Corsican Mountains & Villages

8 days - from $1230

Excellent walking from the traditional village of Bocognano in the mountains of Corsica
Part of France but distinctly different, influenced by Italy but not Italian, the Corsicans have a language, culture, cuisine and way of life all of their own. This holiday is based in Bocognano (650m), a village in the midst of magnificent scenery. It is served by the delightful mountain railway which connects Ajaccio with Corte and provides us with easy access to a good range of walking routes from the Mediterranean to the central highlands. The mountains rise from the western coast of pink granite to an impressive range of peaks running down the spine of the island. The distance from the highest peak to the sandy beaches is less than 40km; a compact area providing superb mountain walks through forests, valleys and traditional villages.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Bocognano. 2-4 Three guided daywalks, exploring the beautiful scenery around Bocognano. 5 Free day for an optional trip by train to Ajaccio and its beaches; the charming university town of Corte. 6-7 Two more guided day walks. 8 End Bocognano.

Mode of travel: 5 days centre-based walking. Altitude maximum 1650m, average 800m.
Group size: Normally 6 to 16, plus leader.
Accommodation: 7 nights in a family-run 2-star hotel.
Food: All breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $175.00
Trip Reference: TEB
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.
Trip Reference: TEB