City: Corsica
Top Things to do in Corsica
What to do and see in Corsica, France: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
Corsica is a laid-back French island, with a breezy vibe that’s part European weekend and part tropical honeymoon. The port city of Bastia flings its arms wide open to weary travelers disembarking from a long ferry trip. For a truly charming Corsican experience, catch a train through the mountains to the beach, passing by rustic villages and grazing cows along the way. Take a few hours or even a few weeks to explore the island’s famous walking trails, including the varsity-level GR 20.
Restaurants in Corsica
1. Lunch With The Shepherds Of Orgosolo From Costa Smeralda
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We start the tour with the Ispingoli cave near the town of Dorgali. We start the tour with the Ispingoli cave near the town of Dorgali. The cave is dominated by an enormous 38-metre high limestone column, one of the tallest stalactite-stalagmite examples in Europe.
Inclusions: Private experience
Exclusions: Entrance to the cave of Ispinigoli 8 euro and the lunch with the shepherds, 30 euro
Reviewed By JulieMDP
Matteo conducted this tour for myself and another solo traveller. It was very interesting and Matteo is very knowledgeable and was flexible to suit the types of things we wanted to see on this tour. Matteo spoke English very well and also injected plenty of humour into his dialogue! We finished the day at a fantastic agroturismo restaurant and Matteo was able to describe the dishes and local customs to us. We had a great day and wouldn't hesitate to recommend both Matteo and the tour!
2. Alghero From Olbia - Costa Smeralda
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With its 44,000 inhabitants, it is the 5th largest city of Sardinia. Alghero is the island's main harbor, home to Fertilia airport and one of its best-loved cities walkway along the port's bastions, the red roofs that touch into the emerald sea. The shoreline is some 90 km long and known as the Coral Riviera. The most famous beach here is Le Bombarde, it is a favorite destination for families, young people and surfing enthusiasts.
Inclusions: Pick Up
Exclusions: the tickets to the caves of Neptune, 8 euros, the ferry if you want to go there from Alghero, 16 euros
Reviewed By JulieMDP
Matteo conducted this tour for myself and another solo traveller. It was very interesting and Matteo is very knowledgeable and was flexible to suit the types of things we wanted to see on this tour. Matteo spoke English very well and also injected plenty of humour into his dialogue! We finished the day at a fantastic agroturismo restaurant and Matteo was able to describe the dishes and local customs to us. We had a great day and wouldn't hesitate to recommend both Matteo and the tour!
3. Bonifacio - Excursion From Sardinia
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BONIFACIO is a star attraction in CORSICA, drawing visitors from all over the island and overseas to marvel at its medieval houses precariously teetering on the edge of the imposing limestone cliffs. BONIFACIO’s Old Town, with a labyrinth of narrow streets and historic buildings, was built by the Genoese and is a fascinating place to wander around. Founded in 828 AD by Count Bonifacio of Tuscany, its natural harbour bears a striking resemblance to the home of the Laestrygonians referred to in Homer’s Odyssey of the 7th century BC. BONIFACIO also boasts a busy marina filled with impressive yachts and lined with chic bars, restaurants and hotels, enhancing the vibrancy of this fashionable coastal resort. Add to this the fact that BONIFACIO is close to several idyllic, unspoiled Corsican beaches as well as staggeringly beautiful mountains, and you have a near perfect, varied holiday destination.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: ferry from S. Teresa di Gallura (Sardinia) to Bonifacio (Corsica) costs 52 € return per person
Reviewed By JulieMDP
Matteo conducted this tour for myself and another solo traveller. It was very interesting and Matteo is very knowledgeable and was flexible to suit the types of things we wanted to see on this tour. Matteo spoke English very well and also injected plenty of humour into his dialogue! We finished the day at a fantastic agroturismo restaurant and Matteo was able to describe the dishes and local customs to us. We had a great day and wouldn't hesitate to recommend both Matteo and the tour!
4. 7 Days Gran Tour Sardinia and Corsica from Genoa or Rome
7 days and 6 nights leaving from Genoa or Roma. Overnight by ferry. Discover the wildest and oldest of all the Italian region. Visit of the legendary islands Caprera and La Maddalena. Excursion to Costa Smeralda. Through the region of Gallura, you'll visit Santa Teresa, the beaches of Stintino, Capo Caccia and its landscape and Alghero. Continuation to Corsica: Bonifacio, Ajaccio, Corte and Bastia. Return to Italy by daily ferry. Sleeping in Palau, Alghero, Bonifacio and Bastia.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 6 nights accommodation, Breakfast day 3, 4, 5, 6, 7., Myrtle liquor (mirto) and local cakes tasting., All activities, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points (hotel in Genoa city centre), Air-conditioned vehicle, Transport by private vehicle, Free Wi-Fi on board, Private cabin on board the ferry from continent to Sardinia, Ferry from Santa Teresa to Bonifacio, Daily ferry from Corsica to Italy (Savona or Livorno), Train Livorno to Rome (only option from Rome)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, City taxes at the hotel, Porterage
Reviewed By LadyRJ2019
As a family of three, we were excited to go on the 7 day northern lakes and Dolomites tour - especially as it would be very difficult to visit these areas by ourselves (visiting from Australia and not confident driving/getting around to these areas). The tour started well, we were the only English speakers but we had been assured our guide would provide fluent English commentary. Perhaps we expected too much but there was very little information provided about where we were or where we were travelling through. In fact, the first three days we received very limited information in total while the Spanish speakers were provided with much more. We visited some stunning places but too much of the tour focused on lunch breaks and eating rather than seeing the sights. Halfway through the tour more English speakers joined the group bit we still had to seek information rather than being provided with it on some occasions. The bus was too big for navigating city streets and mountain switchbacks - the driver often had to reverse and try multiple times to get around corners and switchbacks. I felt very sorry for him - he did a marvelous job but it would have been so much easier for him and much more enjoyable for us if we weren't concerned about falling off the side of a mountain. The company can't seem to decide whether they are catering to small groups or large and this has a huge impact on the enjoyment of the tour. In Trento we were advised that we would have several hours and could visit the castle. After paying for admission and entering we were then advised that because it was raining some people didn't want to stay so we were cutting the visit short - this should never happen! We then had to get back on the bus only to stop at a truck stop for lunch (instead of staying in lovely Trento). There wasn't really any point to having the guide as he did not provide much "guiding" only very limited information and directions to places he thought we should go and eat. We would have done as well with just the driver. If you can navigate your way around the northern lakes and Dolomites by yourself then I recommend you do that. Otherwise, perhaps a different company would provide a better tour.
