Relish a typical Corsican-style dinner in the town of Calvi. | Enjoy Mediterranean views from your 5-star Relais & Chateaux hotel.

DAY 3

Sit back and relax, knowing that your trip leader is doing the driving, and enjoy the beauty of the ride to nearby Girolata. | Travel to Porto, a small village overlooking the Gulf of Girolata. | Admire the intense orange and red colors of the Calanques de Piana. | Head out on a stunning bicycle ride in the gulf of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for an imposing amphitheater of red granite cliffs plunging directly into clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea. | Catch views of stunning Capu Rossu while travelling by bike through the Scandola Nature Reserve. | Stay at a fantastic auberge in a green environment of chestnut trees, green oaks and pine trees. | Enjoy local cheese and charcuterie over an authentic Corsican dinner.

DAYS 4-6

Make your way up to Col de Bavella and take in stunning views of the Aiguilles de Bavella. | Try local delicacies once you reach the top. | An exhilarating downhill ride between rocky spikes of red granite and immense forests brings you to the town of Bonifacio. | During a private guided tour, visit the citadel and fortifications of Bonifacio. | Stroll the streets of the town before dining on local delicacies at a restaurant of your choice. | Admire breathtaking views over the Bouches de Bonifacio, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre. | Ride a jet ski on the shimmering Mediterranean Sea, reaching the Lavezzi islands. | Take an invigorating dip in the crystal clear blue waters of the Strait of Bonifacio. | Set out on a scenic ride past secluded beaches, small creeks and green forests. | A fabulous dinner awaits at a wonderful restaurant in town.