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The Grand Tour of Corsica sporty
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The Grand Tour of Corsica Sporty
A raw challenge. 8 days. The full tour of Corsica by pedal power.
Head south to Bonifacio, its vertiginous cliffs, then immediate immersion in the wild interior with the climb to Zicavo. Days chain between passes, isolated roads and grandiose panoramas until Corte, before swinging to Cape Corse and its challenging profiles. Balagne offers brief respite, soon replaced by the demanding return to Porto, then the final stage to Ajaccio to complete this major tour.
A group format, designed to perform
You ride within a group of committed cyclists, with complete logistics to stay focused on what matters: riding, climbing, maintaining pace.
- on-road assistance at each stage
- baggage transfer
- feed stations to sustain effort
- optimized routes with GPX traces
- limited to 20 participants
💰Budget
From 1335€/person (based on shared double/twin room)
Special Club/Group Rate (5 people or more): please contact us.
Join a departure
- September 12-19, 2026 - €1335
- May 1-8, 2027 - €1355
- June 05-12, 2027 - €1355
- September 11-18, 2027 - €1385
Jour 1 : Ajaccio - Bonifacio
135 km
1900 m
Departure from the imperial city towards the extreme south of the island. The road crosses contrasting landscapes between dense maquis and jagged coasts. The ascent reveals spectacular panoramas of the Ajaccio gulf before swinging to the wild south. Majestic arrival in Bonifacio, citadel perched on its white limestone cliffs overlooking the Strait of Bonifacio.
Jour 2 : Bonifacio - Zicavo
120 km
2380 m
Queen stage of the route, leaving the Mediterranean coast to plunge into mountainous Corsica. Progressive ascent crosses the villages of Alta Rocca, authentic territory where time seems suspended. Passes succeed each other, unveiling raw and preserved nature before reaching Zicavo, mountain village nestled in forests.
Jour 3 : Zicavo - Corte
105 km
1885 m
Crossing the mountainous heart of the island via winding roads serpentining between chestnut and laricio pines. Alpine landscapes succeed deep valleys. Progressive descent towards Corte, historic capital and university city, guardian of Corsican identity at the foot of the high peaks.
Jour 4 : Corte - Sisco
130 km
2335 m
Demanding stage crossing the central ridge to reach Cape Corse. The ascent towards the passes offers stunning views over surrounding massifs. The descent towards the eastern slope reveals the Tyrrhenian coast before reaching Sisco, a discreet Cape Corse village with preserved coastal hamlets.
Jour 5 : Sisco - Saint-Florent
110 km
1545 m
Spectacular climb up Cape Corse via its eastern coast then swing to the west. The corniche road unveils vertiginous panoramas of the sea. Successive hilltop villages testify to authentic Corsica. Arrival in Saint-Florent, elegant seaside resort at the foot of the mineral Agriates desert.
Jour 6 : Saint-Florent - Algajola
120 km
1550 m
Crossing the mineral Agriates desert then discovery of Balagne, the garden of Corsica. Hilltop villages dominate cultivated valleys and fine sand beaches. The road winds between sea and mountain, revealing the welcoming soul of this blessed region.
Jour 7 : Algajola - Porto
105 km
1845 m
Crossing the Marsolinu pass offering a majestic view of Calvi gulf. Descent to Galeria then climb towards the wild western coast. The Palmarella pass unveils one of Corsica's most beautiful panoramas before the plunge to Porto, gateway of the Calanches.
Jour 8 : Porto - Ajaccio
90 km
1485 m
Apotheosis of the journey through the famous Calanches of Piana, nature's masterpiece classified as UNESCO. Red rocks sculpted plunge into the deep blue sea. Passage through Cargèse then triumphant return to Ajaccio, completing this full tour of the Island of Beauty.
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- Easy access to Corsica
Sea crossings from Marseille from 40 €*
Preferential rates on flights on request
We can organize your transport to Corsica according to your city of departure and the dates of your stay.
Schedules coordinated with your itinerary for smooth organization.
Subject to availability and airline conditions
- Travel insurance
Cancellation / interruption / repatriation insurance :
40 € / person (optional)
- Your contact on site
Cycling Corsica is a tour operator specialized in bike travel in Corsica.
Based in Ajaccio, with teams in Ajaccio, Bastia and Calvi, our organization is entirely managed locally.
A single contact
Mastered organization on the ground
An experience without intermediary
- Local commitment
Based in Corsica for more than 25 years, we rely on a network of more than 50 local partners carefully selected throughout the territory.
Partner of the Corsica Tourism Agency
Committed actor in the development of cycle tourism
This price includes
- Accommodation 7 nights in charming 3* and 2* hotels
- Full board - breakfasts, midday feed stations and dinners (single group menu)
- Baggage transfer stage by stage
- Dedicated assistance during the stay
- 2 fully equipped vehicles adapted to cycle touring stays
- 1 truck equipped for baggage transport and feed stations
- 1 assistance vehicle containing the necessary equipment for your minor repairs
- Routes with GPX traces
- Sporty road books with the elevation profile of each stage
- Delicatessen tasting
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This price does not include
- Single room supplement 45€/night - i.e. 315€ for the stay
- Bike rental with -20% discount :
-Bianchi carbon bike 11 x 32 cassette rim brakes : 232€
-Polygon carbon bike 11 x 34 cassette disc brake : 272€
- Generally, everything that is not mentioned in "what's included"
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