from 695 €

A magnificent crossing of the south of the island, from east to west through the Alta Rocca, the "Land of the Lords".

This mid-mountain hike is an emblematic and not-to-be-missed itinerary criss-crossing the southernmost part of the Corsican mountains, from Porto-Vecchio to Propriano. On paths still used only by a few shepherds, the grey-green of the maquis, the holm oaks and the emerald of the Laricio pines will imbue you day after day with the scents and colours of what is commonly known as the Corsican soul.

Highlights

A crossing from the east coast to the west coast
Luggage access
Point to point - 5 days walking
Choice of dormitory or private rooms
Start in Porto-Vecchio and end in Propriano

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Duration

6 days / 5 nights

Type of holidays

Hiking-Walking

Accesses

Porto-Vecchio / Figari

Ajaccio

Propriano

Level

2 - Moderate

Carrying

Without bags

Itinerary

Day 1

Start of your stay in Porto-Vecchio

Check into your hotel in Porto-Vecchio, Corsica's third-largest commune. Discover the city of salt, nicknamed for the exploitation of the salt marshes, with its stone houses, narrow streets and Genoese fortifications...

Night

Night in Porto-Vecchio

Day 2

Porto-Vecchio to Cartalavonu

From Porto-Vecchio to Cartalavonu, leaving behind the blue waters of the far south, you will discover Corsica's interior and its many villages. Cross the Ospédale forest, populated by maritime pines.

Distance

15 km

Duration

5h00

Ascent / descent

+1130 m / - 100 m

Night

Night in Cartalavonu

Day 3

Cartalavonu to Levie

Depart for the Alta Rocca and its highlands, where the views of the Ospedale, the Gulf of Valincu and the Aiguilles de Bavella are superb. The village of Carbini and its Pisan church will enchant you.

Distance

12 km

Duration

5h00

Ascent / descent

+670 m / -1120 m

Night

Night in Levie

Day 4

From Levie to Serra di Scopamena

Leaving Levie, the route passes the archaeological site of Cucuruzzu, then climbs to the village of Quenza. Discover the hamlet of Ghjalicu, an ancient transhumance site, before heading for Aullène or Serra di Scopamena.

Distance

18 km

Duration

6h30

Ascent / descent

+900 m / -630 m

Night

Night in Serra di Scopamena

Day 5

From Serra di Scopamena to Ste Lucie de Tallano

A long descent through chestnut and oak trees to the Rizzanese river and its pools. After the Tighjarellu pass, the route passes through the village of Altagène and on to Sainte Lucie de Tallano. A region renowned for its olive oil and mills.

Distance

10 km

Duration

4h00

Ascent / descent

+570 m / -800 m

Night in Sainte Lucie de Tallano

Day 6

From Ste Lucie de Tallano to Fozzano

After passing through Loreto di Tallano and the ruins of Altanaria, you arrive in Fozzano. Here you can admire its famous 15th-century tower and visit the house of Colomba, Mérimée's heroine. At 3pm, transfer by taxi to Propriano to avoid walking on the road. Holiday ends upon arrival in Propriano.

Distance

12 km

Duration

4h30

Ascent / descent

+710 m / -720 m

Programs have been drawn up according to the latest information available at the time of writing: imponderables are always possible and situations beyond our control may alter the course of the program.

Dates and prices

Departure on request every day from April to mid October. 2 persons minimum.

If you are returning to Ajaccio or Porto-Vecchio, please note that there is no bus service on Sundays and public holidays except in July and August.

Please select your departure date from the calendar below to find out the rate and begin your booking.

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Price includes

Half-board accommodation (except D1), local transfer from Fozzano to Propriano, luggage transport, travel pack with IGN maps, route book and access to our guidance application.

Price does not include

Drinks, picnics, evening meal in Porto-Vecchio, reservation fee of 5€ / person, insurance, site visits and transfers not included in the programme, guide.

Supplements/Discounts

Double room supplement : 110 € / person

Insurance

We offer comprehensive multi-risk insurance specifically adapted to our adventure trips (contract no. 7482 Assurinco). The rates are as follows: 4.00% of the price of the trip for French residents, 6% of the price of the trip for residents from the European Union (EU) outside France. For non-EU residents, the rate is €90 per person. See insurance details.

Group discount

Groups of 3 people or more can benefit from a discount. Please contact us for details.

Technical informations

Starts

At your hotel in Porto-Vecchio from 2pm.

Ends

In Propriano after your transfer around 3.30pm.

Access

Porto-Vecchio Port , Ajaccio or Figari airports.

Accommodation

Accommodation in dormitories and 1 night in a*** Hotel in Porto Vecchio.
Double or twin rooms available at extra cost.
Single room supplement to be requested at time of reservation.

Meal

Continental breakfast (tea, coffee, milk, bread, butter, jam).
Evening meals are often based on local specialities and include a starter, main course and dessert. Dinner in Porto-Vecchio is not included.

Number of participants

Reservations for minimum of 2 participants.

Level

Moderate, path with few technical difficulties

Guiding

Self-Guided Walking. We provide you with a Travel Dossier complete with A4 copies of the IGN maps and a walking guide created by our team. During your hike our 24-hour assistance service will also be able to answer all your questions and, if necessary, assist you with the smooth running of your stay.

Luggage transfers

Only your personal belongings for the day and your picnic. Luggage is transported by vehicle. If you wish to carry your own belongings (bag version), please contact us for a reduction.

The digital roadbook

Once you have confirmed your holiday, you can download our application. It's easy to use and it offers a number of functionalities:

Precise route guidance with alerts in the event of deviations.
View your starting point, accommodation, current position, mileage.
Discover points of interest via interactive content with descriptions, photos and audio.
In an emergency, send an SOS alert with your GPS coordinates.
Contact function to share messages, photos and videos with our team during your stay.

Extensions

Take advantage of a stay extension during your tour with Corsica Aventure.

If you'd like to discover Corsica before or after your holiday, our team can offer you ideas for accommodation and activities. If you prefer to arrive a few days earlier or extend your stay for a few days, we can book your extra nights on the island, depending on your arrival city.

Here are a few hotels we recommend for those of you who would rather organise their extra days themselves:

Ajaccio