5. Bosa & Nuraghe Santu Antine From Olbia - Costa Smeralda
Bosa is a fabulous village where history and modernity as a set generating curiosity and fascination. The Old Village, also known as Sa Costa, lies around the Serravalle Castle, built by the Malaspinas between the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. It will reward you by showing you the charm of the town from a scenic location that will remain forever in your memory.
Inclusions: Professional guides
Exclusions: Entrance to the Nuraghe Santu Antine, 4 euros, and to the Castle of Serravalle, Bosa, 4 euros
Reviewed By JulieMDP
Matteo conducted this tour for myself and another solo traveller. It was very interesting and Matteo is very knowledgeable and was flexible to suit the types of things we wanted to see on this tour. Matteo spoke English very well and also injected plenty of humour into his dialogue! We finished the day at a fantastic agroturismo restaurant and Matteo was able to describe the dishes and local customs to us. We had a great day and wouldn't hesitate to recommend both Matteo and the tour!
6. Castelsardo & Tempio Pausania From Olbia - Costa Smeralda
Castelsardo is a medieval fortress surrounded by nature and steeped in history, religious traditions and ancient crafts. It sits perched on promontory in Anglona, in the center of the Asinara Gulf in north-western Sardinia. It was already an impenetrable centuries-old fortress protected by thick walls and 17 towers, until the advent of modern weaponry. The original nucleus of Castelsardo grew up around the castle of the Dorias, which tradition dates to 1102,
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: Tickets for the Museo dell'Intreccio, Castelsardo, about 3 euros
Reviewed By JulieMDP
Matteo conducted this tour for myself and another solo traveller. It was very interesting and Matteo is very knowledgeable and was flexible to suit the types of things we wanted to see on this tour. Matteo spoke English very well and also injected plenty of humour into his dialogue! We finished the day at a fantastic agroturismo restaurant and Matteo was able to describe the dishes and local customs to us. We had a great day and wouldn't hesitate to recommend both Matteo and the tour!
7. Costa Smeralda & Gallura
it is a good introduction to Gallura (the north east province of Sardinia) to its history, tradition and ... beauty.
Inclusions: Tour Guide
Exclusions: Ticket of 3 euro for the visit of the Nuraghe La Prisciona
Reviewed By JulieMDP
Matteo conducted this tour for myself and another solo traveller. It was very interesting and Matteo is very knowledgeable and was flexible to suit the types of things we wanted to see on this tour. Matteo spoke English very well and also injected plenty of humour into his dialogue! We finished the day at a fantastic agroturismo restaurant and Matteo was able to describe the dishes and local customs to us. We had a great day and wouldn't hesitate to recommend both Matteo and the tour!
8. ERSA ROGLIANO excursion
The tour guide who accompanies you is from Ersa and lives there year-round, she will make you discover all aspects of these places.
Inclusions: Lunches at the restaurant or picnics are included in the price of the excursion
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9. Private Tour of Ajaccio in the island of Corsica with driver and optional guide
The tour will start off from your hotel or place of choice. We can also arrange a private port pick up. We will pick your up privately and start your tour. There are so many traditions and historical towns to get to know that Corsica is a unique island! Corsica is located 12km from Sardinia and it is actually closer to Italy that France! The history that involves Corsica is enormous. The history goes from Romans, Greeks, Byzantines, Franks and so many more until it was finally conquered by France! Enjoy this private tour with a private luxury vehicle and separate driver and optional official tour guide: Here are some locations you can enjoy during your private tour: Calanques de Piana Calvi Citadel Plage de Palombaggia, Porto - Vecchio Maison Bonaparte, Ajaccio Bonifacio Citadel Aiguilles de Bavella, Zonza View of Plage de Saleccia, Santo Pietro di Tenda Chapelle de Notre Dame de la Serra We will drop you off at your hotel, cruise or place of choice.
Inclusions: Private luxury vehicle with driver for 8 hours, Optional: Official Tour guide for 8 hours, Pick-up and drop off from hotel, apartment or cruise port in Ajaccio, Private Tour, Local Taxes, SAVE COVID-19 SAFE
Exclusions: Food and Drinks, Entrances Fees
Reviewed By Rafagonzaleza21
All was very well organized by the company. The local guide was excellent as well as the driver. I suggest tourists to take this tour.
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