Crossing Corsica

What's Included

• Meals

  7 breakfasts, 1 picnic lunch, 2 dinners - breakfast will usually be continental style and consist of breads, jams, coffee, tea and juices. Dinners will vary according to the fresh produce available but may be quite limited and repetitive in the mountains.

• Accommodation

  5 nights in 3 star hotels, 1 night 2 star hotel on a twin share basis with private facilities, 1 night comfortable mountain lodge twin share also with private facilities.

• Luggage Transfers

  Luggage transfers - one piece of max 15kg per person.

• Digital Information Pack

  Digital information pack - smartphone app with maps and route book.

• Transfers

  Transfer from Corté to start of walk on day 2 and from Ajaccio coach station to the hotel on day 7.

• Emergency Hotline

  Emergency hotline.

What's Not Included

• Travel

  Travel to Corte and from Ajaccio.
  
  

• Meals and Drinks

  Meals not listed as included, drinks.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance - mandatory.
  
  

• Tour Guide

  Guide – this is a self-guided walking holiday.
  
  

• Single Room Supplement

  A supplement will apply if you book a single room.
  
  

• Unlisted Transfers

  Transfers not listed as included.
  
  

• Bus Transfer from Porto to Ajaccio

  Bus transfer from Porto to Ajaccio on day 7, paid locally (allow EUR12) - does not operate on Sundays or public holidays.
  
  Travel on Sundays and public holidays is by taxi only and costs approx.
  
  EUR300.
  
  

• Bad Weather Arrangements

  Transfers and alternative accommodation which may be required in the event of bad weather.
  
  

• Luggage Storage and Parking

  Storage of excess luggage and parking.
  
  

• Hotel Taxes

  Hotel taxes if applicable – payable directly to the hotel.
  
  

• Personal Items

  Items of a personal nature.
  
  

• Unlisted Meals and Drinks

  Dinner except as noted, lunch except on day 4 (other days you can buy at the gites or supplies from the village store) and drinks.
  
  

Accommodation

6 nights mainly 3 star hotels. During the trip you will be accommodated at a range of mainly 3 star hotels. In Corte and Calacuccia the 3 star hotels are centrally located, clean and comfortable. On the GR20 (Verghio) we use a comfortable but basic ski lodge with panoramic views. There is no wifi at this hotel. In Evisa, it's a basic hotel with outstanding views from the dining area and many of the rooms. The hotel has a pool and is located about 500m from the town centre. In Porto, the 3 star hotel we use is comfortable with a lovely pool and nice breakfast area. The hotel is located about 800m from the port. Finally, the three star hotel in Ajaccio has an ideal location in the heart of town and in walking distance to the city's beaches and port. There is a lift and free wifi in the rooms.

Grading

MODERATE GRADE 3
This is a self-guided walk with average daily stages of 4 to 6 hours over mountainous and at times rugged terrain. The approximate walking times are listed for each stage, bear in mind these are walking times only and do not include breaks for lunch and rest stops. The trip is graded moderate as the paths although well defined and clearly marked, have some steep sections on sometimes loose and rocky ground and through scrubland (maquis). There are lots of ups and downs. A good level of fitness is required. As with all of our trips it is important that you are well prepared. We suggest that you undertake regular exercise - swimming, cycling, jogging, two to three times a week for three months prior to your departure.

What You Carry

As the walks are fully supported you only need to carry a daypack with your daily requirements including wet weather gear, lunch supplies, water bottle, warm top, phone etc

Mode of Transport

The tour includes transfers from Corté to the start of the walk on day 2 and from Ajaccio coach station to the hotel on day 7. A local bus from Porto to Ajaccio on day 7 is also included, with tickets purchased from the driver. Note that buses do not operate on Sundays and public holidays except from 1 July to 31 August.