This is a beautiful combination of two islands in the sun, five days in Corsica and five days in Sardinia. This itinerary offers ten days of easy to moderate cycling, staying in comfortable family run hotels and enjoying the local cuisine. The two islands are both fantastic cycling locations, we take quiet country roads, dirt tracks and rocky trails to enjoy some great scenery and a stunning coastline. The cycling is easy with some strenuous parts, we take the time en route to park up the bikes and swim in small coves, picnic under pine trees, explore unique archaeological remains. We can stop off for a coffee and soak up the atmosphere of the Corsican and Italian villages of outstanding beauty.

Day 1
Start in Ajaccio. Bus transfer to the outskirts of Ajaccio, the Col St George. We cycle down passing through small country villages to the small coastal hamlet of Porto- Pollo. 40km distance. 250m +altitude gain.

Day 2
We cycle through the historic and fertile valley of Taravo, passing through the village of Sollacaro, views of the Golfe of Valinco and head to seaside town of Propriano. 30km distance. 500m +altitude gain.

Day 3
We head off the road and cycle to some inviting the rock pools ideal for a refreshing plunge. We continue on to Sartene a large hilltop village with a medieval foreboding look. 28km distance. 500m +altitude gain

Day 4
Ride along a stretch of windy forest tracks, through the valley of Ortolu past the col of Bacinu to arrive at a wild camp spot in the hills above Porto Vecchio. 30km distance. 600m + altitude gain.

Day 5
A superb long downhill ride and a succession of small lanes lead to the old city of Porto Vecchio with white sandy beaches and sweeping bays. The town is a good mix of designer and traditional old shops. Head to Bonifacio. 40km distance. 350m +altitude gain.

Day 6
Ferry ride to Palau a small receptive port in Sardinia, then head to the beautiful Sardinian archipelago of the Maddalena. Biking is the ideal way to discover the island’s history, rocky landscape and inviting magnificent beaches. 25km distance. 350m +altitude gain.

Day 7
We continue to discover the island, riding along a small coastal road where we can stop off and swim as we fancy. Break in the small chic port at Porto Cervo. 35km distance. 500m +altitude gain.

Day 8
Continuing along the eastern coast, a great way to observe rural life and take a close look at the rolling hillsides, oak woods, vineyards and olive groves. Then off to an isolated farm house full of traditional Sardinian charm. 25km distance. 400m +altitude gain.

Day 9
Lovely ride, stunning views across sweeping plains, back roads all the way to a lovely little cove. 40km distance. 400m +altitude gain.

Day 10
Return to Bonifacio in Corsica by boat. Free time to visit the lovely narrow back streets and ramparts of the town. End of the holiday.
Return via Figari or Ajaccio airport.

Start
At 11 am at Ajaccio's railway station or airport.
End
After your visit of Bonifacio, in the afternoon.
How to get there
Ajaccio ferry terminal or airport.
Accommodation
8 nights fullboard in 2/3 star hotels (picnics for lunch) and one night Bivouac. Dinners at local restaurants.
Number of people
of 4 to 12
Level of difficulty
A normal good level of fitness is required, this is easy to moderate cycling with some strenuous sections. Daily altitude ascent and descent is between 200 and 500m with a distance of 25 to 35 km.
Guide
Experienced and qualified French tour leader. You will be in a mixed group of French and English speaking persons.
Carrying
You need to carry a small daysack only, with a water bottle, camera, picnic and wind jacket. Your main luggage (20 l. minimum capacity backpack) will be transported by minibus between the different accommodations that are accessible by vehicle.
Price includes
Fullboard Accommodation, all internal transfers, baggage transfers between hotels, Museum entrance on day 8 and all necessary details needed for your holiday.
Price does not include
Bike rental (+€15 per day), unscheduled transfers, entrance fees other than day 8, drinks, additional activities, holiday insurance and travel.

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