sardinia & Corsica
next departure 2023 - dates tbc
Ride with us across two of the most beautiful, sun kissed islands in the Mediterranean - Sardinia & Corsica - one French, one Italian. We cycle mountain passes 1500m high and descend to the Med for a swim in sparkling turquoise waters.
This tour at a glance
Dates
Next departure 2023
Difficulty
Moderate
Both Sardinia & Corsica are mountainous. We suggest you come with some hill climbing experience and fitness able to ride 80-100km per day
Duration
12 nights,
5 hotels + 1 ferry + 6 camping
Pricing
~$5000 AUD per person twin share
$500 single supplement
Tour Deposit $900 per person
Details
Ride from Barcelona to Nice via 2 of the most stunningly beautiful mediterranean islands. This is a journey through dramatically diverse cultures and landscapes - where fishing villages and sandy white villages are paired with rugged mountains, pine forests and shimmering lakes. This is the ultimate ride for those after a contrast of mountains and coastal riding, French and Italian cultures.
Terrain Coastal and mountainous cycling. Come with a good level of fitness to manage consecutive hilly days with a few big climbs during the tour as well as a couple of flatter easier days.
Distance 700km
Average Daily Distance 80-100km per day
Bikes Bring your own. E-bikes welcome.
Group Size Small sized group up to 12 cyclists.
Accomodation A mix of hotels, camping and one overnight ferry.
Meals 11 breakfasts, 8 afternoon teas, 6 group meals.
Start/Finish Meet in Barcelona, Spain. Finish in Nice, France. Both have international airports and high speed rail.
Exclusions Your bike & spare parts, travel to start/finish hotel, alcoholic & specialty beverages not included in group meals, other breakfasts/lunches/dinners not included in the Tour
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Tour Highlights
Cycling Sardinia - an Italian island with outstanding natural beauty. We ride the Costa Smeralda’s scalloped bays and hidden coves and explroe the wild and rugged interior. In the afternoon we swim in the turquoise waters and feast on seafood overlooking the Med.
The arrival in Bonifacio, Corsica’s southernmost town, by sea is spectacular, with its impregnable citadel perched on white cliffs. We take 4 boat journeys on this tour and it’s a highlight, sailing across crystal clear blue waters and then pedalling across the islands.
Corsica’s rugged and mountainous interior! We cycle 1500m high mountain passes, through pine forests and soaring granite escarpments with sweeping descents that plunge back to the Med! As we ride quiet mountain roads, wild pigs, goats and various other animals share the roads with us as we pass through tiny historic mountain villages.
The food and wine - a contrast of cultures and flavours. From the tapas bars of Barcelona to incredible seafood of the coast and hearty meats and cheeses from the interior of Sardinia and Corsica. We taste Sardinia’s famous Vermentino di Gallura, a crisp aromatic white and Pietra - Corsica’s renowned chestnut beer! It’s a foodie’s dream!
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